Category Archives: Australia It is so easy to take one’s own backyard for granted! After years of good intention but little action, I finally joined a local community walking group this year – the Bega Valley Bushwalkers -and managed to fit in some coastal walks in my region before setting off again on travel further afield. One of […]  Kiama, a little Australian town just 120 km (75 mi) south of Sydney, is bounded by a dramatic coastline along the Tasman Sea on one side, and rich, green pastures dotted with remnants of rainforest on the other. With heritage-listed buildings, stunning natural scenery, surf beaches, and plenty of boutiques and coffee shops, it is […]  You are still in the city, but not quite! There is a ringing of birdsong – and the roar of sirens. The rustling of skinks in the leaf-litter contrasts with the clanging of distant machinery. Wind whistles in the branches while a helicopter whirrs overhead. There is something magical about city parks: oases of fresh, […]  I love an excuse to explore my own backyard! I had driven up to Brisbane to participate in a friend’s birthday party, and decided to stay an extra day to visit nearby North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah). This had been on my “list” for a while. To keep life simple and take advantage of local knowledge, […]  Blues musicians rock! The entertainers at the Thredbo Blues Festival last month had me smiling from ear to ear. This little event takes place in the charming alpine village for which it is named, high in Australia’s Snowy Mountains. For two and a half days, the restaurants, bars, and public spaces are bouncing with joyful […] |
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