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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Go the Extra Mile sheds light on “Untouchables”
A band of intrepid walkers took off on a 50km walk called ‘Go the Extra Mile’—an endurance hike from Mitchelton to Scarborough in Brisbane, Australia last Saturday, 6 August 2011, to raise funds and awareness for the “Untouchables”, or Dalits – the throw-away people of India. Organised by Gospel for Asia, the event shed light on […]
Quest to curtail killer cat
Our cat is a killer. There, I’ve confessed. My biggest fears have been realised and he’s brought home his booty like the proud killer he is. I have taken one injured bird to the vet and another died while cushioned in a box filled with the softest shredded paper—the others, I’m afraid, were too far gone […]
Stylishly presented Cupcakes + Cowboys opens in Cape Town
The newly-opened Cupcakes + Cowboys store in Claremont, Cape Town’s quaint Belvedere Square is a visual feast, offering enticing quality Kiddies Décor and Accessories. The shop has been the culmination of years in the planning for owners Candice Whitton and Tammy Van Nierop who visualised the sumptuous, stylishly presented store way before it became a […]
Google+ introduces a Facebook alternative
The YouTube footage of Google+ suggests a welcome relief from the narcissistic tendency of Facebook, offering greater privacy and discriminate friendship groups. Currently in trial phase, the Google+ project looks promising. It’s sole intention is to enable users to screen their connections and place boundaries around intimate aspects they share online. For example, compared to […]
Multi-talented Victoria Smith’s inspiring SFGirlByBay
Victoria Smith, a San Francisco design blogger & freelance writer describes herself on her Twitter page as a photographer, stylist, design junkie and flea market aficionado. Victoria is editor/writer of sfgirlbybay, one of the west coast’s leading interior design blogs. She features new product reviews, shopping tips, including art, photography and design resources, as well […]
