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Fyshwick Banh Mi Shop Opening Hours, Best Time to Visit and Parking Tips As you can see in the photo, there are plenty of car parks along the road, but during the week, most shops only allow their own customers to park right in front of them. This banh mi shop is located right in…
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* 2026 Update (Originally Published: January 2025): Following my move from Google Blogger to this new WordPress site, I’ve updated this LG CordZero vacuum review with 2026 Australian market insights and a long-term performance report after 18 months of real-world use. Why I Switched from Corded to Cordless My old vacuum was a corded model,…
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* 2026 update(Originally Published: July 2025): Following my move from Google Blogger to this new WordPress site, I’ve updated this review with 2026 Australian pricing and my final recommendation for a natural, SLS-free fluoride toothpaste. From Grants to Red Seal: Looking for SLS-free toothpaste I had been using Grants Natural Toothpaste Mild Mint (fluoride-free) for…
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*Updated May 2026: Following my move from Google Blogger to this new WordPress site, I’ve updated this review with 2026 Australian pricing and my final recommendation for a natural, SLS-free fluoride toothpaste. The Hunt for SLS-Free Oral Care: Why I Chose Grants of Australia I was specifically searching for a toothpaste without SLS (Sodium Lauryl…
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The featured image above is taken from the Canberra Theatre Centre’s official website. Please note that taking photos or videos is strictly prohibited during the show. 🥁 My First Impression of DRUM TAO at Canberra Theatre Centre About two and a half months ago, my husband said we should go see a show since we…
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My husband and I recently set out to visit two of Canberra’s famous Banh Mi spots. However, things didn’t go exactly as planned. While one place was great, the other one we wanted to visit was closed, so we ended up trying the shop right next door instead. Since I tried Banh Mi in both…
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When you want to go for a late-night drive in Canberra or desperately need a coffee on a public holiday when everything else is closed, there is one place I always go without hesitation. It is Farrer Cafe & Takeaway. Reliable Canberra Cafe Open Every Day (Check the Opening Hours!) Coffee served with a free…
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✅ 2026 May Update: It has been confirmed that Murbar permanently closed its doors at the end of April. I will keep this post active for archival and record-keeping purposes. First Impressions: Chic Black Interior and Parking Tips in Barton We both absolutely loved these Duck Bulgogi fusion wraps The restaurant has a very cool,…
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A Massive Scale Escape Room Experience: First Impressions of <Agents of Mystery> A Photo From Netflix’s “Agents Of Mystery 2” [Netflix] As escape rooms have become a staple of modern culture, <Agents of Mystery> is the perfect show to enjoy the thrill of solving puzzles from the comfort of your own home. After hearing the…
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Finding the Best Toner for Oil-Deficient Dry Skin My First Impression Of The Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner: The Iconic Blue Bottle That Promises Deep Hydration For Dry Skin After cleansing, I usually use Sukin toner as a ‘wipe-off’ (toner padding) to tidy up my skin texture and remove any leftover makeup. For your information, Sukin…
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A Day Out at Gold Creek Village, Canberra: Ube Jam and Filipino Cuisine at Northside Garden Cafe Crispy Sourdough Served With Ube Jam I Recently Got Some Ube Powder From A Friend And Tried Mixing It With Oat Milk Using A Milk Steamer At Home, But I Was A Bit Disappointed With The Taste. I…
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✅ 2026 May update: Now that it’s May, I’ve switched to my Minijumbuk quilt. Canberra is not freezing yet, but the mornings are getting chilly. We usually set a timer for the heater to warm up the house in the morning, but with this quilt, I can turn it off very quickly because it stays…
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Missing you: A Missing Fiance on a Dating App My husband and I really enjoy mystery and thriller shows, and we’ve quite liked the series based on Harlan Coben’s books. After watching Fool Me Once (2024) and Run Away (2026), we decided to watch Missing You, which is about a woman who finds her missing…
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✅ 2026 May update: According to the latest market stall list, both ‘Brekky Time’ and ‘Dream Cuisine Patisserie’ continue to operate as usual. If you’re planning a visit this May, I still recommend getting there before 11 am to ensure you get the best choice of danishes before they sell out! Keep in mind that…
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Why I Decided to Switch from My Old Internet Provider Lucky us! There was already a satellite pole on our rumpus room roof from the previous owner. The technicians mentioned it made the whole installation process much quicker and easier. Our FTTN NBN, which we used for four years, was getting noticeably slower and more…
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Why We Chose Fool Me Once as Our Next Harlan Coben Series My husband and I are huge fans of mystery and thriller shows. We really enjoyed Run Away on Netflix before, and we wanted to try more of Harlan Coben’s work. It turns out many shows we already watched were actually based on his…
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Discovery of a Body in a Manhole: The Start of a Mystery Thriller Image credit: Netflix ©Netflix The drama begins with a body found in a manhole. The person died, but their face was badly damaged, making it hard to recognise it. Luckily, a tattoo on the ankle and witness statements help identify the victim…
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✅ Update: May 2026 I’ve confirmed that all the menu items from my February post are still available. However, please note that while many cafes offer an ‘all-day breakfast,’ Fishwicks has a specific time limit for their breakfast menu. The Burra Burrito and Breaky Burger are only served from 6:30 am to 11:00 am. After…
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📅 2026 May Update: I checked again in May 2026, and Your Turn to Kill is still available on Netflix Australia! If you haven’t started this intense mystery thriller yet, it’s still there for you to binge-watch. Don’t wait too long, as streaming licenses can change at any time! Your Turn to Kill Review: A…
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[✅ May 2026 Update: Fake Sequel Warning] Recently, a fake sequel to The Decagon House Murders appeared on Amazon Kindle. Strangely, it’s being sold under a different person’s name instead of the original author, Ayatsuji Yukito. The author has officially confirmed that he has nothing to do with this book and believes it was created…
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(From early symptoms of endometrial cancer to diagnosis, MRI findings, and treatment options) What Is Endometrial Adenocarcinoma? Endometrial adenocarcinoma is one of the three major gynecologic cancers, along with cervical cancer and ovarian cancer. Because it is often considered a very personal and sensitive condition, I felt that there is less practical, patient-centred information available…
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[✅ 2026 May Update] It’s been a few months since I first shared this recipe. I’m still baking this brownie every two weeks because I still haven’t found a cafe in Canberra that satisfies my craving for a “less-sweet, firm-textured” brownie. The ingredients (Noshu chocolate and rice flour) are still widely available at Coles and…
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[2026 Update: Is it only for kids?] Many people ask, “Is this place only for kids?” My answer is No. Even for adults, it is a very fun place. The maze is actually quite hard and large. It took us about 40 minutes to find all the animals. If you go with your partner or…
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Honest Comparison: Original Version vs. Pre-GLUE Version The kit includes five lengths of large lashes—8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, and 16mm—with 20 lashes of each length. As someone who has been using DIY lash extensions for a while, I tried the newly released Pre-Glue DIY Lash Extensions and compared them directly with the previous version. In…
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✅ May 2026 Update: While the set menu configurations appear to have changed slightly, the specific dishes we enjoyed are still available for individual order. Prices also remain consistent with our January 2026 visit, so this review should still serve as a reliable guide for your dining experience. Azuma Den Canberra – Japanese and Korean…
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Why I Chose to Read Second Sister After 13·67 Official cover image of Second Sister by Chan Ho-Kei (Bloomsbury Publishing) After reading Chan Ho-Kei’s 13·67, I wanted to read more of his work. So, I picked up Second Sister, which is a very different kind of mystery. From the start, the story shows the case…
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Discovering 29 Cafe & Eatery – A Canberra Banh Mi Spot Exterior view of 29 Cafe & Eatery in Curtin, with outdoor tables available for casual dining. This banh mi shop was recommended by my husband’s colleague, and that’s how we first discovered it. My husband has always loved banh mi and has tried many…
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✅ May 2026 Update: It’s been four months since I posted this review on January 4th, right after binge-watching Run Away on its release day. Seeing how this series, which swept the Netflix #1 spot immediately after launch, is still being consistently streamed in May proves that Harlan Coben’s grip on the audience is truly…
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My Lash Extension Journey: From Salons to DIY * This is a record of my early DIY lash extension experience from early 2026, reorganised for my new blog. It covers my initial trials and honest thoughts on the starter kit before moving on to my current routine. 💡 Looking for a simpler alternative? If you…
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✅ May 2026 Update: Following the 2025 release of ‘The Loneliest Guy’ (not yet available in English), there have been no further updates regarding new works or film adaptations from Chan Ho-kei as of May 2026. Despite this silence, 13.67 continues to be celebrated among mystery fans as a masterpiece that grows more profound with…
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✅ May 2026 Update: At the 98th Academy Awards held this past March, ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ predictably took home the Oscar for Best Visual Effects! While it was a bit disappointing for fans that it missed out on major categories like Best Picture or Best Director, the overwhelming visual innovation of the ‘Ash People’…
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✅ May 2026 Update: This post was originally written on Google Blogger in December 2025 and has now been migrated to WordPress with updated 2026 insights. While the specific set menus and dishes we tried six months ago have likely transitioned to a new seasonal lineup, the overall high standards of The Q Dining remain…
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Netflix The Great Flood Plot & Ending: Is it a Disaster Movie or SF? The official poster for the Netflix film The Great Flood I love disaster movies, and “The Great Flood” was one of the movies I was waiting for this year. I watched it on Netflix as soon as it was uploaded on…
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👉 Important Update for 2026: These costs are based on my experience in November 2025. According to the Australian Department of Health, private health insurance premiums rose by an average of 4.41% as of April 1, 2026, reflecting a 5% increase in medical and hospital service costs. Due to rising hospital wage bills and accommodation…
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✅ May 2026 Update: The Sutton Village Country Markets continue to follow their regular schedule on the second Sunday of every month in 2026, operating from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Upcoming market dates for this year are May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, September 13 (Spring Market), October 11, November 8, and…
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✅ May 2026 Update: The Price of Confession, which maintained a solid ranking for a month after its late 2025 release, has been nominated for Best Screenplay (Kwon Jong-kwan) at the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards in May 2026! With the incredible performances of Jeon Do-yeon and Kim Go-eun sparking fresh buzz, now is the perfect…
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✅ 2026 Update: I’m still happily using the silicone lids I bought at that great price. Since the mapo tofu incident, I now try to divide red foods into separate containers or avoid overfilling them to prevent direct contact with the lids. Currently, this specific product is listed as out of stock at Costco Australia,…
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✅ 2026 May Update: As of now, Bò Né seems to be unavailable on their online menu. As mentioned in the post, this dish is quite rare even in authentic Vietnamese restaurants in Australia. I will be posting a new review soon about another restaurant we happened to stop by a while ago, where my…
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* 2026 Update (Originally Published: Dec 2025): Following my blog migration to this new WordPress site, I’ve updated this post with the latest 2026 seasonal opening schedule for the Bredbo Christmas Barn and current information for the Bredbo Pie Shop. A Quick Stop on the Way to Cooma Bredbo Christmas Barn entrance On our way…
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* 2026 Update (Originally Published: Dec 2025): Following my move from Google Blogger to this new WordPress site, I’ve updated this review with 2026 Australian pricing and current menu details for Naadam Restaurant to ensure you have the most accurate information for your visit. An authentic Mongolian feel at the restaurant entrance. I was looking…
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✅ May 2026 Update: Please note that Immersive Fort Tokyo has been permanently closed since February 2026. If you are planning your Tokyo itinerary, please check this update to avoid any inconvenience. Immersive Fort Tokyo: Our Experience as Escape Room Enthusiasts My husband and I are big fans of escape rooms and immersive games, and…
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✅ May 2026 Update: Menya Sugo is so popular among locals that they even sell their tsukemen online as meal kits! If you’re interested, you can check out their official website (though international shipping is unfortunately not available—domestic delivery within Japan only). While there are no other major changes, compared to when we visited, the…
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✅ May 2026 Update: The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living remains largely unchanged compared to my visit in November 2023. To double-check: free entry is still available with the Osaka Amazing Pass (otherwise, the entrance fee is 600 yen). If you decide to purchase tickets directly from the official website in advance, please note…
