Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
When I was about four years old my parent took me to the Drive In to see ET. It was so much fun. We ate popcorn and drank coke before digging into some dinner mum and packed for the occasion. My brother and I fell asleep shortly into the second movie (from memory it was The …
Theatre holds a special place in my heart. As a teenager I would save up my allowance to buy tickets to whatever show was in session. I loved the thrill of a live performance which, in my opinion, is much better than any 3D production screening at the cinemas. It’s real. I’m easily drawn into …
My family and I spend more time at Cronulla beach in summer than anywhere else. Manly has been left largely unexplored so when I won tickets to Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary we planned a whole day adventure. The drive itself, across the harbour bridge and then Spit Bridge, almost made the trip special all by itself. But then …
Growing up in the ’80s it was fairly hard to not know Midnight Oil. They were, for many of us, the band of the moment with some incredibly powerful songs. They were huge political activists particularly in aid of anti-nuclear, environmentalist and indigenous causes. I remember my Uncle Alan telling me that my cousin had been pulled up on stage to …
When thinking of a true blue Australian celebrity many of you will instantly think of Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter. His TV shows were an international phenomenon and we loved watching his adventures right up to his tragic death back in 2006. Wife Terri and his children Bindi and Robert have taken the helm of …
Waking up on Sunday morning to a glorious blue sky without a cloud in sight I convinced T that we needed to go on an adventure. I knew just the place having spotted Bare Island repeatedly over summer when we swam at La Perouse. National Parks NSW conducts tours of the site on a Sunday which made …
Last week we were blessed to receive 4 tickets from The Rotary Club of Bondi Junction to Circus Quirkus – www.circusquirkus.com.au. I was a little apprehensive about an evening out on a school night but quickly convinced myself that such experiences need to be snatched up when they come our way. With the start time listed as 6.00 …
With my parents up in Sydney to visit the grandkids before travelling to Europe we decided the Powerhouse Museum would be a great place to vista considering it was miserable outside. The kids always like the hands on offerings across the many levels and I knew it would provide an opportunity for everyone to interact. The …
Last week I received a nomination for a Liebster Blogging Award. Oh the thrill. It brought a smile to my face. I’m still a little giddy. I have finally found a moment to read each question and provide a response. I hope you enjoy the read What is your favourite memory from travelling with your …
Earlier this week I wrote about our adventures at Rookwood Cemetery. With such a vast area to cover and only an afternoon to explore we focused on the Catholic section and made a promise to return. I think that is going to happen a little earlier than I anticipated with news of a fantastic opportunity …
Since I could walk, I have explored cemeteries across Australia with mum. We particularly like old cemeteries and those with points of difference like the one in Macedon, Victoria that has the most beautiful sculptor above the grave. So when my Mum and Dad drove up from Melbourne to visit my family before flying …
Sydney isn’t exceptionally warm in Spring. It’s also not that cold. With nothing planned on a lazy Sunday morning, I decided to be a little spontaneous and take the kids to Cronulla so we could walk the Dog Walk and perhaps spot a dolphin or two. I was surprised to find parking right next to Cronulla Park. …
Just after his seventh birthday, Master R declared that he was now too old for birthday parties and would be quite happy with a ‘get together’ in the future. Perplexed by this, I asked him what he meant. He informed me that older kids invite a few friends around for a chat and drinks. As …