James O'Brien

James O'Brien

Born: Lismore / Widjabul Wia-Bal - Bundjalung Live : Sydney / Gadigal - Eora Also : Brisbane, Bourke, Renmark, Wagga, Perth Pronouns : He/him/his.

Barbara Morrison

Barbara Morrison has performed with a virtual “who’s who” of the Jazz and the Blues worlds including legends, Dizzy Gillespie, James Moody, Ron Carter, Etta James, Esther Phillips, David T. … Read the rest “Barbara Morrison”

Swimming Pool

On Friday night, Colin and I went to see the final night of the Sydney Film Festival, a screening of “Cracker Bag” and “The Swimming Pool” Cracker Bag is a … Read the rest “Swimming Pool”

Historic Pubs of Sydney

Built in 1842 by George Paton, using convict labor, the Hero of Waterloo is one of Sydney’s oldest hotel buildings, although it wasn’t licensed as a hotel until 1845. Although … Read the rest “Historic Pubs of Sydney”

Busy Social Week

It’s Friday night or Saturday morning actually. There’s AFL on television. I’ve just been out to see a band, called “The Winters” play and I’m wide awake. It’s been a … Read the rest “Busy Social Week”

Macchiato or Methadone?

It’s been a pretty amazing week with lots of people in town for a work-related conference resulting in a big night out on both Tuesday and Wednesday. On Tuesday night, … Read the rest “Macchiato or Methadone?”

Lawn Bowls, Art & The Easter Show

It’s Sunday night. I’ve just spent an hour or so updating things on the Hawkesbury Website, including writing up the minutes of this evening’s meeting. I’ve also just read the … Read the rest “Lawn Bowls, Art & The Easter…