Movie Review: A Street Cat Named Bob
When I got the call to review this movie I wasn’t too sure on a couple of counts. One I’m more of a dog person and two I’d had enough…
Browsing: Review
Sculpture by the Sea 2017 launch, winners, disabled access
Having been to all of the Sculpture by the Sea Cottesloe exhibitions I thought I might be a bit jaded by now. Who was I kidding? As soon as I…
Perth Writers Festival 2017: Review, focus on crime writing
Writers Festivals are all about inspiration, motivation, learning, friendship and new books, or at least they are for me, and the 2017 Perth Writers Festival continued this tradition.
Review: Matilda Bay Restaurant
Matilda Bay has always been one of those go to restaurants for a special occasion. My most recent experience suggests this is still the case.
Movie Review: Jasper Jones
Regular readers will know my penchant for supporting Australian movies. The latest edition, Jasper Jones, makes this all the more easy. What a wonderful Australian movie.
Movie Review: Manchester By The Sea
Manchester By The Sea is a tough movie to review. There I’ve said it. Yes I know it’s up for every award under the sun, so maybe you won’t want…
Review: Chapas Kitchen and Bar
Chapas Restaurant, tucked away in Mount Lawley is listed as a ‘casual dining’ restaurant. While that may be the case the thought put into the interior design has clearly been anything…
Federer first game back at Hopman Cup 2017
One of the joys of living in Perth is that as soon as the last New Years Eve firework fizzles out, we’re into the Hopman Cup, a week long festival of…
2016 The Year of the Underdog
The following piece appeared in my monthly column in Swan Magazine (December issue). December ah December, the craziest month of the year, full of endless to-do lists and unrealistic deadlines…
Looking for a quick bite in West Perth? Dolce & Salato
Recently I’ve been doing a stint of work in West Perth where I was delighted to find a small café called Dolce and Salato, which I highly recommend.
Review of Public House: Great food with a free movie thrown
For years I’ve been driving past Public House and hoping to go inside one day. Well that day finally came. Now I’m not sure how I’m going to stop from going…
Review: The Dancer Movie about Sergei Polunin
In a weekend that included the Arcadia spider spectacular you’d think a movie, a documentary what’s more, wouldn’t have much chance capturing my attention, but then maybe you haven’t seen The Dancer. What…
Review: Phenomenal Lords of Lightning
If you’ve read the previous Arcadia Australia post you’ll know how brilliant it was, even more so if you went along which I hope you did. I promised another post…
Review: Surprises aplenty at phenomenal Arcadia Perth
I have to admit the thought of going to an outdoor music festival in 36 degrees heat was making me rethink my ticket purchase. I’m so pleased I didn’t, what…
Horseplay at Perth Pride Parade 2016
This year the Perth Pride Parade had the theme of #lovewins which I can understand, less clear though was the preponderance of horses. I mean, well, first there were these amazing steeds…
Review Captain Fantastic movie
If you’ve ever pondered about walking away from civilization and home schooling your family then this is the movie for you.
Review: The Buttery Café and Homewares
I don’t get up to Joondalup very often but will definitely be going back now I’ve experienced this little gem, The Buttery Café and Homewares.
The Power Of A Book Review
There are moments in life that make all that hard work worthwhile … maybe, or maybe not. The creators amongst you will understand the absolute joy of turning a page and seeing…
