Hard to believe I’ve lived in Brisbane most of my life yet never ventured over to North Stradbroke Island. It takes about the same time to get to the Island as it would to drive to the Tweed Heads / New South Wales Border. A trip I've done many times. The truth is, living in Brisbane we’re spoilt with so many choices of incredible places to … [Read more...]
Melbourne in 30 hours with three kids & one ex-husband
This was my three lad’s first trip to Melbourne - a quick fly in, stay one night week-end. The challenge was what we could see and do in the short time to give the boys:- a quick "taste" of Melbourne still be in their “scope” of interest also be of interest to Mum and Dad who’ve previously visited Melbourne. My boys are aged 16.5, 12 … [Read more...]
Melbourne is the Bombe
We create frenetic lifestyles. Working; running after families; playing with social media; time on the internet (maybe too much time); the never-ending household chores; exercising - all contribute to the sense of constant busy-ness. Like running on a continually moving treadmill without a stop button! I'm guilty of not catching up with friends as … [Read more...]
Byron Bay attractions and actvities
What is there to do in Byron Bay? Chris Hemsworth, Pete Murray and a few other celebrities have placed Australia's Byron Bay in the spotlight as a spectacular location to live and raise a family. But if you're visiting Byron Bay, what are some of the more interesting attractions and activities on offer? Here's the five things I discovered in … [Read more...]
Chasing Dreams – agtm article
Read about my chat with Christophe Manchon - amateur triathlete - chasing his dreams. agtm article Dec 2014 pdf To download the December edition of agtm mag, please follow this link to itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/age-group-triathlete-magazine/id827252900?mt=8 Note: Christophe's email address is: c_manchon82@hotmail.com … [Read more...]
The spectacular Bay of Fires, Tasmania
A thowback Thursday photo I posted on instagram generated some interest, so I decided to share a few more of my Bay of Fires Walk pics. … [Read more...]
Turning Dreams into Reality
Read about my experience with Getaway Girls, in the beautiful beach town of Byron Bay, New South Wales http://jennjaytales.wordpress.com/2014/12/07/turning-dreams-into-reality/ … [Read more...]
Sydney, nights are warm
"Sydney - nights are warm, day time telly, blue rinse dawn I see buildings, clothing the sky, in paradise" From the Power and the Passion - by Midnight Oil Sydney turned on the balmy, warm evenings when I recently returned for a short a week-end visit. There for no other reason than to catch up with an old friend, Sydney is one of my favourite … [Read more...]
Caloundra a family getaway with a musical twist
Caloundra was awarded the title Australia's "tidiest" town, in 2012. I'm not sure what constitutes the "tidiest" town, but it's tidiness was not the decisive factor in it being my destination choice for the September School holidays. What I like about Caloundra: proximity to Brisbane (one hour drive from Brisbane airport) laid back … [Read more...]
It’s about the Journey, not the Destination
Great Ocean Road Walk Thirteen women in their late 30’s to mid 40’s on a three day walking/hiking adventure. Are there likely to be thirteen different agendas? Married, divorced, separated, de-facto and single, our group covered an eclectic “relationship status” mix. Professional, semi-professional, full-time and part-time workers, some … [Read more...]