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Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island is one of my favourite places to visit on the weekend and a ‘must see’ if you have visitors from overseas or other parts of Australia. It’s only a 30-minute ferry ride from Fremantle, a port suburb of Perth in Western Australia and not only does it have some stunning beaches, there are plenty of other things that make it special and unique. If you are really pressed for time you can also go there by helicopter which will give you some stunning views over the island and the beautiful beaches. First of all, there are no cars...
Australian Citizenship Ceremony Dress Standards
When I woke to the news this morning there was debate about dress standards for people becoming Australian Citizens on Australia Day. Image: Ankalia Isabella sandals and dress from SWF Boutique via Instagram I must say I agree with Prime Minister Scott Morrison that wearing a suit shows respect for the great honour of becoming an Australian citizen. It is a very momentous occasion and a very special day for many people, so we should all dress appropriately. Image: Ankalia Valentina sandals and dress from Veronika Maine via Instagram I believe in dressing for the occasion and showing respect by...
Quokka Selfie
The Quokkas on Rottnest Island off the coast of Perth, Western Australia are having a major Instagram moment. I think it all started when tennis champion Roger Federer posted a quokka selfie on his Instagram account. Margot Robbie and Hugh Jackman have also posted quokka selfies along with more than 100,000 other Instagrammers. Quokkas seem to be very happy and very chilled out. They aren’t afraid of humans and they don’t hop away when you approach them. On Rottnest Island I was surprised to see them right in the centre of town. We even had them under our table when...
- 2019