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Leaning into the language of communities
How do you find the language to inspire, lead and communicate change? Most of my days are spent at my desk grappling with that question as I wrangle words for not-for-profits and social causes. I write for organisations who make a difference, creating...
Good for the tribe – Adventure Kids Festival
Take a car-load of mountain bikes, hiking gear, munchies and a sense of adventure - throw it all in the car with a few excited squids and parents keen for a break - then point your car to the high country and you have one happy tribe. We are off to the...
I spy Junior Ranger fun on our parks this Easter
When your dad is a park ranger, it's inevitable you're going to grow up enjoying your fair share of environmental holiday activities. My squids are veterans of the Junior Ranger programs in national parks all over Australia. And you can get your enviro-kid fix too...
Junior Rangers enjoy natural playgrounds
When your dad is a park ranger, it's inevitable you're going to grow up enjoying your fair share of environmental holiday activities. My squids are veterans of the Junior Ranger programs in national parks all over Australia. And you can get your enviro-kid fix too...
Kids Teaching Kids and inspiring grown ups too
I've often thought that all you really need to start off on the journey of becoming an environmentalist is simply your curiosity. You could probably take a whole swag of accessories too, but if you simply stepped outside into your very neighbourhood, and took some...
Stars in the sky and on the screen
The great Ingmar Bergman once said “No art passes our conscience in the way film does, and goes directly to our feelings, deep down into the dark rooms of our souls.” The dark rooms of our souls will certainly be illuminated in the company of (screen and sky) stars...
Lantasia lights the way for families to the Mornington Peninsula
Boneo Maze’s inaugural lantern festival LANTASIA has delighted visitors to the Mornington Peninsula this summer. It's Uno's Garden meets an Enid Blyton land of make believe. We've followed the glow of the lanterns and had a gorgeous time exploring this...
Humanimals enchants kids in Rye
If a stick insect donned a top hat and a cane, of course he would tap dance. And naturally a hippopotamus would hang in a hop-hop crew. Jason Coleman is at it again. He has written and directed another divine song and dance show – this time catering...
Rye is dazzled by urban theatre
As a kid I had my share of tredding the boards at the local theatre. I never made it to the lead role – I was usually cast as the ‘character’ or anything involving a liberal serve of musical ham – think Eliza Doolittle’s Dad in Pygmalion, the Girl Who Couldn’t Say...
Hands-on, minds-on Peninsula park fun
I love nothing more than a good romp in the outdoors with the squids over summer. My pick for top local outdoor play and learn spaces are the Junior Ranger programs at Mornington Peninsula National Park, Point Nepean National Park, Coolart Wetlands and Historic...
I’m a finalist in the Flying Solo Awards
Hold on to your beach towels! I made the cut! I have just been announced as a Finalist in the Work Stylist category for the Flying Solo small business awards. Not only was this such a wonderful process to go through in entering the Flying Solo awards, but I've also...
Big bolshie bloggers brunch
Tomorrow I’m off to a big bolshie bloggers brunch in the big smoke. Being an alliteration junkie, I was a little bit thrilled to see the theme of the day is “Passion, People and Purpose”. Oooooh .... I’ve come over all she sells seashells by the sea...
Will work for money – the freelancer files
I may be the first freelancer you’ve worked with, or perhaps you’re a seasoned veteran. Whatever the case, I work with passion and professionalism, I work with integrity and intelligence, and I work to pay the bills. I’m sure you do too. Over the years I’ve had the...
10 things to tell a high school graduate
It’s that time of year in Australia when the high school bell rings for the last time for students as they face VCE exams, finding a job or that puzzling question “What do I do now”. Here’s 10 things I’d like to share:- 1. Take the time to thank your...
Connecting our teens with mindfulness
We all need to press that pause button and just be. And our kids need it most of all. Peninsula youth and their families will take time out together soon to enjoy well-being workshops, empowering guest speakers and live music right here on our Mornington...
A fresh Peninsula perspective on health
The annual Peninsula Health and Sustainability Expo offers a fresh perspective on health and well-being practices on the Mornington Peninsula, with a particular focus on helping people pause to try out mindfulness techniques. Now in its 5th year,...
Making your media release work for you
OK, you’re on fire with a media idea but don’t know where to start. Media Releases are an effective way to make an announcement or inform the media on something you think is worth telling. Before you press the send button on your media release however, it’s...
How I learnt to just go with my awesome
Usually when I hear the expressions “Game Changer” and “You are Awesome” my wank-o-meter goes off the charts. But that all changed last week. I stepped onto a “Game Changer” trampoline and baby I’m bouncing. I signed up for a workshop out of mere curiosity...
Listen to your mother
Let me just start by saying that my mother will probably be horrified to read this sentimental Mother’s Day blog, serving up family folklore and declaring her as sage and wise. But she is – I probably don’t tell her enough. Quite frankly, how many daughters caught...
Connecting kids with ANZAC stories
No matter your war, your story mattered This week marks 100 years since Australian’s first landed in Gallipoli, and our nation pauses to commemorate the legacy of war. Growing up I always felt a little lost at ANZAC Day amongst the flag waving and medal...
Super Charge Your Social Media Content
If you've been staring at the keyboard wondering what to post on your latest facebook feed, or you don't know your algorithms from your instagram hashtags ... salvation is at hand! It's time to take charge of your social media and communicate confidently with your...