The year 2020 is a struggle for majority of everyone facing uncertainty and challenges with the life in Australia the country makes sure that the community’s mental health and well-being is addressed and prioritized. If you are based in the City of Marion in South Australia their Marion Libraries is making the effort to help reach out the community and for the month of October 2020 it's "Mental Health Week" that addresses all your concerns. |
 | 08.03.2018 - Adelaide may be considered a ‘sleepy’ and quaint town, but in the bigger picture as a state itself South Australia is a place for exploration. Every single day I pass by Rundle Mall there’s always something new to see even throughout the winter season and you never go wrong about being into a hobby of collectibles.
Shin Tokyo is one of a very few stores that carries import products from Japan and some collectibles from the US not sold on Australian retail market. But their bread and butter are the Japanese products ranging from Bandai’s ever popular Gunpla to popular Japanese anime series and OVAs just to name a few to see in this store. |
| 05.21.2018 – Yesterday was International Museum Day, were they are open without the need to pay for entry.
I’ve been going to this annual event just to look around and see the undiscovered culture that you may not find it in books or have not seen it in person to have the chance to learn about history. This probably the first time I’ll be sort of celebrating this event in South Australia. I’ve been going to “Museum Day” in Ayala Museum for the past three years, but for this year I head down to the South Australian Museum in downtown Adelaide. |
| 12.02.2017 – Yesterday’s Christmas lighting at the Victoria Square was packed with a huge turn out for the festivities, which officially starts the holiday season.
Though I only made it towards the tail end of the event it was quite a sight since I’ve been into these events every year back in Manila. For Adelaide this was one of the highlighted events towards Christmas. The pageant last week was a sign that spring has ended and welcomes the Summer Holidays, while the lighting of the digitally powered tree was the beginning of Christmas. |
 | 09.10.2017 – The weekend was busy for some, and trying to recuperate from the past week of travel in and out of the city towards the tail end of the winter is very new for someone who is used to the tropical weather. You can feel the changing season when the weather is having a weird one, having cold weather, and then the next day it is hot. But yesterday was just another one of those highlights if you have been living in this part of Australia. The Royal Adelaide Show is 177 years old, which is a carnival and agricultural show, where you see livestock, farming, and rides for everyone. I wasn’t able to experience it last year, since I only arrived here last December. I’ve heard of it in the past, thanks to my niece’s ranting about that event. |
| 05.26.2017 – Everyday there’s something new to see in South Australia its either some weird bird watching from a tree or just a random rubbish truck stealing someone’s garbage.
But today its just a rare road repair work that’s seamlessly been finished in less than forty eight hours. It’s rare that you see the city of Marion make repair work in suburb streets. This was just one of those days seeing them put the finishing touches on the new asphalt laid over in some parts of Sturt late in the noon time. |
| 12.30.2013 – The road travel going to another destination within South Australia is smoother than comparing to another country that continues to decline, even though they kept telling progress continues to go up.
But with South Australia things continue to look good in the next few years it’s quite an amazing view and the experience of true progress never cease. All you need is see it for yourself why this trip was an unforgettable one in the last 48 hours. |
| 12.30.2013 – The long travel at Port Hughes was a daunting adventure. Driving in Australia is really different.
The way motorists behave here is not as chaotic as back in Manila where it’s not what you expected would from a passenger’s point of view. The road to Port Hughes was quite a trip as the highways are not clogged with its own outback to share while on the road. There are several photos taken and it’s a challenge to share the best ones that definitely stand out from the travel there yesterday… |
| 12.29.2014 – The Christmas spirit is at Blair Athol is one of the suburbs in Adelaide South Australia.
It’s located in City of Port Adelaide Enfield and it’s not really a place of touring but more of residence area as close friends is located there. Visiting one who resides at Blair Athol was quite a trip with a Greek theme designed for the house and how the holidays are celebrated. Most of the photos taken are the Christmas ornaments and the usual seasonal decorations that filled this house… |
| 01.28.2013 – Rundle Mall is Australia’s first pedestrian street mall, which opened some time in 1976.
It’s like The Bonifacio High Street in the Philippines, but what makes Rundle Mall unique is it originated and named after Rundle Street. The area is the most expensive real estate in downtown Adelaide, which had evolved to be a high end commercial district. It is home to South Australia’s flagship store and just like Bonifacio High Street it has its own notable landmarks that are worth checking out. |
| 12.27.2013 – After a trip to the little town of Hahndorf where lunch was served at The Haus, and spent looking around the German Village Shop filled with wooden toys and collectibles. The quick tour around the area was a breeze up to the parking lot.
The weather was right to drive to Mt. Lofty the highest point in the southern Mount Lofty Ranges in Adelaide. The place gives you the view of South Australia, and with a rich history that became a popular tourist spot. You have to make the visit the experience the stunning view that is quite mesmerizing in the day. |
| 12.27.2013 – The road trip to Hahndorf in South Australia was a smooth ride via the South Eastern Freeway. It was 15 to 30 minute drive from the city of Marion, which was not bad when you say you’ll get there in time with minimal traffic next to none.
How often do you see traffic in Adelaide? The only thing that makes everyone stop is either there was a road mishap or construction happening at that moment. But today there wasn't any hassle save that for some who lacked sleep last night. Hahndorf is a tourist spot you should not miss trying to make a visit and it’s a historical place. |
| 12.26.2013 – IKEA is famous for furniture and other home decors and they have branches all over the world. Unfortunately they don’t have one in the Philippines as I’ve heard there’s one in Singapore but never got the chance to see it for myself being there in that country twice.
The opportunity to see it in person was my first in Adelaide was a great experience. A friend sent me photos back then in San Francisco but only the exterior image of the huge warehouse. But once you enter that place it will change your perspective how to “beautify” you’re house. |
| 12.25.2013 - Spending the Christmas Summer at Brighton beach is no different than having a spectacular view of Noarlunga.
It is a fascinating beach with its own jetty that gives you a good walk farther from the rocks and sands. The Brighton jetty has been around but based on history it was badly damaged in the 1990s and re-built which currently features a tower at the end part. Most visitors enjoy the fishing and clear water for a dip or just enjoy the view whenever you can. |
| 12.24.2013 - Noarlunga beach is just one of the attractions in Port Noarlunga, South Australia. The jetty itself it’s the biggest attractions to visitors who have visited this interesting place. It was awarded the cleanest beach in 2009 and 2010 in Australia.
The view at the jetty is breathtaking having a close proximity of a diverse range of aquatic features making this area stand out from other coastal locations. The sands may not be as white as say the Philippines’ Boracay but its preserved with less crowds. |
| 12.23.2013 – First store to visit at the Westfield Marion is Woolworths and you’ll see Jamie Oliver. For anyone who haven’t heard of him he’s popularly known on TLC’s fifteen minute meals where he cook some cool delicacy less than half an hour.
Woolworths is the biggest supermarket/grocery store in Australia. They also had convenient stores which were founded in 1924. The brand ambassador is Jamie Oliver which was quite interesting that he also have some food that he produced to sell. |
| 12.23.2013 – There’s always a first for everything. Traveling is a rare thing to happen for someone who is well accustomed to living in a city. The last time an overseas happened was last year in Singapore and the other year was half a month in South Korea.
Most people who travel go to popular places and scenic spots people would immediately recognize. But I like to go places rarely some might not know. This time it’s Adelaide in South Australia. It’s Australia’s conservative state a place that needs a good story. |
| 12.22.2013 – Heading to Kuala Lumpur was not a breeze. Ever since preparing for this trip I was not getting any decent sleep. For some it’s the most exciting moment but honestly it’s not just about traveling but getting things into perspective.
It was three hours of flight from Manila to KL, which was like being dragged on a rush when the next three hours was just about waiting. There was enough time to look around the sophisticated airport and I've never had a stopover when I was headed to Korea back in 2011. But it was a first time to just relax and wait for the connecting flight... |
