Movie Review: A Month Of Sundays
When I read the synopsis for this movie I had an inkling about what I’d be watching, a ghost story or something supernatural perhaps … I was wrong, kind of. thanks to Madman The early scenes of A Month...
View ArticleReview: Petition Kitchen
A quick midweek catch up in the heart of the city meant I finally got to see Petition Kitchen, what a treat. Just inside the door and off to the right is a ‘Beer Corner’ bar where you can sit and wait...
View ArticleReview: Mrs S in Highgate
For month’s I’ve been trying to find time to explore Mrs S café in Maylands. Sadly, it still hasn’t happened. What has happened though, while I’ve been slack is, the mountain has come to Mohammad, Mrs...
View ArticleReview: Two faces of Kailis Trigg Beach
The beach at Trigg Island has always been a great ‘Me Time’ hang out, and the upgraded Kailis restaurant has only added to that. The venue offers a range of sitting and dining experiences, and on the...
View ArticleWhat to see before the Winter Arts Festival ends
Rain, thunder, lightning, okay so winter is definitely here. If you haven’t made it out the door to an event yet here are a few you should definitely consider before the festival ends. Winter Supper...
View ArticleReview: Health Freak Café Mount Lawley
I love finding a place that offers late breakfast, for me it’s one of the most joyous meals you can have. So you can imagine how pleased I was to stumble across Health Freak café in Mount Lawley which...
View ArticleEmbrace movie from Body loather to Body lover
In another life I used to judge body building competitions, however when the steroid culture kicked in my conscience made me wave it all goodbye. So I was intrigued to learn about positive body image...
View Article50,000 bees enter Art Gallery: PICA Radical Ecologies
Another piece worth seeing, or is that experiencing, at the next PICA Radical Ecologies exhibition is lying down with bees, 50,000 bees to be exact. Bee Bed © The Ponder Room The piece was born out...
View ArticleThe ultimate Fitness and Health Expo 2016
I think I’ve just about got over the Fitness and Health Expo 2016 weekend and what a weekend it was. The ultimate fitness expo, here’s a quick recap. If you didn’t make it this year, make sure you put...
View ArticleReview: Martineaus Patisserie
On the way to a movie preview at The Windsor in Nedlands, I dropped into a local café for a quick very late lunch. I got far more than I bargained for at Martineaus Patisserie, including a wonderful...
View ArticleThe Power Of A Book Review
There are moments in life that make all that hard work worthwhile … maybe, or maybe not. The creators amongst you will understand the absolute joy of turning a page and seeing your book, song, movie or...
View ArticleReview: The Buttery Café and Homewares
I don’t get up to Joondalup very often but will definitely be going back now I’ve experienced this little gem, The Buttery Café and Homewares. © The Ponder Room A quick lunchtime business meeting was...
View ArticleReview Captain Fantastic movie
If you’ve ever pondered about walking away from civilization and home schooling your family then this is the movie for you. Father Ben Cash (Viggo Mortensen) is raising his family of six children deep...
View ArticleHorseplay at Perth Pride Parade 2016
This year the Perth Pride Parade had the theme of #lovewins which I can understand, less clear though was the preponderance of horses. I mean, well, first there were these amazing steeds who had the...
View ArticleReview: Surprises aplenty at phenomenal Arcadia Perth
I have to admit the thought of going to an outdoor music festival in 36 degrees heat was making me rethink my ticket purchase. I’m so pleased I didn’t, what a phenomenal night in so many ways. © The...
View ArticleReview: Phenomenal Lords of Lightning
If you’ve read the previous Arcadia Australia post you’ll know how brilliant it was, even more so if you went along which I hope you did. I promised another post on the Lords of Lightning so here it...
View ArticleReview: The Dancer Movie about Sergei Polunin
In a weekend that included the Arcadia spider spectacular you’d think a movie, a documentary what’s more, wouldn’t have much chance capturing my attention, but then maybe you haven’t seen The Dancer....
View ArticleReview of Public House: Great food with a free movie thrown
For years I’ve been driving past Public House and hoping to go inside one day. Well that day finally came. Now I’m not sure how I’m going to stop from going back on a monthly basis. The venue and food...
View ArticleLooking for a quick bite in West Perth? Dolce & Salato
Recently I’ve been doing a stint of work in West Perth where I was delighted to find a small café called Dolce and Salato, which I highly recommend. © The Ponder Room From the outside the café doesn’t...
View Article2016 The Year of the Underdog
The following piece appeared in my monthly column in Swan Magazine (December issue). December ah December, the craziest month of the year, full of endless to-do lists and unrealistic deadlines all...
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