Probably the biggest story in sport in the last year has been Lance Armstrong’s spectacular fall from grace. Armstrong had long been considered one of history’s greatest athletes, but recent events have shown huge flaws in his plan to be the world’s best; flaws that resulted in him losing almost everything that he set out […]
I’ve just returned from a trip to South Africa and Botswana and have had to “confront” the risks of both humans and animals. Before leaving, I must admit I was very aware of the potential risks and dangers of the trip. The plan was to spend four or five days in Johannesburg and almost three […]
I have just watched the documentary on ABC Television about the ‘Black Saturday’ bushfires in Victoria three years ago. “Then the Wind Blows” is the story of the Strathewen community and how it got entirely wiped out. It’s a powerful story, extremely well told, with images that I am sure will always be in my […]