The environment shapes behaviour more than we admit—setting tone, influencing choices, and framing perception. These posts explore both natural and built environments, where place, atmosphere, and context quietly alter how people act, think, and respond.
Michael questions whether renewable energy is as clean, durable and self-sustaining as its promise suggests. From solar panels and wind turbines to coal-powered manufacturing, recycling and the appetite for electricity, he weighs the hidden costs behind the green transition—and wonders whether replacing one energy problem may simply create another.
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After a hefty summer water bill, we found a practical way to top up our pool with rainwater. Two slimline tanks collect runoff from the garage roof, feeding excess water to the pool and the garden. They cannot carry us through summer, but they help reduce our utility bill significantly.
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Golden Bay residents want to protect their remaining dunes, but their own homes stand where other dunes once existed. That is the uncomfortable irony. We protest development after securing our piece of it, demanding nature be preserved beyond our fences while quietly ignoring what was cleared to build them there.
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We needed a new garden shed but barely spent a cent building it. Leftover Jarrah, unwanted roofing iron and recycled shelves provided almost everything we needed. With a little ingenuity, some useful scraps and just $23 worth of screws, our recycled building materials became the appropriately named Shed 23, naturally.
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Why do some people prefer thunderstorms to sunshine? The answer may involve sensory comfort, personality, emotional alignment and the appeal of structured chaos. Storms offer intensity without social pressure, creating an experience that feels dramatic, immersive and strangely calming while remaining safely observed from a distance.
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Some people run from thunderstorms. I reach for my camera. Storms do not pretend to be harmless, and perhaps that is their appeal. They expose pressure, darkness and hidden danger. In SEETHINGS, lightning becomes more than weather. It reveals what happens when the storm is already inside someone.
Why Some of Us Wait for Thunderstorms While Everyone Else Runs Inside Read More »
Australia experiences intense and unpredictable storms that pose significant risks, particularly to drivers. Many fatalities occur when drivers attempt to navigate flooded roads, misjudging the danger. This is exacerbated by the country’s flat terrain, where sudden rainfall can create dangerous conditions in moments. Awareness and caution are crucial for survival.
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