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For the last 15 years, professional sports have paid tribute to the ANZAC Spirit. ANZAC Day matches pay tribute to the sacrifice of the servicemen and women of Australia and celebrates the ANZAC spirit – courage, sacrifice, endurance and mateship.

Many Aussies enjoy the ANZAC day round and the remembrance service that is held. Prior to the game a special ANZAC Day service is held at the MCG which includes the recognition of Australian War Veterans as well as a Flag Ceremony, including the playing of the Last Post and Australian National Anthem. Read more…

During my university days when I was cooking up my own meals, my idea of seasonings and herbs spanned as far as salt, pepper and dried mixed herbs. It is fair to say that whether I was having an Asian stir-fry or meat and three veg that the flavours were pretty identical.

Then one day I decided enough was enough, I wanted to make food that would not only fulfil my flavour requirements but also impress my dinner guests. This is where my love affair with herbs began. Read more…

April Fools’ Day. It is that day (or half a day really, because it officially ends at midday) when you can get away with playing a trick on your family, or telling your friends a story that is far stretched from the truth. I am quite a gullible person myself, and often find myself being tricked in to various April Fools’ day jokes! Read more…

 Do you have a special Easter breakfast or meal with your family? Some warm Hot Cross Buns, Hot Chocolate, Easter Eggs and other yummy treats?

Easter is a lovely time of year and it’s nice to do something special to decorate for it on Easter day. This simple Easter bunny napkin will delight your family and make your meal that little bit more special. Read more…

Easter is magical time.  My kids are counting the days until school holidays start and the days until Easter.  They can’t wait for Easter bunny to come and visit.  We have three easy Easter kids craft to share with your kids – Easy Easter Bunny Ears for a great alternative to a Easter bonnet, a Rabbit Easter Basket to keep all those chocolate eggs and a Happy Easter Origami Rabbit card to share your best wishes with your friends and family.

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