These are strange times, without precedence our lifetimes. In these unusual circumstances, The Better Living Index looks at how to make the most of your time in lockdown. These ideas aim to make the most…
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Sculpture by the Sea Bondi is on again this year with its impressive selection of sculptures by local and international artists. Set against the backdrop of the Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk, shown here are a few…
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Discovery Sunday is an idea focused around visiting an unexplored part of your own city. Often, we travel to other places to experience new things, when so many options exist on our own doorstep. This…
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Vivid Sydney is now into its eleventh year and continues to be a remarkable showcase of the artistic use of light. Running until June 15, Sydney-siders are turning out in ever-increasing numbers to see the…
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Twenty-five years ago, I arrived in Sydney from Melbourne and found myself immediately charmed by its twin architectural icons; the Harbour Bridge and Opera House. For years, every time I drove across the bridge, I…
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Vivid Sydney is on again with a spectacular light show throughout the city and along the harbour foreshore. To mark Vivid’s 10th anniversary, artist Jonathan Zawada has put his own colourful stamp on the Sydney Opera House. Check out VividSydney for a…
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The last few years have seen 1970’s favourite, sheepskin make its way back into fashion. For anyone who has ever bought a sheepskin vest or jacket, you will know how tricky this can be to…
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Stevenson Overall Co is the USA and Japanese workwear brand owned by Zip Stevenson and Atsusuke Tagaya. The company initially existed in the United States in the 1920’s and 30’s. However, it was in 2005 that Zip…
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Barrie’s model railway has been lovingly created over the years by an owner who is willing to share his passion. Dressed in a blue terry towelling hat, he is the very picture of a man…
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Rimowa’s classic ‘Topas’ range was introduced in the 1950’s as one of the lightest and sturdiest luggage ranges in the world. Designed for tropical travel, it protected against high humidity and remains (relatively) unaffected by…
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Vivid Sydney is on again with a spectacular light show throughout the city and along the harbour foreshore. The highlight for me this year was the ‘Lighting of the Sails’ by Audio Creatures. Using the Sydney Opera House as…
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Yang Mushi’s installation Grinding is currently on show at the White Rabbit Gallery in Chippendale. This artwork is comprised of lacquered wooden pieces laid upon a reflective metal plate. Requiring the hand-cutting, shaping and sanding of hundreds…
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James Turrell’s skyspace installation, ‘Within without’, is one of the easiest-to-miss gems in Canberra. Hunkered down in the grounds of the National Gallery of Australia, you enter via a long concrete walkway into a square internal…
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Lavender Bay Parklands, in the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, features a delightful selection of artworks and small sculptures. Walking away from Luna Park along the wooden boardwalk, you will find a number of sculptures hidden…
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The bonsai collection at the National Arboretum Canberra features exquisite forests, single trees and arrangements comprising trees from various parts of the world. The National Arboretum Canberra is located on the site of a former tree plantation…
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Tropical watch straps are a great source of variety, often completely changing the look and feel of a watch. This vintage Bell & Ross Type Marine came with a handsome rubber diving strap. However, the olive tropical band…
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The Akubra ‘Stylemaster’ is an ideal autumn/winter hat. Available in a range of colours—Fawn, Black, Bluegrass, Mid Brown, Moonstone Grey, Navy and Loden—it’s traditional look adds punch to raw denim and leather jackets. Best worn with the…
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Barbour’s iconic waxed cotton motorcycle jacket, the International, was created in 1936 becoming the British biker’s jacket of choice throughout the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s. 2011 marked the 75th anniversary of the International and staying true to…
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One of the joys of visiting a true megacity is the depth of its niches. In Japan, practically every interest is explored and this means stores selling the highest quality denim, leather, lacquer and ceramics. A favourite of mine is The…
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Sculpture by the Sea Bondi is on again this year—its 20th anniversary—with a wonderful selection of sculptures by local and international artists. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk, shown here are…
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