After watching 'Snatched' I felt like I wanted my money back ... it was that bad. Okay, there were a couple of good lau... [more]
Easter is a particularly crafty time of year. There are Easter hats to make, Easter treats to cook, and Easter eggs to p... [more]
I am reviewing this film as a movie in its own right and not related to the video game of the same name. Although it is... [more]
My family of five stayed at the "Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort" at 25-29 Shute Harbour Rd, Cannonvale QLD, for five n... [more]
We drove to Airlie Beach from the Sunshine Coast during the December school holidays 2016 and decided to visit Daydream ... [more]
It's been a long wait, but Humans, Season 2, is finally screening in Australia on ABC 2. While I waxed lyrical about th... [more]
I am a fan of Tom Cruise's work, and while the first 'Jack Reacher' film had an interesting plot fuelled by suspense and... [more]
Ceramics is one of those crafts where the beauty is definitely in the detail. Different types of clay can be sculptured... [more]
When was the last time you indulged in a sophisticated seafood buffet? Mine was a few years back at the Stamford in Syd... [more]
The Sunshine Coast Fashion Festival is Queensland's only established fashion festival with international recognition. N... [more]
Sometimes the best fun is free, and if that's the case then Sunshine Plaza is the place to be this school holidays.
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Crystals are amazing. The sheer variety found in Australia is astounding. It has even been said that crystals are consid... [more]
Whilst Peregian Springs residents have a Coles at their local shopping centre, and Coolum residents have a Coles and Woo... [more]
Owning a pet is a big responsibility but if you are in a position to buy a pet, then I suggest attending The Big Adopt O... [more]
Wandering through the Sunday markets, I noticed a stall selling wooden framed dream catchers. But they were too small f... [more]
The second annual Maroochy Music and Visual Arts Festival is on Saturday10th September at the former Horton Park Golf Co... [more]
Ceramics was my favourite subject in high school. I studied it from year 7 to 10, learnt many different techniques and ... [more]
Thinking about where to take the kids for some fun entertainment this weekend? Peregian Beach Community Kindergarten ho... [more]
Calling all dads with green thumbs! Noosa Botanic Gardens Plant Fair is on Sunday 4th September from 9am. Last year ov... [more]
French foods (especially desserts) have always been a favourite of mine. There may not be many French restaurants on th... [more]
Put your clogs on and tip toe through the tulips at the 63rd Tesselaar Tulip Festival during 8th September through to th... [more]
There are many types of humour. But Sacha Baron Cohen always seems to go for shock value. Grimsby (2016, rated MA ... [more]
Looking for something different to entertain the kids these school holidays? Well, if your kids are fans of the Hotel T... [more]
Does your teenager love art and skating? Why not combine both! Brisbane street artist and designer Kasper is back with... [more]
People who live on the Sunshine Coast think that it is the best place to live - and they're not wrong! There are some th... [more]
Who likes coffee and cinnamon donuts? OK, so cinnamon may not be your favourite, but it's warm and sweet enough to make... [more]
One of the joys of being a chocolate lover is eating dessert at San Churro Chocolateria. The eye-popping menu of exotic... [more]
Anyone who has ever spent a holiday on the Sunshine Coast knows all about the best things that the Sunshine Coast has to... [more]
The bi-annual Windsor Gem and Mineral Fair is on again! This winter it is a two day event held on Saturday18th and Sund... [more]
The 3rd Grafton Gem and Craft Show is a major fundraising event for the Grafton Scout group. This year it is being held ... [more]
The Byron Bay Gems, Rocks and Jewellery Show is being held over two days on the 18th and 19th June 2016, so you will hav... [more]
How many of you still enjoy classical music? When was the last time you went to a classical concert? If you love orches... [more]
The New Age industry has exploded with a mass of new products and modalities. If you are spiritually-minded and keen to... [more]
A buffet is my favourite foodie adventure because I don't have to commit to just one dish from a menu. I can eat as much... [more]
Stories and fables have the ability to embody universal truths through archetypes. You only have to read the now classi... [more]
I love a good book, don't you? At university I spent years reading books and journals for assignments and essays. Befo... [more]
The Big 4 North Star is located on the beautiful Tweed Coast at Hastings Point, NSW. My family of five stayed there for... [more]
Centuries ago, kings and queens feasted buffet-style daily. Today, buffets can be enjoyed by everyone. It's got nothing... [more]
Spectre (2015) is the twenty-fourth James Bond film starring Daniel Craig (in his fourth performance) as James Bond, Ev... [more]
Bromeliads are a family of plants with over 3000 species. Most are native to the tropical Americas. The Bromeliad fami... [more]
The Beaudesert Districts Orchid and Foliage Society was established on 23rd March 1982. Its aim was to raise awareness ... [more]
Rock hounds will be out in force at this year's Glen Innes and District Services Club's Minerama Show which is held over... [more]
The Martian (2015) is a science-fiction space movie starring Matt Damon and is based on a novel by Andy Weir. The film ... [more]
Every year since 1983 the North Brisbane Lapidary Club hosts a Gem festival on the first weekend in March. It's the per... [more]
It's no secret that Queenslanders love their gardens! Growing beautiful and exotic plants is extremely rewarding. A su... [more]
The Transporter Refueled (2015) is an action/adventure revenge movie rated MA 15. I have to admit that after watching... [more]
The Australian Leisure and Hospitality Group has announced February 2016 as Senior's Season and is offering money-saving... [more]
In their original environments, Begonia species identify with tropical and subtropical areas of the world, including So... [more]
When you think of Valentine's Day what do you think about? Flowers, chocolates, jewellery, a weekend away? As this Val... [more]
Rupert Friend stars in this movie as Agent 47 and with his shaven head reminds me of Orlando Bloom - but his uncanny res... [more]
Black Art White Walls is a new exhibition showcasing a collection of 60 diverse indigenous works of art at Caloundra Reg... [more]
The Goosebumps movie was a hit with my family. Unfortunately it was a little too scary for my six year old who covered ... [more]
Normally I write about family events, but you have to be 18 or over to attend this one on Saturday 23rd January at Miami... [more]
