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“We’re not just talking the talk, but we’re walking the walk. And I want to keep it that way.” Few car brands can rival BMW’s cultural cachet thanks to its iconic Art Car series. For more than 50 years, the German auto giant has sporadically tapped world famous artists to transform a real-life BMW vehicle into a one-off art piece. Artists who have taken part in the initiative read like a who’s who of the mid-20th century to early 21st century art world and include Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Frank Stella and Robert Rauschenberg as well as contemporary artists like David Hockney, Jeff Koons and Jenny Holzer. The most recent addition to the club was New York-based contemporary artist Julie Mehretu, who unveiled her take on the BMW M Hybrid V8 racecar…

We all know someone who can lift the entire weights room but can’t seem to get out of their own way. We also know someone who is lightning fast, yet a slight breeze could knock them over. But what is far less common is the annoying but devastatingly dominant mofo who possesses that rare combination of both strength and speed. And that is POWER by definition — equal parts strength and speed. In geek talk this equates to work/time. In Laymen’s terms, it’s simply the ability to move heavy loads quickly. The problem when training to be all powerful is that it often comes with a higher risk of injury — think Olympic Lifting gone bad. And whether you’re a weekend warrior or a seasoned athlete, injury is the enemy. Enter…

Welcome back, Katie. Tell us a bit about this latest photo shoot. We shot at Nellis Sand Dunes in Nevada, USA, but the vision was heavily inspired by my recent time in Dubai. I spent three weeks there and the landscape, luxury and energy of the city left such an impression on me. Sounds amazing. Yes, I wanted to channel that same opulence and mystique into this shoot – something that felt both untamed and extravagant. The golden dunes, the sun reflecting off the sand, the contrast between softness and power… it all came together perfectly to create a moment that feels straight out of a dream. Are there any funny anecdotes you can share about it? Let’s just say the desert had its own agenda that day. At one point, we kept getting interrupted…

Hawthorn had an easy win over Collingwood in the first week of the 2012 finals and then had a rest before the scare of its life against Adelaide when Taylor Walker put the Crows within a goal with a minute left on the clock. It held on though and went into the grand final as the favourite, only to be beaten by a more accurate Sydney Swans. Hawthorn held an 11-point lead when ex-Roo David Hale goaled at the 2m 21s mark of the final quarter, but that was the last major for Hawthorn. In that time, Sydney kicked four goals two to take the game away from Hawthorn who could muster only five behinds, most of which were gettable. The Hawks had thrown that one away and, a bit like…

For over 15 years, British label Orlebar Brown has been sartorial shorthand for elite resort wear. The brand was created in 2007 by photographer turned designer Adam Brown, who quickly set about elevating poolside fashion for men to new heights. To achieve his vision, Adam created a distinctive visual grammar for his brand that nods to a bygone era of gentlemanly swimwear while remaining thoroughly modern and functional. Orlebar’s piece de resistance remains their classic Bulldog shorts, or as they’re better known the original ‘shorts you can swim in’. Still, the label has evolved way beyond just swimwear and now takes guys from the cabana to cocktail hour in style. It’s no wonder Orlebar Brown pieces have been a staple in all three seasons of HBO’s White Lotus. The label, which has…

“As you sit on the very edge of Australia’s south you won’t be able to help but reflect on life.” THE LIGHTSTATION WALK By BY ANDREA PURNOMO Wilsons Promontory is known for its rich landscapes and labyrinth of walking tracks. One of its longest walks, the 46km Wilsons Promontory Lightstation Walk, leads hikers to the most southern tip of mainland Australia. Located in Victoria’s oldest national park, Wilsons Promontory was discovered by sea in 1798 on an expedition led by George Bass. Geographically, the most southern tip of mainland Australia is called South Point; however, due to the spectacular view and heritage of the Wilsons Promontory Lightstation another 4km to the southeast, the lighthouse became a popular and favourable destination visited by many. South Point is not the easiest point to reach, involving a…

South Australian born Jeremy Burgess is universally regarded as the best crew chief ever in the high-risk, high-speed world of world championship Moto GP racing. Burgess has overseen 14 World Championship victories, been directly accountable for machines and riders that have won 157 MotoGPs and has amassed, by his count, close to 300 podiums. The three mega star riders on his CV, in order, are Wayne Gardner, Mick Doohan and Valentino Rossi. Burgess, now 72 and retired to his country property at Aldinga in the Adelaide Hills, forms a major part of the latest book Phillip Island: The Inside Story of Australia’s Fastest Racetrack, written by motorsport specialist John Smailes. The tome chronicles almost a century of racing on the circuit rated as the best motorcycle racetrack in the world and, in…

S exy photo shoot, Van. When do you feel sexy? I learned to feel comfortable in my own skin. Growing up in an area where not a lot of people looked like me, was difficult. I never felt like I fit in. When I took the leap to move to New York, I quickly realised my hometown was too small for me to grow in. Sometimes you have to put yourself in uncomfortable situations in order to grow. NYC has a place for everyone, and I immediately felt very comfortable being independent in the big city. I wouldn’t be where I am today, especially in the modelling industry. Tell us a bit more about yourself. I was born in Vietnam and came to America at the age of four. I had goals in…

TO CELEBRATE ITS LAUNCH, #UNIVERSITY IS AWARDING 50 FULL SCHOLARSHIPS TOTALLING $500,000 TO PROMISING INFLUENCERS ACROSS THE STANDARDS “We aim to incorporate best practices from around the world, recognising that culture, currency, customs and country are crucial factors.” Dr Ravi Singh knows a thing or two about digital innovation. A Chicago native, Singh founded the ground-breaking marketing firm ElectionMall in the US back in 2000 at the dawn of the digital age. The company specialises in building an online presence for political parties and has been involved in countless successful elections on both sides of the aisle, including in Australia. “I had the great privilege of coming to Australia and participating in one of the elections, where I helped a political party create influence as part of their campaign group,” he says while…