Stories and Poetry

A train journey to Sydney to see an exhibition reminds Petrus Spronk of a similar childhood journey when he first arrived in Australia.

University offers came out this week. For some, further study awaits; others may be thinking of embarking on an adventure. Celia Waldron offers her best wishes to the graduating class of 2024 and remembers her own daughter’s graduation and adventures.

Petrus Spronk relates a story from his travels as a younger man.

Petrus Spronk urges the creation of a permanent art space showcasing local artists in the redeveloped Rex Theatre.

Celia Waldron offers her best wishes to the graduating class of 2022 and remembers her own daughters graduation and adventures.

“I often felt that a life without poetry would be terrible, like a house without any colour, decoration or personal adornment. Like a meal without flavour or smell. Like a lover without a heart. Like a life in Black and white. Like always living in winter.”