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won, then played a bit more before eventual- ly investing in MONA. Described as a temple to secularism, rationalism, and talking non- sense about things you don’t know very much about, MONA opened in 2011 and exhibits an eclectic range of art from ancient history to modern works, including pieces from Pi- casso, Warhol and Dali. It holds the world’s largest private collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts. There’s also live music, food, wine, accommodation, a library, brewery, record- ing studio, and tennis court. MONA should be explored — as a space of wonder and experi- ment. Download the MONA App before you get there. Catch the ferry from Hobart. You could speed through MONA in four hours, but it’s best to hang around and make a day of it. 655 Main Rd, Berriedale TASMANIA 7011 Tel: +61 36277 9900 mona.net.au The d’Arenberg Cube You must see it to believe it! The d’Arenberg Cube is a bold statement, a modern miracle of architectural design which, upon entry, takes you into a kaleidoscopic world of boundless imagination. Set within the historic d’Aren- berg vineyard and winery at McLaren Vale, the multi-level structure features the d’Arenberg Cube Restaurant, a wine tasting room, a virtu- al fermenter, a 360-degree video room and the Alternate Realities Museum, with numerous art installations. The idea to build the Cube came to winemaker Chester Osborn in 2003. Inspired by the complexities and puzzles of winemaking, Chester came up with the idea of a cube-shaped building. Each of the five lev- els have been carefully curated to entice and

excite the senses. There’s also 25 Salvador Dali bronze sculptures and graphic artworks on exhibition. And much more! 58 Osborn Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171

Tel: +61 883294888 darenberg.com.au Wootten

Did you know that a cordwainer is a shoemak- er who makes new shoes from new leather? Bespoke cordwainer Wootten prides itself on doing just that. Ross Wootten began making bespoke footwear in the early 1970s in South Australia under the tutelage of internationally renowned shoemaker George Koleff. Today, Ross’s son, Jess Cameron-Wootten walks in his father’s shoes –now the head cordwainer at Wootten, which has been based in Melbourne for more than 30 years. Since 2018, Wootten’s workshop has operated from Delacombe, near Ballarat. Wootten continues the custom-fit tradition, making high-quality footwear from scratch. Shoes are made-to-order, one pair at a time and to your specifications. The custom- er becomes part of the design process. Woot- ten also produce made-to-order boot, along with a broad range of leather accessories, including handbags, travel bags, wallets and aprons. 39 Bridge Rd, Richmond VICTORIA 3121 Tel: +61 395106503 Workshop: Shed 1, 20 Elizabeth St, Delacombe VICTORIA 3356 wootten.com.au Le Labo If you love perfume and have always wanted to curate your own bespoke fragrance, then

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