Hé there! | December 2024
And just like that, 2024 is nearly over! We'll try and slow down time for a second before wrapping up the year and share some good news, events, and more. Hâppy reading, and most of all Hâppy Holidays🎄
Mâché News
Reminder - Festive Sale is Nearly Over!
Only a couple weeks left of our festive sale! Please share the Mâché Love with all your friends, colleagues, family members who might be looking for a cool coworking space to join (and who you might not mind seeing a little more of). This festive season, we’re offering 50% off on new members' first month for all memberships, including flexi & dedicated desks, private desks, and office spaces!
PS. Our Referral Scheme offer still stands, even if the member you bring join under the Festive Sale offer.
Member Feature | Mikayla
Meet Mikayla, our newest Flexi member! She's not only new to Mâché, but also to Adelaide, having moved here from Bendigo VIC at the start of the year and has been working remotely from home so far.
Mikayla works for the finance company Millenial Financial Group, with the company's locations in Bendigo VIC and Noosa QLD. The company work in home loan, commercial loan, finance equipment loans and Agribusiness sectors, while Mikayla works in an admin role assisting with the business operations and supporting the mortgage brokers.
Outside work you'll find Mikayla sampling all the great meals and drinks Adelaide has to offer, trying cool new restaurants or bars. To keep things balanced, she also loves running and going to gym, and even ran her first half marathon this year! Big Up from all of us here at Mâché, what a feat! 👏🏃
Welcome to Mâché, Mikayla! We’re excited to have you as part of our community and hope you love it here.
What's the best thing about Mâché so far?
I’ve really enjoyed getting out of the house and meeting new people. Just being involved in a community and getting to socialise.
Favourite movie?
We discussed movies upstairs just the other day, so this is an easy one. Must watch movie is Focus with Will Smith and Margot Robbie. A good story line with the perfect amount of humour and suspense.
Favourite holiday spot?
Anywhere by the beach for me. I need to get some more international travel in but am also very keen on doing The Big Lap around Australia.
Go-to comfort food?
Pasta, all day every day. Any pasta, all the time.
One thing you absolutely can't live without?
My dog, Billie. She’s an English Staffy and brings me a lot of joy!
Top pick: band, DJ, or solo artist?
Very difficult to pick just one. I like a range of different music and go through phases of enjoying different genres. But I saw The Dreggs live just recently and became super obsessed with them.
Perfect day out in Adelaide?
A day out on a winery tour (red wine drinker) with a lunch with a new view.
Ben Walsham from ARKATA featured in ASBN SustainabiliTEA
Are you ready for the additional energy efficiency compliance requirements coming in October 2024? Don't worry, ASBN & Ben Walsham have got you covered.
Ben Walsham from ARKATA, our resident energy efficiency consultancy wizard, talked ASBN through the new Whole of Home rules within the energy efficiency requirements of NCC 2022.
Fun fact: This video was filmed in Mâché's Burgundy Room, perfect for interviews & podcasting, with sound insulation for days.
Mâché Perks & Benefits
Member Discounts
Remember to check out the Benefits section in the member portal! Browse the deals, pick your fave, and show your app to snag those exclusive member discounts.
Get 15% off all Pure Plant Protein products
Get 10% off coffee and coffee beans at Kom Cafe
📍449A Pulteney St.
Mon-Thurs 7 am - 7 pm
Fri 7 am - 8 pm
Sat 8 am - 2 pm
Sunday Closed
Get 10% off all products at Opa Bakery Cafe
📍314 Pulteney St.
Wed, Thur, Sat 8 am - 2 pm
Fri 8 am - 5 pm
Sun, Mon, Tue closed
Get 10% off all Acacia Blends products
Discounted yoga class packs at Human.Kind
Check your member portal for details
📍Level 1/60 Halifax St.
Mon-Thurs 6 am - 9 pm
Fri 6 am - 6 pm
Sat 7 am - 6 pm
Sun 9 am - 6 pm
Get 10% off when spending $20 or more at Mister Pigeon
📍269 Gilles St.
Mon - Fri 7.30 am - 3pm
Sat - Sun closed
Mâché Events
Friday Knockoffs
Ringing in 2025 with our favourite Friday Knockoffs!
Join us for a hangout with good food, refreshing drinks, and great company. It’s the perfect way to kick back, relax, and celebrate a productive week together💜
📅 Friday, January 10
🕰️ 4 pm - 6 pm
📍Kitchen & Breakout area - Level 1
Monthly Walk
We'll be running our usual monthly walk event in January, date TBC!
Keep an eye out on the #events channel on Slack for the date & time so you can meet us for a morning walk in the parklands near Mâché.
Bring your furry friends and enjoy some fresh air and good chat, followed by coffee at a cosy nearby café 🐾☕
In Other News...
Business | Designing for Climate Change
We are grateful to have some amazing current and past members working in architecture and creating incredible buildings in SA. This article by the Fifth Estate highlights how architects are crucial in the fight against climate change.
This article highlights the urgent need for decarbonisation in the built environment and emphasises the pivotal role of architects in achieving net-zero buildings. Early design decisions have a significant impact, and architects can lead by setting ambitious sustainability goals and driving the design process. The RAIA is supporting architects with resources and initiatives to navigate this transition, including an embodied carbon curriculum and a Future Practice Playbook.
Food & Drink | Christmas Sunrise Breakfast
Celebrate the festive season with a delightful Christmas Breakfast at The Promenade Restaurant in Glenelg! This classic breakfast buffet features a delicious selection of hot breakfast favourites, a cold selection of smoked salmon, sweet pancakes, and an assortment of small Christmas treats. This beloved tradition sells out every year, so be sure to book early to avoid disappointment.
The Promenade Restaurant are hosting a morning of delicious food, stunning ocean views, and holiday cheer. Enjoy an array of festive breakfast dishes as you relax by the sea and create unforgettable holiday memories with your loved ones.
More info, and tickets here.
Culture | Moonlight Cinema
Moonlight Cinema is back with more movies under the stars this summer at Botanic Park!
Gather your friends and family, pack your favourite picnic snacks and drinks, and enjoy a fabulous summer night out surrounded by incredible scenery. Explore the picturesque parklands and refresh yourself with a delicious drink as the sun sets, or indulge in in some delicious hot food, plus enjoy the movie with all of your essential snacks.
Take your experience to the next level underneath the century-old Moreton Bay Fig Trees with Moonlight Cinema’s Gold Grass and enjoy a luxurious evening under the spectacular sunset, with a premium bean bed and waiter service all in an exclusive viewing area.
Book your tickets for this iconic summer experience now at www.moonlight.com.au!
Local | Australia’s largest blister pack recycling program expands nationwide
Chemist Warehouse and Pharmacycle have launched a national recycling program for blister packs across all their pharmacies in Australia. This program allows customers to conveniently drop off their empty blister packs in designated recycling bins within the stores. The collected blister packs are then sent to specialized facilities where the materials are separated and recycled. The aluminum is reprocessed and used in steel production, while the plastic is transformed into products like outdoor decking and fencing. This initiative aims to divert blister pack waste from landfills and promote a more sustainable and circular economy by reusing valuable materials.
Wellbeing | Forest Bathing Belair
Join Big Heart Adventures for a calming forest bathing experience in Belair National Park.
This guided walk is designed for people of all abilities, including those with mobility limitations. Enjoy a mindful connection with nature, learn about the healing benefits of being outdoors, and savor light refreshments. Transportation and accessibility options are available.
Book your spot and find out more here.
Sustainability | Native Trees for a Greener Christmas
Choose native Australian plants for a greener Christmas.
Planet Ark's article encourages us to consider native trees and shrubs as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional Christmas trees. Using native plants reduces environmental impact by supporting local wildlife, sequestering carbon, and preserving biodiversity. Learn more about several native options that work great for the festive spirit, including the NSW Christmas Bush, Wollemi Pine, Woolly Bush, Bottlebrushes, and Holly-leaf Grevillea.
These plants offer unique beauty, attract pollinators, and can be enjoyed year-round in your garden. By choosing native plants, you can celebrate the festive season while contributing to a healthier environment for yourself and future generations.
That's all for this month folks, do let us know if you happen on an interesting read or if you have any great news to feature, we would love to include it in next month's feature!
