And so, 2023 has begun! Looking over the past year, for me it’s been a major year of birding. I was re-introduced to the eBird app earlier in 2022 and this time it really clicked. I’d first used it in 2017 – twice, and then promptly forgot about it. But last year, I began to…
Looking for something different as a gift idea?
I’ve uploaded some new images to my Red Bubble account and there is a wide range of things you can purchase: tshirts, aprons, phone covers, pillows, bottles, mugs, hats, prints, posters, coasters, clocks – the list goes on. Why not check it out at the link above?
To Market, To Market
Well, you might not have been off to buy a fat pig, but I hope you like to attend our local markets here in the hills. There’s at least one on every weekend but often two or three. Not sure when or where? Then you really do need to buy my calendars as I have…
2023 Calendar now available
I’m delighted to let you know that the 2023 Dandenong Ranges Calendar is now available for ordering. Orders can be placed here. I will also have, for the first time, a Bird Calendar as well (limited edition). Orders for this one can be placed here. Note, only 5 left before sold out.
Our beloved Puffing Billy
On Facebook, and Instagram, it’s been so wonderful seeing the increased interest in our lovely Puffing Billy Steam Train, particularly from those who don’t live here in Melbourne, Australia. Originally a passenger train in the 1900s, these days it is a tourist attraction and runs every day of the year, excepting Christmas Day. There are…







