The Pemberton Pool: A still, emerald stretch of water held by a concrete edge, framed by towering karri, with the forest doubled in the reflection. On a quiet morning like this, it looks exactly like what it is: a piece of the past that still belongs to the present. … More The Pemberton Pool — Where the Past and Present Meet
This is a reflection on the catalyst for a plan to a smooth landing into retirement, and what surprised me most about life on the other side. … More Retirement: Planning for a Smooth Landing
For a few years now, Melissa and I have been quietly collecting. A cactus here. A succulent there. Pots placed on this patch, or that spot, the plants waiting patiently for a home of their own. In Pemberton that home now exists. What you’re looking at is our completed succulent garden, built around the space … More A Succulent Garden for Melissa
Melissa and I celebrated our anniversary in Melbourne by exploring the city and enjoying quality time together. We visited the Formula 1 Exhibition, reflecting on our beautiful life and deepening our bond as partners. Life may not be perfect, but it’s fulfilling. … More Celebrating our Wedding Anniversary: Melbourne 2026
I am enjoying an early morning walk in Applecross, Western Australia along the Swan River, it is revitalizing and reflective. I see pelicans and a black swan, setting a positive start for the day ahead. … More Swan River Life
Early 2026. The United States goes to war with Iran. Oil prices spike. And somewhere in a car showroom, the future of electric vehicles quietly shifts direction. Early 2026. The United States goes to war with Iran. Oil prices spike. And somewhere in a car showroom, the future of electric vehicles quietly shifts direction. That’s … More A Road Not Taken…An Opportunity Missed
Gen Fresh. The name does a lot of work. It speaks to produce that is genuinely, measurably fresh — world-class fruit and vegetables grown in one of Australia’s finest food regions. It speaks to genuine people — farming families whose identity is inseparable from what they grow. It speaks to generational change — inspiring the … More Supporting Made in WA: Championing our Farmers, Communities and the Southern Forests Through Gen Fresh
The escalating conflict between the United States and Iran is being discussed and analysed by commentators around the world. But for me this isn’t just a geopolitical story — I have family in both Dubai and Bahrain, and what is happening is personal. … More The US-Iran Conflict: Leadership, Risk, and a Personal View
In November 2025, Melissa and I sailed on the Silver Moon from Singapore to Fremantle, enjoying stunning sunsets and exceptional service. We were captivated by the cruise experience and have already planned our next trip with Silversea for 2027. … More Our Singapore Cruise Adventure: A Reflection
In the heart of Western Australia’s Southern Forests sits the beautiful town of Pemberton — once known mainly as timber town, it is now one of Australia’s premier food, agriculture, and wine regions. Since moving from the city, Melissa and I have discovered experiences we never imagined. We enjoy drinking wine, but we had never … More From Soil to Glass
Being Arthur 