Unsuitable for Publication: Editing Queen Victoria, by Yvonne Ward
A look at the gentlemen behind the popular image of Queen Victoria. It’s a good case study of how biased editing can shape a public figure’s image.
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Ballarat White Night
A (large) country town version of the White Night held in Melbourne, the one held in Ballarat had a wonderful community atmosphere.
Holden Our Car 1856-2017, by Toby Hagon
Learning about the demise of Australia’s favourite car, the Holden.
Victoria the Queen, by Julia Baird
An excellent read that immerses the reader in the life of Queen Victoria and the era she ruled in.
Blue Lotus Water Garden
The photogenic and relaxing gardens and ponds of Blue Lotus Water Garden near Warburton.
Queen Victoria, A Life of Contradictions. Matthew Dennison
A brief but hard to follow (due to having to refer to a dictionary many times) look at Queen Victoria’s life. More of a commentary than a complete look. Those who don’t know the background to the story will find many holes.
Ballarat to Skipton Rail Trail
An excellent rail trail running through rural areas and well away from traffic, some 53 km in total.
Op-Centre, by Tom Clancy
A story about defence, intelligence and crisis management in the middle of an attempt to start a conflict between North and South Korea; and even Japan.
Couties and Kings Rds, Panton Hill
A short one hour walk which loops around Couties Road and Kings Roads, Panton Hill. Includes the scenic Felix’s Wildflower Walk.
Old Caledonia Gully and Black Cameron Rd, Smiths Gully
A two hour walk which loops around Old Caledonia Gully and Black Cameron Road, St Andrews. With an optional extension to Queenstown Cemetery.