Fraser Island, Pure Paradise
World heritage-listed Fraser Island is the world’s biggest sand island and is pure paradise for nature lovers and adventurous outdoor enthusiasts visiting Queensland. Barges and ferry services run daily from River Heads, south of Hervey Bay, and from Urangan Boat Harbour in Hervey Bay to Fraser Island. Once on the island, prepare to do a […]
The Elephant Whisperer
An old friend kept telling me to read this book as not only was she captivated by the tale of a passionate conservationist taming a herd of rogue elephants, but the vivid picture of the bush setting had reignited a deep desire to return to her Zululand roots. And then the connection was made. The author, […]
Liar, liar, your pants are on fire!
It’s local election time again in Queensland and politicians are out kissing babies, riding on tractors and planting trees. In other words, they’re trying to pull the wool over our eyes. They are also resorting to smear campaigns, digging up every last little nugget they can to try and convince an embattled public that they are […]
Vanessa Rowe and ‘The Low Flying Duck’
JournoNews caught up with graphic designer, Vanessa Rowe, founder of The Low Flying Duck, a blog that captures her everyday experiences living with Coeliac disease. Why the name, The Low Flying Duck? The name of the site originates from the very Australian and irreverent saying: “Iʼm so hungry I could eat the crotch out of a […]
KwaZulu-Natal — lots to love!
No matter how long I have lived away from South Africa, my love for the country never wanes. While our recent trip was limited to four weeks in KwaZulu-Natal, there was enough to feed the soul … until next time. I love … · Samoosas – piled high at the Karkloof Farmer’s Market … definitely worth returning […]
Royal photo opportunity missed for good
I went to see the queen and all I saw was a flash of her mint green suit. It had been a spontaneous decision to seize the day and take all three of our children out of school to witness this historic royal visitation. It was quite plausible after all that this could be Her Majesty’s […]
Online pleasure seekers left high and dry
It sounds plausible enough. Who wouldn’t want 75% off a weekend getaway at a luxury resort? Or 50% off a ‘delectable meal for two’? Yet, it’s been a case of online buyers beware for many unsuspecting Australian bargain hunters keen to snap up seemingly too good to be true deals. And here’s the rub: Sometimes, they […]
Fancy a guilt-free shopping splurge?
Fancy a guilt-free shopping splurge? Head for your nearest Op shop. ‘Op’ stands for opportunity and there’s plenty of that to be had in the plethora of second hand bargain outlets in and around Brisbane. Among my favourites is The Endeavour Foundation’s quirky store in fashionable Paddington. The charming outlet is a popular pit stop for […]
Killer cat curtailed by CatBib
The quest to curtail the killer cat continues with the addition of a ‘CatBib’ The ‘CatBib’ has arrived and already, it has curtailed the killer cat. The concept is not exactly rocket science. Made out of a sort of lightweight rubbery fabric, it attaches to the cat’s collar by means of Velcro. Invented by a […]
International jazz singer to perform at Fig Tree Pocket flood relief concert
A community jazz concert flood fund-raiser featuring a host of talented jazz musicians including international jazz singer, Amanda Carr who sings for the famous Boston Pops Orchestra, will be held at Fig Tree Pocket State School oval, Cubberla Street, Fig Tree Pocket in Brisbane, Australia on September 17 from 4pm to 6.30pm. The event will […]
