On Sunday, July 10, 2011 the Australian government announced that the 500 largest polluters in Australia would be taxed at $23/tonne of carbon emission, effective from July 1, 2012. Lets start at the very beginning, ‘carbon tax’ is a tax levied on the carbon emitted when fossil fuels like coal, petroleum (from which products like gasoline and [...]

I’m dismayed to hear about the violence in London. Its disgraceful. Steve Kavanagh of the MET police London says there are lessons to be learnt. Yes of course Steve, and Theresa May (Home Secretary) and the rest of those in power, but learn them quick, and before its too late. I’m surprised by the sheer audacity [...]

I’m on to my next job – finding a job. This should be easy, TV programs and ‘Down Under’ seminars in the UK will tell you that jobs are easily available in Australia, and salaries much better. Dream place for job-hunting then… Not really, if like me, you’re a marketing professional, if you’ve moved to [...]

It’s probably a bit early to declare my love for Australia but I do feel like it right now. I know this may change, in fact I’m certain it will, I know I will have good days and bad, but right now, I love Australia! Besides the great climate, lovely beaches, sunshine, beer and nice people , here’s [...]

Right, I’m one of the many Brits who swapped Britain for Australia. Why the swap, the usual suspects – warm weather, plenty of sunshine, the beach, better lifestyle…  What did I leave behind – a good job, lovely house, fashion, family and cold and grey Britain. Ok so that’s already beginning to sound like a [...]