I am an aging Hore who now lives in Kingaroy. I am a minimalist, environmentalist plus a few more "ists". I'm part of the movement to address the growing plight of senior homeless women.
A friend introduced me to dehydrating and I was immediately sold on the concept. I purchased a dehydrator not really kno... [more]
I mostly travel by myself with minimal luggage but I found regular travel accommodation made traveling a wee bit expensi... [more]
If you are planning on driving along the Bunya Highway in QLD, make sure your timing includes a stop off at Pips' N' Che... [more]
Bell is such a small town on the Bunya Highway that if you blink, you would miss it! Now that would be such a shame. Tur... [more]
Awesome, spectacular, unexpected, breathtaking are some of the superlatives that come to mind when visiting Warrick Gard... [more]
No visit to Toowoomba is complete without a visit to Picnic Point. In the suburb of Rangeville, only a short drive from ... [more]
Are you a woman on their own who likes camping? Are you a single mum who likes to take her kids camping? Do you have pet... [more]
The dam is named after the deceased QLD state premier, Sir Bjelke-Petersen. He lived in the area and was fiercely pro-de... [more]
In the countryside, halfway between Nanango and Kingaroy, there is a delightful place called Beurah. It's a small privat... [more]
While out investigating the Gordonbrook Dam, I came across the Memerambi Plant Nursery with its cottage garden and plant... [more]
Meringandan is a wee Queensland country town dominated by its hotel. Only about five minutes drive from Highfield's shop... [more]
I have often driven past this beautiful cuckoo shop in Carbarlah but finally, I had the time to stop and visit. Called "... [more]
Over the years I have driven past the city of Gympie several times but I have never stopped or even had the time to do s... [more]
I met Howard and Carole at the Wamuran markets where they sell their delicious honey. They have an interesting display o... [more]
On the fourth Saturday of each month, except December, Wamuran, which is 10kms from Caboolture, has a lovely small relax... [more]
In Bongaree on Bribie Island, you will find a contemporary museum showing the fascinating history of the people of Bribi... [more]
Caboolture Markets, at the showgrounds every Sunday and since 1979, has developed into the largest market in South East ... [more]
Wamuran has never had access to a good pizza. All that changed in June with the arrival of Deadwood Pizza. A very enterp... [more]
While driving down Oval Ave in Caloundra, I noticed The Hub Shared Space. Wanting to know more, I stopped by on my retur... [more]
Hidden away in Earl St in Tewantin is a very exciting community project, the community garden. On the land, there is a b... [more]
Located right in the heart of Wondai at the roundabout, in the old railway house, is the Wondai Reginal Art Gallery. Lik... [more]
Moore, on the D'Aguliar Highway, is an interesting wee town mainly dominated by cafes for the passing trade. A great sto... [more]
Hidden in a wee lane in Kingaroy is a delightful authentic Italian restaurant. I am new to Kingaroy and only found it as... [more]
Attached to the Kingaroy Visitors Centre, which is opposite the town's famous peanut silos, is a very interesting museum... [more]
Blackbutt is well known for its award-winning bakery, but right next door is the delightful Janet Skinner Gallery. Set i... [more]
Kingaroy is very famous for peanuts. The Peanut Van was established in 1969 and can be found at 77 Kingaroy St. You can'... [more]
On your way out west along the D'Aguliar Highway, you will pass through Nanango. However please stop and look closer. Yo... [more]
This amazing place is so much more than a lavender farm. Located on the D'Aguliar highway before you reach Kingaroy, thi... [more]
Red Collar Rescue Inc is based nearby Bundaberg and their sole mission is to rescue dogs from death row and create an aw... [more]
Yoko offers Sound Healing with Japanese singing bowls called Singing Ring, which is said to be the miracle healing instr... [more]
Such a stunning spot right on the border of QLD and NSW. During these stressful times, Point Danger is an excellent choi... [more]
If the worst does happen and you find yourself confined to home, some good reading will help pass the time. So be prepar... [more]
Minjungbal museum is easy to find. Well signposted just before Tweed City shopping Mall. The grounds surrounding the mus... [more]
Every day, way too much old furniture finds itself in the landfill. We all know its such a waste, but we don't know what... [more]
On the road out of Crows Nest heading towards Toowoomba, you will find a large very welcoming tourist/caravan park. The ... [more]
As you leave Crows Nest towards Toowoomba, there is an interesting and delightful small park, "Bullocys Rest" on your le... [more]
At Golden Beach shopping centre, there is a gem. For those who wish to eat good fresh healthy food that does not contain... [more]
No visit to Crows Nest is complete without a visit to their iconic soft drink shop/factory. Established in 1903, it has ... [more]
Being gluten-free is bad enough, but trying to find delicious gluten-free food is always a challenge. However for Sunshi... [more]
It's lovely to come across a community-friendly cafe. The Yes Grill Cafe at Stocklands Shopping centre, Caloundra, right... [more]
For many years, I have been going to nail salons to have a pedicure. I move around a lot in my job, so I don't have a fa... [more]
Are you looking for some creative fun bundled in with personal insight? Check this out.
Art Therapy classes held at ... [more]
William Ricketts Sanctuary includes 1.7 hectares of an outdoor gallery, featuring 92 ceramic sculptures of Aboriginal pe... [more]
For a country dining experience, you cannot beat, go to The Place 2 B at D'Aguilar. On your way west, towards Kilcoy, tu... [more]
I was very impressed with the Manly markets which are held every Sunday. Not overcrowded, mostly under cover of the wond... [more]
My happy place is always at the jetty at Bongaree on Bribie Is. It really does not matter what time of the day I visit, ... [more]
Macrame has reentered our lives lately. Anne, who owns Get Knotted on the Gold Coast creates wonderful examples of the a... [more]
A visit to Redland Bay is not complete without a ferry ride around the four nearby Islands. Russell and Macleay Island a... [more]
While visiting Brisbane City, I accidentally came across a food-only market in Cathedral Square opposite St Stephens Cat... [more]
In Kilcoy, a smallish country town inland from Caboolture you will find a lot of cultural interest.
Situated in Yowie... [more]
Recycling is a big buzz word in our lives today. I have been a keen recycler as long as I can remember but on a recent v... [more]
Formally the home of the Nestle condensed milk packing facility, built in 1896 the Concencery in Toogoolawah has a rich ... [more]
Recently I took a short road trip inland from Caboolture. One of my nights was spent at Toogoolawah, which is only 20 mi... [more]
Wow, what a find! A spacious 5-star apartment that sleeps six, on the 30th floor, right in the heart of the city of Bris... [more]
This is a beautiful park in Wamuran. As you go over the bridge going into Wamuran, it's off to the right, but slopes dow... [more]
Until it closed in 1964, there was a railway line from Caboolture to Wamuran. Its purpose was to bring produce from the ... [more]
My first visit to the Beerwah Hotel was on a Monday evening for a birthday dinner celebration. Initially, I was very sur... [more]
Do you want water views, outdoor ambience, beside the marina, lush gardens and delicious food? You can have all this and... [more]
This bakery is extremely popular with both locals and regular visitors to the area. Being across the road from the stati... [more]
The tourist information centre is situated in Settlers Rotary park right in the middle of Glass House Mountains village.... [more]