Some Reflections from ChangeFest 2024
Last month I had the opportunity to attend ChangeFest in Mildura, Victoria. It was such a transformative and inspiring experience that I just had to write a blog about it. But before I get into…
My Top 10 Songs for Triple J’s 2023 Hottest 100
“When I hear music, I fear no danger. I am invulnerable. I see no foe. I am related to the earliest of times, and to the latest.” Henry David Thoreau[1] I always look forward to…
Ubud Writers & Readers Festival
I must acknowledge first up just how privileged I am to be able to attend the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival and learn from authors and activists from all around the world. It was an…
Where’s my Voice …!?
It is with much hesitation that I write this blog as I have tried not to engage in the campaign around the voice referendum. The whole process has left me feeling hollow, frustrated and ashamed.…
My Top 10 Songs for Triple J’s 2022 Hottest 100
“Music is a moral law. It gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” – Plato “Without music, life would be a mistake.” – Friedrich…
My Spring 2022 Soundtrack
“When I hear music, I fear no danger. I am invulnerable. I see no foe. I am related to the earliest of times, and to the latest.” Henry David Thoreau[1] Whilst I appreciate great musicianship…
My Winter 2022 Soundtrack
“Throughout most of the world and for most of human history, music making was as natural an activity as breathing and walking, and everyone participated.” Daniel Levitin, author of ‘This is Your Brain on Music’…
My Autumn 2022 Soundtrack
“Music gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to Everything.” Autumn is probably my favourite season of the year, and 2022 has been no different. Apart from…
Some Thoughts on the 2022 Federal Election
Reflecting over the past 10 Federal elections that I have voted in, I reckon I’ve voted for both major parties at least once, as well as the Greens, Australian Democrats, Centre Alliance and I think…
My 2021/22 Summer Soundtrack
“Music gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything.” I first did a blog about what I’d been listening to back in 2020 and it showcased…