I went on the Mardi Gras History Walk today, organised annually by the Sisters Of Perpetual Indulgence. This year’s walk focussed on the historical association of gays and lesbians with … Read the rest “Mardi Gras History Walk”
I’ve just returned from a 24-hour whirlwind trip to Canberra. Although my main intent was to attend the opening night of “Don’s Party” directed by my friend Colin for Canberra … Read the rest “Canberra”
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New Norcia is unique in Australia: it’s a village founded and mostly inhabited by a group of Benedictine Monks. Yes, Benedictine Monks, who settled the community in 1846. Why? … Read the rest “New Norcia”
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”
Goat Island, which is located west of the Harbour Bridge near Balmain: was once the headquarters for the Sydney Water Police; was once the principal gunpowder store for NSW; and … Read the rest “Goat Island”
It’s Saturday night. I’ve just had a lovely afternoon eating, drinking and walking with John around Newtown, discovering things about the suburb I hadn’t previously known.For example, we paid a … Read the rest “Love Cemeteries”