With unspoiled golden beaches and a rural hinterland brimming with natural wonders I'll openly admit to an ongoing love affair with Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. With the recent relaxation on some of the restrictions on travel in Queensland and the hope that in the not too distant future, Australia may open up its borders, I'm sharing a story on … [Read more...]
Melbourne and the grey haired crew
The Royal Military Tattoo is not only for the grey-haired set The airport security alarms were ringing and my 83yo mother couldn’t figure out what was setting them off. Removing her shoes, she made her third attempt through the x-ray booth. With the alarm ringing yet again, her face lit up. “It must be my hips,” she said smiling. Without a care … [Read more...]
Maui we’ll be back
Mum, her three kids and their Maui Adventure! "You should try this Mum," came the challenging call from one of my kids. On Ka'anapali Beach near one of Maui's ritzy resort areas, my three kids had hooked up with some friends (also from Australia) for the popular activity known as "jumping off Black Rock". Pu’u Keka’a (Black Rock) is a rocky … [Read more...]