Please join me as I discover and review interesting events, fascinating places, culinary expeditions and obscure adventures!
For a tasty sweet or savoury meal, you really cannot go past visiting the wonderful Pancake Parlour in Doncaster whi... [more]
For a few months now, the playground area at Healesville's popular Queens Park has been in the process of a complete... [more]
This fantastic exhibition of artworks is presented by Nillumbik 2018 VCE Art and Studio Arts Students.
This e... [more]
Comedy Good Time! is a part of the renowned Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2019 and it sure is Good Time Value!... [more]
For one of the sweetest morning or afternoon teas in Healesville, I would strongly suggest that you make a visit to Habi... [more]
It is that time of year again - the season of Easter egg hunting and all of the wonderful fun which of course comes... [more]
Mmm...Chocolate!
Upon your entry into the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery you are welcomed with an offer... [more]
Are you always on the lookout for wonderful places to take your furry friends to have a run, or a leisurely walk if ... [more]
Looking for a little day trip to the Yarra Valley and love flowers? Perhaps meet some beautiful alpacas up close?
The... [more]
Lunch Box by Pete Evans
Looking for some new healthy lunch box options to keep everyone happy? Then this is the... [more]
The annual Healesville Community Carols are happening again this year and being held at Queens Park. There will be foo... [more]
It is that time of year again already - 'tis the season to be jolly and admire the multitude of the Christmas activi... [more]
It's almost the summer holidays, otherwise also known as the perfect time for a road trip! The township of Healesville h... [more]
St Brigid's Primary School are having an Art Fair and competition showing their students fantastic artwork.
As well a... [more]
If you are looking for an interesting and entertaining read or two to get you through the summer holidays, then look no ... [more]
Each year the Art students of Healesville High School have their variety of works displayed at the Art Factory exhibitio... [more]
The Yarra Valley is well known as winery country. And this year to mark the end of the yearly harvest and winter prunin... [more]
It is almost that fun, but somewhat spooky, season of the year full of trick or treating and Halloween festivities.
... [more]
John Wood and Don Bridges star in The Dumb Waiter at Chapel Off Chapel, which is running for one week only, beginning wi... [more]
I was in the Lennox St, Richmond area and just wanted a quick coffee and bite to eat.
I was in luck as I came across ... [more]
It is almost that season in which we all venture outside a little more - Spring! The sun, the flowers, the breeze and t... [more]
To enjoy an interesting example of one of Melbourne's "must see and do" experiences, then, in my opinion, you should boo... [more]
We were initially drawn to the historic Young and Jackson Hotel in Melbourne to see the world-famous iconic painting "Ch... [more]
There is no need to brave the cold this Winter, just to find an entertaining activity - just rug up inside your nice toa... [more]
Healesville's Beechworth Bakery is running its popular annual 10 Cent Beesting Sale for one week only.
This speci... [more]
For a hot, delicious and healthy lunch you can't go past ordering the toasted Rustica Focaccia at the Centreview Cafe, w... [more]
Are you looking for a unique experience to try out? Then how about a Food and Wine festival located at the popular Heal... [more]
What an interesting concept - the combining magic and comedy while being naked!
The Naked Magicians consist of Mi... [more]
Why not treat Mum to something a little different this coming Mother's Day?
The Yarra Valley Railway in Heale... [more]
Did you know that eucalyptus leaves can create various shades of dye?
I actually didn't and I am happy to have l... [more]
This Autumn you cannot go wrong visiting the Growing Friends Fantastic Autumn Plant Sale at the Royal Botanic Gardens in... [more]
If you are looking for some fabulous fun activities this Easter, then the Yarra Valley Railway's Easter Extravaganza wil... [more]
For some fabulous free family fun with entertainment and activities, please come along to Kallista Primary School's Kall... [more]
One of the ultimate highlights of visiting the Upper Yarra Valley includes the must see magnificent Blue Lotus Water... [more]
Are you looking for an interesting activity to partake in while visiting the beautiful Yarra Valley? Would you like to e... [more]
What is the best thing to complement an outdoor film festival showcasing some fabulous short films? How about local ... [more]
La Vie Dans Une Marionette - (Life in a Puppet) is running for a limited season at the Arts Centre Melbourne in the ... [more]
The Greatest Love of All - The Whitney Houston Show is a tribute show dedicated to the talent and music of the late Whi... [more]
If you are looking for a free family fun afternoon or night out, then please check out this extravaganza on offer at the... [more]
Nestled in amongst the Chirnside Park Estate is this quiet little reserve and playground, which is situated just off... [more]
Happy New Year - 2018 is here!
If you have made some resolutions for the new year and need some assistance implementi... [more]
Amongst the hustle and bustle of busy Oakleigh South in Melbourne's South East, we discovered this cute little Park ... [more]
ABBA are Agnetha, Bjorn, Benny and Anni-Frid (Frida).
This groovy foursome were undoubtedly one of the biggest ph... [more]
This festive season is the perfect opportunity to make time and have yourselves a merry little wander up the Main St... [more]
What could be more fabulous than eating your favourite burger? Well, how about a burger festival with a large selection ... [more]
It is that festive time of year, when the harmonies of Christmas carols sound through the air at, well, most places you ... [more]
With Summer fast approaching, it is the perfect time to organise your Summer reads.
My recommendations for this Summe... [more]
As any avid gardener would know, succulents are one of the most hardy and easy to grow plant variety available. If y... [more]
The hills of the Yarra Valley were blessed on the 18th November, 2017 by the presence of the very talented Stevie Nicks ... [more]
Pink Stumps Day is an annual fundraising event organised by the McGrath Foundation to raise money with the intention of ... [more]
Veda Botanica is a beautiful florist and giftware store located in the heart of the Main Street of Healesville, whic... [more]
The Wandin Rotary Custom Cars & Bike Shows will be held late this year and earlier next year during the warmer month... [more]
Have you tried anything like this before?
This is the "Hulk Smash" Burger from Monroe's Burgers and Beers in Healesvi... [more]
Are you looking for something fun, exciting and different which is suitable for families, friends and couples alike?... [more]
Croydon is an outer east suburb of Melbourne, approximately 33 kilometres from the CDB. It is not far from the entry po... [more]
If you are looking for a one-stop shop which sells antiques, vintage collectables and brand new items, then Market F... [more]
The family-friendly film "The Lego Batman Movie" will be shown at a FREE film screening night at the Liberty Family Chur... [more]
Situated in the heart of the lovely picturesque town of Healesville, sits the 130 plus-year-old historical hotel known ... [more]
It is almost that time of year for Healesville to come alive with their annual Healesville Music Festival.
This event... [more]
