The Farm Byron Bay
When most of us think of a farm, we tend to conjure up thoughts of a rambling homestead in the middle of nowhere, cows, sheep, chooks, tractors and endless paddocks growing something that will probably end up on our plates. There is no disputing that this description is true, but like the old saying, oils […]
Interior Design and Decorating
Whether you’re embarking on a complete home makeover, updating a few rooms or starting from a clean slate for a new build, interior design and decorating can be an exciting and fulfilling experience, yet predictably, not without its challenges too. Planning is key to achieving the outcome you envisage which includes finding the balance between your needs […]
Christmas in Byron Bay
It’s that time of year again when we begin to see Christmas decorations make their appearance in the shops and television ads reminding us of how many days we have left before Santa flies in from the North Pole. Another telltale sign that the festive season is just over the horizon is when people start […]
Byron Writers’ Festival
Scroll down the list of over 140 writers and thinkers appearing at the renowned Byron Writers’ Festival and you will know immediately that the 2019 three day event commencing on Friday 2 August will again be nothing short of inspirational, educational, entertaining and an opportunity to appreciate the power and influence of the written word and those who tell […]
Winter in Byron Bay
If you’re sitting in front of your computer screen with the Winter blues and wishing you were elsewhere, let me suggest that Byron Bay could be that elsewhere, as it’s not only in Summer when this renowned east coast town shines as vibrant as the beacon radiating from its famous lighthouse. Over the next few months, Byron is gearing […]
Byron Farmers’ Market
For me, I just love cooking up a storm in my kitchen, particularly when I’m using quality, fresh locally sourced produce and that’s exactly what you’ll get when you visit the Byron Farmers’ Market (BMF), home to over 70 stall-holders from around the Byron Shire. Since hitting the ground running seventeen years ago, this vibrant not-for-profit […]
Cape Byron Lighthouse
Cape Byron, named by Captain James Cook in honour of fellow British explorer, John Byron, is home to Australia’s most popular and well known lighthouse. This magnificent white, concrete block structure was built by Charles Assinder Harding and opened in 1901. Its cylindrical tower and lantern stands an imposing 23 metres aloft the rocky terrain on […]
The best of Byron walking tracks
If we were playing a word association game and I said Byron Bay you would immediately think of beaches, holidays, paradise and for some, the Hemsworth brothers and in each case you’d be right, but what you need to add to that list is walking tracks and I will tell you why. The town and its surrounding […]
Splendour in the Grass Survival Guide 2017
Survival Guide It’s winter again, and that can only mean one thing for festival goers. Splendour in the Grass 2017. You’ve finally gotten your hot little hands on those tickets and with an awesome line up this year what could be better. Only a few weeks away Splendour is knocking right at our door. We thought why not give […]
