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Beet Pesto, Parmesan and Pine Nut Canapes

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Beet Pesto, Parmesan and Pine Nut Canapes

These tasty and vibrant canapes are crowd pleasers. They are delicious, incredibly simple to make and (shhhh…) rather inexpensive.

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Caprese Santa Skewers

When you are asked to bring a plate to Christmas, you want something simple and effective. Now you can add ‘adorable’ to your checklist, with these tasty, fresh, Caprese Santa Skewers.

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Cheesy Christmas Tree Pull Apart

Flavoured with garlic and herbs, this delicious cheesy pull apart makes a fun Christmas party snack that is guaranteed to impress your guests.

Easy Pavlova Wreath with , Pomegranate, Pistachio & Raspberry Coulis

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Easy Pavlova Wreath with , Pomegranate, Pistachio & Raspberry Coulis

You don’t need to spend days in the kitchen making a festive dessert that guests will rave about for years to come. Here’s our tip to make something that is equal parts simple and spectacular (in both taste and appearance).

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Easy Traditional Christmas Pudding

Nothing marks a traditional Christmas more than a beautiful, warm, rich Christmas pudding. But they often take a lot of preparation and time to get right. This version cuts the fuss, but doesn’t compromise on the end product.

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Fresh Oysters with Beet Chilli Salsa

Nothing marks a traditional Christmas more than a beautiful, warm, rich Christmas pudding. But they often take a lot of preparation and time to get right. This version cuts the fuss, but doesn’t compromise on the end product.

Green Beans with Caramelised Onions and Roasted Pine Nuts

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Green Beans with Caramelised Onions and Roasted Pine Nuts

The Christmas table wouldn’t be the same without a side of green beans. This recipe adds a little something special, with the sweet caramelised onions complementing the pine nuts.

Prawn Mango Salad with a Lime Vinaigrette

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Prawn Mango Salad with a Lime Vinaigrette

This fresh prawn salad gives a taste of the ocean with a sweet twist. For a fresh dish to suit any seaside Christmas, this one is tasty, simple and impressive.

Side of Salmon with Lemon, Dill & Pomegranate

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Side of Salmon with Lemon, Dill & Pomegranate

This simple but irresistible dish looks beautiful as part of a seafood spread.

Spiced Honey Glazed Ham with Sour Cherries

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Spiced Honey Glazed Ham with Sour Cherries

You can’t go past a glazed ham to get everyone into the festive spirit, and this one
makes a stunning centerpiece for the Christmas table.

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The Perfect Crispy Roast Potatoes

Roast potatoes are the perfect accompaniment for a traditional Christmas meal. Everyone loves them crispy on the outside, and soft and fluffy on the inside. Here’s how to do it and impress all your guests.

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Traditional Gingerbread Cookies

Run, run as fast as you can, we can’t wait for you to try these gingerbread men! Simple, delicious and purely delightful. These gingerbread men will bring back festive childhood memories.

Halloween in Australia - What you need to know

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Kids & Family

Halloween in Australia - What you need to know

Halloween is a growing trend in the good old land of Oz. If you have kids, they’ll expect to be involved in some weird, wacky or wonderful way so you’d better get with the freaky program if you want to take part this year.

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Kids & Family

Activities for Kids

Every parent knows what it feels like to have a bored child. Here are our tips to keep kids entertained, off screens, educated, active and creative, without breaking the bank! (And, if it helps you out with the daily chores - bonus!).

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Beautiful food - how to brighten up the table this Spring

Whether you are entertaining friends, planning a party, or just looking to jazz up your brekky, here are some beautiful ways to do it.

Mindfulness for kids - simple ideas that can help reduce anxiety

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Mindfulness for kids - simple ideas that can help reduce anxiety

The rates of mental illness in kids is rising in Australia (and worldwide). So, what can you do to protect your precious little people and to help them navigate this weird, wonderful and sometimes scary life?

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Fashion

Surviving winter in style

Baby it’s cold outside… but don’t worry, we’ve got some advice to get you through the rest of those chilly days along with some of our favourite fashion picks of the season.

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GLAMOUFLAGE

The art of looking good in an urban environment, Glamouflage takes us into a fashionable Winter wilderness for AW18. Stylist Stuart Walford gives us the lowdown.

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Life In Colour

Katie, the Elite Athlete

The captain of the red, white, and blue proudly lives and breathes her day job.

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Katie Brennan Life In Colour

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Persian Delicacies

Learn to cook 3 traditional Persian meals with Hamed from Free To Feed

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Need. New. Now

Stylist Sophie Barker tells us which trends you need to have in your wardrobe this AW season

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Hamed, the Passionate Chef

Get to know the man bringing Persian culture to the tables of Melbourne, and learn his recipe for Jewelled Rice!

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Meet Your Neighbours

Discover our FREE Fitness Classes

We're proud to be partnering with the Live Life Get Active program to provide FREE fitness classes for our community five times per week!

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Fitness Meet Your Neighbours

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Heart And Soul Food

Nothing says "I love you" like home cooked food. Tell them how you feel with these tasty recipes.

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Too Cool For School

It's nearly time to go back to school, so let's start the new year in style with new school gear and stationery

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Joyce, The Chic Cyclist

Pedalling her way through the West, sharing local finds and creative adventures

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Christmas Recipes For Kids

Have some festive fun with the kids this Christmas, with this range of recipes that can be made by the youngest of master chefs.

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Christmas Crafts For Kids

In our home it’s not Christmas unless we have made all the craft! No matter the age of your kids you can easily get them involved in these three simple craft ideas to add some festive cheer.

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Cherry Berry Cheesecake Trifle

If you're struggling to decide whether to make a cheesecake or a trifle for your Christmas day dessert, we have made the decision incredibly easy for you with this creation which will give you the best of both glorious worlds!

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Christmas Ice Cream Cake

This sensational creation combines some of our favourite Christmas ingredients into one impressive dessert!

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Roast Vegetable Celebration Salad

“Can you please bring a salad?” would have to be one of the most commonly asked questions when you’re invited to a good ol’ Aussie barbecue. Why not wow them with this delicious creation?

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Christmas In Colour

Brighten up your shopping lists with our colour-coded guide to Christmas gifts

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Pavlova Wreath

There is no dessert more Aussie than a Pav, especially when adorned with fresh slithers of mango, banana and a generous drizzle of passionfruit!

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Gifts That Give Back

In the spirit of giving, take the extra step this Christmas to find a gift that will do good for more than just one person. With so many charitable companies offering help to others, we’ve got some amazing retailers at Highpoint who help others. So if you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas, give a special gift this Christmas and support a cause.

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Cotton On Lush Retailers Uncovered

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In The Making

Panettone Stuffing Cups

Love stuffing? Try this delicious Christmas recipe that makes the side dish a real star of the show!

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Get personal. The best personalised gifts of 2017.

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Get personal. The best personalised gifts of 2017.

We've searched Highpoint high and low to curate the best customised gifts this Christmas. Get them a truly thoughtful gift, personalised just for them!

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Stuffed Roast Pumpkin with Haloumi, Chorizo and Rice

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Stuffed Roast Pumpkin with Haloumi, Chorizo and Rice

Did someone say haloumi and chorizo? When those two ingredients combine, its always a winning combo. This roast pumpkin is filled with rice, quinoa, veggies, chorizo and haloumi, making it a winner for any Christmas gathering!

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Walk On The West Side

Put your best feet forward this party season

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David Jones Mi Piaci Rubi Shoes Seen In The West Wittner Zara

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Crunchy Herb And Garlic Potatoes

Who doesn't LOVE roast potatoes? This variation will keep your guests coming back for more! Our hot tip? Cook more than you think you'll need, as they will be the first thing to be finished!

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Top Gift Ideas for Kids in 2017

Need to find a sure-fire winner of a kid’s gift this Christmas? Check out this go-to list of the best presents for children, to give them a gift you know they’ll love!

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BBQ grilled prawns with mango salsa recipe

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BBQ grilled prawns with mango salsa recipe

It’s not an Aussie summer without a feast of prawns, and with mangoes at their peak the two go hand in hand. Try this delicious prawn recipe!

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Lime And Ginger Glazed Ham

If you are looking for a no-fuss glazed ham recipe to try this year, well this one is for you!

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Christmas Gift Ideas

You don't have to spend a lot to show family and friends you care this holiday period. We have created a list of unique gift ideas per price bracket to help!

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Books

The Top 10 Reads This Summer

Whether you want a spicy new romance, brilliant thriller, or the latest in literary fiction, the stores at Highpoint have you covered. What better way to spend your summer than by kicking back in the sun, with a delicious mojito and a great read?

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Fresh Food

Classic Australian Christmas Foods

When it comes to Christmas, Australia shares similar meal traditions of Europe and America, but due to the warmer weather, we like to put a unique twist on the classic Christmas meals. Discover the classic Australian Christmas foods today.

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Homewares

Christmas Table Decoration Ideas

Are you hosting a Christmas party or dinner? Get inspired with these top Christmas table centrepieces and decorations featured at some of your favourite Highpoint stores.

Roast Chicken Breasts With Sausage Stuffing

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Roast Chicken Breasts With Sausage Stuffing

These mini roasts are an easy option for a Christmas buffet as there are no bones to contend with, which means they are very easy to carve and nice and quick to cook, not to mention delicious!

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Meet The Christofe Family

Celebrating the festive season the only way they know how

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Gourmet Deli House Life In Colour

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Spring Racing with How Two Live

The 2017 Spring Racing Season is fast approaching - see what Jess & Stef Dadon are wearing track side.

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How Two Live Mimco Seen In The West

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Get Race Day Ready

Our friends at Peter Jackson have created a quick guide breaking down the basics of each race day dress code.

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Eye Candy

These are a few of our favourite blings

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Lovisa Seen In The West

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Chic On The Street

Anywhere's a runway when you look this good

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At The Movies | September School Holidays

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At The Movies | September School Holidays

Hangout at HOYTS during school holidays with these top movies screening for the whole family to enjoy!

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Nasir, The Streets Barber

Meet the man dedicated to bringing dignity and hope to those less fortunate

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Fatuma & Laurinda, The Dynamic Duo

Get to know the sisters weaving African tradition into the modern Melbourne wardrobe

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At The Movies | July School Holidays

Looking to catch a movie these school holidays at Hoyts Cinemas at Highpoint? We’ve picked our top movies for the whole family to enjoy!

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Getting to know Wit Kids

The professional theatre company bringing drama to Highpoint

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Creating hope in the West

Meet Kon Karapanagiotidis, CEO and Founder of the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre

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Community

The Supre Foundation : Empowering Girls

The Supré Foundation currently spans 3 countries and assists 3 causes, all with the same singular aim: to ensure all girls have the opportunity to achieve their dreams!

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Life In Colour

Jayne, the Funky Brewster

With a thirst for something different, moving to the West was Jayne's only choice

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Bright Young Things

Meet Esther Olsson

The young artist with a bright and bubbly future

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Explore Country Road's Autumn Collection

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Explore Country Road's Autumn Collection

Country Road's luxuriously cosy Autumn collection has landed at Highpoint.

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Nana, the Fashion Founder

The founder of fashion label Nada Igual, Nana Addo is breaking barriers and investing in people.

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Jeanswest Africa Collection

A gorgeous collection of ethical clothing, produced in partnership with skilled artisans in Ghana.

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Kendall Jenner x Levi's 501

Supermodel-in-the-making, reality star and style icon, Kendall Jenner, was spotted in the much-anticipated 501 skinny Levi's. See how she styles the jeans to street style perfection.

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Levi's Retailers Uncovered

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Movie Review | Fifty Shades Darker

Obsessed with Christian Grey and Ana Steele like we are? Click here for our review and the newest trailer out!

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Highpoint has made online shopping easier!

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Highpoint has made online shopping easier!

Ordered online? Save the hassle of missed deliveries with Highpoint's ParcelPoint service

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Destination: Summer

It's Destination: Summer with the latest collection from Super Glue Store. Read on for our favourite pieces from their 2016-2017 summer range.

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Retailers Uncovered Super Glue Store

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Find Your Festive - Part II

From fashionistas to hard-to-impress teens, we've got gift ideas for everyone this Christmas

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Christmas Retailers Uncovered

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Find Your Festive - Part I

Take the worry out of your Christmas present shopping with our gift guide

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Christmas Retailers Uncovered

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Renton, the Seasoned Skater

Meet Renton, the Pro-Skater bringing it home this Christmas

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Christmas Life In Colour

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Toula and Orlando, the creative chefs

Meet our Christmas hosts, Toula & Orlando - cooking from the heart for family and friends

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Christmas Life In Colour

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Sweet SPF Lands at General Pants Co.

Grab a towel, your mates and get set to sizzle this summer ‘cause the General Pants Co. 2016 Swim collection is here.

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Fashion General Pants Co. Retailers Uncovered

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Welcome to Life In Colour

We’re proud to be a part of the community of the West, so we're sharing the stories of some of the people we've met along the way

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Shayne, the Burger Boss

Meet burger entrepreneur and skateboard collector Shayne McCallum – the creative culinary brain behind Footscray’s 8Bit Burger and Up in Smoke.

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Abdul and Rozen, Connecting Communities

Meet Abdul and Rozenn. Konjo, the café and business they’ve built together, is driven by a deep and genuine passion for their community, and it shows.

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Tegan, the Optimistic Artist

For illustrator Tegan Iversen, the West is a land of everyday inspiration. Her work challenges the idea that something exceptional can’t be found on any footpath in Essendon.

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Soreti, the Poet

Meet Soreti Kadir - a poet and performer, exploring ideas of identity in the West. Her performances are entertaining, confronting and powerful; her work driven by a desire to affect change.

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Life In Colour

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Spring Fever

Spring has landed at Highpoint, and Nadia Bartel has the inside scoop!

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Fashion Homewares Nadia Bartel Seen In The West Spring

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OLIVIA PALERMO x STYLES LE SPECS

Style icon Olivia Palermo was spotted in Styles Le Specs - see how she styles her shades!

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Le Specs Olivia Palermo Retailers Uncovered Super Glue Store

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Wisdom in the West

Meet Kaj Löfgren- Founder of The School of Life in Australia, THINK WEST Festival Director and proud Westie.

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Bright Young Things Community The School Of Life Think West

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Introducing Forever New's Modern Muse

Q&A with Montana Cox, the face of Forever New's latest collection

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Review's all-new collection is here – La Fiesta!

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Review's all-new collection is here – La Fiesta!

Get the info on the latest Spring/Summer 2016 collection.

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Movie Review | Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

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Movie Review | Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is here!

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Movie Review | Storks

Andy Samberg is back as a delivery toting stork that gets into trouble with his bestie

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Movie Review | Pete's Dragon

Pete's Dragon is back - relive your childhood memories with your kids at Hoyts Cinema Highpoint!

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The Best Of Beauty

Some of the best names in the business came together for Architects Of Beauty, a series of masterclasses designed to educate and inspire

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Nadia's Must-Haves

Get Nadia Bartel's tips for the latest looks at Highpoint

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Meet Mehak

Get to know a bit about Mehak, new Australian and guest of The Welcome Dinner Project

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Meet Your Neighbours Recipes The Welcome Dinner Project

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Introducing Kui

From Kenya to Melbourne, Kui and her recipes have become synonamous with The Welcome Dinner Project

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Go behind the scenes of The Secret Life Of Pets!

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Go behind the scenes of The Secret Life Of Pets!

Ever wonder what your pets do when you're not at home?

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Theo the roti thief

Meet Theo - roti thief, husband-to-be, and Area Coordinator for The Welcome Dinner Project

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New Rollas Drop at General Pants

Check out the new Rollas collection and check out who they snagged to star in their campaign

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Dana Banana, the curry queen

Introducing Dana - TWDP facilitator, curry queen, and all round champion of the west.

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Meet Your Neighbours Recipes The Welcome Dinner Project

Superdry's New Denim Range is at Highpoint!

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Superdry's New Denim Range is at Highpoint!

The new Superdry range is out - get a sneak peak here

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Movie Review | Suicide Squad

Packed with attitude, Suicide Squad is ferocious fun, boasting a bounty of action, mirthful mayhem, and a cavalcade of curious characters.

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Movie Review | X-Men: Apocalypse

The latest in the X-Men series stars stunning Jennifer Lawrence, Sophie Turner, Olivia Mumm and the men aren’t too shabby either (James McAvoy & Michael Fassbender…yes please!) Read on for our review and the mot s recent trailer…

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Dark and Stormy

Mastering the art of the sexy smoulder a la Kim Kardashian is not as hard as it may seem. The key to looking more raunchy than raccoon is remembering to gradually build up the coverage and blend, blend, blend.

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So Hot Right Meow

A cat’s eye and soft lip is a very feminine, sexy and (hence the name) feline make-up look.

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The Perfect Pout

Lipstick has a fascinating history, and through time has been a key element in the appearance of many powerful, famous and iconic women.

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Au Naturale

The ‘less is more’ approach to make-up has been key to many editorial and runway beauty looks for the past few years now. Surprisingly, it can actually be quite difficult to create a pared back, natural beauty look without looking washed out or achieving adequate coverage.

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This is the New, “It-Girl’ Uniform

Vogue Magazine Called This the New, “It-Girl’ Uniform.

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Autumn/Winter Trends Pt.II

Stay warm and stylish with Kate Gaskin's tips on the lastest must-haves at Highpoint

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Autumn/Winter Trends pt.i

Kate Gaskin shares her thoughts on the hottest Autumn and Winter trends

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Style Resolutions

Kate Gaskin gives us her top picks for the new year

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Happy Holidays

Get Kate Gaskin's Summer style tips for a happy holiday season

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Kate Gaskin for the Highpoint Style Set

Spring Summer trends

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