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The October 14 Edition

The Arts Issue | Jodi Matterson, the quiet Aussie producer adored by Kidman and co | A journalist’s chance to unmask street artist Banksy | The Hollywood star boosting Indigenous art in the US | How vineyard location affects the taste of wine | The muso siblings that double as bandmates | My friend stole my babysitter

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‘You want Jodi in your tight circle’: The Aussie producer adored by Kidman and co

Powerhouse producer Jodi Matterson is behind a string of hits, including The Dry and The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart.

  • Amanda Hooton

The scoop might have outed Banksy, but I had second thoughts

A chance to unmask the famous street artist presented itself in NYC in 2013 – as did a host of questions.

  • Nick Bryant

Indigenous art is riding a new wave of popularity. One Hollywood star is helping

Backed by big names and a starring role in Manhattan shop windows, Aboriginal art is on the verge of a breakthrough.

  • John McDonald
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Ilaria Bulgari at home in Gstaad, Switzerland: “I’m very fond of them, despite everything,” she says of her family.

New York’s $US140m family feud that’s like Succession – but starring women

A once-close Italian clan, a luxury jewellery brand – and a nasty legal battle.

  • Anne McElvoy

Despite the odd uppercut, these muso siblings always play on

Their exchanges can be “brutal”, but a deep connection keeps drawing Emma Hamilton and her brother Thomas back to each other.

  • Dani Valent
“Poetry sits on the margins of literature and of any economic use. From there you can say and see things differently.”

Award-winning poet Sarah Holland-Batt on fixing the system that failed her dad

As well: why paying attention is important for her craft.

  • Benjamin Law

My friend stole my babysitter! How do I get them back?

You foolishly revealed their identity, says Our Modern Guru. Now let the bidding war commence.

  • Danny Katz

Flying high

Paul Connolly’s Kitchen Sink Drama is a slice of domestic life, captured masterfully in only 100 words. This week: He’s still got it.

  • Paul Connolly
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Striking gold at Ballarat’s picture-perfect photo festival

Plus: get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.

  • Katrina Strickland, Deborah Cooke, Melanie Kembrey, Frances Mocnik, Damien Woolnough and Dani Valent

Care factor: The artisanal gifts guide

From gourmet goods to handmade homewares, these artisan offerings come with sustainable appeal.

  • Frances Mocnik
Chocolate and almond pasticcini
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Chocolate and almond pasticcini

These soft and chewy Italian cookies are simple to make. While traditionally made with just almonds these also add in some chocolate.

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Helen Goh’s bran muffins with date molasses and kefir.
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Helen Goh’s healthy bran muffins to make today and enjoy during the week

Don’t like bran muffins? Helen Goh’s rich and deeply flavoured recipe might change your mind.

  • 30 mins - 1 hr
  • Helen Goh

From the vineyard to bottle: How location - or terroir - affects the taste of wine

Influencing factors include sunshine, temperature, rainfall, humidity, latitude and altitude, aspect, slope and soil fertility.

  • Huon Hooke
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