The questions we needed answers for when planning our first European Trip
European Family road trip.
Our three week family road trip in Europe took us through Germany, France and Switzerland.
Unique Australian Traditions
Australia is such a truly multicultural nation that it is very hard to pinpoint unique Australian traditions. We’ve seen several waves of immigration since colonisation. Firstly there were the Irish, British and Chinese immigrants during the gold rush years. Then the post WWII refugees from European countries, many of whom worked on major construction projects….
What is WordPress doing to prevent content scraping?
Like hundreds of WordPress bloggers over the past week, I was horrified to find the entire contents of my blog had been copied to the content scraping Tygpress site. I now know the importance of protecting my site to prevent content scraping. Some bloggers weren’t particularly worried, as it really didn’t affect them all that…
How I stopped Tygpress stealing content.
This certainly isn’t the post I should have been writing today. In fact I have just wasted two full days dealing with the Tygpress content scraping debacle. In case you missed it, hundreds ofwordpress bloggers’ content has been copied onto this dubious Indian site. Some bloggers have even closed their sites down in frustration. However…
Aussie etiquette- what you need to know
When visiting any new country, it’s wise to accustom yourself with the local customs. Australians are very laid-back and casual. But there are still a few little pieces of “Aussie etiquette” you should know when you visit Australia Australian’s enjoy a fairly casual lifestyle, with very few strict social rules. We like to give everyone…
3 things to know about renting a car in Europe
There are many ways to travel around Europe. Few options are more comfortable and flexible than hiring a rental car and taking a road trip. However there are a few regulations you need to be aware of when renting a car in Europe. Hiring a car in Europe means that you can take things at your…
Favourite Australian Foods
While Australians love good cuisine as much as anyone, there are a few favourite Australian foods that you’ll find in most kitchens. Australian food has developed into a diverse cuisine which reflects our multicultural society. You’ll find an Indian, Italian or Chinese restaurant in almost every town. Some of our favourite dishes have been “borrowed”…
The Great Aussie Barbie
The great Aussie barbie would have to be Australian’s number one social activity. Almost every home in Australia would have a barbecue in the backyard, where friends and family gather for a relaxed meal. You’ll find a free barbecue in most Australian parks and nearly every community group owns a portable barbecue, that can be…
Great Australian pub food
Heading down to the local hotel or club bistro for some great Australian pub food is a regular part of Australian life. In Sydney, Melbourne,or any of the other major centres you will find pubs and clubs offering cheap counter meals, alongside the diverse culinary experiences which are available. If you are venturing out to…