I came home last night with a funny feeling in my stomach that only occurs after I get a bit worked up about something. This time, it was the inequalities that are still inherent in our culture. Differences that are Continue reading
What is a gap year anyway? Exorbitant trips to Europe or Asia, so middle class young people can ‘find themselves’ and discover what their ‘true calling’ in life is. Really, it’s just a way of saying ‘I just want a Continue reading
True happiness is a hard place to find. I think I am a reasonably happy person, but there is a difference between feeling content and pure happiness. When you are purely happy, your heart soars, your troubles melt away, and Continue reading
It is a strange thing for a Brisbane resident to be hot, but dry. I got excited every time I heard a rustle through the trees for the brief sweet relief of cool against my skin. But every time I Continue reading
Our last day in Cairns and the last day of our holiday began with a disappointment. Due to the heavy amounts of rain our train had been cancelled. Apparently trains don’t work as boats? Ridiculous right? We booked a flight Continue reading
We left Darwin, still sweating, at 4am in the morning to catch our flight to the Queensland tropics. The flight was basic – the cheapest we could get – and the majority of the time was spent sleeping. Once we Continue reading
Cities tend to demonstrate their main characteristics and feel, after you have spent a bit of time in them. Sydney is busy and professional, Melbourne is all about food and music culture and Adelaide is about beauty in old style Continue reading
The sun peeped its head over the outback, giving life and shape to the never ending darkness. The scenery continued to roll by, changing from rugged shrubs on flat plains to greener and lusher bushes as we approached Katherine. We Continue reading
We woke up to the pitter-patter of rain knocking on our window. Adelaide, one of the driest cities in Australia had decided to send us off with something rare. We still wanted to head into town, to try and buy Continue reading
An early morning start in Melbourne brings us to the Southern Cross Train Station, ready to board yet another train. We’re hoping with all our hearts that this one won’t bring over-heating cabins, buses and vomit. Steven and I say Continue reading