Book review of a historical crime novel that has similarities to the murder of prostitutes in Victorian England by the infamous Jack the Ripper, but is also a social history of women in colonial Melbourne.
Political controversy continues about building Tasmania's third stadium at Hobart's Macquarie Point, a monument to the AFL that the majority of Tasmanians have consistently said they don't want and which they know is unaffordable at a time when public services are at crisis point. Yes to a team, No to a new stadium.
North-west Tasmania's branch of the Fellowship of Australian Writers' latest anthology collection is called 'Strange and Marvellous Things' and it showcases the talent of some lesser-known Tasmanian writers. The cover is the best yet, in my opinion. And some of my (mostly political) poems are included.
Tasmania's wild and windy weather has been more severe than usual this October, making dog walking more of a challenge, and less pleasurable than usual.
Spring cleaning our walk-in pantry and having a clear out of stuff while doing so. A task that's been delayed due to having a broken wrist.
The book is written, now it's a question of attracting a publisher.
Letter to editors about Tasmania's recent state election, and minority government
For 12 years Tasmanians steadfastly opposed the building of a pulp mill in the Tamar Valley. The campaign was long and hard and took its tioll, but the community won it. This book is their story.
A lovely small tree that comes into its own each autumn with a vibrant seasonal display of colour.
One of the many alternative options to avoid watching Budget Night on television that successfully combines a creative commitment with conviviality and food.
Hunting for Easter eggs might be a thing, but when free range bantams decide to lay their eggs away from the chook house, finding them can be a problem.
Harvest Market at Windermere in the Tamar Valley means it's also time for residents to show their creative side in the annual scarecrow competition