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Robert GATTEREDER CEO, PM Group

Porsche Centre Brighton

orsche has always had a sustainability and environmental focus. The first production Porsches achieved remarkable performance due to light weight and very clever engineering. That focus continues, with Porsche performance relying on power-to-weight ratios and aerodynamics to achieve remarkable results. Over 70% of all Porsches ever manufactured are still on the road. That is a remarkable statistic, and again reflects a sustainable focus. Porsche creates cars that are coveted, can be used every day, and have the quality to endure. At Porsche Centre Brighton, our own focus is to approach our business with the focus of enduring relationships and efficiency. Our greatly expanded showrooms and workshops are topped with solar panels that minimise our reliance on the grid during the day. Even better, on the weekend we supply energy into the grid to power the equivalent of 20 homes.

Robert GATTEREDER

855 Nepean Highway Brighton VIC 3186 P: 03 9536 1911 W: www.porschebrighton.com.au

In addition, as we install our first high-speed chargers for Taycan and future electric Porsche vehicles, we will be recharging our customers cars using solar-produced energy. Taycan represents a step forward using an 800-volt system â€“ which means lighter cables can be used, reducing weight with gains in performance and efficiency, and enabling the batteries to be charged much more quickly. In this edition of Turbo Magazine, we also showcase Porscheâ€™s commitment to sustainability in Australia through the Porsche Impact program. We highlight a project here in Victoria at Myamyn, which will see a site rehabilitated, offsetting emissions in our non-electric vehicles while providing a vital space for endangered plant and animal species to thrive. We trust that this edition of Turbo will fire your own passion for Porsche as we highlight our joint commitment to sustainability and a carbon-neutral future.

CONTENTS

06 Taycan sparks an undeniable passion with a Zero Impact Factory.

Nowhere in the world is there a better place to show the true spirit of Taycan than Porsche Zuffenhausen.

12 E is for Electric Racing Excitement.

Porsche’s first foray into the electric world of Formula E.

14 Travel all over the countryside.

Charging ahead with Chargefox.

16 Rai Carlassare – a man for all seasons.

With a focus on the future, Rai acts in the moment.

18 Porsche joins the South Pole for Australia.

Ecological responsibility and economic success go hand in hand at Porsche.

22 Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid – Powerful, poised and pure.

An unmistakable sedan; a raw pleasure with a pure ideology.

26 High voltage sustainability.

Jason Furness is a conservationist with the heart of a car enthusiast.

28 The Great Alpine Road.

A spectacular road trip through Victoria’s breathtaking high country with many stops to ponder. 5

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an undeniable Impact Factory. Porsche, as an undisputed leader in the automotive sphere, understands the importance of environment. There is no better place to display it than the companyâ€™s exceptional Zuffenhausen manufacturing facility which creates the Porsche Taycan.

Heritage meets the future with Taycan “We have a level of responsibility for the environment and society. Production of the Taycan is already carbon-neutral. Heritage meets the future at our parent plant in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen, which is the heart of the brand,” Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG said when the plant was launched. “We are committed to the climate protection targets agreed in Paris in December 2015 and have a clear responsibility to cut environmentally harmful

emissions. However, our sustainability strategy goes much further than decarbonisation,” explains Albrecht Reimold, Member of the Executive Board for Production and Logistics of Porsche AG. “Porsche is pursuing the goal of a Zero Impact Factory – production without any negative impact on the environment.” With Zuffenhausen, the Taycan is making an important statement about electric driving and German engineering. It is important that everyone benefits from the technology and experiences.

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The Taycan Experience

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The charging time for five to 80 percent SoC (state of charge) is 22.5 minutes under ideal conditions, with a maximum charging power of 270kW. Conveniently, Taycan drivers can charge their cars with up to 22kW of alternating current with the appropriate equipment.

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Offering cutting-edge E-performance, the Taycan Turbo 4S, Turbo and Turbo S are among Porsche’s most powerful production cars. The flagship Turbo S can generate up to 560kW over-boost power in O LEARN combination with Launch Control, the Taycan Turbo up to 500kW (680 ET PS), and the Turbo 4S 390kW.

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Taycan is a four-door sports car housed in a unique package, offering Porsche performance and connectivity with everyday usability. This is O LEARN ET a true Porsche for the age of electromobility – a fascinating sports car that not only excites in terms of its technology and driving dynamics, but also sparks a passion in people.

The Zuffenhausen Experience By 2022 Porsche will have invested more than six billion euros in electromobility. Of that more than 700 million went into the new production facility for the Taycan at Zuffenhausen, Germany. Production on the site is CO-neutral, the energy-efficient buildings fall well below the statutory energy requirements, and all roofs of the new buildings are landscaped and partly equipped with photovoltaic systems. The electrical energy used at Porsche comes from renewable sources. Biogas-powered combined heat and power plants supply the site with heat and additional electricity. Electrified logistics vehicles and rail transport powered by green electricity further reduce CO emissions in logistics. Added to this is a host of other measures, with which Porsche is pursuing the goal of the ‘Zero Impact Factory’, a production without environmental influences. Since 2014, Porsche has reduced vehicle-specific CO₂ emissions from production by more than 75 percent.

Sustainability is one of the three pillars of Porsche Production 4.0 – smart, lean and green are today’s modern production methods. In addition to the ecological aspects (green) and the responsible and efficient use of resources (lean), Porsche Production 4.0 stands out for its transparency and networking (smart). As such, there is no classical assembly line in the production of the Taycan. Zuffenhausen was completely redesigned for Taycan production from the outset and Porsche has integrated groundbreaking production standards. The car is assembled on a Flexi-Line with driverless transport systems that move independently from station to station. This not only provides new freedom in the production plant, but also in the architecture of the new plant by dispensing with conveyor belts. Without a rigid assembly line, production can be modified at any time by integrating something new; alternatively, a bypass can be instigated to implement special customer requests.

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In expanding and modernising the Zuffenhausen site, Porsche set new standards in sustainability. Plant 4, housing the new engine plant, the main site workshops and additional office space, TO LEARN E received platinum certification from the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB). This recognises the economic, ecological, sociocultural and technical quality of the processes used to build new or restructure existing industrial areas.

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E IS FOR ELECTRIC RACING EXCITEMENT Porsche joins Formula E with the 99X Formula E is a single-seater championship that uses only electric cars. It was conceived in 2011, and the inaugural championship commenced in Beijing in September 2014.

championship, Lotterer finished eighth overall on 71 points. He reached the podium on two occasions, first at the season opener in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia.

This series is a city-based, single-seater electric car championship which has really taken off – so much so the FIA announced that Formula E would be given world championship status for the 2020–2021 season. This is the first singleseater racing series outside of Formula One to be given world championship status. Quite obviously it is a sign of the times.

Teammate Neel Jani’s best result in his first full Formula E season for Porsche was 20th position overall, although he finished in sixth place at the penultimate race in Berlin. With 79 points and eighth place in the team championship, the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team has concluded a successful though badly disrupted debut season. Both drivers lamented the chance for more races during the season, with Jani saying it was the longest break from racing he has ever had.

Formula E is currently contested by 12 teams with two drivers, each racing electric-powered race cars similar in style to the hybrid-drive cars of Formula One. Racing generally takes place on temporary city centre street circuits of between 1.9 and 3.4 km in length.

“Today in Berlin represented the conclusion of what was, in many ways, an extraordinary season in the ABB FIA Formula E Championship. We have celebrated our debut in fully electric motor racing and achieved success from the word go,” said Fritz Enzinger, Vice President of Porsche Motorsport.

During the first four seasons, drivers were forced to make one mandatory pit stop to change cars. With the introduction of the Gen2 cars this is no longer necessary, because the battery lasts for the full race distance of 45 laps. In race mode maximum power is currently restricted to 200kW (268bhp).

“André Lotterer finished second at the season-opener to reach the podium. He followed this up with another podium finish in Berlin. We scored points with the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team in eight out of 11 events. That is an outstanding record for a newcomer to Formula E.

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Porsche joined the series for the first time in 2020 with the Porsche 99X Electric race car; however, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the championship was suspended in March 2020 and all scheduled races were cancelled.

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Charging is no longer an issue

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hargefox has rapidly opened up the possibilities for Taycan owners to travel the countryside, going countrywide with its widespread charge stations. So far there are 18 ultra-rapid charging stations nationally, allowing Taycan drivers from Toombul in Queensland to Australind in Western Australia to enjoy a fast charge. Another four ultra-rapid charge stations are in the pipeline. An agreement between Porsche and Chargefox also means that Taycan owners can enjoy three years free, unlimited charging at all ultra-rapid sites (up to 350kW) and at participating Chargefox-managed fast charging sites Australia-wide.

As an example, Chargefox’s Westfield Airport West site, 20 km from Melbourne’s CBD, has four 350kW ultrarapid charge stations and two 50kW fast chargers. “Chargefox has now built 18 ultra-rapid charging stations around Australia on the Chargefox network that are totally powered by renewable energy, with many others using green power where possible,” says Marty Andrews, CEO of Chargefox. “We have almost 10,000 users on our app, and we have powered more than 145,000 EV charging sessions. We are really pleased to see the positive impact our network is having on the environment at such a critical moment in time.

“Turning on our latest two charging stations in regional Victoria and WA means drivers can now travel up and down the east coast of Australia, and from Melbourne to Adelaide, without long charging stops.

The complimentary charging period begins on delivery of your Taycan. Owners can download the Chargefox app via Google Play or Apple App Store. After registering their vehicle details in the Chargefox app, Porsche Taycan owners will have visibility of all of the free charging available to them when using the Chargefox network.

“These sites will further reduce range anxiety and help drive EV adoption in Australia. As all the major car companies focus their efforts on building EV models, we anticipate that 2021 will be the year that we will see the tipping point of EV adoption in Australia.”

Chargefox is an ultra-rapid charging network with investment by the Australian Motoring Services (RACV, NRMA, RACQ, RAC, RAA and RACT), Wilson Transformers and the founder of Carsales, Greg Roebuck. It is supported with grants from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) and the Victorian Government.

Using the Chargefox network, Taycan drivers will be able to charge from five percent to 80 percent battery in 22.5 minutes across the ultra-rapid network, and in 93 minutes across the fast charger network

The freely available Chargefox app also helps users easily find charging stations in Australia and New Zealand.

That’s just enough time for a coffee break; for extra convenience many Chargefox locations have cafes and facilities nearby. All charge stations are well-lit and have long opening times (some 24/7). Charger locks are fitted so no one can disconnect your car from the charger and CCTV cameras are being rolled out for added security.

Sites are equipped with CHAdeMO and CCS2 plug types, making it suitable for all current and future DC-capable EVs.

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Natali and Rai Carlassare

Rai Carlassare – a man for all seasons

“We all need to get on the wagon when it comes to being as environmentally conscious as we can.”

ithout any shadow of a doubt, Rai Carlassare is a man for all seasons when it comes to being aware of preserving our environment for the future. His motives are family-oriented, but the scope of his determination goes much further. “I’ve got three daughters and I want to make sure they have a stable future, economically and environmentally. It’s important,” Rai explains. “They recently found microplastics on top of Mount Everest and our climate is definitely not doing well. You get to a point where you know what goes on is not right. I have three daughters from nine to 20 years old; they don’t have the financial capacity to deal with this just yet but they’re the ones who will suffer the most. We can’t bury our heads in the sand anymore.” Rai owns two companies, Pacific Hire and Active Environmental Services, and he is moving both towards more sustainable business practices. “Active Environmental services performs water treatment on commercial projects,” he said. “Where traditionally people would pump water off their job site down a storm water drain, we now have systems that clean it up to the point where it’s virtually drinking water when it goes down the storm drain. That’s a nice addition that points in the whole environmental direction that we’re trying to achieve.

“Some of our access equipment lines in Pacific Hire are going to full hybrid/electric units. They retain all their traditional capabilities (4WD etc.) but they’re a full hybrid machine where they go literally eight hours on a battery pack. They also have a diesel engine/generator onboard in case the batteries deplete to the point where they need to recharge – but if you plug them in once every couple of days, they don’t ever run the diesel engine. It is a true balance of functionality and environmental consciousness. “We really try to push it where possible, investing a lot of money in Pacific Hire to try to be as environmentally conscious as we can. Not because we’re told to but because we need to. The environmental return on investment is the longer-term future. That’s the best way I can put it.” Rai’s green credentials go further than work. His home is also under scrutiny and he has invested a great deal in a sophisticated solar system with around 11kW of solar panels on the roof and a BYD B-BOX system, a commercial lithium battery system that offers 30kW of battery storage. It is managed through a ‘very intelligent’ Selectronic inverter system that tells the panels how much to charge the batteries at any given time, keeping both the batteries and the whole system in check. The Selectronic inverter is Australian made here in Victoria.

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“The technology was there, and you could see that Porsche was miles ahead of anyone at that stage. Because we liked it so much, my wife (Natali) said get another new one,” Rai says. “So, when the new 9YA series came out, I said: “What a great opportunity; we ordered a new one in about May 2018. And we were probably one of the first in the country to get one when we received it in January 2019.”

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“For nine months of the year we don’t get any electricity bills. It’s only through Winter for two or three months we split 50/50 battery and the O LEARN ET grid as we don’t get enough sun through the winter months,” Rai says. “The beauty of it is that we get to plug in the E-Hybrid any time of the day and the battery system that runs the whole house also runs the car.

All of Rai’s Porsches have been from Porsche Centre of Brighton from his first second-hand Cayenne Hybrid to the latest 992 GT3. He says that’s because he is so very pleased with how he is looked after there. “When we bought the first Cayenne; I really didn’t know where to go,” he said. “The first person I was introduced to there was Jake Parsons. He was in service back then, now he’s in a sales role and he is absolutely brilliant. And it’s not just Jake, really the whole group is awesome. I would never want to go anywhere else.”•

Porsche joins the South Pole for Australia Ecological responsibility and economic success go hand in hand at Porsche. Sustainable and responsible action is an essential pillar of the sports car manufacturerâ€™s corporate philosophy.

orsche’s contribution to sustainability extends much further than building electrically powered, environmentally sound motor cars, and much more than building ecologically sustainable manufacturing facilities such as the new Zuffenhausen plant in Germany. It means offering owners the opportunity to make their own individual contributions towards a sustainable future. In doing so, Porsche considers the entire value creation chain – from suppliers, to the product, to after sales and recycling. Today, Porsche AG uses 100% green energy for production and rail logistics. In Australia, Porsche also prioritises other sustainability measures like solar power and tyre recycling. “Sustainability is an essential pillar of our corporate strategy at Porsche,” says Sam Curtis, CEO & Managing Director, Porsche Cars Australia. “The global approach to sustainability at Porsche is holistic, working in all fields of action – ecological, economic and social.” To further that aim, Porsche has activated the Porsche Impact program in Australia that allows owners to offset their personal carbon footprint using an online emissions calculator that estimates the CO2 footprint of their Porsche. By doing so, they support projects protecting the Australian environment.

Contributions are based on consumption, annual mileage and the selected support project. For example, for a Porsche vehicle that has driven 15,000 kilometres with an average fuel consumption of 12 litres per 100 kilometres, an owner’s financial contribution is approximately $117 per year. As a result of Porsche’s partnership with leading project developer and global climate action expert South Pole, Porsche owners can choose between two certified local projects. The initiatives focus on sustaining the biodiversity of local flora and fauna, revegetation and Indigenous land management. Both projects are part of South Pole’s award-winning EcoAustralia credits, where an Australian biodiversity project is matched with an international Gold Standard emissions reduction project. An Australian Biodiversity Unit is equal to 1.5 m2 of governmentaccredited, permanently protected Australian vegetation. The Gold Standard is an internationally recognised verification standard for emissions projects which ensures that the project g and its benefits are real, verified and permanent.

South Pole – shared beliefs with Porsche In 2006, five young social entrepreneurs got together and founded South Pole. It has always stood for one shared belief – that economy and society can only thrive if businesses can embed sustainability and the environment into the heart of their activities. South Pole works with both local organisations and Australian subsidiaries of global leaders like Porsche on all areas of climate action. Tom Schroder, Head of Climate Action at South Pole points out: “We are very proud to enable Porsche to take climate action, both globally and here in Australia. It is such commitment that helps to preserve Australia’s pristine natural environment while also drawing down emissions.”

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The first project is Mount Sandy, located between the Coorong National Park and Lake Albert in South Australia. It is a pocket of intact native vegetation in a region dominated by farmlands, and it brings together Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians to promote land conservation methods that have been used by the traditional owners of the land, the Ngarrindjeri people, for thousands of years.

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South Pole has developed over 700 climate action projects worldwide. Their projects deliver measurable benefits aligned with the aims of the Paris Agreement and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. They improve lives, livelihoods and landscapes for communities around the world.

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“We help our clients assess their climate risks and opportunities, measure and reduce their environmental impact, source renewable energy and carbon offsets, and support sustainability projects that transform lives around the world,” Mr Schroder says.

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South Pole’s presence in Australia covers both climate advisory and trading of environmental attribute certificates, such as carbon credits, renewable energy certificates and biodiversity offsets. As the world’s largest emissions reduction and biodiversity project developer with an active portfolio of Australian projects, the company also offers end-to-end project development.

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The second local initiative is the Myamyn project at Annya State Forest, located in south-western Victoria. The habitat is home to numerous vulnerable and endangered plant and animal species. The Myamyn project works to protect and rehabilitate the site after clearing ARN O LEARN and the introduction O LEof ET ET an invasive eucalyptus species occurred in 1997. RE MO

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Originating in Tasmania, the blue gum is a fast-growing, hardy eucalyptus commonly used in plantations. Unfortunately, these attributes also mean that blue gums won out against local native species and disrupted the broader ecosystem. As a result, what was once a kaleidoscope of ecotypes at Myamyn became a largely homogenous area representing little value to the broader ecosystem. So far 20 hectares of cleared land have been rehabilitated with a total of 200 hectares protected against further clearing hence the Myamyn project area is being regenerated.

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PANAMERA TURBO S E-HYBRID â€“ Powerful, poised and pure

The new Porsche Panamera covers an even wider spectrum, linking the performance of a sports car with the comfort of an exclusive saloon. 22

With the release of the new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid, the Panamera product lineup has been completed with the most powerful version combining a 419kW four-litre biturbo V8 with a 100kW electric motor. Its all-electric range has been increased thanks to a new 17.9kWh battery and optimised driving modes. But thereâ€™s so much more to this flagship Panamera; at the heart of the drive architecture is the electric motor, integrated into the eightspeed dual-clutch transmission (PDK) which produces a power output of 100kW (136 PS) and maximum torque of 400Nm. This makes for outstanding driving performance. In combination with its standard Sport Chrono package, and powered by the four-litre V8 biturbo engine, it sprints from zero to 100km/h in

3.2 seconds â€“ 0.2 seconds faster than its predecessor â€“ and reaches a top speed of 315km/h, which represents an improvement of 5km/h. Porsche therefore has underlined its goal to deliver the best performance in class by significantly boosting the engine output. A new operating strategy and more powerful battery have contributed to significantly improving the electric driving experience and all-electric range. Thanks to the use of optimised cells, the gross capacity of the highvoltage battery has been increased from 14.1 to 17.9kWh and the driving modes have been adapted for even more efficient energy g utilisation.

Porsche plug-in hybrid models are adaptable and can be charged at home either via a standard domestic outlet or a power socket. A model-specific charging capacity of up to 7.2kW is possible with the standard Porsche Mobile Charger. Charging is also possible at public charging points using a Mode 3 cable.

suspension and steering. There’s also E-Power, Hybrid Auto, E-Hold and E-Charge settings that add even more scope to your driving experience. Each mode selected prioritises electric power, but it can reach into the combustion engine for even more excitement when called upon.

There’s no shortage of drive modes to choose from with Normal, Sport and Sport + modes endowing the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid with immediate changes of throttle, transmission,

If that’s not quite enough excitement, then there’s a Sport Response button on the steering wheel that will release 20 seconds of amplified engine and transmission response.

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Outside targeted design features have sharpened the appearance, with a new front section, a modified tail-light strip, new wheels and colours refining the look of the new Panamera.

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Inside the stylish cockpit where each seat wraps its passenger, the Porsche Communication Management system incorporates new digital functions and services, such as upgraded Voice Control, RealTime Traffic Information, Radio Plus, wireless Apple CarPlay and other Connect services.

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Standard on the flagship Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid are all currently available chassis and control systems such as the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport (PDCC Sport) electric roll stabilisation system, which includes Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus), rear axle steering with Power Steering Plus, as well as the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) system.

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Noticeable improvements have been made to driving comfort and cornering stability by enhancing all the chassis systems. As a result, the adaptive shock absorbers, electronic roll stabilisation, steering system and revamped engine and axle mounts have all been optimised.

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If that’s not quite enough excitement, then there’s a Sport Response button on the steering wheel that will release 20 seconds of amplified engine and transmission response.

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The newly designed front of the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is differentiated by its dual C-shaped Turbo front light modules as well as its larger side air intakes. The revamped light bar at the rear now runs seamlessly over the luggage compartment lid with an adapted contour. Options available include darkened Exclusive Design tail-light modules with dynamic Coming/Leaving Home animation, three new 20- and 21-inch wheels and two new exterior colours (Cherry Metallic and Truffle Brown Metallic). Despite the sports car styling of the Panamera range, there’s plenty of space inside the cockpit and in the boot of the car. Porsche’s stylists have accomplished a design coup giving the four-door sedan a sleek sporty look without restricting entry or rear seat passenger legroom. Add to that three available body variants – sports sedan, Executive (long-wheelbase version) and Sport Turismo – and there is a Panamera ready to deliver power, poise and environmental credentials to your life.

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hen you hear the word ‘conservationist’, typically, ‘Porsche’ may not be the next word that springs to mind. But according to Jason Furness, Workshop Controller at Porsche Centre Brighton, it should be. He shares his story of how Porsche’s enviable record of environmental innovation became the ideal home for a conservationist at heart ... who also happens to like extremely fast cars. Having worked on cars since he was 15, and then forging a career in the auto industry, Jason has now amassed extensive industry experience. “Working on cars was an easy choice at that age, as it’s something I’d always wanted to do for as long as I can remember,” he says. Jason worked in a variety of roles in his earlier years in the industry, spending the half-decade before joining Porsche running a specialist performance workshop for amateur race car ‘weekend warriors’.

JASON FURNESS

HIGH VOLTAGE SUSTAINABILITY

Having reached what he calls the ‘pointy end’ of his career, Jason began seeking new challenges. Now in his third year at Porsche Centre Brighton, he came on board as a mechanic before beginning the Workshop Controller role created especially for him. “I began helping out our Workshop Manager, filling in for him when he was away working with racing teams,” Jason recalls. “The two roles fit together closely. The Workshop Manager oversees difficult jobs, while the Workshop Controller – my current position – takes charge of the day’s structure and ensures each deadline is met.” Coupled with his passion for speed, Jason has deep respect for Porsche’s commitment to continually making their cars cleaner without sacrificing performance. “I’ve always been torn between helping the environment and racing cars,” Jason confesses. “Yet while I’ve long struggled with the auto industry’s core concerns, I’ve come to realise that car racing is actually one of the core innovative industries. The technology they create and advance through competition drives innovation further.” Jason’s ongoing commitment to sustainable technology was thus one of his driving motivations in joining Porsche. “They have always been a pioneering company in this respect, with founder Ferdinand Porsche designing a hybrid car back in 1900,” he says. “While there are many companies doing electric cars now, Porsche has always existed at the forefront of innovation.” He predicts that the technologies being developed at Porsche will have massive flow-through effects. “For example, the company has built a semi-trailer which can charge 30 cars,” he says. “By making battery technology and capacity so much more advanced year on year, Porsche is doing something great. What they’re creating with batteries will lead to dramatic real-world change to the infrastructure of our cities.”

Workshop Controller Porsche Centre Brighton

After becoming a pioneer in hybrid transportation, Porsche company has now taken the fully electric route with the Taycan, a development which holds much promise for Jason. “Porsche’s process of designing and building the allelectric Taycan will ultimately drive down the cost of the technology,” Jason says. “This will feed into unique possibilities for home batteries and smart charging – where a car can be charged via roof-mounted solar panels when there’s excess power, for example.” Working for Porsche, then, has reinforced Jason’s environmental engagement. “It’s made me more optimistic about the future,” he affirms. “From the outside, it’s hard to see how a brand renowned for speed is relevant on environmental issues. On the ground, though, I get to see the progress in factories and examine the rapid change in materials – and that makes me very hopeful.”

The power of a progressive, forward-thinking company like Porsche to drive change, then, shouldn’t be underestimated. “Even when governments are slow to react, many in the private sector are pushing forward because they’re aware of the consequence of inaction,” Jason says. “With very tough sustainability targets, Porsche are tightening up everything as quickly as they possibly can.” Jason’s partner, Sophie is deeply involved in the environmental movement. “She’s been a big influence on me, and consistently encourages me to do better on these issues,” he says. “We see eye to eye on many things, including the sacrifices required to genuinely reduce your impact on the world.” For her part, Sophie is heavily involved in nature-preserving efforts. “She works for Phillip Island Nature Parks, a not-for-profit conservation organisation,” Jason says. “She’s also involved with several other groups including Plastic Free Philip Island, beach cleans and festivals on waste management.” At Porsche Centre Brighton, Jason plays a daily part in the company’s leading role on environmental issues. “Recently, we’ve hooked up a computer screen to our rooftop solar system,” he says.”We can see how much power we’re making, and whether we’ve made more power than we’ve used to feed back into the grid.” Engaging with Porsche Centre Brighton’s solar program has had positive effects on Jason’s view of the company’s impact on the world. “Commercially, it makes sense in doing what we can, whenever we can,” he reflects. With his steadfast commitment to Porsche’s green future, Jason is a genuine asset to the marque’s status as a conscientious and forward-thinking manufacturer.

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THE GREAT ALPINE ROAD Consider this spectacular road trip through Victoria’s breathtaking high country … it’s well worth a visit

Wangaratta to Metung 339km, about 5 hours

Dine on fresh local produce and awardwinning cool climate wines, or catch your own lunch in a mountain stream or lake as you go.

Wind your way along Victoria’s Great Alpine Road, from Wangaratta in the north-east across to Metung on the jaw-droppingly beautiful Gippsland Lakes.

Make the journey year-round, whether you prefer warm weather walking, cycling and camping or high-adrenaline adventure opportunities and perennially popular wintertime snow action.

The 339-kilometre adventure along Australia’s highest year-round accessible sealed road leads you through diverse landscapes, across lofty mountain ranges, down plunging valleys, into lush forests, and past rolling vineyards to sparkling coastal waterways.

Whatever the season, breathtaking views, unforgettable scenery and warm welcomes in the villages are guaranteed. Travelling this route in reverse can take you from Gippsland north to Bairnsdale, then diverting west from Omeo to Mt Hotham or Dinner Plain.

Wangaratta to Bright 76km, about 1 hour Start in Wangaratta, home to beautiful gardens and period homes. Time your visit for the annual November jazz festival, when the city really kicks up its heels. Making mouth-watering memories This northern leg of the Great Alpine Road is characterised not only by spectacular scenery and crisp mountain air, but also by fine wine and local valley produce. At Milawa, call in at the famed Brown Brothers Epicurean Centre and Cellar Door, and sample your way through Milawa Cheese Factory. Detour to the village of Beechworth, built on 19th-century gold rush wealth. Explore the historic honey granite buildings, including the courthouse where the final trial of iconic bushranger Ned Kelly commenced. Get a taste of Beechworth’s booming food and wine scene: try for a reservation at acclaimed Provenance or pop in for pizza and a beer at Bridge Road Brewers. Alternatively, break your journey with a pub meal at the Happy Valley Hotel – replenishing travellers since 1854. Alpine adventuring Travel onwards to Mount Buffalo National Park and its unique rock formations. Stretch your legs on a gentle walk to waterfalls, granite formations and lookouts with views of the Australian Alps, or head out on horseback or two wheels. Rock climbers will be in their element at the summit of Mount Buffalo, also popular for cross-country or downhill skiing in winter. This leg ends at Bright, a beautiful town on the Ovens River, filled with grand deciduous trees that are simply stunning in autumn. Mark the first stage of your drive with a memorable meal and a gin flight at Reed and Co, or stop in at Bright Brewery for a pint and pizza. SIDE TRIPS Golden Heritage Drive From Wangaratta, take the B500 to Tarrawingee, the C315 to Beechworth and Wooragee, the C532 to Yackandandah, then the C527 to Myrtleford. On your way you’ll take in Tarrawingee’s historic buildings, including St Peter’s church, the Plough Inn and Carinya House, and Beechworth’s 30-plus beautifully preserved National Trust–classified buildings and places of significance to the legend of bushranger Ned Kelly. Walk the tree-lined streets of Yackandandah among stately Victorian architecture.

Gourmet Food and Wine Drive

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From Wangaratta, take the C521 to Oxley and turn left to Milawa and Oxley at the heart of the famed Milawa Gourmet Region, where you can taste fine wines at cellar doors, including the renowned Mediterranean styles of the nearby King Valley. Sample outstanding local produce, experience the hospitality of award-winning country hotels and fine dining restaurants, and pull over at farm gates to stock up on seasonal bounty. Loop back to Wangaratta or on to Myrtleford and beyond.

At Porepunkah take the C535 to Mount Buffalo and the top of Mount Buffalo Gorge for fantastic views of the High Country and the Alps, and numerous walking tracks for majestic vistas. In winter, hire cross-country or downhill skis to get the adrenaline pumping, and in summer choose from the area’s famous adventure activities such as mountain biking, g paragliding and hang gliding.

Bright to Omeo, 110km, about 2 hours The second leg of the Great Alpine Road gives the route its name, travelling from leafy Bright into the High Country’s breathtaking alpine area and onwards to the historic Gippsland town of Omeo. Upwards to the Alps Farewell the cafes and colours of Bright to ascend through charming Harrietville to Mount Hotham, Victoria’s highest alpine village. Watch the landscape change from alpine ash to snow gum forest and heathland as you climb. ICK HER CL ICK HER CL

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Omeo to Metung, 120km, about 1 hour 40 minutes

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Depart Omeo, and follow the Great Alpine Road south past Bairnsdale, East Gippsland’s only city, and on to Metung, starting point for exploring the spectacular Gippsland Lakes.

Mandy PARRY-JONES Tim ROBERTS Jill JOHNSON

Travel temptations First stops: Swifts Creek and Ensay, small towns with a big history of mining, grazing and timber milling, and a modern-day passion for freshly baked goods, just-picked fruit, and local wines. Next up is Bruthen, a rustic village overlooking the Tambo River. Try a refreshing ale at the local brewery before exploring the town’s immaculate heritage buildings. Bustling Bairnsdale Your last stop before the seemingly endless expanse of the Gippsland Lakes is Bairnsdale. Set on the banks of the Mitchell River, this inland port settlement is now a major gateway to Victoria’s east. Pay a visit to St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, noting the interior, painted in the 1930s by Francesco Floreani. While in town, look out for annual musical and sporting events, or explore the Mitchell River silt jetties that extend eight kilometres into nearby Lake King. Fuel up for upcoming lake exploration at local cafes and restaurants.

You’re on the doorstep of the Gippsland Lakes system, the biggest expanse of inland waterways in the Southern Hemisphere, consisting of five main lakes, fed by the waters of four major rivers, and fringed by the Ninety Mile Beach. With more than 400 square kilometres of lakes, rivers and lagoons, this region is an ideal location for all forms of water-based fun, sport and exceptional fishing. Carry on to Metung, a picture-book village on the shores of Bancroft Bay and Lake King, where the Great Alpine Road touring route ends. Life assumes a relaxed pace here. Follow your nose to harbourside restaurants for quality seafood and wine; spend a day floating around in a boat; and stroll the water’s edge at sunset, cooking up your next adventure. SIDE TRIPS Gippsland Lakes Drive

An alternative route from Omeo to Bairnsdale runs through Cassillis, a small town that was once a thriving mining community. Explore the pretty valley on foot and see relics of the gold-mining era, including the unmissable Oriental Claims walking trails, the Cassilis Cemetery and the old goldmine. Call into a local winery to sample the area’s fruit and berry wines and mead, and snack on top-notch baked goods in the town of Swifts Creek.

Departing Bruthen, take the C620 to Nowa Nowa and the A1 to Lakes Entrance to watch the daily catch being unloaded or to cast a line yourself. Continue along the A1 and Nungurner Road to Metung, and stop for a stroll along lakeshore. Then take the C606 to Swan Reach, the A1 to Bairnsdale and the C604 to Paynesville, a perfect base to explore the Gippsland Lakes and walk Ninety Mile Beach.

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