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
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
The author reflects on moving to Pemberton, Western Australia, highlighting its beauty and the local craftsmanship exemplified by furniture maker Andrew Kristoffersson. They express gratitude for his skill and the meaningful furniture they commissioned, emphasizing the importance of supporting local artisans. … More Settling In: Supporting Local Craftsmanship
The author reflects on their past enjoyment of golf, which was hindered by time constraints and priorities like family and work. Now with more free time, they casually play at home, finding joy in the simplicity of the game without pressure or commitment. … More Five Acres, One Club, No Tee Time
🎄 Merry Christmas from Arthur & Melissa 🎄 To our family and friends near and far…we wish you a very Merry Christmas. We hope your day is filled with laughter, a good present or two, and time spent with those closest to you. As 2025 draws to a close, we’re grateful for what the year … More 🎄 Merry Christmas from Arthur & Melissa 🎄
This summer arrives. This year we plan to enjoy it a bit more. A few things to do today, but it was a good day—so much to appreciate, including this morning view from our place in Applecross. Summer has always been my favourite season, but the last few summers were swallowed by work, building a … More Making Space to Enjoy Summer…
The Manjimup Cherry Festival is a lively gathering in Western Australia’s Southern Forests region, highlighting its status as a premier food-producing area. The event unites the community, celebrating local produce, creativity, and the importance of togetherness during the festive season. … More Manjimup Cherry Festival: A Region Celebrates
Took Melissa to Par 3, a local mini golf course in Busselton, Western Australia. We had big fun. We shall return!
The clip explores business issues, emphasizing digital transformation projects. Drawing from experience in various sectors, the author identifies four crucial factors for project success: leadership, culture, process, and technology. The clip offers valuable insights into #business, #projectmanagement, and #digitaltransformationstrategy. For more, watch the full reel. … More Digital Transformation: Project Themes for Success
Being Arthur 