Archive for April, 2025

Padre White: A legacy

Posted: April 23, 2025 in Albany and the South Coasts
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ANZAC Day is just about upon us, and throughout Australia, New Zealand, and for that matter, all over the world, the ANZAC Day dawn service is a beloved tradition.

What is not so well known is how the Dawn Service started. In preparing this video, I scoured the many websites, specifically those that speak of the legend of Padre White.

With the help of a local historian, Malcolm Traill, the Albany sub-branch of the Returned Services’ League (RSL) and the Priest-in-charge of St John’s Anglican Church in Albany, I have sought to faithfully bring the Padre White story to life.

This is a story of a World War 1 chaplain who brought his experiences back to Australia and led his congregation in a memorial service that gave birth to an important tradition for Australians and New Zealanders.

We thank Padre White for his part in remembering those who had given their lives for their country and contributing to the heritage of our two nations.

It’s a Small World

Posted: April 4, 2025 in Albany and the South Coasts, Uncategorized
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Clubs that support hobbies and special interests are an important part of society. The model railway club in Albany is an example of how clubs like this can contribute to the mental health and wellbeing of its members, can create memories, build skills and expertise, and provide interest for both visitors and locals alike.

This video explores some of these things and provides the opportunity to enter into the miniature world of model railways.

In fact, I was so keen to enter this miniature world, that the video starts with me doing just that – along with the help of some video magic. I hope you like it.