As part of its 25th anniversary celebrations, CDU will be publishing A History Written in Metal: Commemorative Plaques at CDU’s Campus 1972-2013. The book’s author, Dr Steven Farram will be presenting his work on 28 February at the first of this year’s National Trust and Historical Society lectures. The second talk takes place on 28 March when Wendy James will be speaking about Life in a Burnett House Post-War. The lectures are held in Burnett House, Myilly Point Heritage Precinct, Larrakeyah and start at 6pm. Entry is $5 for non-members or $2 for National Trust or Historical Society members.

Sunday afternoon teas at Burnett House have now resumed (from 3 to 5pm) - a sure sign that the dry season can’t be very far away.