Tusky Taxidermy
Perhaps not ‘Signs of Life’ but ‘Signs of death” we spotted this notice in a butcher shop window in Hillston, NSW. The sign says it all. Continue reading Tusky Taxidermy
Perhaps not ‘Signs of Life’ but ‘Signs of death” we spotted this notice in a butcher shop window in Hillston, NSW. The sign says it all. Continue reading Tusky Taxidermy
Robe’s most famous lighthouse isn’t a lighthouse at all it’s an Obelisk. Built in 1855 with handsome stripes to aid vision it can be seen from 20 kms away. I doubt that it will remain on the cliff forever as … Continue reading The Lighthouses of Robe
March 2018 Suffering another dose of ‘new town excitement’ we head into Adelaide CBD for a look around, a haircut and lunch. The city is busy and in search of parking we find ourselves in the hip East End. We have an entertaining lunch at East End Cellars. It is a perfect place for lunch with great decor, wine by the glass and tasting plates. The entertainment is freely provided by the passing parade of hip young folk in ill-fitting clothes which leave us guessing as to their gender. I’m still wondering why a woman would buy a pair of … Continue reading Welcome back to the city
Breakfast on a Saturday morning at the Adelaide Central Markets. Fresh and delicious food in abundance no matter what your taste you’ll find it here. Continue reading Adelaide Central Markets
One of the great advantages of staying at the Brighton Caravan Park in Adelaide is watching the sun set from the deck of the Seacliff Surf Club next door. We’ve been longing for a good meal of fish and chips … Continue reading Seacliff Surf Club
The Brighton Caravan Park in suburban Adelaide has had a chequered history. It is owned by the local council but until recently was run down and full of permanents. The council decided to take a chance on an upgrade and now it is regularly booked out. At the foot of a high cliff the sites are grassy and beside the beach. The all-important amenities are brand new. At night it is peaceful and quiet unlike so many city caravan parks. Continue reading Brighton Caravan Park
Balranald in southern New South Wales is home to the Southern Bell frog and this little guy is celebrated throughout the town with cute frog statues. This one at the RSL (for returned service men and women) Club caught my eye. Continue reading The Southern Bell Frog
Autumn 2018 Just south of Clare in South Australia is the Sevenhills Jesuit Vineyard with its imposing church and somewhat incongruous religious statues dotted amongst the vines and gum trees. In the nearby village we enjoy a quiet drink at … Continue reading Sevenhills