I've been a radio presenter at 5KIxFM Community Radio Kangaroo Island since February 2017 and I've done about 50 sessions (once a week). Until now I have relied on the headphones they have available. Almost every time I choose a pair that buzzes or whooshes in my ear. So I have been searching for decent... Continue Reading →
How Far Can the Tamron 18-400 Shoot?
Remember I produced a video showing the full range of my Tamron 18-400mm? Recently I found a new way to provide a photographic representation of the amazing focal-length that can be achieved. I shot each of these photos off the rear of the ferry traveling from Cape Jervis across to Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island: From Cape... Continue Reading →
New Review of Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3
Back in September 2017 I uploaded a video entitled "Wow, the Tamron 18-400mm Lens is Awesome!" Here it is if you don't remember... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57r3RX_aJeg Wow, some people were harsh and gave it NINE thumbs down. Upon reviewing my clip, I realised I wasn't truly showing the range and capabilities of the lens. During a recent... Continue Reading →
New Path, Old Jetties, & Good News (for Me!)
My latest vlog includes: A quick review of the new pathways running from the penguin walk to the top of Reeves Point in Kingscote, and A leisurely midday stroll on at least two of the three Kingscote jetties, plus Some good news about me. I say it a few times, the 2nd and 3rd times... Continue Reading →
Testing the Tamron 18-400mm
Watch to the end to see the difference between 18mm and 400mm when I photograph the yellow sign stuck on the rocks through to the next beach! https://youtu.be/57r3RX_aJeg
Your Actions & Words Speak on Behalf of your Business
Whenever you speak, remember that you speak on behalf of both yourself and for the business you work within.Here's my story of proof. About 10 years ago one morning I was traveling on a train from home into Adelaide city for my day job. At one station a guy got on with his bike. Normally... Continue Reading →
The Answer to the Penultimate Question!
Being a parent has taught me some amazing life lessons, one of which contradicts what I have always believed. So I am producing a informative tongue-in-cheek video that will reveal my answer to the most important question of all time. What is the question? Aha, no! That too will be revealed! To see the video... Continue Reading →
Free Money!
Picture below reveals all. I laugh every time I look at it! Sorry, no free money, not ever, particularly not from Nigeria.
Bags and Cartons Made by Apple
Picture this: A world where your groceries are carried in bags so sophisticated they could probably schedule your next shopping trip, and pizza boxes so meticulously designed, they make your slice feel like it's on vacation in Italy. Now, you might be thinking, "Is this some kind of sci-fi food fantasy?" Well, not exactly. Welcome... Continue Reading →
Learn Something New Every Day
Whilst my 2yo son cried for no apparent reason this morning, I quietly said to him ... "You have been alive for less than 750 days. That's 1/50th, a mere 2%, of your potential life. Today is just one day. Tomorrow is another. Let's put this nappy on, and take another breath." ... It's easy... Continue Reading →
The Sound of Silence
This is the original version of 'The Sound of Silence' from 1964 from the album 'Wednesday Morning, 3 AM': Just Simon's guitar and the vocals. After 'Wednesday Morning, 3 AM' flopped, they split up. Without either of their knowledge, both electric guitars and drums were added and this version of The Sound of Silence became... Continue Reading →
Ensure your House Smoke Detectors Meet Current Regulations (AUS)
I researched this information after our rental-home smoke-detector beeping beeped at 2.30am yesterday morning. At the time I also asked on Facebook (in a KI Q&A group) what should be done in the short term: All my good friends on Kangaroo Island suggested the 9Volt battery needed replacing. Yes, there is one inside the device.... Continue Reading →
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