A tale of three bridges
Once upon a time, I held a record, of sorts. For a few days in 2005, I was the first woman in the world to have…
Shimmying in Sydney
Tinkling coins are the sign you’re doing it right. That’s the first thing I learn at my first bellydancing class. The coin belt tied around my…
Starting in Sydney
Sydney Harbour must rank as one of the most beautiful in the world. And on a sunny day, with blue skies, there are few better ways…
Cavalia – an equestrian ballet
It’s a little bit Camelot and a little bit Arabian Nights, with a dash of “My Little Pony” thrown in. I’m talking, of course, about the…
A year in Brisbane
Last week marked the end of my first year “back” in Brisbane. When I returned to the city I’d lived in for the best part of…
Slithering into the Year of the Snake
In Chinese astrology, we are entering the Year of the Snake. I’m not a Snake, I’m a Dog. But living in Australia has brought me more…
Keeping the presses rolling
I love newspapers. Since the first day I stepped into the organised chaos of a newsroom, and the first time I heard the thunder of rolling…
As Australian as…
The invitation has me hooked immediately. “As ’Strayyylian as meat pies, mate!” it screams, before going on to invite me to an Australia Day barbecue featuring…
Shining a creative light
Creative minds come in all forms. Writing is my creative outlet but for others it may be visual arts – painting, drawing, photography, cartooning – or…
Wide-eyed about coffee
Strong coffee. Is that what kick-starts your day? For me, it’s a nice cup of tea that wakes me up. I enjoy good coffee, but it’s…
A Glass Half Full 