#The Rosewall Experiments

[unchartedstarsocs]

Just a lil bean.

Info about OC + sketch under cut:

I don't usually draw chibis, they tend to look really bad. But for some reason I had the urge to draw this. I think it turned out pretty well.

I spent entirely too much time shading this :D

Meet Eddie! He's from my WIP comic The Rosewall Experiments. I will be posting a masterpost about that story eventually, so I won't go into too much detail here. However, I will say that he is one of the Rosewall Experiments. And yes, Rosewall is a ripoff of Roswell.

Anyways, here's the sketch:

Oval tool, yay :D

Idk why the images are so big.

[unchartedstarsocs]

One of my stories actually takes place in New Mexico, so thanks for the references!

"oh, I live in a desert and-"

"wow that must be so terrible" "deserts are so ugly" "I would never want to live in a wasteland like that" "it's just empty nothingness"

wishing 10,000 exploding hammers upon you

behold New Mexico

[ID 1: tall, snowcapped rocky mountains rising above a plain filled with desert scrub

ID 2: brightly colored banded cliff walls of several mesas climbing their way into mountains

ID 3: a desert prairie

ID 4: colorful hoodoos against a twilight sky

ID 5: white sand dunes as far as the eye can see

ID 6: a collection of hoodoos against a stormy sky at sunset

ID 7: a juniper tree standing with a cliff wall in the background

ID 8: several juniper trees on a rocky landscape]

[veeples]

ockiss24 - chigisa

Another fic for @ockissweek! This time with two of my fave girls :-). title: i blinked (and suddenly i had a valentine) pairing: charlie rosewall/nagisa yogo (@lilas) rating: gen word count: ~1.6k [ao3 link!]

Charlie can admit, in the privacy of her heart, that she doesn’t know what the fuck to do about Valentine’s day.

Look, it’s never been a date that’s called for any special attention. She is a career woman first, a socially repugnant bitch second, and a total ignoramus with love last. Her experience with the holiday wasn’t one of a romantic nature. Each year, she gave her siblings each a box of nice chocolates and spent her evening in the company of whatever shitty romantic comedy she could find. For years, that was her routine. And she was quite happy for it, thank you.

That is, until she met Nagisa.

They’d met at an art gallery’s opening weekend and had bonded over some rather shoddy looking art that came off as unintentionally erotic, and not in any good way. Then they’d kept running into each other in the artist circles they both frequented but weren’t true participants in. Friendship never came naturally to Charlie, but theirs had been one she kept gravitating towards.

Friendship morphed slowly into attraction, and attraction developed into a baby crush, gasping and new but persistent. Anyone with eyes would have liked Nagisa with her generous curves and wicked smile like she always knew something you didn’t. Or, lacking that, ears to hear her tinkling laugh and lilting, light voice that bellied her alarmingly sharp wit. Nagisa is the kind of woman that’ll have Charlie counting her lucky stars that Nagisa ended up liking her back.

(That’s still something Charlie puzzles over. See: socially repugnant bitch.)

Well, that’s all great and good. She got the girl. Now she’s faced with the problem of how to keep the girl. Her humiliating inexperience with dating and woeful lack of knowledge is a familiar and irritating hindrance. What does she do? They hadn’t been together that long – six months – so what would be the most appropriate Valentine’s date for them? 

Dinner was a sort of option, albeit a dull one. Most nice places were fully booked for the night as well, so Charlie would be left with lower level scraps. She’d rather not spend the night fighting for a dingy little table at the Chilis, thanks. Scratch that.

Movies were also common enough. That might be fine if Charlie or Nagisa actually had any interest in the current showings. When Charlie tested those waters, she found the interest from her girlfriend tepid, at best.

(“Oh, February showings are almost as bad as January ones, Charlie. Especially this early into the month.” Nagisa had said after one brief, unimpressed glance at the listings. “There is a fun little romcom I think you’ll enjoy coming out at the end of the month, how’s that?”)

So that was also off the table.

Simple gifts were also aggravatingly difficult to navigate. Everything seemed too… tacky. Overwrought. Who needed a giant stuffed teddy bear crowding their space? No one. Or a cheap little mug filled with cheaper chocolate? Gross. Jewelry and lingerie were too advanced and too personal – Charlie blushed awfully red just thinking about choosing a frilly thing for Nagisa to wear – and Charlie doesn’t want to look, gods, desperate . 

She is, of course. She is terribly desperate to prove to Nagisa that she is a worthwhile girlfriend worth the months Nagisa spent pining for her, flirting with her, only to be met with the frustration of Charlie’s absolute ignorance to all of it. 

She just didn’t want it to be so painfully obvious.

Ah, fuck.

Love is really fucking hard.

*

Valentine’s day descends faster than she would like and the only thing Charlie secures is a decent bouquet of roses and an hour away from work to surprise Nagisa at lunch.

Despite the anxiety that this plan is supremely lame, Charlie did her best to dress herself well enough to impress. She put on the trousers that accentuated the length of her legs, chose a lip color Nagisa had once commented made her look “very yummy”, and spritzed herself with the expensive sandalwood perfume she’d worn for their first date. For a bit of confidence.

She needs every ounce she can manage.

Her hands keep clenching the bouquet in harsh, nervous spasms, which makes the cellophane crinkle noisily as she makes her way to Nagisa’s office. The walk feels a bit like the times she’d been sent to the headmaster’s office in her youth. There’s an overwhelming sense of foreboding, like she knows she’s already fucked this all up and all she’s got to look forward to is a fitting punishment for being a lackluster girlfriend.

Oh gods. Oh gods.

She can’t fucking do this.

There’s no time to formulate a last minute escape plan because Nagisa spots her through the window. Her round face instantly brightens with joy, eyes crinkling and mouth spreading into a wide grin. As always, that sends Charlie’s heart into a helpless, wild flutter. No one’s ever looked at her with such excitement like Nagisa has. No one’s ever looked at her like her being there has made their day better.

Nagisa is already standing up from her chair when Charlie steps inside her cramped little office. She holds out the bouquet in front of her like a shield and clears her throat discreetly.

“I see you’re– Here.” Fuck, bad start. Nagisa’s smile only grows in amusement, but she is thankfully patient with her floundering. “I mean, ah, I’ve brought you flowers. As you can see them.”

“I do, and they’re so very lovely,” Nagisa coos and steps out from behind her desk. “And whatever are they for, Charlie?”

Ah, she’s not playing nice then. Sometimes Nagisa will pity her and her apparent fondness for tripping over herself from her own emotional stupidity.

Not now, she supposes.

“For– you know, Valentine’s day. I wanted to take you out to lunch.” Charlie says, taking a small step forward and is disappointed when Nagisa takes the flowers from her hands, because it means now her hands have nothing to do. They clench spasmodically at her sides. “I have a table reserved for us at that restaurant that you like around the corner. The Thai place? It’s for a whole hour, and I’ve turned my phone off so there’s no chance someone will bother me.”

Nagisa hums in interest as she closes the space between them, but makes no effort in stopping Charlie’s sputtering over explanation. Nagisa’s hands settle on Charlie’s shoulders, stroking the silky fabric idly, her dark and lovely eyes sparkling and clear with her affection. This has the effect of making her brain flare up like an overheated filament before dying.

“A whole hour? Will you survive without checking your phone every ten seconds?” Nagisa says in that familiar teasing tone that Charlie hates to say she loves since she’s usually at the end of it.

“Yes,” Charlie says, a little too fast. Nagisa’s eyebrows quirk in mute disbelief. “Yes, of course! I won’t even have it on the table.” When Nagisa only stares at her, Charlie fumbles, panicked. “Do you not want to do lunch? We don’t have to. We can– I can find something, give me a second–”

Finally, feeling merciful, Nagisa cuts her off by pressing a chaste kiss to her mouth.

“Love, aren’t you the cutest? Do I make you so nervous?”

Heat flares up with the strength of an inferno up her neck. Charlie blushes viciously and gapes like an idiot. “I– Perhaps! Is it so bad I want to impress you? This is our first Valentine’s. Of many, I hope.”

“Oh, how many?”

Kill her.

“Ah– As many as you want to give me. You can have all of mine.”

Killing her would be a kindness.

“How romantic! Charlie, you’ll have me blushing with declarations like that.”

Nagisa is certainly not blushing. She does look as pleased as the cat who's got the canary.

“Yes, well, maybe I’ll come up with more life altering declarations at the restaurant. We should really go, I don’t want to waste our lunch hour,” Charlie says in an obvious bid for retreat from saying all of that . “So shall we?”

Nagisa laughs and kisses her again. This time, she lingers. Her hand moves from Charlie’s shoulder to cup her jaw. She is so warm pressed up against Charlie’s front, all soft curves and softer touches and smelling sweetly of roses. Charlie relaxes quickly into the kiss, tension and anxiety rolling off her, her heart slowing from its rabbit-fast pounding, and curls her hand around one full hip.

Charlie likes her so much. Even when Nagisa loves nothing more than to delight in teasing her painful awkwardness, Charlie feels it is from a place of pure fondness. Becoming such a damn fool wasn’t something she envisioned, but it’s a fine exchange to stay in Nagisa’s company.

“Nagisa,” Charlie breaks away from the kiss with a contented smile. “Lunch?”

“Mmm. I guess.” Nagisa pokes out her lip in a dramatic pout. Charlie notes, with a hot curl of satisfaction, that her plum lipstick has smudged.  “Yes, yes, let’s go, I think that curry I like will be perfect for today.”

They leave the office together, huddled close against the biting February wind. Charlie’s hand pressed against Nagisa’s back, Nagisa’s cheek laid delicately against her arm. They spend the hour in the cozy heat of the restaurant, laughing and holding hands across the table. Not once does Charlie think of her phone tucked away in her purse or the work she’ll have waiting for her.

As far as a proper first Valentine’s day goes, Charlie couldn’t ask for any better. Holding Nagisa, being kissed by Nagisa – this is already more than she’s ever dared to hope for herself.

[factinhistory]

What Happened on September 11 in Australian History?

September 11 holds significant moments in Australian history, reflecting the nation’s diverse experiences from wartime actions to cultural milestones. This article explores key events that occurred on this date, highlighting their impact on Australia’s historical and cultural landscape. From military engagements and sports achievements to notable births and significant protests, each event on September 11 has contributed to shaping Australia’s story.

What Happened on September 11 in Australian History?

Australia Invades New Britain (1914)

On September 11, 1914, during the early days of World War I, Australian forces launched an invasion of New Britain, a German-controlled territory in the Pacific. This military action was part of a broader effort by Allied forces to capture German territories in the Pacific. The Australian contingent, working in conjunction with other Allied forces, succeeded in defeating the German defenders and securing the island.

The capture of New Britain was a strategic victory for the Allies and demonstrated Australia’s commitment to the war effort. It marked Australia’s first major military engagement in World War I, showcasing the nation’s emerging role on the global stage. The successful operation contributed to the Allied campaign in the Pacific, setting the stage for further military actions in the region.

The Sun News-Pictorial Founded (1922)

On September 11, 1922, the Australian newspaper The Sun News-Pictorial was founded. This publication would later evolve into the Herald Sun, a major daily newspaper in Melbourne. The creation of The Sun News-Pictorial represented a significant development in Australian media, providing a new platform for news and information in a rapidly changing world.

The newspaper played an important role in shaping public discourse and reporting on significant events in Australian and global history. Its evolution into the Herald Sun reflects the ongoing development of Australia’s media landscape and its impact on journalism and public opinion. The legacy of The Sun News-Pictorial continues to influence Australian media today.

US & Australian Troops Join in Salamaua (1943)

On September 11, 1943, during World War II, US and Australian troops joined forces in the Battle of Salamaua, located in New Guinea. This operation was part of the broader Pacific campaign against Japanese forces. The collaboration between American and Australian soldiers was crucial in the campaign to secure the region and disrupt Japanese operations in the Pacific.

The successful joint operation at Salamaua highlighted the strong military alliance between the United States and Australia. It underscored the strategic importance of the Pacific theater and the effectiveness of Allied cooperation in achieving military objectives. The battle was a key moment in the Pacific War, contributing to the eventual Allied victory in the region.

Tennis Tournament (1955)

On September 11, 1955, the 75th US National Championships Men’s Tennis tournament took place, with American Tony Trabert winning his second title. Trabert defeated Australia’s Ken Rosewall with scores of 9-7, 6-3, 6-3. This victory was a notable achievement in the world of tennis, highlighting the competitive nature of the sport and the prominence of players from different nations.

The match between Trabert and Rosewall was a significant event in tennis history, showcasing the skill and sportsmanship of two leading players of the era. The outcome reflected the global reach of tennis and the international competition that characterized the sport during the mid-20th century.

Great Britain Performs Atmospheric Nuclear Test (1958)

On September 11, 1958, Great Britain conducted an atmospheric nuclear test at Christmas Island, located in the Indian Ocean. While not an Australian event per se, this test had implications for Australia, given its proximity and the broader geopolitical context. The test was part of the British nuclear weapons program and drew attention from Australian officials and the public.

The atmospheric tests conducted by Britain raised concerns about nuclear fallout and its impact on the environment and health. Australia’s proximity to the test site led to discussions about nuclear policy and safety, influencing Australian attitudes towards nuclear weapons and international nuclear agreements.

US Open Women’s Tennis (1976)

On September 11, 1976, at the US Open Women’s Tennis tournament held in Forest Hills, New York, Chris Evert retained her title by defeating Australia’s Evonne Goolagong Cawley. Evert’s victory with scores of 6-3, 6-0 was a dominant performance that underscored her exceptional skills and competitive edge in women’s tennis.

The match was a significant moment in tennis history, highlighting the rivalry and talent of two of the sport’s leading female players. Evert’s continued success and Goolagong Cawley’s notable achievements contributed to the global popularity and evolution of tennis during the 1970s.

Activists Protest Against World Economic Forum (2000)

On September 11, 2000, activists staged a protest against the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting held in Melbourne, Australia. The protest was part of a broader global movement challenging the policies and practices of international economic institutions. The demonstrators voiced their concerns about economic inequality, globalization, and the impact of corporate policies on local and global communities.

The protest in Melbourne was one of many similar actions around the world aimed at raising awareness and advocating for economic and social justice. It highlighted the growing public engagement with issues of global economic governance and the desire for more equitable and transparent international economic systems.

Renée Geyer Born (1953)

On September 11, 1953, Australian singer Renée Geyer was born in Melbourne, Australia. Geyer gained recognition for her powerful voice and contributions to the Australian music industry, with notable hits such as “It’s A Man’s Man’s World” and “Stares and Whispers.” Her career spanned several decades, influencing Australian music and earning her acclaim both domestically and internationally.

Geyer’s impact on the music industry reflects the vibrant cultural scene in Australia and the country’s growing influence in global music. Her work continues to resonate with audiences, showcasing the rich talent and diversity of Australian artists.

Simon Burgess Born (1967)

On September 11, 1967, Australian rower Simon Burgess was born in Franklin, Australia. Burgess achieved significant success in the world of rowing, including winning gold medals at the World Rowing Championships and silver medals at the Olympics. His achievements contributed to Australia’s strong reputation in international rowing competitions.

Burgess’s success in rowing reflects the country’s commitment to sports and athletic excellence. His accomplishments highlight the importance of sports in Australian culture and the nation’s ability to produce world-class athletes in various disciplines.

Matthew Gilmore Born (1972)

On September 11, 1972, Belgian-Australian cyclist Matthew Gilmore was born in Ghent, Belgium. Gilmore’s career in cycling included notable achievements and contributions to the sport, representing both Belgium and Australia in various competitions. His involvement in cycling reflects the international nature of the sport and the diverse backgrounds of its participants.

Gilmore’s career highlights the global aspect of cycling and the ways in which athletes from different countries contribute to the sport’s development. His success in cycling represents the broad appeal and competitive spirit of the sport in Australia and beyond.

Ben Lee Born (1978)

On September 11, 1978, Australian singer-songwriter Ben Lee was born in Sydney, Australia. Lee gained recognition for his music career with hits such as “Cigarettes Will Kill You” and “Love Me Like the World Is Ending.” His contributions to music and acting have made him a notable figure in Australian entertainment.

Lee’s career reflects the dynamic nature of the Australian music industry and the country’s ability to produce influential and innovative artists. His work continues to shape Australian music and entertainment, showcasing the talent and creativity present in the nation’s cultural landscape.

Conclusion

September 11 in Australian history is marked by a range of significant events that illustrate the diverse experiences and achievements of the nation. From military actions and cultural milestones to notable births and social movements, each event on this date has contributed to shaping Australia’s historical narrative. Reflecting on these occurrences provides insight into the country’s development and the ways in which it has engaged with global and domestic challenges. September 11 remains an important date in Australian history, representing both the nation’s past accomplishments and ongoing evolution.

[evelynkexinong]

Placemaking

Placemaking is the idea of transforming spaces into meaningful experiences for the community (Hes et al., 2019). My project allows the Northshore community, residents, and workers to experience a unique combination of Australian Aboriginal and hobbit culture. Furthermore, placemaking is built based on a place's identity and historical stories (Borrup, 2018). This is also the centrepiece of my project, basing Australian Aboriginal hobbit houses on the Yerrol story.

References:

Hes, D., Mateo-Babiano, I., & Lee, G. (2019). Fundamentals of Placemaking for the Built Environment: An Introduction. In D. Hes & C. Hernandez-Santin (Eds.), Placemaking Fundamentals for the Built Environment (pp. 1-13). Springer Singapore Pte. Limited. https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/qut/reader.action?docID=5970591&ppg=27

Borrup, T. (2018). Creative Placemaking: Arts and Culture as a Partner in Community Revitalization. In E. Rosewall & R. Shane (Eds.), Arts and cultural management; critical and primary sources (pp. 189-206). Bloomsbury Academic.

[unchartedstarsocs]

Reminds me of some of my alien ocs.

[funkyllama]

RoseWall Cottage, October 5, 1956.

This is the beginning. / Next. / Character Page. / Worldbuilding. Transcript under the cut.

LORRAINE : "And this is my dolly, I named her Janet." VIVIANE : “C’mon, Lorri.” [Orville enters, Lorraine and Viviane exit. Cut to Orville and Bertie sitting at table, mid-conversation.] BERTIE : "Those two are as thick as thieves." ORVILLE : "Mhm, hopefully they'll stay that way. Would you like some tea?" BERTIE : "No, Sir, I don't think I'll be staying too long." ORVILLE : "Oh... alright then. How can I help you?" BERTIE : "I actually came to extend my congratulations, Your Majesty. There's so much life ahead of you, and you have the world, or rather the country, at your fingertips. What do you plan to do with it?" ORVILLE : "I don't have a plan?" BERTIE : "You're the leader, you need a plan." ORVILLE : "I'm the figurehead." BERTIE : "And that's where you're wrong, Sir. Your father and I-" ORVILLE : "Don't." BERTIE : "..." ORVILLE : "You've had six months to send your congratulations, why are you here now?" BERTIE : "I want to help you, Orville. Please let me help you, you clearly need someone with more experience-" ORVILLE : "[chuckles] Because you know so much about leadership?" BERTIE : "Well... then, I'll be at your service when you're ready to talk."

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[ark3750]

Sports Records unlikely to be broken ever (1/2)

Jul 11, 2021 99.9% of global sporting records get rewritten after every few years by succeeding generation of athletes, thanks to a better diet, better fitness routines and valuable lessons learnt from experiences of prior generation of athletes. Yet, there are some records that were set decades ago and a few that were set nearly a century ago, that are unlikely to be ever bettered. Listed below is an illustrative list of some of the mind-blowing n spectacular, odds-defying 0.1% of global sporting records that were set long, long back across multiple disciplines that are set to stay, forever! A. Cricket Records unlikely to be broken ever:

1. Sir Don Bradman’s test batting average of 99.94 2. Jim Laker's test bowling figures,- 19 wickets/90 runs in Ashes '56 3. Brian Lara's test match innings score of 400* n first class innings score of 501* 4. Muttiah Muralitharan’s career haul of 800 test wickets 5. Rohit Sharma's score of 264 in an ODI innings 6. SA's highest successful run chase in an ODI of 434/8 against Australia in 2003 7. Sachin Tendulkar’s test match career of 24 years,- the longest ever. Never ever got dropped! 👏🏾👏🏾

B. Tennis Records unlikely to be broken ever:

1. Rod Laver's twin calendar year Grand Slams accomplished in 1962 n 1969 2. Steffi Graf's Golden Slam in 1988 (Calendar Year Gr Slam + the Olympic Gold) plus a non-calendar year Grand Slam in 1993-94 (French Open to Aus Open) 3. Non-calendar year Grand Slam Winners: Novak Djokovic (1): 2015-2016 (Wimbledon ‘15 to French Open ‘16) Serena Williams (1): 2002-2003 (French Open ‘02 to Aus Open ‘03) Steffi Graf (1): 1993-94 (French Open ‘93 to Aus Open ’94) 4. Rafael Nadal’s mind-boggling 13 French Open Titles 5. Bjorn Borg, the only man ever to win the French Open n Wimbledon in the same year, not once, but thrice in a row, -1978, 1979 & 1980 n very nearly 1981 as well, had he not lost the last match he ever played at Wimbledon!

6. Youngest Grand Slam Champion- Boris Becker @ 17 yrs, Wimbledon, 1985 7. Oldest Grand Slam Champion- M Navratilova @ 50 yrs,- US Open, Mixed Doubles, 2006 8. Most Grand Slam Singles Titles,- a) Margaret Court (Ladies): 24 b) Novak Djokovic (Men): 20+ Currently tied with Roger n Rafa @ 20

9. 3 Grand Slam Finals in a Calendar Year: a) M. Navratilova (Ladies): 6 times in a row,- 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 b) Steffi Graf (Ladies): 6 times,- 1987, 1988, 1989, 1993, 1995, 1996 c) Novak Djokovic(Men): 6 times,- 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2021

10. Djokovic, now becomes only the 5th man in the Open Era to win Grand Slams on both clay n grass in the same calendar year:

Borg: Thrice in a row,- ‘78, ’79 n ’80, n very nearly a 4th in ’81 (Unlikely to be broken) Rafa: Twice in ’08 n ‘10 Laver, Federer n Djokovic: Once each in ’69, ’09 n ’21 respectively

11. Most Grand Slam Titles across the 3 disciplines,- a) Margaret Court (Ladies): 64 (24 + 19 + 21) b) Roy Emerson (Men): 28 (12 + 16 + 0)

Note: India's Leander Paes had a spectacular career at the Grand Slams and is jointly tied with the legendary Aussie, Ken Rosewall at 18 titles ( 0+8+10). Only 14 men have won more Grand Slams than him! 👍🏾 (to be contd....)

[unchartedstarsocs]

Never listened to the podcast but this reminds me of some of my OCs.

fanart for my favorite podcast

[mydopephotos]

Smoke and Strut Top 10 hikes for Cannabis Smokers on Vancouver Island

There's nothing like smoking in nature, being surrounded by trees and plants, maybe sit near a waterfall or a different body of water. Here in B.C. you can smoke in any park besides in campground common areas and within 6 meters on a playground. This is awesome since we have so much to see and do here on Vancouver Island.

There are somethings you will need to be aware of on your hikes and out in the woods.

1. Pack In What You Pack Out! Meaning please don't leave your snack wrappers or drink containers. Be sure to bring them back to your car with you or dispose of them correctly.

2. Be Fire Safe! The past few years we’ve has a lot drier conditions making it easier for forest fires to start. So I always bring a container I can fill with a bit of water and ash my joints in or my pipe bowl. 

3. Don’t Get Lost! Now that everyone has a cell phone we can pre download maps and follow the map to keep on track. There is a mountain bike trail app called trailforks, it has all the trails I'm going to talk about. Trailforks allows you to follow yourself on the map and see all the trails near you as you pass them.

4. Bring Snacks! A lot of these trails take a few hours, I don’t know about you but i tend to get hungry when I smoke. 

How should I consume when out and about ?

Doobie - Always a good choice besides the smell, joints get you real high and they are perfect for sharing.

Vape pen - Vape pens are perfect for these kind of trips. Just be sure to charge it up before you go out. (don’t know how many times this has happened to me get way out in the bush and have no way to get high)

Pipe - Like a joint, pipes are very good for sharing and are super portable. Pipes can give huge hoots as well it can be fun to blow smoke into the woods.

Edibles - A smaller dose can most definitely enhance your outdoor experience but a bigger does can also be fun. 

Unbreakable piece - personally I have two silicone bongs one specifically for hiking and camping there's nothing quite like smoke by the river using the water from the river in the bong.

My Go To Hikes:

Seal Bay Nature Park

Seal Bay Nature Park is located northeast of Courtenay on Bates road. The road divides the park into two parts. On the east side of the road is an amazing rocky beach along the ocean. The trail down to the water is carved out of a huge lush second growth forest. There are benches on the way down to stop and take in the scenery. Seals can be heard barking in the distance. Once down on the beach you can light one up and start to explore the ocean side. There is lots of structures built from driftwood and big logs to sit and watch for whales. The west side of the road is a loop around the melda marsh the trail is called the swamp loop, don’t let that deter you though. This hike has lots of fallen trees to walk across and bridges over streams filled with frogs and otters. There are huge stumps to climb inside and look out points that overlooks the marsh.

Rosewall Creek Provincial Park 

This hike is a bit south of Courtenay, only accessible by the ocean highway. After parking start walking toward the highway, be sure to cross the bridge of the highway (the trail is on the north side of the river). I usually spark up a doob at this point, there is minimal wind since you are pretty deep in the woods. The trail is partly washed away near the beginning from a flood a few years back but there is a relatively well used trail there now. There is a beautiful waterfall at the end of the trail with a rather deep swimming hole beneath the waterfall. 

Willowbrae Trail / Halfmoon Bay

The Willowbrae Trail is the beginning part of the trail to Half Moon Bay. The trail is located in Ucluelet on the westside of Van Island. At the beginning of the willowbrae trail you get your first taste of the humongous trees and vegetation the island has to offer. After about a km you will come to a point where you have to either go down straight down to a beach or go left, GO LEFT. This will take you to Halfmoon Bay you will instantly be greeted with more trees, giant ferns and long stretches of boardwalks keeping you above the forest floor. There are some fallen giants along the boardwalk where you can see the network of roots that one tree has. Once you come to the stairs you are mostly there. At the bottom of the stairs you will find a seemingly deserted beach. When ever I have been here I've only seen a hand full of people. It’s the perfect beach to whip out the bong and snacks and get settled.

Hole In The Wall

This place is kind of different, park at the Coombs Country Candy store which is located to the right, as soon as you come into Port Alberni coming from the east side of the island. The trail head is across the highway, to the right of the concrete barriers. Start walking straight, soon there will be a clearing and the path goes right or left, GO RIGHT. The trail will have a few turnoff points but keep going straight. Walk for about 10 minutes and there will be a mountain bike disc brake that has been consumed by a tree turn right here. At the bottom of the hill there, you will see the hole in the wall. It’s a cool place to explore, Inuksuks have been built all around the river bed. You can also go through the hole the the river on the other side. If you turn left the trail take you down stream where you will find a waterfall that has a rope swing into the pool created by the waterfall. This is an awesome place to smoke and enjoy the water.

Englishman River Falls Provincial Park

This trail is located near Parksville closer to a town called Errington. It has a huge waterfall with a bridge that crosses over top of them. This allows you to get some awesome photos of the falls. On the other side of the falls you can turn left or right. The left turn takes you to the top of the falls there is also a picnic table beside the water it’s a nice place to have a snack. If you take a left it will take you down the river from the falls. This area is usually heavily populated, especially in the summer months so I usually use my vape and maybe and edible for this hike. There are big grand fir trees along this trail. Towards the bottom of the river there is another bridge to take you back to  the parking lot. At this bridge there is a part where the river gets calm and the water is deep. It’s always a perfect place to take a dip. 

Newcastle Island

Newcastle Island is located in the Nanaimo harbour. It’s a very short ferry ride that only costs $8 return. Depending on the route you take, expect to be on the island for most of the day. Be sure to bring snacks, water and weed. Cannabis is only permitted at the campsites but you can easily smoke without anyone knowing. The island is amazing with lots to see. There are many beaches, a lake and a viewpoint facing SugarLoaf Mountain, there is also a campground with fire pits. Albino Racoons can be spotted as well as seals and otters. 

Cable Bay Trail 

Cable Bay Trail is located south of Nanaimo near Cedar. The trail flows through the forest for 2 km, down to the ocean facing Gabriola island. This is a designated off leash area so it cool to bring your pooches while you smoke one by the water. If you keep following the trail it will take you to Dodds Narrows where Vancouver Island meets Mudge Island. Here the current flows towards Gabriola and towards Van Island. This creates a huge flow of water, if your lucky you might see seals here catching fish. This is quite a spectacle to see. 

Hollands Creek Trail

This awesome trail is right in the heart of Ladysmith. My favorite way to get to this trail is from dogwood road, there is a parking lot here. This is a loop trail that takes about 2 hours. If you take the side of the trail that the parking lot is on you can go through a more forested area and it will take you to the other side eventually. On the other side you can park on the corner of 6 Ave and Methuen St. This part is wheelchair accessible. This trail has a few waterfalls and is and awesome nature walk.

Gowlland Tod Provincial Park

This hike is way down island close to Victoria and easily accessible from willis point road. This park is huge and has over 20 km of trails and amazing nature views. The ocean near the bottom is usually calm and there are many spots to hang out by the water. There are lots of old concrete structures to explore and loads of wildlife. 

Mystic Beach

This magical hike is located an hour and a half north west of victoria. The trail from the parking lot to Mystic Beach is an hour hike, and is covered in big roots to climb over and huge trees to look at. The beach is down a creaky wooden stairway. Mystic Beach has such fine beautiful sand the ocean here seems clearer. It’s easy to spend the days laying on the beach here. There are often people the whole way to the beach and at the beach so discreet puffing is encouraged.

All of these hikes are awesome,  whenever I am in the area I try to go and walk the trails there. I’ve always had great times here and have always left with amazing photos. 

Written by Scotty Frey

References:

At the trails themselves and Google maps

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At Rosewall-McCarthy optometrists we strive to combine state-of-the-art technology with clinical education and excellence, offering you a professional service in a family-centric setting. Our patients’ visual acuity and eye health are of paramount concern to us! Over the years we have cultivated strong relationships with top eye surgeons and doctors. We continue to grow and receive many referrals from Ophthalmologists, GP’s, teachers, the local community, and people from afar that seek our more specialized services. We also affiliate ourselves with reputable suppliers to offer quality goods with excellent warranties and after sale service. Our principal optometrist, Catherine has further education and interests in Child Vision, Behavioural Optometry and Advanced Contact lenses for conditions such as Keratoconus. Lara comes with many years of experience as an optometrist and loves helping elderly patients with their visual needs. Sadheer is our practice manager and oversees all operations. Karen assists with frame selection and contact lens instructions. Amanda assist with reception and dispensing spectacles. We pride ourselves in our friendly and methodical service. Our team works well together to give you the all-round positive experience.

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Drafting possible concepts…

I had a couple thoughts on creating an art installation or visual experience for visitors, relating to the history of the site. I did some research for inspiration but I wanted to incorporate the rainforest vern or have some kind of natural, flora & fauna aspect as it creates a more biodiverse, sustainable look for Northshore, while also sparking curiosity on the significance and connection that the First Nations people had with this land in particular.

First image - Lipaki Marlaypa, Raki, 2013.

Second image - Janet Laurence, Heartshock (After Nature), 2008 / 2019

Having a natural element like this or even an installation that educated youth on the diverse range of foods/animals that used to populate near the river pre-settlement.

Although an art installation could serve a significant purpose and enhance Northshore if done well, I am more drawn to the idea of an interactive experience for youth and I feel a more interactive and vibrant activation will enhance and encourage community, especially within youth. "It is not enough to inject a vacant lot with quirky art happenings... we must first acknowledge our legacy of place-taking and seek to establish places of connection, social equity and economic opportunity for everyone." (Webb, n.d. p.193)

My second idea and the idea I see Northshore benefiting from the most is an outdoor library concept. It incorporates a biodiverse, flora & fauna aspect with a large tree (rainforest vern) acting as the central hub of the outdoor library, decorated with local aboriginal art that compliments the rich history of Yerrol. This creates a somewhat interactive experience for students and showcases a fun way to educate themselves and get them off their screens and connect with nature. Concept could be called "The Yerrol Library"...

References:

1. Webb, D. (n.d.) in Borrup, T. (2018). Creative Placemaking: Arts and Culture as partner in Community Revitalisation. E. Rosewall & R. Shane (Eds.) Arts and Cultural management: critical and primary sources. Bloomsbury Academic.

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Which OC deserves to have wings? Well...

Who took your wings, little moth?

I tried a different type of shading for this drawing. I like how it turned out. Also, this is him from the back if it's not obvious.

OC info under cut:

Meet one of my favorite OCs, Jesse! He is from a WIP comic I'm making called The Rosewall Experiments.

I'm not gonna go super in-depth with his story since I'm planning on making a master post about The Rosewall Experiments eventually, but here's a bit of backstory for this drawing;

Near the desert town of Rosewall there was a lab. The lab somehow managed to get some alien DNA and experimented with it, combining it with human DNA. When combined with people, it tends to make them more bug-like. Some gaining extra limbs or antennae, others getting wings or scales. Jesse was one of those experiments. One day, he tried to escape from the lab. He managed to escape, but while doing so, the scientists managed to rip off his wings. Blah blah blah, plot stuff. Anyways, does he get his revenge on the scientists? Yes. Turns out what they were doing was extremely illegal. Also, his friends accidentally exploded the place. Woo!

Fun fact #1: Jesse is not the main character. He's actually the tritagonist. Despite that, he is pretty much my favorite character in the story.

Fun fact #2: Jesse was not originally going to be one of the experiments. However, he was my favorite character and of course I needed to give the favorite character some angst. Now he is a pretty important part of the story, giving some information about the lab that he really shouldn't know. Also, angst.

Which of your characters deserves to have wings?

Angel, demon, whatever

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Ken Rosewall Arena, Sydney

Sydney Football Stadium Moore Park, NSW Sports Venue, Australian Football Facility, Architecture Photos

Sydney Football Stadium, Moore Park

Modern Sports Venue in New South Wales, Australia – design by Cox Architecture Architects

22 Feb 2022

Location: Sydney Olympic Park, New South Wales, Australia

Architects: Cox Architecture

Photos: Martin Mischkulnig

Ken Rosewall Arena, NSW

In the year 2000, the original Ken Rosewall Arena was unveiled to host Tennis for the Sydney Olympics. Almost two decades later, COX were appointed to transform the facility into a multipurpose outdoor covered arena.

Starting the project in 2018, the first upgrades to the Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre were complete prior to the 2020 inaugural ATP Cup, with a new cable-tension roof shading some of Tennis’ brightest stars with raving reviews. In addition to tennis, the venue will also be the home of the Super Netball competition in NSW.

“I feel very humbled to be here and see this great roof on this building. With the new facility here, with the new seats and roof – it’s going to be exciting for the spectators and I know there’ll be a lot of great matches,” Australian Tennis Legend, Ken Rosewall [speaking at the 2020 ATP Cup].

The new multipurpose outdoor arena includes an operable façade to enclose the arena for the Netball season, while providing an open, outdoor feel when raised in Tennis mode. The striking roof is an innovative cable-tension structure and PTFE fabric design, a first for stadia in Australia, designed by COX in collaboration with Arup and Fabritecture.

“It’s the first thing I noticed when I walked into the court. I have a lot of memories out here,” said Grigor Dimitrov, who reached the final of the Sydney ATP 250 in 2016. “I’m so excited to be here.”

The redeveloped arena features upsized videoboards that are configurable from the side stands in Tennis mode and suspended over the court in Netball mode. New anti-glare LED sports lighting was installed for high definition recording alongside a new sound system. Thermal comfort for spectators is provided with large air movers above the stands and bump in air coolers for the field of play during shoulder season Netball games.

“Although it was delivered on a tight timeline, this project held a certain energy about it that ensured that the client, our team, and our collaborators, surpassed all obstacles to deliver a phenomenal result.” COX Director, John Ferendinos.

The seats were replaced in order to improve user experience. Their colour scheme blends three shades of blue as part of a new wayfinding strategy and forms part of the arena’s new branding.

A key point for improving user experience was to redevelop wayfinding to facilitate access and identification for allocated seats. A new seat numbering system was introduced, reducing decision making for simpler seat purchase and identification.

“We are extremely pleased with the result of this landmark project. The new roof has provided a world class setting befitting the wildly successful and inaugural ATP Cup – our game-changing new event which has hosted the world’s best players in an extended summer of tennis in Australia. The venue will be a magnificent host for international and domestic netball competition as well as other exciting content from 2020 and beyond.” Lawrence Robertson, CEO Tennis NSW & General Manager, ATP Cup Sydney

In addition to work on the Arena, the project included improvements to the administration building, resulting in a more comfortable experience for sport players and media.

The upgrades to Ken Rosewall Arena and its surrounding precinct have breathed new life into the venue, all while respecting its Olympic and architectural legacy.

Design: Cox Architecture – https://www.coxarchitecture.com.au/featured

Photography: Martin Mischkulnig

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Badosa claims Sydney tennis title

Badosa claims Sydney tennis title

Paula Badosa is starting to find Australia a lot more to her liking, the rising Spaniard claiming her first title Down Under at the Sydney Tennis Classic. The world No.9 recovered from a second-set let-down to beat French Open champion Barbora Krejcikova 6-3 4-6 7-6 (7-4) in two hours and 24 minutes on Ken Rosewall Arena on Saturday. Let-down was a key feature of Badosa’s Australian experience…

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Principles of Placemaking and Systems Thinking in "Explore"

The Four Principles of Creative Placemaking

Explore effectively utilises the four principles of creative placemaking, as defined by Burrop (2018):

“It is grounded in the particulars of place” (p. 190)

Explore is site-specific, as it can only be accessed and experienced within the Maritime Green. It also immerses users within the Indigenous and maritime histories particular to Northshore.

“It employs authentic and ongoing community engagement” (p. 190)

It is an app with virtual elements, which encourages users to continue to explore the site to discover more about it each time. The user directs the experience, based on their choices in response to the app’s suggestions. Therefore, the art, audio, and text available can be experienced in varying successions. The outcome is never exactly the same.

“It embraces existing community development systems” (p. 190)

Explore provides current stakeholders with an opportunity to rediscover an aspect of Northshore that was unavailable to the public for some time. They can learn in greater depth about the Indigenous and maritime histories of the place. The app is accessible across Android and iOS smart devices.

“It assumes the willingness and capacity of arts and cultural organisations to take an outward orientation. In the process, artists at community-building tables can realise a new catalytic role in their community” (p. 190)

The app features AR renderings of various local Indigenous and Australian artists’ works. This connects visitors with local artists and the arts in a way that is immersive, interactive, and intimate. Art, history, and culture become available to all who visit.

Systems Thinking

Image by Disruptive Design, retrieved from (Acaroglu, 2017).

Explore utilises Synthesis as it combines the site’s unique histories, local artists’ works, and AR technology to produce an immersive, AR experience. It also utilises Emergence, as the app experience emerged from these separate parts. Explore effectively applies Feedback Loops and Causality in multiple ways, but one of the ways is through supporting local artists. Local artist’s are commissioned to create artworks that are site-specific; this results in unique representations of Northshore’s history, which connects visitors with local arts and culture, which in turn generates more support for the artists.

Acaroglu, L. (2017, September 8). Tools for systems thinkers: The 6 fundamental concepts of systems thinking. Disruptive Design. https://medium.com/disruptive-design/tools-for-systems-thinkers-the-6-fundamental-concepts-of-systems-thinking-379cdac3dc6a

Borrup, T. (2018). Creative placemaking: Arts and culture as a partner in community revitalization. In E. Rosewall & R. Shane (Eds.), Arts and cultural management: critical and primary sources (pp. 189–206). Bloomsbury. Tom Borrup Rosewall_Ellen-Arts_and_cultural_management_pp189-206.pdf