Second Hand Store
“Oh my goodness, that looks just like something I made in wordwork class thirty-something years ago” was my first reaction when I saw the shell-covered jewellery box in the second … Read the rest “Second Hand Store”
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Night On The Town
After a week or so in bed, or sitting on the couch, and where my only excitement has been going to hospital and getting my bandages done, it was time … Read the rest “Night On The Town”
Darlinghurst History Walk
I spent the early part of the day teaching at the Australian Film, Television and Radio School. As part of the lecture I gave, I repeated the mantra, “there are … Read the rest “Darlinghurst History Walk”
Walk On The Wild Side
I spent most of the afternoon on a walking tour called, “Slurry Hills and Razorhurst”, presented by Mark Dunn President of the History Council and organised by 702 ABC Sydney. … Read the rest “Walk On The Wild Side”
Living History
You know you’re starting to get old when you begin to hear yourself say things like, “Oh yes, I remember when that happened” and… “Oh that used to be so-and-so … Read the rest “Living History”
Mardi Gras History Walk
I went on the Mardi Gras History Walk today, organised annually by the Sisters Of Perpetual Indulgence. This year’s walk focussed on the historical association of gays and lesbians with … Read the rest “Mardi Gras History Walk”