
Victoria Arnel


Cooks Column
Anne’s chocolate cake
I’ve told you before that I can’t do light and fluffy – which is why I don’t cook sponges or cakes much. But my daughter’s friend, Anne, assured me that this was an easy-peasy, one bowl, one spoon chocolate cake – that ANYONE could make.

Forest Yarns
Forest yarns
It is hard to understate the amount of timber that was used for firewood in the early days, before people had access to electricity and gas. Almost every house had a wood stove in the kitchen, as well as fireplaces in other parts of the house. Many workplaces required timber

On the Brink
The majestic mountain ash
By Neil Laurie

50 Years Ago
Tragedy and heroism at Basin outlet
By Alan McLean

Publications
April 3, 2025
Food and fun at Colbo Market Day

All About Wildlife
Time to preserve nature while we can
Kirsty Ramadan - Bohollow Wildlife

Garden Hints & Tips
Autumn is my favourite time of year
. . . and I have a few reasons for this.

Cooks Column
Chicken and spinach lasagne roll ups
Higher food and grocery costs are affecting our weekly budget. I found this recipe and I did get a few meals from one barbecue chook!

On the Brink
When will they ever learn?
By Neil Laurie

50 Years Ago
House fire at Moora in late March of 1975
By Alan McLean

Publications