There’s no doubt that the vineyards in the Coal River Valley are a sure sign that the season is changing. The landscape is covered in patchwork blankets of bright red, orange, and yellow. The days are becoming noticeably shorter, too, and it’s now dark in the mornings when my alarm goes off. There’s a slight…

Ah, summer – what a glorious season! The sun’s warmth, the long days, and the lazy evenings make it the perfect time to relax and unwind … but … the risk of bushfires increases. The Valley – that’s the Coal River Valley to those that aren’t local – is a hub of activity during this…

The festive season is here, and Aquila is certainly enjoying the celebrations. Our front entrance sculpture, fondly nicknamed ‘Lady Keypad of Aquila’, is in the Christmas spirit. I crocheted a cute little Christmas hat for her last week, and Jason helped by making the white pom-pom. It’s a joy to see her all dressed up…