Column 250

Leo, Roving Reporter
Report from: Bathurst
Story filed: My Column

Hi people, it's Leo here. Today I am going to talk about my column. I am now up to 250 columns in total. I wrote my very first column in July 2015. So far I've done columns on my travels, my inspirations, my interests, happenings in Bathurst, my family history, my hobbies, the best food I've ever eaten (really good food), my Lego creations, stuff I have found, stuff I have made, my cats, my friends, my birthdays, stuff I have built, my good times, my bad times, poems, stories, my artworks, boats, planes, ships - anything I find interesting that I hope other people find interesting too. Writing my column is great. Sometimes it has been hard, but sometimes it can be a breeze to write. Writing my column has also shown me things about myself like how organised I can be when I'm focused and concentrating and also how committed I am to my column. But most of all, I really enjoy writing down my adventures and sharing them with other people. To be continued!

Until next time
Leo Roving Reporter

Column 249

Leo, Roving Reporter
Report from: Bathurst
Story filed: Black power

Hi people, it's Leo here. Today I am going to talk about the majestic black panther. Our black panther is a very interesting species. She can only be content in the finest of conditions. It takes a lot to please this fine pussycat. The black panther has one of the most obvious camouflage tactics - her fur is all black for blending into her surroundings at night. The black panther does most of her hunting at night, when her prey has lowered their guard. Another feature is that she can see in the dark. This skill gives her the upper hand for survival. As majestic as this animal is, she also is one of the most deadly animals as she has claws as sharp as needles and teeth as sharp as knives and a travel speed up to 'very fast stealth' up to 'invisible at night' and her muscle strength is up to 'strong'. So, the black panther may well be elegant and majestic in the day but at night she is a killing machine. But only in her dreams!

Until next time
Leo Roving Reporter

Column 248

Leo, Roving Reporter
Report from: Bare Island
Story filed: Memories

Hi people, it's Leo here. Today I am going to talk about my trip to Bare Island in Sydney. I didn’t know much about Bare Island but with some research for this column, I found out that it was the location for some thrilling action sequences in the Hollywood film, Mission: Impossible 2. And it is also one of the most popular scuba diving sites in NSW, as well as a very popular location for snorkeling in Kamay Botany Bay National Park. It is also a place of sorrow for my mother for this is the spot where, when she was a little girl and her school went on a field trip to Bare Island she sadly broke her beloved tartan covered, glass thermos her mummy had given to her as a special present. She only realised this tragic accident had happened when she was going to take a sip of her hot chocolate and she found bits of glass in it from the glass holder that keeps the contents warm. She was very upset. Now, she has a new one but whenever she goes there she thinks about it. We also went down to the rocks and got some really good photos and wet shoes. I kept stepping in water but we had a good time until we had to go. I hope that the next time we go to Sydney we can go on the tour of the fortress as well.

Until next time
Leo Roving Reporter

Column 247

Leo Roving Reporter

Report from: Bathurst
Story filed: Winter Food

Hi people, it's Leo here. Today I am going to talk about one of the best cassoulet that I have ever had, cooked by none other than my amazing mum. It was so good that I think I should share the recipe - your choice or not to make it however I think you are going to like it....hopefully! 

Here are the main ingredients: top quality Italian sausages and lentils. We bought our sausages from Farmgate Meats in Keppel St and the butcher said they are made with beef brisket and pork shoulder with spices, in a good sheep guts casing - I give them a 10 out of 10. Pan fry the meat till cooked and set aside. You then prepare an onion, and garlic cooked in a little bit of olive oil in the bottom of your casserole pot on the stove top. Then add some chopped carrot, cooked lentils, quartered fresh tomato and a bit more olive oil. Cut the sausages in half or thirds, add to the pot and put in the oven for an hour or so - add a bit of water and a bay leaf, too. Add salt and pepper if needed - we don't add this because the sausages are seasoned. 

I hope that if you do decide to make this cassoulet that you enjoy it. If you make enough, it can last for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Until next time
Leo Roving Reporter