Month: July 2017

More setbacks

More setbacks

Matt and I both know that pretty much anything to do with boats gets delayed, takes longer and costs more than you expect.   So we  were  annoyed – but not surprised – when the boatyard called this week to say we weren’t being hauled out next…

Fame and fortune?

Fame and fortune?

We had a lot of fun filming on Iron Will today.  ABC’s daily analysis and social commentary programme “The Drum” are planning a segment on why some Aussie families choose an unconventional lifestyle, and we’re going to be one of those unconventional families! It started…

Haven? or Hades?

Haven? or Hades?

T minus 8.  A week tomorrow and we will be liveaboards! Our 12 month adventure will have properly begun.  It feels strange to think that next Sunday night will be the last we sleep in our lovely house for a while. The bed, I have to say,…

Radio interview

Radio interview

Our radio interview on ABC Tropical North was broadcast today.  It’s very strange hearing a recording of yourself, but it went well and we’re hoping it’ll give other families food for thought. CLICK HERE to listen.