Could I live in Australia or New Zealand?
As we slowly make our way around the world (only one continent unvisited!), we’re paying attention to the places we might want to stay longer and possibly use as a long-term base. We’ll still travel, but at some point I’m sure we’re going to want a place that feels a bit more like “home” where we can both make friends and be part of a local community. We absolutely loved Australia, and we’re enjoying New Zealand so far. But I have to...
Experiencing Australia healthcare
We had been out most of the day trying to celebrate my birthday. For a variety of reasons, it really hadn’t gone all that well. I did have a good birthday lunch, but that was about the nicest thing I could say about “my special day.” I try to be positive, so I focused on the lunch and the time spent with my son. Now we were at home. I was seated by the fireplace messing around on Facebook and enjoying an adult beverage when it...
A step into the past in Ballarat
We’ve spent a good of time taking a step into the past this week, and it’s really been a lot of fun. 1850s Gold Rush Ballarat was the site of Australia’s gold rush in the 1850s. One of the town’s big attractions celebrates that early history. Sovereign Hill is essentially an open-air museum dedicated to re-creating the first decade of the big gold rush. In addition to old-style buildings, all the staff are dressed in period costume....
Southbank: A Great Family Day Out In Brisbane
If you’re looking for somewhere in Brisbane where the whole family can enjoy the day out together then Southbank could be just the place you need!
A fun introduction to Australian animals
We’re currently doing a housesit in a small village outside the medium-sized city of Ballarat. Located just over an hour from the popular city of Melbourne, Ballarat holds a big place in Australia’s history and offers a lot for visitors. When some people heard we were coming here, they were confused. Small towns may not be on most people’s list when they’re traveling, but we love them. And it was here that we had a great introduction...
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