Author Archives: Golds

About Golds

Originally from Perth, Australia I now live in Melbourne after spending 3 years in London. I'm interested in everything from AFL Football and also the world game (Soccer), Photography, to the regulatory environment surrounding Telecommunications.

Reflection on 2011

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Golds

Well it’s been quite a year. A little tough at the start trying to get back into the swing of Melbourne after the “fantasy land” as I like to think of London. A definite change of pace but now I’ve … Continue reading →

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The Injury!

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Golds

Well to say it was a shock when the physio said “it’s not your calf it’s your achilles” is an understatement, but when the orthopaedic surgeon says you will be away from normal activity for 4 – 6 months is … Continue reading →

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The Market Pub Website is LIVE!

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Golds

The day has arrived Well done to my brother-in-law for getting The Market Pub‘s website up and running – it looks great, but don’t take my word for it – check it out! BTW – if you are thinking of … Continue reading →

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Melbourne – Great Food and Wine

Posted on March 6, 2011 by Golds

After a couple of months back we are starting to settle into Melbourne life. There is a definite change of pace from London, thankfully Richmond is right in the thick of it. I couldn’t imagine living further out in the … Continue reading →

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The Sun is Shining on the Red Sea

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Golds

A quick post while I have free Wi-Fi in the Mecure Hotel we are staying at in Dahab, Egypt which is on the Red Sea in the Gulf of Aqaba. View Larger Map We have been in relaxation mode – … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Egypt

Posted on November 19, 2010 by Golds

Right – they let us into Egypt… can’t believe how big Cairo is – 23 million people and it has grown so much that basically Giza and Cairo are now connected up… coming from the airport our driver says “if … Continue reading →

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The Exodus Trip 2010 – Part 1

Posted on November 14, 2010 by Golds

Katherine and I are well having just survived a 9 hour train journey into Budapest (Hungary) from Ljubljana (Slovenia). It was an early start for us both but it’s nice to arrive mid-afternoon with the sun still shining rather than … Continue reading →

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Another Chelsea Win!

Posted on September 28, 2010 by Golds

Chelsea 2 – Marseille 0 We didn’t get out of second gear and we still won. I reckon UEFA need to sort out this Champions League Group stage, because it’s really not a spectacle. Sure it’s nice to see your … Continue reading →

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Packing and Monza F1 GP Weekend

Posted on September 11, 2010 by Golds

Well the countdown has commenced. The shipping boxes arrived this morning and it’s all becoming more real. Under 8 weeks before finishing up work and then a two month holiday… no fixed address! Christmas in Adelaide then Melbourne in the … Continue reading →

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The Amazing Race Is Over

Posted on August 14, 2010 by Golds

The last ones to arrive…. In saying that, it’s not bad to have a weekend at home since, well, I can’t honestly remember! In the last little while we’ve seen places and had the most relaxing time-off too. Sailing the … Continue reading →

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