Each year the Australian Tourism board spends millions of dollars on ads trying to send more overseas tourists our way. The last big campaign involved the movie “Australia” with Hugh Jackman and Nicole Kidman. They built an entire advertising campaign  around the movie but you would have to call it a flop. Now Australian tax [...]

It has been some time since I had the pleasure of visiting Noosa, Australia. Back then I found that it was a trendy town located just 90 minutes north of Brisbane on the Sunshine Coast. The town has a laidback vibe and as such you will find it a great place to relax. The climate [...]

Manly is a sea side suburb of Sydney. It is one of my favourite places to visit in Sydney. I went there many times when I was playing on the pro beach volleyball tour in Australia. The beach is beautiful and is close to nearby shops and attractions. Bondi beach is one of the best [...]

photo of Bondi Beach, Sydney Australia is the place I call home. I love it. Many people I meet who are from other countries say they want to visit. Are you thinking of coming to Australia? Do you have any questions you want answered by a local? Now is a great time to visit. We [...]

Recently on the airwaves here in Canberra there has been quite a bit of discussion about the Canberra Airport. Due to the large number of public servants now working out there the traffic situation has become a major concern. Also finding a taxi from the airport into the city is said to have a negative [...]

In early February we saw one cent airfares for Virgin Blue flights from Sydney to Port Macquarie. They came as the airline launched a new route to Port Macquarie. Tiger Airways have not gone quite so low, however they are offering bargain priced flights from $9.95. Hurry as they went on sale at 6.00pm on [...]

Recently announced budget cuts for the National Capital Authority in Australia has put in doubt some of the events managed by that organisation. The main one on the chopping block is the Australia Day concert held on the lawns of Parliament House. It has been a popular event over recent years with crowds of around [...]

There I was enjoying a good nights sleep in my spacious Novotel Darling Harbour room when I was rudely awakened by a blaring fire alarm. I looked over at the clock and read the numbers, 2.31 am. What was going on? My daughter was feeling a bit anxious about all of this. “Daddy, Daddy what [...]

My family and I have just returned from a weekend in Sydney, Australia. This is one city that I always miss after ending a visit. The main reason I love Sydney is the harbour. It is one of the most beautiful sights in the world. I also love the beaches. Bondi and Manly are world [...]

If you live in Australia or will be visiting in the near future lastminute.com.au have a great hotel deal for you. As was featured on the Getaway show this website is offering up to 75% off 4 and 5 star hotels. The catch is that you don’t know exactly what hotel you are going to [...]