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4 minute read This topic has been brewing in my mind for quite some time. I’ve touched on it in many of my past articles about my ancestors and how faith was a steadfast pillar in their lives. So, where … Continue reading →

Reading time 12 minutes At its core, this may seem like a simple question, but it elicits a variety of answers. To be honest, I don’t believe the vast majority of Australians care much about most issues—at least, not until … Continue reading →

Reading time 10 minutes We recently took the plunge and purchased an electric vehicle (EV), specifically the BYD Atto 3. There’s currently much debate surrounding EVs, with many eager to share their opinions on the pros and cons of this … Continue reading →

Reading time 3 minutes Ah, social media… isn’t it great! As a reader more than a poster, I love how it connects people. Through my various hobbies, I’ve met many like-minded individuals who share my interests. Numerous Facebook groups bring … Continue reading →

Reading time 15 minutes I’ll start by saying I grew up in Rocklea. While I don’t wish any harm or tragedy on the current residents, I think it’s important to share some observations based on my time there. I’m not … Continue reading →

Reading time 30 minutes When my great-grandfather, Nicholas Corcoran, was born on January 12, 1842, in Danesfort, Kilkenny, Ireland, his father, Michael, was 32, and his mother, Mary (née Walsh), was 33. He was the first of eight children: Michael … Continue reading →

Reading time 18 minutes Out of all my ancestors who came to Australia from Germany and Ireland or in this instance, England, Robert Bradbury would have been the very first to have arrived. Robert was a convict who had been … Continue reading →

Reading time 16 minutes Comparisons between sports by diehard fans, always without fail degenerate into a battle of whose sport or code is the better. To me, it seems to be an exercise in futility & a total & utter … Continue reading →

Reading time 20 minutes The fifth of ten children born to Johannes (John) and Louisa Rosina (Kubler) Muller, was my grandfather, Adolf Gustav Muller. Within the family, his own generation referred to him by his initials – A.G. As his … Continue reading →

Reading time 20 minutes Vera Isabel Bermingham was my Mum. She was the second of four children to Adolf Gustav & Annie Emilie Muller (Lobegieger). Vera was born in Boonah on 24th March, 1914, just a few months before the … Continue reading →