An expat Brit in South Australia
The town of Orange (locals call it a small city) in New South Wales lies to the west of Sydney, beyond the Blue Mountains. Originally noted for its orchards: apples, stone fruits and cherries (but not the eponymous fruit), the region now specialises in grapes and wine production and has become something of a foodie
Just 6 km across Sydney Harbour from the CBD (Central Business District) lies the genteel suburb of Balmain. The area has come a long way since its pre-colonial use as a kangaroo hunting ground, a nineteenth century working class industrial hub, and the birthplace of the Australian Labor Party. Workers cottages and terraces are
A Riverland monochrome photo-essay Exploring the River Murray’s might across three states. The great Aussie road trip, especially at Easter as autumn draws in, a last (not really) chance to experience the great outdoors. The roads choke with caravans, campers, 4x4s, boats(!), a convoy of vintage buses, and us. We took a trip through the
Dr D in Oz 