Ninety five years ago, Queensland, as is the case today, was in the grip of a devastating drought which was crippling farmers. A report in the North Queensland Register newspaper of the day said “the continued dry weather is causing the gravest […]
Bill Lucky is a London gangster with a string of international pawn shops. He’s teamed up with a Chinese triad to conceal illegal casinos. He’s infiltrated Melbourne and watch out folks, he’s now come to Brisbane. So goes the fictional story created […]
Toowoomba is getting ready and will be in full bloom for the ten days of the iconic Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers. Heading out to lunch with SheSociety’s Nanny Babe we met a lovely couple from Toowoomba. We began chatting and I asked […]
If you are a fan of ‘House Husbands’, ‘Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries ‘ and ‘Anzac Girls’, as I am, you will instantly recognise the lovely actor – Anna McGahan. You might also know her as Nellie Cameron from ‘Underbelly ‘or Rose Andersen […]
One of the loveliest treats is to enjoy a scrumptious High Tea with friends or family. It always feels quite decadent and has an old world charm. It makes you stop for a while for a spot of conversation, to enjoy exotic […]
Once again Queensland Theatre has gone from strength to strength with a record-breaking season. It is the fastest growing theatre company in Australia, with the greatest gender parity and now a new principal partner – RACQ . Queensland Theatre has also teamed […]
I have long been a fan of Stokehouse Restaurant here in my hometown of Brisbane – the views, executive chef Richard Ousby’s sensational food, the great service and of course, the cocktails at Stoke Bar. So, I was delighted to be invited […]
I love heading along to Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s Launch each year. It’s a chance to hear from the dynamic Alondra de la Parra, to listen to snippets of music from the upcoming season and hear anecdotes about the artists and instruments we […]
Have you ever thought of how your Ekka favourites came to the show? SheSociety rounds up the history of some of the show’s classics. The now symbolic Strawberry Sundae and dagwood dogs were both introduced in the 1950’s and almost 70 years later […]
A traditional welcome to country and smoking ceremony marked the dawning of a new era today (August 8) with the unveiling of a new contemporary name and brand for council’s Lake Kawana Community Centre’s history, now to be known as VENUE 114 […]
#SheSociety rounds up the highlights of what’s new this year at the Ekka! Competition Facilities The CRT Pavillion is the new home for large and small animal breeds during the show, it’s the only building of its kind globally and has been […]
Craig Silvey’s ‘Jasper Jones’ is a much loved coming- of -age novel set in 1960’s Australia. It was a successful 2017 movie and the play Jasper Jones was a sellout hit for the Melbourne Theatre Company in 2016. Talk about a triple […]
It would be hard to find a couple as generous Lyndall and Mick McCormack. Living on a property located on the banks of the Condamine River in Killarney, the couple have a strong passion for live music, arts and culture. Lyndall McCormack […]
Hang out with the Cowboys National Rugby League team , tips from Jonathan Thurston (JT) on my hot lap around the race track, meet cover the three day weekend female drivers who were to line up on the grid for the first […]
John Wood has been a part of the Australian entertainment industry for over 40 years, earning him a long list of credits for varied roles on stage and screen. His TV career was launched in 1976, playing “Sugar Renfrey” in the ABC […]
For those in the know, it’s not surprising that Australian contemporary singer Wendy Matthews jumped at the chance to be part of the coming Joni Mitchell Tribute show with four other award winning Australian female singers. Mitchell, a Canadian-born singer-songwriter, whom AllMusic […]
After a substantial three million dollar renovation, The Greek Club has welcomed Nostimo to their landmark restaurant space. Nostimo showcases a warm, friendly atmosphere with city views and hosts live Greek music every Friday and Saturday night. The restaurant’s culinary curator Chef […]
When I’m not reading or writing romance I love reading gritty crime novels. So I was very excited to be invited to the launch of M.J.T. Meijer’s debut novel – Disbelief. Disbelief is the first title in a three book series of […]
I have a confession; I’m a bit of a historic costume tragic. So, on a brilliant blue Brisbane winter weekend, we headed off to History Alive at Fort Lytton National Park. Fort Lytton’s history Fort Lytton National Park is a historically significant […]
Melbourne’s unsympathetic cold air attempted to pierce my multiple layers of clothing. It was the first of June and Australia’s first day of winter. There was a considerable difference in temperature from the time I left Queensland to my arrival in Melbourne, […]
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