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Scenes from Hawthorn Villa Estate

March 20, 2015 By Johanna Baker-Dowdell

Drive just 20 minutes from Launceston towards Devonport and you'll find the National Trust listed Hawthorn Villa Estate.   A private home with gorgeous accommodation in the converted stables, the owners held an Open Garden on the recent long weekend and we dropped in for a visit. Here's some of the photos I took while … [Read more...]

Searching for the Golden Hazelnut

March 19, 2015 By Johanna Baker-Dowdell

We moved to Tasmania almost five years ago to start a hazelnut farm.   There is no farm yet, but we have visited lots of farms in our research (let's just say we're still in the research stage). Before we moved to this incredible island, Harvey spoke to hazelnut farmers around the country. The couple who made the biggest impression were … [Read more...]

Yondover Kids

February 21, 2013 By webadmin

After seeing Gina from Yondover Farm at the Apron Design Market last night and hearing they had lots of kids, we thought we'd pay a visit today. All three boys were charmed by the babies. Harvey thought we should bring one home, but I think we need a farm first! This one took a real liking to Harvey. And we saw some mummies-to-be too. … [Read more...]

Winter Sun

February 21, 2013 By webadmin

Today was the most glorious winter's day - not just because the sun warmed our backs, but also because we had a day filled with activities everyone enjoyed.   (download) Our day started with a spot of retail therapy at the Launceston Apron Design Market, which entertained me more than the kids, but they still enjoyed finding lovely … [Read more...]

Winter Scenes

February 21, 2013 By webadmin

As I blogged last week, the mist has been heavy and winter has definitely arrived in our little corner of Tasmania. Mornings are now frosty, with everything covered in a white film that glistens upon melting as the sun rises in the clear blue sky.   … [Read more...]

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