I want to publicly acknowledge an old friend of my mums, Marea Catherine RUSH, ( nee Brady ) who passed away in September last year. Her family got in touch and informed us that their mother had left some money in her will for the people of Timor Leste. We decided that our friends the Alma nuns were in great need of support, coincidently it has all come through on independence day. Much Love and thanks to the Rush family

In a shout out to Jesuit Social Services and the Artful Dodgers studio young refugees are making their mark in a award that reflects cultural diversity in Victoria.Young entrepreneurs, scientists, activists, and volunteers are among the outstanding Victorians recognised tonight at the 2016 Victorian Young Achiever Awards.
Patron for the awards and Minister for Youth Affairs Jenny Mikakos joined more than 500 guests at the Awards Gala Presentation Dinner in Docklands to celebrate the achievements of young Victorians who are making a real difference in our community.
The Coffee Club Arts and Fashion Award – Fablice Manirakiza, ​Read more about Fablice and his acheivements here

Here lies the bodies of the ancestors, in particular

Got to the International Edinburgh FilmFestival to see world launch of Narcopolis, a debut sci-film for British Director Justin Trefgarne, with start Elliot Cowan Festival Director at talk after screening. 
Much travelled organic farmer Rod May claims Highland show, best agricultural show in the world.

Edinburgh is the most wonderful city, steeped in history and stories. Great to be back." This is a city of shifting light, of changing skies, of sudden vistas. A city so beautiful it breaks the heart again and again." Alexander Mc Call Smith