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Interview with Astronomer Mark Rigby

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Image Credit: Brisbane City Council We chatted with Brisbane City Council’s Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium Curator and astronomer, Mark Rigby about the stars, the moon and comets:  Tell us about the upcoming Halley’s Comet? Halley’s Comet will not be seen with the naked eye until 2061 (41 years from now). It is currently further from the Sun than the planet Neptune. … [Read more...] about Interview with Astronomer Mark Rigby

How to Dress Up Like a Zombie from Walking Dead

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Photo by Dylan Sauerwein on Unsplash It's been a goal of mine to attend a Cosplay or Zombie Walk through town. Unfortunately, my girlfriend and myself can't remember the right date for this year's event. Since Brisbane is the hottest capital city in the country it is difficult to wear a classic all-black costume. So try to come up with a modern take on the … [Read more...] about How to Dress Up Like a Zombie from Walking Dead

6 Brisbane City Bike Rides that’ll Get You in the Next Gear

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Photo by Jonny Kennaugh on Unsplash Brisbane residents have dusted off their bikes and pumped up their bike tires for a trip during the quarantine. Brisbane City Council has seen a 17% rise in foot and bike traffic along its popular river walks. There are estimated to be 800 plus city cycles rides being taken each day. Brisbane City Council has compiled a list of the best … [Read more...] about 6 Brisbane City Bike Rides that’ll Get You in the Next Gear

Heavily Meditated by Caitlin Cady – Book Review

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Image Credit: Hardie Grant Heavily Meditated by Caitlin Cady is a user-friendly guide to meditation that will appeal particularly to beginners and those who have previously tried this ancient practice and failed. Caitlin’s inimitable, friendly style makes her instructions easy to follow and enables you to build up from as little as a 5 minute session. Caitlin’s story is a … [Read more...] about Heavily Meditated by Caitlin Cady – Book Review