The Roustabout, Author at The Local Rag

Three Blue Ducks Brings Simple, Real Food to Bellingen’s The Lodge

Next level restaurant group Three Blue Ducks are set to open its latest location in Bellingen on the New South Wales mid-north coast in 2023. The new venue, named Three Blue Ducks Bellingen, will be located at The Lodge, which boasts 16 acres of gardens and is situated between Bellingen's rainforest and surf beaches. …

14 February 20231 minRead time

Events Victoria

Le Dîner en Blanc Is Coming to Ballarat

The world-renowned event, Le Dîner en Blanc, is making its way to Ballarat for the first time ever on Saturday, April 1, 2023. The event, which originated in Paris in 1988, is now hosted in over 120 cities worldwide including New York, Vancouver, Shanghai, and Sydney. Le Dîner en Blanc is a gourmet dining experience…

11 February 20232 minRead time

Agriculture

Unleash the Power of Celtuce

Celtuce is a unique vegetable that is gaining popularity in the culinary world due to its versatility and nutritious properties. Also known as stem lettuce or asparagus lettuce, celtuce is a type of lettuce that is grown for its stem rather than its leaves. The stem is crunchy and has a mild flavour, making it…

1 February 20233 minRead time

Agriculture

What Is Cow Tipping?

Cow Tipping is a supposed prank or dare in which a person or group of people sneak up on a sleeping cow and push it over. The idea is that the cow will be caught off guard and will fall over, unable to get back up. This practice is often depicted in popular culture, such…

23 January 20234 minRead time

Victoria

Celebrate the Best of Gippsland Produce at the Meeniyan Garlic Festival

The Meeniyan Garlic Festival is back and better than ever, celebrating the region's high-quality garlic and produce with food, wine, music, arts, and crafts on Saturday, February 18th. This year, the festival will feature 15 garlic growers from across Victoria, offering locals and out-of-towners the chance to taste and enjoy over two tonnes of garlic.…

21 January 20232 minRead time

Victoria

Hotel Vera: A Luxurious and Sustainable Getaway in the Heart of Ballarat’s Historic District

After four long years of development, the doors of Hotel Vera have finally opened to the public. Located in the heart of Ballarat's historic district at 710 Sturt Street, this 19th-century mansion offers guests luxurious accommodation with a focus on sustainability and local heritage. ALSO READ: The Best Pubs in Ballarat Martin Shew and David…

21 January 20232 minRead time

New South Wales

Everything You Need to Know About the Jenolan Caves

Located in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, Australia, the Jenolan Caves are a series of stunning underground limestone caves that have been formed over millions of years. These caves, which are some of the oldest and most well-preserved in the world, are home to a variety of unique and beautiful geological formations, including…

5 January 20236 minRead time

Victoria

Everything You Need to Know About Budj Bim National Park

Budj Bim National Park is a national park located in the state of Victoria, Australia. It is named after Budj Bim, an ancient volcano in the region that is considered a significant site for the local Indigenous people. The park is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including threatened species such as…

3 January 20234 minRead time

Victoria

Everything You Need to Know About Sovereign Hill

Sovereign Hill is an open-air museum in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia. It is an historical re-creation of an Australian gold mining town of the 1850s. The museum is set on a 25-acre site and features a range of exhibits and activities that showcase the history, culture, and lifestyle of the gold rush era in Australia. …

3 January 20236 minRead time

Local Knowledge

What Is the Fun Scale?

The fun scale is a concept that is often used to describe the relative level of enjoyment or pleasure that an activity or experience provides. The scale is often depicted as a spectrum, with activities or experiences that are highly enjoyable or pleasurable at one end, and those that are less enjoyable or unpleasant at…

3 January 20236 minRead time

Agriculture

What Is the Difference Between Llamas and Alpacas?

Llamas and alpacas are both members of the camelid family, which also includes camels. They are similar in many ways, but there are some key differences between the two. Llamas are larger than alpacas, and they have a more rectangular body shape. Llamas also have longer necks and legs, and their ears are larger and…

1 December 20228 minRead time

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