Welcome to the latest DOWNunder UPdate Australian newsletter from Bellaonline – The Voice of Women.

It’s been an interesting conversation over at the forums – One of our readers found the “kangaroo alert” accessory that you can attach to your bull bar whilst travelling throughout outback Australia. Another has told us about Circular Quay. Pop over to the forum and join us. Here’s the link: http://forums.bellaonline.com/ubbthreads.php/forums/315/1/Australia

One of my favourite Australian composers is Percy Grainger and last week I wrote an article about this dynamic and somewhat eccentric Australian who has given us some of the most iconic light music. Here’s the link to the article: http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art62346.asp

Here’s a rundown of the latest news in Australia through the eyes of the most popular newspapers.
http://www.theaustralian.com.au/ The Australian
http://afr.com/ The Financial Review
http://www.smh.com.au Sydney Morning Herald

My goodies for you this week involve an interesting interactive map of Australia, some great mosaic art and fabulous photos from an outback tour. Enjoy!

http://www.the-discount-travel-guide.com/Maps.html a great interactive map of Australia to help you find that perfect spot.

http://www.ozmosaics.com.au/mosaic/en/galleries.html Steve Irwin Mosaic at Australia Zoo

http://www.cattledrive.com.au/gallery/photos/touring some interesting photos from adventure touring in South Australia

Well, that’s all from me this week. I hope you enjoy your week ahead and I’ll pop in again next Wednesday and say hello.
Cheerio for now

Judie Bellingham, Australia Editor
http://Australia.bellaonline.com

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