Orange lillies
I think by now my love of flowers is evident. However that doesn’t mean I know the correct name for … Continue reading Orange lillies
Month: February 2012
Why is it so?
As I photographed Parliament House the other day I noticed just how many aerials and satellite dishes sit atop NT … Continue reading Why is it so?
Supreme Court and Owl Spirits
The Supreme Court building in Darwin is situated near Parliament House and has a similar level of “presence” even though … Continue reading Supreme Court and Owl Spirits
Parliament House – Northern Territory
The Northern Territory’s Parliament House is quite spectacular as you might imagine, given one its local nicknames is The Wedding … Continue reading Parliament House – Northern Territory
Post Office staff – Bombing of Darwin
Today’s focus is on the civilian deaths in the Post Master General’s (PMG) Department on 19 February 1942. The Darwin … Continue reading Post Office staff – Bombing of Darwin
All that sparkles
Paspaley Pearls is one of Darwin’s most famous businesses. Their beautifully crafted and styled jewellery is seen on the best-dressed women … Continue reading All that sparkles
Hoya heuschkeliana
This little Hoya is the tiniest thing…it took me ages to notice the flowers were even there. It’s all of … Continue reading Hoya heuschkeliana
Her Majesty reigned in Darwin
The event of the day was the presence of royalty in town. One of the largest ships on the oceans … Continue reading Her Majesty reigned in Darwin
More bat-like every day
As a change of pace from all the heavy posts over the last few days, we’re back in the garden. … Continue reading More bat-like every day
To honour USS Peary sunk in Darwin harbour 1942
I visited the USS Peary memorial today to take some photographs for my American readers and to pay my respects. … Continue reading To honour USS Peary sunk in Darwin harbour 1942
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