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14/05/2024

Party Bus - Bali, Legian

We saw a few of these, unless it was the same one going around the block 🤣😂🍷🥂

13/05/2024

Amongst all the hustle and bustle comes a horse drawn cart. The jingle of bells made it sound a bit like Christmas!

13/05/2024

BALI - WE’RE BACK 🥰
It’s been a very big 24 + Hours. Was spoilt with a beautiful Mother’s Day lunch in Cairns before Mark and I boarded our evening flight to Bali. Such a long day arriving into Denpasar about 11pm. Both Ayu and Nanda gave us a warm Bali greeting at the airport and the Villa. I don’t think we got to bed until 4am. Glad to have an early night tonight. Hope you enjoy the few photos we’ve taken so far. Forgot to take the photo before we ate lunch, but I guess the best photo showing a delicious meal is one of an empty plate 😋🤣 I did manage to take photo’s at Lemongrass where we had dinner tonight. Food was sensational 😋

03/05/2024

Just waiting for Mark to fly into Townsville. Lovely view from The Oaks Apartments. We’ve been apart for a week so it will be wonderful to have him back. 💕 Sometimes it’s nice to get out of the van and enjoy a bit more space.

04/02/2024

Where do you go when you take a break from your Van?

Mark and I are taking a break in Bali. Last trip was 2019 before COVID. We’ve always loved Canggu near Echo Beach. It’s a tad busier than 2019 but this time of the year is typically the wet season so the prices are more affordable (as they have gone up in US dollars) and it’s not as busy as we thought it might be.

Lots to see and do but we are mainly relaxing, beach walking, getting some massages and eating healthy after Christmas except for maybe some Bintang for Mark and some Cocktails for me 🤣🍸🍺

I’m also looking at getting some dental work done. The Dental and medical facilities are spotless and very professional.

Sorry it’s been awhile since we have posted. We’ve been spending some amazing time with our family and have had a bit of a break from the socials.

Take care and travel safe 🥰

26/12/2023

We have wonderful news to share with you all.🥰

Our 14th Grandchild has arrived.

Introducing our new addition to the family. Mr Austin Brendan Smith. Born at 1:20 am this morning and weighing only 2.9 kgs. The little fella decided he wanted to come early, so here he is. An absolute blessing indeed. Mum and bubs are very well and now at home.

He shall certainly be an acrobat of some form, he managed to do enough flips to tie a knott in his cord.

25/12/2023

Nothing like Christmas on Lake Macquarie NSW. Wishing everyone a truly wonderful Christmas and a great start to 2024. Safe travels. Jeanette and Mark 🎄

08/12/2023

TYTO Regional Art Gallery
45th Hinchinbrook Art Awards

I must admit I feel truly humbled and blessed to have been awarded the overall winner of these prestigious art awards.

To Hinchinbrook Shire Council, their staff and volunteers once again you have put on an outstanding event and a big thank you to all the sponsors.

I feel privileged to be part of this community and also the Ingham Art Action Group. Such an inspiring, talented and diverse group of individuals coming together and sharing their ideas and talents. Louise Plint thank you for all your support and inspiration.

To all the category winners a massive congratulations. I know the work, effort, hours and love you have put into each piece.

To all entrants you are winners in my eyes. As I walked around the Gallery, I was absolutely astounded at the beauty, innovation and detail within each piece of work. The young talent emerging in this Region is also amazing.

Last but certainly not least, thank you to the Judges who certainly had their work cut out for them.

Hoping even more artists join the fun and excitement and submit their work for next year.

📣 Media Release - 45th Hinchinbrook Art Awards Winners Announced

Tonight, Friday 8 December 2023, the 45th Hinchinbrook Art Awards Exhibition Opening Night took place at the TYTO Regional Art Gallery.

These prestigious awards recognised outstanding artistic achievements across various media, providing a valuable platform for emerging and established artists to display their creative talents.

The opening night drew a significant crowd, and we extend our gratitude to all participants for their unwavering commitment and effort in submitting a total of ninety-three remarkable artworks for judging.

Below are the category winners:
▪️ Open Award – Entrant 13 “Sunrise ‘A New Beginning’” by Jeanette Jones;
▪️ Local Artist Award – Entrant 67 “Taste of Revenge” by Charli Lancini;
▪️ Indigenous Artist Award - Entrant 17 “Tea Dreamings” by Clare J Vasquez;
▪️ Youth Award (sponsored by Wilmar Sugar) – Entrant 25 “Fish Out of Water” by Hamish Darveniza;
▪️ Section 1: Painting – Entrant 27 “Portrait Without a Face” by Lincon Skinner;
▪️ Section 2: Watercolour (sponsored by Frosty Mango) – Entrant 28 “Nature” by Jeanette Sellwood;
▪️ Section 3: Mixed Media – Entrant 57 “The River” by Kerry Robertson;
▪️ Section 4: Digital Media – Entrant 61 “Kaleidoscope of Reflection” by Sharon Cislowski;
▪️ Section 5: Works on Paper – Entrant 66 “My Cairns Neighbourhood” by Brenda Howarth;
▪️ Section 6: Photography (sponsored by Nutrien Ag Solutions) – Entrant 76 “The Lament” by Ann Vardanega;
▪️ Section 7: Ceramics (sponsored by Ingham Art Action) – Entrant 85 “Reef Pot” by Sally Moroney; and
▪️ Section 8: Sculptural Form – Entrant 92 “Face Life” by Carolyn Brumby.

Thank you to the sponsors and businesses who have contributed towards the 45th Hinchinbrook Art Awards.

Voting for the People’s Choice Award will be open until the close of the exhibition, with the winner of this category announced the following week. To vote, please visit the TYTO Regional Art Gallery.

The 45th Hinchinbrook Art Awards will be on display daily from 10.00am to 4.00pm until Sunday 28 January 2024.

👇 To read the full Media Release click on the link below.https://bit.ly/3R7O9zw

📷 45th Hinchinbrook Art Awards Open Award Winner – Jeanette Jones.

07/11/2023

WINNERS ARE GRINNERS 🏇🐎

Melbourne Cup Day, a chance to get together with friends, dress up and try your luck 🤞Hope you came out a winner and had a fabulous day. Share your photos with us.
The Macknade Bowling club Qld went all out with a great luncheon, sweeps, raffles and best dressed. Proceeds went to support the Community run Halifax Museum.

29/10/2023

Ingham Maraka Festival

I feel very humbled to be an active part of Ingham Coastguard QF14 being able to contribute and give back to the community and to assist visitors as needed. Hoping people are always safe on the water. Here are some photos of the # yesterday. Enjoy 😊

17/09/2023

What an amazing couple of years! (MJ)

16 new items · Memory by Mark Jones

03/09/2023

Fathers Day Celebrations

Mark and I hope all the fathers had a fabulous Fathers Day. We know it can sometimes be hard and can be an emotional time.
Although we don’t live near any of our kids or grandchildren he had some lovely phone calls and I made sure he was spoilt. He is such a great dad and I love him very much.

26/08/2023

Hi all, if you can find a few dollars to join Jeanette and I in supporting this great cause it would be appreciated. Currently feeding homeless and persons in need here in Australia and the SE Asia.

One of the greatest acts is the Act of Giving. Act and Care Together… Nick Psaila needs your support for Act & Care Together - Genius Making a Difference

17/08/2023

A night to celebrate

Thanks Upcoach for a fabulous Cocktail evening with such a great bunch of people. Loving Sydney, last day so will make the most of it.

15/08/2023

Sydney here we come

Very spontaneous decision yesterday. I decided last minute to fly to Sydney with Mark for a few days. He is attending an Upcoach Conference. Thought I’d share the view with you all. Haven’t been to Sydney for ages so looking forward to exploring.

27/05/2023

Wild Local - Tasting Experience Tours - A ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ experience.

This is the Ultimate Seafood and Bush Tucker Tasting Experience. We were so honoured to be invited to this first of many uniquely different tasting experiences hosted by Rebecca and Dominic proud owners of Wild Local in Ingham Qld.

There is a story behind every dish and your taste buds will be tantalised with every bite.

We highly recommend you experience it for yourself and enjoy learning about the fresh local produce.

26/05/2023

A BIG thank you to everyone who made my Birthday so special.

My wonderful Mark was full of surprises today and even went to the effort of making a birthday card for me and then arranging a surprise dinner with friends at the Lucinda Hotel. What a great finish to the day.
To all my loving family, friends and FB friends thank you for all the beautiful messages you all made my day. ❤️

25/05/2023

Not a fan of SPIDERS! 🕸️🕸️

SO glad this was dead, and I didn’t put my hand in the draw and touch a live spider 😬 I know they have their place in nature but that doesn’t mean I have to like them…

20/05/2023

Hi, Where exactly is this freecamp?

18/05/2023

Guess who's birthday is coming around real soon?

12 new items · Memory by Mark Jones

06/05/2023

Catch of the day 🐟

Yahoo, my first Sweetlip catch. Ended up catching two and Mark got his share as well. Very nice day out on the water at Pelorus Island

05/05/2023

A beautiful piece of history

These stunning tiled Mosaic Murals and paintings represent some of the local history of the Hinchinbrook Region, Sugarcane Industry dating back to the 1880’s.

Feel free to share any of your local history with us from where you live or areas you visit on your travels

28/04/2023

Beautiful footage with some great wildlife videos. Happy Friday everyone and Enjoy. Just click the link or go direct to Youtube to view: https://youtu.be/cQW7i99zOgU
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07/04/2023

Happy Easter Everyone

We witnessed this baby Chestnut Finch taking its first flight / leap from the nest located in our hanging fern. We are really enjoying watching all the babies try their wings for the first time. So cute 🕊️ they usually breed from Dec to March, so these are a little late but such a joy 🐦

29/03/2023

Bamboo Land Nursery & Parklands
Torbanlea Qld

This nursery is a little off the Bruce Hwy but so worth the slight detour. We parked our van across from the main entrance where there was loads of room on the grass. We then just walked in. We could have spent ages there walking the trails and enjoying the huge variety of plants, ornaments and much more. It left us hungry to go back again and see more. Hope you enjoy it as much as we did 😊

27/03/2023

Such proud grandparents 🥹

Not that we are bias or anything but I’m sure you’ll agree with us that our new grandson is just too adorable for words.

27/03/2023

Southbank Markets

We had a lovely stroll around the markets and then enjoyed lunch at

Just loving family time 💕

The Markets are held every Friday evening from 5pm to 9pm, Saturday morning 10am to 9pm, and all day Sunday from 9am to 4pm.

21/03/2023

Who loves Dragon Fruit?

Look at these beauties! Such a variety like we’ve never seen before and yes…absolutely delicious. You won’t be able to get these varieties in your local supermarkets. We were lucky enough to come across Lee’s Dragonfruit Plantation who advised us of some of their favourites like the rich red, ever so juicy and tasty American Beauty Dragonfruit.
Next step is to try our own hand at growing them.

20/03/2023

Wellington Point Beach Recreation Reserve Qld

Another great spot for us spending time with family. This time with our daughter and her family. We enjoyed a great lunch in the Beer Garden and then as it was low tide we were able to go for a stroll across to the Island. There are so many things to see and do around the greater Brisbane area.

19/03/2023

Lake Somerset Qld

This destination is definitely worthy of more than one visit. So far we have visited here twice. Once with the Caravan and the next time we shared a cabin with our family. You can swim in the lake, Kayak, fish and throw a Red Claw pot in. We saw some huge ones being caught. We had a bicycle ride and some lovely walks and took our Kayaks for a spin. We jagged some perfect weather both times and found ourselves in a quiet part of the world watching the Kangaroos and bird life. If you have kids there is a put put golf course that I’m sure they’d love to check out.

The cabins are modern with lovely verandahs, BBQ facilities and were very well appointed. For us it was the perfect stay both times 👍