Art and Accessibility
I made the most of the glorious Sydney winter sunshine today, getting out and about to enjoy some art, embrace the beach, and even gain a new perspective on accessibility.… Read the rest “Art and Accessibility”
My Hottest 100 Australian Songs
Following on from my “Retrospective ‘Cool'” blog post I thought I’d share some of the Australian songs I truly love. This my alternative “Hottest 100” list, a collection of tracks … Read the rest “My Hottest 100 Australian Songs”
Retrospective “Cool”
It’s a phenomenon I’ve observed with increasing amusement, particularly among my peers who, like me, are nudging the big 6-0. Suddenly, it seems everyone has always possessed an impeccably cool, … Read the rest “Retrospective “Cool””
From ‘Murder Mall’ to Modern Marvel
For the three decades I’ve lived in this area, my local shopping centre in Surry Hills was affectionately, or perhaps ironically, known as the “Murder Mall.” I, however, preferred to … Read the rest “From ‘Murder Mall’ to Modern Marvel”
My old schools: Demolition and Celebration
The other day, while driving around with a colleague, I received a message from Karran, a family member, that demolition has officially begun on South Lismore Public School (SLPS), my … Read the rest “My old schools: Demolition and Celebration”
North Coast Roadtrip
Typically, when I’m in home Lismore, I don’t venture far from town itself, so today’s road trip was a bit out of the ordinary. My friend Jackie and I, who … Read the rest “North Coast Roadtrip”
An unexpected Archibald encounter in Lismore
Even though I typically make it to the Archibald Prize exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales most years, I inexplicably missed it in 2024. I’m not sure … Read the rest “An unexpected Archibald encounter in Lismore”
Two Years On: Reflections on My “Stump-iversary”
Just two years ago, my life took an unexpected turn with the amputation of my lower right limb. Today marks that anniversary, or as I’ve playfully dubbed it, my “stump-iversary.” … Read the rest “Two Years On: Reflections on My…
“Flood Exhibition”: home at last in Lismore.
My own family is featured in four powerful photographs at the “Through The Heart” exhibition, which opened last night at the Lismore Regional Gallery. These aren’t just “disaster … Read the rest ““Flood Exhibition”: home at last in Lismore.”