Long Distance Staff Writer
During my Lagos years, working with Buddy Agedah, I became the staff writer for Dance & Art Alive under the name Jo Demmer. Continue reading Long Distance Staff Writer
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Bob Romanes, Teacher A1 Mine Settlement
The year was 1955, and fresh out of Ballarat teachers college, Bob Romanes was assigned to the A1 Mine Settlement School, south of Mansfield, near Woods Point. Join me for a glimpse into this unique slice of history as he talks about about death, theft and depression. Continue reading Bob Romanes, Teacher A1 Mine Settlement
Writers Victoria Flash Fiction 2019 – Part Three
Today, I post the final 10 of my entries in Writers Victoria flash fiction competition, which they ran to celebrate their 30th anniversary. For 30 days they posted a prompt at 8:00 am and we had until midnight to write a 30 words response. I was lucky enough to win April 7 for the prompt Saltwater. … Continue reading Writers Victoria Flash Fiction 2019 – Part Three
Kelli Virtanen, Mansfield Mother, Wellness Coach, Author
New Zealander Kelli Virtanen, or Kelli Vee as she is known professionally, moved to Mansfield 20 years ago and has been here ever since. In that time, besides riding the highs and lows of parenting, she has studied extensively in the wellness field and established an international business. If you have ever wondered what a healer does and how she spends her days, read on … Continue reading Kelli Virtanen, Mansfield Mother, Wellness Coach, Author
Writers Victoria Flash Fiction 2019 – Part Two
To celebrate their 30th anniversary, Writers Victoria ran a flash fiction competition in April, 2019. For 30 days they posted a prompt at 8:00 am and we had until midnight to write a 30 words response. I was lucky enough to win April 7 for the prompt Saltwater. I posted my first 10 stories here. … Continue reading Writers Victoria Flash Fiction 2019 – Part Two
Eve Foster, Mansfield Lawyer
Eve is a poster child for creating a flexible workplace. She juggles two kids and her own legal practice, while her husband manages a construction business. In part, this is achievable by living in Mansfield, where the commute times are low and the lifestyle is more relaxed than in the city. Continue reading Eve Foster, Mansfield Lawyer
Amelia Turner and the Little Farm in Mansfield
The concept of downsizing appeals to many people, but it’s difficult to find a property that meets your entire wish list. Amelia had almost given up the idea of moving when her husband spotted a house in Mansfield. It was love at first sight. A year later, Amelia is settled in her forever home enjoying … Continue reading Amelia Turner and the Little Farm in Mansfield
Eleni Hale – Novelist
Eleni Hale isn’t one to shy away from a difficult topic. Her first novel, Stone Girl, tells the story of what can happen when adolescents are abandoned by protection services, ostracised by society and have to fend for themselves. Continue reading Eleni Hale – Novelist
Alice Nixon, From Jillaroo to Mansfield Vet
Alice works for Progressive Equine Services, a mobile business looking after horses in the Mansfield District. With a life-long love of the outdoors, she has also done stints as a jillaroo and at a Canadian ski school. Read on to hear more about Alice’s journey to become a country vet. Did you grow up in … Continue reading Alice Nixon, From Jillaroo to Mansfield Vet
Kate Murdoch on Writing Historical Fiction
Update: Stone Circle is a First Place Category winner in the Chaucer Awards for 2018! Kate Murdoch, an accomplished painter, exhibited for fourteen years, was a finalist in prize shows and was represented by a gallery. She changed paths after a character appeared to her in a dream and compelled her to tell his story. … Continue reading Kate Murdoch on Writing Historical Fiction
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