They say the freshwater in the Yarra was a key factor in founding the city of Melbourne in 1835. But it didn't take long for St Kilda's natural charms to attract refugees from "Smellbourne". St Kilda hill was sub-divided by the European colonists in … [Read more...]
Beach cricket ….. over the Heads and you’re out!!
It's true, the outfield is a bit soggy, but a good beach beats the Sydney Cricket Ground any day. This pic of beach action at Dromana: cricket with Nippers going though their paces in the background, is a great example the Bay promoting healthy … [Read more...]
To Bay or not to Bay?
Ever wonder how we lived without all those computer games we so happily give time to? Of course not..... silly me!!! Once you're in the fast lane any pause for reflection is strictly for losers! Does it matter that most games are about who goes … [Read more...]
Birds up close help make our day
Many people find a walk on the beach is a great way to relax and kick sand over their day-to-day worries; and the sight of birds roosting contentedly suggests all's well with their world. The regular presence of the birds suggests their food supply … [Read more...]
Music to ‘Love the Bay’ by
Music has been with me since a brilliant Yorta Yorta man got me hooked on guitar when I was 10. I've been playing and writing songs ever since, but couldn't really justify the expense of studio recording. But I'm thinking my music might help raise … [Read more...]
Carmel Wallace: marine messenger
Artists like Carmel Wallace are rarer than a message in a bottle on the shoreline! Port Phillip EcoCentre was honoured to host Carmel as Artist-in-Residence in July 2008. In just 4 weeks she collected an extraordinary array of litter from beaches in … [Read more...]
‘Underwater Wonders’ book – it’s a gem
Most people are simply unaware of the rich diversity of colourful creatures that live in Port Phillip Bay. Freddy Leong's new book 'Underwater Wonders of the Mornington Peninsula' is out to change all that... and at $20 a copy, it's a … [Read more...]
Indented Head
Indented Head is a neat little town where the locals know they're on a good thing. Maybe it's the view of the BIG SMOKE behind the OZONE paddlesteamer (a plush, pleasure boat for thousands of Melburnians in the late 1800s) that puts the city life in … [Read more...]
