Sue's AMAZING Winged creature photos
September 30, 2008
Check out these photos that I took in PNG and Lao!
Orange Dragonfly - Lao -July 2008
Moth and fly - can you see the fly? Hidden Valley, PNG - September 2008
Red Dragonfly - Lao - July 2008
Winter white as a ghost – I make small children cry!
September 27, 2008
I need to work on taking the glare off my very Sydney winter white skin, because on my recent trip to Lihir, I was making small children cry – mistaken as a GHOST.
I have only ever been mistaken for a “white” person once before – in Zimbabwe in Africa… and now here in PNG – it seems there is only black and white with no other shades or colours in between.
On my drive around the island of Lihir – we stopped half way around to visit a village on the beach who had just finished their church service.
I stepped out of our vehicle – and immediately spotted some children playing on the black sand beach.
I followed the kids down the beach – with my camera and was followed by more kids and we had ourselves a little photo session – most of them were fascinated!
One of the little boys in the group started to cry- and I was then told that he was scared because I am WHITE and he thinks I am a ghost. They don’t see any other people in this part of the island – so I am considered white and frightening.
Can you spot the ghost?
Here are some of the photos from my very short time with this village.
YOUR BOOBS – an issue close to my heart in OCTOBER
September 18, 2008
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – if anyone has a right to get on the Breast Cancer band waggon, it’s me.
Every October – I am faced with the issue of Breast Cancer as I remember my dear mother, Lynette – who passed away on 12 October 1993 at the age of 52 after a five-year battle with the disease.
I am considered “High Risk” for breast cancer because of my “significant family history ” with this disease . Two of my mother’s sisters have also had breast cancer, my auntie Marilyn losing her 17-year battle in 2005. Because of this history and having gone through my own breast-related issues/treatment over a period of years, I am monitored annually by the Hereditary Cancer Clinic and am part of the high-risk group the at Prince of Wales Hospital.
KEEP ABREAST OF BREAST CANCER
In particular – Women aged 50-69 should have a mammogram every two years. Just because you are not of this age group does NOT mean that you should not know what to be looking out for! To ALL women (and men too) – particularly young women who may think that Breast Cancer is not a topic they need to think about right now – please take the time to find out a bit more about this disease – that affects 1:8 women in Australia.
FREE INFORMATION POSTERS
Here are some FREE information posters that I produced for Breast Cancer Awareness month in 2007 for my client St George Private Hospital – who I thank for allowing me to use them here at Zulu.
Please do forward this post to your friends.
ALL THE VERY “BREAST” to you this month
Zulu's championing the cause for natural Soy Candles – the answer is clear
September 14, 2008
This is my story about discovering the benefits of candles made from natural soy.
I was given a beautiful candle at the beginning of the year which I loved! The fragrance was divine – and I loved burning it in my office. Toward the end of the candle – I noticed that the container was getting sooty.
Well take a look at this……..this is how the candle glass ended up! What is the deal with this soot?? PARAFFIN is what! Should we be concerned about burning paraffin candles?
My friend Jill has been making candles made of Soy and she gave me one as a gift recently. I decided to find out more about the differences between paraffin and soy – and here’s what I’m sharing with you today.
Once you read what’s below – you’ll see the benefits of using Soy wax candles are obvious and I for one am a convert!
Why are candles made of Paraffin BAD?
- Most candles are made of paraffin wax, a petroleum by-product that is classified as a petrochemical.
- Paraffin contains 11 different toxins, two of which are KNOWN carcinogens.
- Breathing in the soot released by paraffin is as dangerous as inhaling second-hand smoke.
- Burning paraffin wax emits harmful vabours, and black soot.
- To release fragrances, paraffin must be blended with chemicals.
- If you spill paraffin wax it is extremely difficult to remove from fabric.
Why are candles made from Soy better for your health and environment?
Soy candles are made from soy wax, which is hydrogenated soybean oil- a vegetable. Here are some facts about the candles that Jill makes.
- Candles made from Soy are 100% all natural, biodegradable and completely non-toxic.
- Soy wax burns cleaner and cooler and completely away.
- Soy wax is toxin and carcinogen free.
- Candles made from soy burn up to 50% longer than paraffin-based candles and produce 90% less soot.
- Soy wax burns cooler, which disperses the aroma more quickly. Even when unlit, a soy candle’s fragrance is evident.
- Soy wax is also water soluble and biodegradable, so with some warm soapy water it’s very easy to clean up if there are spillages.
- Using candles made from soy wax supports our farmers.
Which would you rather experience, burning paraffin or lighting Soy candles?
I know it’s fairly cheap to buy pretty candles or bags of tealights for cheap from discount stores – but when I think about what exactly I’m burning into the environment when I burn paraffin wax – it’s usually in an enclosed space and I shudder at the thought of toxifying my environment – regardless of the prettiness or the nice smells!
Stay tuned for Zulu’s next step in the war against paraffin and campaign for candles made from 100% natural soy wax.
Collection of clothes and goods for Wagga refugees
August 28, 2008
Zulu’s client Aspire Australia is collecting general goods and clothing to take down to refugee communities in Wagga Wagga, NSW.
CEO Sarah Gillis has been supporting these settlers who have arrived from war ravaged and politically unstable countries across Africa and Asia after suffering various forms of political, physical, religious or cultural persecution.
Sarah and her daughter Emily transported the first trailer load of goods to Wagga in May this year.
COLLECTING FOR SEPTEMBER TRIP NOW:
So have a look in your cupboards and see if you have any items in good condition which could be donated to help the refugee families in Wagga – either for the children, parents or household.
Contact Aspire Australia to arrange delivery (you can drop off to our North Sydney office) or collection: 02 9956 6011 or visas@aspireaustralia.com.au
Sarah is also raffling a Zulu donated quilt to help raise money to continue her support of refugees in Wagga. Find out how you can buy a raffle ticket to win the quilt.
Zulu donates quilt for Wagga refugees
August 28, 2008
Zulu has donated a quilt to client Aspire Australia who has, for the past 18 months, been assisting the refugee/humanitarian communities in Wagga Wagga, NSW.
These settlers have arrived from war ravaged and politically unstable countries across Africa and Asia after suffering various forms of political, physical, religious or cultural persecution.
Aspire Australia provides migration advice and assistance to settlers to help bring husbands and wives, children, siblings and relatives to Australia where possible.
In support of Aspire Australia’s work in this area, Zulu has donated one of the beautiful hand made quilts from the Women at New Hope for Cambodian children which will be raffled to raise funds for Aspire’s on-going workwith refugees in Australia.
Contact Aspire Australia to purchase a raffle ticket and for more information about how you can be involved in helping refugee communities. Phone: 02 9956 6011 or email visas@apireaustralia.com.au
- Aspire Australia collecting your winter woolies for Wagga
- Find out more about New Hope Quilts and how you can buy or fundraise with one
Bomb Harvest the Film – 31 July Screening
July 23, 2008
Emergency Architects Australia are holding a screening of an Inspiring Australian Documentary:
BOMB Harvest the film
"This timely story is terrifying and yet filled with eccentric characters and moments of humour, it gives us a fresh and lyrical view of the most bobmed country on the planet, LAOS"
This fundraising event includes a Q&A with Director Kim Mordaunt and Producer Sylvia Wilczynski
Screening: 6:30pm – Thursday 31st July 2008
Chauvel Cinema, Paddington Town Hall Cnr Oxford Street & Oatley Rd Paddington NSW
Cost: $25 ( including post screening drinks)
Phone: 02 9332 4352 or 02 8004 7982 for more details or visit www.emergencyarchitects.org.au
Sri Lankan Computer Shop named after Sue
June 24, 2008
When I was in Sri Lank back in the first half of 2005 with Bruno doing our Tsunami relief effort – I spent a lot of time talking with him about his aspirations for a future beyond being a tour guide.
The volatile political situation in Sri Lanka means that the tourism industry fluctuates and Bruno is often not able to work for lack of tourists.
I have been mentoring Bruno since 2005 to help him realise his dream of buying a building and setting up a business in his home town of Haputale in the hills of Sri Lanka. Our mentoring has included giving advice on business planning and the practicalities of running a small business, a small business loan to help Bruno secure the premises and the collection of some computer bits, pieces and software to help him get started.
In October 2007, Bruno proudly opened the JBS Liu Computer Centre in Haputale, Sri Lanka
St George Private raises $1000 with New Hope quilts
June 11, 2008
Fundraising efforts have been led by some very dedicated supporters at the hosptial. Special thanks is due for Ros Berryman ( with Geraldine Cox- right) for her dedication and support with organising the raffles and sales of the 7 New Hope quilts.
Geraldine Cox paid a visit to St George Private Hospital on Valentine’s day 2008 to meet and thank staff for embracing Sunrise Children’s Village as one of their special charities to support.
St George Private Hosptial is one of Zulu’s most treasured clients. Sue has worked closely with CEO Tracey Burton to incorporate Social Responsibility programs supporting a select group of organisations working to help communities overseas.
The hospital’s Christmas 07 campaign included a substantial donation to Sunrise Children’s Village – as a gift on behalf of the Doctors at the Private Hosptial – which went toward feeding 300 children 3 meals a day for a month. The hospital also bought calendars for all their staff and suppliers for Christmas, embracing the spirit of giving and generosity in the truest sense.
Zulu applauds the leadership and generosity of the hospital’s Executive for their contributions and support.
Zulu Donates Quilt to Kogarah Mayor's Fundraiser
June 11, 2008
Zulu has donated one of the lovely quilts from New Hope for Cambodian Children to Kogarah Council to help raise money at the Mayor’s Ball on 15 August 2008.
Sue is pictured here with Mayor Nick Katris with the quilt which will be auction at the annual black tie ball – to raise money for projects supporting young people in Sydney’s South.
Mayor Katris said " I am totally thrilled that we have been given this beautiful quilt. We are so happy to have this special item to help us raise money for young people in our community. Thank you Sue for this lovely, generous and unique gift to our community and fundraiser"
Kogarah Council is one of Zulu’s valued clients and is proud to have been able to support the Mayor’s fundraising innitatives.
