As my genealogical information reveals, Lismore has been the hometown for various members of my family for about 100 years. Although I’ve been living away, effectively, since the end of high school, it’s still home. “Do you still have family there?”, people will often ask me. The answer is YES, LOTS. My plan is retire home to Lismore sometime in the next 5-10 years.
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”
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.”
“They’re a bunch of troublemakers” was the phrase used by the father of the artist Jennifer Herd, warning her about joining the Aboriginal Arts Collective, ProppaNOW. Other artists present at … Read the rest “They’re a bunch of trouble makers!”
Visiting the Wilsons River in Lismore, my hometown in Northern NSW, always stirs up a mix of emotions. I remember a time in my childhood when the river was a … Read the rest “Mixed feelings about the river”
My niece recently made a fleeting appearance on the local Lismore TV news, photographed with a self-proclaimed “billionaire” who was handing out cash vouchers at the supermarket, I’d never heard … Read the rest “The news from Lismore”
Lismore has long had a reputation for its big heart, but exploring it from a new perspective – thanks to my sister’s mobility scooter – really drove home how special … Read the rest “Lovemore”
Lismore’s “Back Alley Gallery” has transformed a once dormant space into a beloved Lismore landmark. This vibrant outdoor gallery showcases an eclectic collection of street art, adding a unique charm … Read the rest “Back Allery Gallery in Lismore (via…
When considering the world’s most iconic Christmas trees, some instantly come to mind: the dazzling spectacle at Rockefeller Center, the festive charm of Covent Garden’s centerpiece, the elegant display at … Read the rest “The unique Christmas Trees of Lismore”