Juanita Nielsen Walking Tour
“I never knew about the dossiers”, I told friends as we sat and enjoyed a beer at the iconic “Bourbon and Beefsteak” in Sydney’s Kings Cross last night.
History
I really like history, learning about it, and documenting what I know.
History and Food
You know you’re having a good time when you ask a friend what the time is, and at first neither of you is really sure. You’ve been together since 11 … Read the rest “History and Food”
Lismore Flood Stories
Every year in my hometown (Lismore) there are at least one or two occasions when the Wilson’s River floods.
The earliest “big flood” I recall was in March 1974 (when … Read the rest “Lismore Flood Stories”
Parbury Ruins
The last couple of days in Sydney have been extremely warm, with temperatures in the mid-30s. Today was a terrific day to head underground, to visit a place with a … Read the rest “Parbury Ruins”
Old Darlinghurst Gaol
Even though I’ve been to the National Art School on countless occasions, and I’ve been on several history walks which have touched on its history as East Sydney Tech College, … Read the rest “Old Darlinghurst Gaol”
Chippendale Historical Walk
“Is this place up for sale?”, a bloke asked the tour group leader. With his slurred speech, he appeared to have already had “a few”. “No, I’m not a real … Read the rest “Chippendale Historical Walk”