A few months ago, I found myself in the hospital with a broken hip. I’ll never forget the surprise when someone from the Gerontology Department arrived. I always thought gerontology … Read the rest “Why you should drink Milo”
Until my lower-limb amputation about two years ago, the world of accessible toilets and priority seating wasn’t something I gave much thought to. My journey since then has been a … Read the rest “Phones Down, Look Around”
I wanted to write down the details of a vivid dream I just had, as I thought the experience might be of interest to other amputees. In the dream, I … Read the rest “Amputee Dreams”
Two years ago, I had returned from an overseas holiday with a severe infection that led to the amputation of my lower right leg. To mark the second anniversary, I … Read the rest “Lessons learned from my amputee trip…
I’ve always had mixed feelings about tours that take you to the top of skyscrapers. I discovered years ago in Stockholm, of all places, that the most interesting views are … Read the rest “A Taste of Shanghai”
Our day in Hangzhou, one of China’s renowned tea capitals, began after breakfast with a special visit to a Tea House at Meijiawu Tea Village. This village, nestled in the … Read the rest “Green Tea and West Lake”
Our morning in Wuxi began with a stark reminder of how weather can change even the best-laid plans. It was the final day of the Dragon Boat Festival public holiday, … Read the rest “A rainy day in Wuxi”
I spoke on ABC Radio late tonight from China. As the transcript below explains, the program often features chats with ABC colleagues on their international travel. For my story, there … Read the rest “China on a new footing: My…
Our day was dedicated to exploring Suzhou, a city renowned for its classical gardens and so interlaced with waterways that it’s often called the “Venice of the East.” The morning … Read the rest “But wait, there’s more…”