Day 2 of the The Indian Pacific Sydney – Perth (Part One)

Day 2 of the "Ultimate Australian Rail Holiday" 19th May 2016 (Part One) The Indian Pacific is due into Broken Hill at 6.30am, and despite my best efforts to sleep on, our carriage has been stirring into life from around 5.00am. There are 9 twin cabins in each Gold Class carriage, and most of our 18 passengers intend … Continue reading Day 2 of the The Indian Pacific Sydney – Perth (Part One)

Episode 8 of The Good Life: Community gardens, the looming election and meet Maggie Sydenham

Episode 8 of The Good Life YouTube Channel for over 55s is now available to view! This is a great episode this month for those seniors wondering about how the latest cuts in the Federal Budget will affect their future aged care needs, and the feasibility of working until 70. Watch Toby Dawson, IRT Foundation Manager in discussion … Continue reading Episode 8 of The Good Life: Community gardens, the looming election and meet Maggie Sydenham

Our “Ultimate Australian Rail Holiday” begins with The Indian Pacific from Sydney

I have been addicted to rail travel since my first three month Eurailpass in 1978. Trust me, I milked that pass for all the value I could - including riding the night trains back and forward between major cities, so I could sight-see several days in each city, but never pay for accommodation - a … Continue reading Our “Ultimate Australian Rail Holiday” begins with The Indian Pacific from Sydney