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Marj Simonsen

An Artistic Life Inspired by Gardens

Hearts of the Mountain

AT 86-years-old Marj Simonsen has no plans to slow down. Behind the front door of her picture-perfect cottage, Maison des Fleurs, is a light-filled home alive with her vibrant artworks, felting and plants. “My artwork […]

James Bartle, Outland Denim

Hearts of the Mountain

Hearts of the Mountain

Despite running an international company with headquarters in Melbourne, James Bartle’s heart is deeply held on Tamborine Mountain.  The founder of Outland Denim is a fifth-generation local and after growing up in Longreach and spending […]

Marcus McKay

A Passion for Food

Hearts of the Mountain

For Marcus McKay becoming a chef when he finished school was a chance to explore the world. And that’s exactly what he’s done. “I have lived and worked in France, Japan, Vanuatu and Thailand,” he […]

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People and their Pets

Sammy and Laura

Sammy the long-haired Chihuahua is sweet and friendly and full of enthusiasm.  Unfortunately, says Laura McConnell, none of Sammy’s enthusiasm is for education, with him earning a ‘participation’ award at puppy school.  Sammy four years, […]

One small place on earth

One small place on earth: Velvet worm

Velvet Worm – Peripatopsidae sp, Palm Grove National Park.  This standout creature was filmed seven years ago.  It remains the one and only velvet worm I have encountered.  I didn’t know what I was looking at, but […]

Providence Farm Hall
Our Scenic Gems

A business built on a hall

Rich history reignited by couple’s vision WHEN Emma McKenzie and her partner Tegan decided to get married in 2018 it was a sensible decision for them to stage the ceremony in the old Providence Farm […]