Most of us know someone who has struggled with mental health, be it themselves, a family member, friends or workmates and until recently it was a difficult topic to broach. Thankfully, times are changing and speaking about mental health is no longer […]
Anzac Day is fast approaching. It is one of the most revered days in Australia. Whether you head to the Dawn Service, your local memorial events, view the Anzac Day March and the laying of the wreaths or take the time to […]
The perfect ending to any special occasion is a magnificent cake. When I was growing up wedding cakes were always fruitcake and our special birthday cakes were a sponge filled with cream and strawberries or if we were really lucky a Dolly […]
“If books do have the power to bring people together, this one may work its magic.” Wise words from journalist and writer Juliet Ashton, the delightful main character in the book The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. This well -loved […]
Since I was a little girl I have always loved writing, but until I joined a writing group I had just been scribbling at home alone for years. I was rudderless and directionless. Joining a writing group gave me connection with like […]
Is there anything more beautiful than listening to a choir in full voice? It’s a breathtaking celebration of life and happiness and the power of voices combining. She Society were treated to the uplifting sound of the accomplished Choir-Australian Voices who combined […]
It was the year of Matilda – the giant winking marsupial. It was the year swimmer Tracey Wickham was already a household name and marathon runner Rob de Castella and weightlifter Dean Lukin soon became the names on everyone’s lips. It was […]
Have you ever wondered what is involved in taking a book and making it into a play or film? Why did some people love both “Gone Girl” in book and movie form, but the reception for the screen adaptation of “The Girl […]
I love everything French and some of my most memorable meals have been eaten in lovely and lively French bistros. So when talented chef Americo Fernandes invited She Society to sample some of his modern French canapés, champagne and wine at the […]
It hardly seems a year since one of my favourite Brisbane events- The Alliance Francaise French Film Festival was here. Yet, She Society were treated to a lovely launch and advanced screening to mark the advent of this year’s festival. Palace Cinemas, […]
Local Cake Boss and Sugar Artist -Zoe Byres will be appearing at The International Cake Show Australia in May.The quirky cake artist with the shock of pink hair is instantly recognisable to her many followers and Zoe’s creations have made her an […]
Sadly I can’t play the piano but it is one of the instruments I have always been fascinated by; from the flamboyance of Liberace and Elton John through to memorable scenes in Pretty Woman and The Fabulous Baker Boys, the piano has […]
Last year was a stellar year for the Queensland Theatre and 2018 is off to a cracking start with the opening of the hilarious action rom- com “Black is the New White”. Written by the talented Nakkiah Lui the play, at QPAC […]
Regular readers will remember that I loved the play The Curious Incident of The Dog In The Night-Time when my family went to see it playing on London’s West End. It was modern, relevant and had won a swag of awards so […]
Can you feel it? There’s a change in the air. It’s the women of the world rising up and telling their stories, being there for other women and looking out for each other. Traditions lost are surfacing again; traditions of telling stories […]
Brisbane is a long way from Paris, but with my trusty iPad in hand sitting in my comfy Peter Alexanders I was able to stream the Dior Spring – Summer 2018 Haute Couture Fashion show. This gave me a front row seat, […]
I have just returned from my annual holiday to the Sunshine Coast. It was weeks of pure bliss – spending time with my family, sunshine, swimming , long walks on the beach, cocktails at sunset, scrumptious dinners at the local restaurants, yoga […]
May is one of my favourite months. It’s my birthday month and it’s also Mother’s Day …. and you know what that means… CAKE! This year in Brisbane we will be spoilt for choice with the world’s best cake artists all headed […]
Many of the best books I’ve read this year were written by our home-grown Australian authors. So wherever you’re relaxing this summer, take some time out to enjoy some great Aussie reads. Jane Harper’s ‘The Dry’ was hands down my favourite read […]
It’s no secret that I am a huge fan of a Matt Moran restaurant or venue- ARIA in Sydney and Brisbane are two of my favourite restaurants. I have also whiled away many happy hours with family, friends and overseas visitors at […]
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