There’s something about the West coast of Australia that draws you in like a magnet. A warmness that invites you to stay longer. It’s the same in Carnarvon. We’re practically on the most western side of Australia, thousands of kilometres from Victoria, yet I feel so at home here. With a population of just over … More Four Days in Carnarvon
Here in Victoria where I live, on the edge of leafy outer Melbourne, our lockdown has been extended for yet another week. That’s the fourth time this past year. I’ve lost track of the number of days. So, I’ve been out walking again. To be honest I’ve never walked as much as I have in … More Those We Meet on the Journey
Believe that you can and you’re half way there. Theodore Roosevelt. A good road trip, like life, sometimes means meeting half way. Nhill (near Horsham) is exactly half way between Adelaide and Melbourne on the Western Highway, halfway between where I live and where fellow freelance Aussie writer and blogger Glenys Gelzinis lives. I started … More Halfway mark at Nhill
Last week my veggie garden was overgrown and full of weeds. The passionfruit vine had gone wild and its roots were strangling potential growth. Not that there’s been much growing there. In fact, there’s been nothing there for over a year. How have I let it get so run down and neglected? The soil underneath … More Weeds, Seeds and Finding lost dreams
Did you know there are four places in Australia where three states meet? The most well known corner of the Australian outback is Cameron Corner, where the states of New South Wales, South Australia and Queensland meet. There’s also the remote Surveyors General corner where South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory meet. Haddon … More Corners of Australia
Do you ever feel as though the Universe is trying to send you a message? That’s how it’s been for me the last few days. The first text message came from Amy from across the road “Walkies in ten minutes?” she sent last Thursday afternoon, referring to our dogs. “I’ll pass” I reply. “Got a splitting headache.” … More Zumba, Friends and Good Vibes in June
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