Alton Twig Stove Review
I have used this piece of equipment for the past year. It is a useful addition to trips as it packs down small, is flat, relatively lightweight, and efficient with fuel.
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Descartes A Kant - After Destruction
The Youtube algorithm pointed me to a KEXP live show by Descarte A Kant. So I bought their album "After Destruction". Here are some thoughts...
Castlemaine to Maryborough Bike Trip - March 2025
A 2 day e-bike ride the trail from Castlemaine to Maldon and then on to Maryborough via Newstead.
Hotham To Harrietville Via Bon Accord Spur
Walking in the Victorian Alps is a great way to experience the beauty of the region. The walk from Hotham to Harrietville via Bon Accord Spur offers a unique opportunity to explore the alpine environment while enjoying the challenge of hiking.
Werribee River Campground Nov 2024
I took the bike up to Werribee River Campground for a weekend an overnight stay. The campground is a great spot for a weekend getaway and the river would be a great place to cool off in the summer.
1977: Anger Goes To Art School
1977 was a turning point in music. The year was a reaction to the excesses of the 70's. This article barely scratches the surface of the music released in 1977. The underground was operating all over the world. This is a part of it that erupted here.
Skipton Rail Trail - September 2024
The Skipton Rail Trail in Victoria's Western District. The trail follows the old Skipton railway line, which was decommissioned in the 1970s. The trail is 50 km long and runs from Ballarat to Skipton.
Colbrook Reservoir Sept 2024
I tested out the Alton 3x3 tarp and bugnet tent on a bikepacking trip to Colbrook Reservoir in Victoria’s Goldfields region. Discover how these lightweight and versatile pieces of kit stood up to the challenge
Balt Camp July 2024
A bit of winter camping at Balt Camp in the Wombat State Forest. There are plenty of opportunities for bushwalking, birdwatching, and exploring the ruins of the former forestry camp.
That's Angertainment
My first experience of the Internet was in the early 90s. It was peppered with people writing "welcome to my site" and giving us a list of links to websites they were interested in. It was a digital homeliness. Most of this function is now filled by social media.
French Island April 2024
I tried camping French island for New Year's Eve but a camping stove failure cut the trip short. Time for attempt 2. This time just me and my new toy, an e-bike.
Polygon Kalosi Lanes Review
I recently bought a Polygon Kalosi Lanes e-bike. These are some of my thoughts on it. I am no expert. I hope this may be useful.
Buying an e-bike
I've been looking at getting an e-bike.
I want to:
- Improve on my fitness
- Get out on some rail trails
- Maybe some overnight camping in local parks
- Perhaps some longer trips
- Ride to the local train station to commute to work
Sleaford Mods Gig - The Forum
Sigur Rós: Margaret Court Arena
Review of Sigur Rós at Margaret Court Arena, August 2022
Robyn Hitchcock - The Eastern, Ballarat
It was a warm Sunday afternoon in Ballarat. The Eastern Hotel was bathed in sunlight. The crowd was a mix of young and old.
Skeptics
The Skeptics were a band ahead of their time. They forged their own path and produced a music that was both ugly and beautiful at the same time.
Godspeed You Black Emperor
Review of the Godspeed You Black Emperor , February 2011
Beeripmo Walk
Elbow at The Palace
Review of the Elbow at The Palace, July 2011
Sufferers of angst could easily stay in their rooms with the Elbow back catalogue believing that Guy Garvey was singing their lives to them. But Elbow are much more than that.
Faust at the Forum
Review of the Faust at The Forum, June 2011