Swansea, Tasmania
Swansea is a small town in the heart of Tasmania’s east coast. Located on the north-west shore of Great Oyster Bay, the area’s sandy dunes overlook Freycinet National Park. It was the first municipality in…
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Hiking the Overland Track, Tasmania
And so we were off. After six months of planning, the shuttle picked us up from Launceston and drove us two hours to Cradle Mountain. There we were met by a ranger who provided an…
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A week in Tokyo, part three
Following our outstanding meal at Sukiyabashi Jiro the previous day (see part two), we awoke early to travel to Fukuoka, an eight-hour round trip to watch The Sumo. On the flight, we were lucky enough to…
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A week in Tokyo, part two
After our disappointing walkthrough Takeshita Street (see part one), we visited motorcycle/workwear brands Freewheelers, Gladhand Core, Lewis Leathers and Radiall, along with several superior vintage stores in Harajuku. It was here that I realised while…
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Molesworth, Regional Victoria
This short post is in the form of a photo essay, presenting an early summertime visit to the hills around Molesworth in Regional Victoria. I often feel that rural Australia looks at its very best…
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A week in Tokyo, part one
We had been looking forward to returning to Japan since our previous trip four years ago. Walking down the gantry, the excitement of the journey became palpable. Directed to our Qantas Business Class seats, my…
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Winter weekend in the Blue Mountains
The weekend began with us fussing over what to pack for the -2 to 6 degrees forecasted temperatures. Settling on practical outdoor gear—Scarpa hiking boots, Pendleton woollen jumper, Patagonia waterproof jacket, Best Made sheepskin vest…
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Easter holiday: Bluesfest at Byron Bay
Arriving in Ballina, it was a tropical 24 degrees as we made our way across the tarmac. This airport is small and efficient with the friendly people at Hertz organising our rental car as our…
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Vietnam motorcycling adventure: part five, Hanoi and Halong Bay
The adventure in Vietnam continues, returning first to Hanoi followed by a cruise on Halong Bay. Starting in Hanoi (see part one here), we drove north to Ha Giang to spend seven days on motorcycles…
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Vietnam motorcycling adventure: part four, riding in the clouds
The adventure in the mountains of Vietnam continues with misty mountain roads, trucks hurtling through small villages and hours of riding high in the clouds. Starting in Hanoi (see part one here), we drove north…
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Vietnam motorcycling adventure: part three, further into the mountains
The adventure in the mountains of Vietnam continues with breathtaking vistas, smoke haze and more repairs. Starting in Hanoi (see part one here), we drove north to Ha Giang to spend seven days on old…
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Vietnam motorcycling adventure: part two, the mountains
And so the adventure begins. After nearly a year of planning, we are heading north to Ha Giang—pronounced ‘Hazan’—to spend seven days on old motorcycles in the mountains near the Chinese border. At 8 am,…
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Vietnam motorcycling adventure: part one, Hanoi
And so the adventure begins. After nearly a year of planning, we are off. The Vietnam Airlines flight was half full, providing the luxury of a vacant seat in each of our rows. The friendly…
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Road trip: Sydney to Jindabyne
This four-day adventure started superbly with a windless ride through the Royal National Park south of Sydney. The tarmac was smooth and the temperature ideal for motorcycle riding. A low number of cars meant I…
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Road trip part three: Ballina to Sydney
This instalment is part three of a 4,000-kilometre road trip. Part one covered the ride along the coast from Sydney to Tilba and then over the Snowy Mountains to Ballarat. Part two covered the 1,607…
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Road trip part two: Daylesford to Brunswick Heads
This instalment is part two of a 4,000-kilometre motorcycle road trip. Part one covered the ride along the coast from Sydney and over the Snowy Mountains to Ballarat. Part two comprises riding 1,607 kilometres north via…
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Road trip part one: Sydney to Ballarat
This year’s holiday break represented an ideal opportunity to take a 4,000-kilometre road trip, with stays in Jindabyne, Ballarat, Daylesford, West Wyalong, Armadale, Brunswick Heads, Ballina, Bellingen and Walcha. This is travelling in its most…
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The Putty Road: Sydney to Scone
This impromptu road trip started out life as a passing suggestion before quickly turning into a two-day riding adventure. Scouring my trusty motorcycle atlas, I was looking for an overnight ride from Sydney, settling on a…
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Guide to Daylesford, Victoria
Daylesford is my absolute favourite country town. Located 115 kilometres North West of Melbourne, it has everything I look for in a weekend escape destination. Quality food, a town nicely situated on a hill overlooking a lake, walking…
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Lake Daylesford
Daylesford is my absolute favourite Australian country town. It has everything I look for in a weekend escape destination with quality food, interesting independent retail and a variety of activities in which to partake; you…
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