FOR too many years we have regarded domestic violence as something that stayed behind closed doors. Literally thousands of women (and children) have had to endure physical violence from bully-boy husbands who believed they had to right to treat their families as personal punching bags. Fortunately the more enlightened approach these days has led to [...]
EVERY couple of years, I head to Burgundy for the Grand Jours, a five day exhibition of the best that Burgundy has to offer. One of the events is the Salon de Jeunes Vignerons, an event showcasing exclusively wines from up and coming young wine makers. And is it exciting stuff! Attention to detail, and [...]
BOTH our climate and the beauty of the surrounding area encourage people to enjoy the outdoors. Two of the most popular areas used by walkers and cyclists all year are along the Murray River and up on the Nail Can Hill. After the beautiful rains we have had, there has been a marked increase in [...]
WITH over 40 years combined restaurant experience, owner Allan Parker and his Chef Sean Ford make a formidable team. Both have classical training so Italian and French influences abound, with sous vide a popular technique in their kitchen. Crafting their own butter, roasting coffee beans, making sour dough, pasta, sauces and Coppa Colo (salami) could [...]
GROUPS on both sides of the Border will unite against domestic violence on Friday. White Ribbon Day aims to raise awareness of the issue with men urged not to commit, condone or remain silent about violence against women and children. The Albury Wodonga Community Network, which runs Betty’s Place, helped 173 women and 279 children [...]
PETS of all shapes and sizes will enjoy a day of fun activities at Hovell Tree Park on Sunday. Organisers of the first Pets Day Out hope between 500 and 1000 people attend the event with obedience training demonstrations, free microchipping and information from vets key attractions. While Albury Council events team leader Ros Walls [...]
SOME of Australia’s most popular rock acts from years gone by will perform at A Day on the Green at Rutherglen next year. Held at the All Saints Estate on March 17, the event will feature Noisworks, Ian Mass, Ross Wilson, Daryl Braithwaite and The Choirboys in what promoters describe as a “five hour music [...]
WHEN he’s not travelling the world or mingling with leaders like Barack Obama, Australia’s “first bloke” Tim Mathieson loves nothing more than kicking back in his shed. The Prime Minister’s partner has his own sanctuary set up at The Lodge where he spends time doing “blokey” things. “It’s pretty good,” he told NewsWeekly. “I doesn’t [...]
COLD Chisel were in powerful form during their gig at Gateway Lakes in Wodonga last Friday night. Close to 12,500 fans attended the event to hear the reformed rockers blast through close to two hours of hits. Opening with Standing on the Outside Looking In (which a small crowd of people without tickets were doing [...]
HEALTH services are failing those that are suicidal or have mental health problems, according to a visiting former police officer. Retired Chief Inspector Gary Raymond attended 200 suicide negotiations during his time with the NSW police force, talking many people down from bridges, buildings and cliffs. Some even became his good friends. Despite the prevalence [...]