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Amazing, Sydney

Bondi Firelight: A Night of Inspiration by the Sea

There are few places in Australia as iconic as Bondi Beach—but every so often, it reveals a completely different...
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City Farms, Sydney

From the Farm to the Page: Inspiration in Every Season

Why We Love Pocket City Farms Pocket City Farms is one of those special places that instantly makes you...
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An Endless Summer Surprise on the Bondi to Bronte Walk

As an Eastern Suburbs local, the Bondi to Bronte coastal walk is practically part of my DNA. It’s where...
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Clovelly Beach: Calm Waters, Wild Stories (and a Few Things You’d Definitely Write Home About)

Clovelly Beach: Calm Waters, Big Personalities and a Lot More History Than You’d Expect 😉 At first glance, Clovelly...
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Café Pli, A Paris Café Where You Can Write a Letter to Your Future Self

In a quiet Paris street, tucked away from the rush of tourists and traffic, there is a café built...
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Amazing, Sydney
Bondi Firelight: A Night of Inspiration by the Sea
City Farms, Sydney
From the Farm to the Page: Inspiration in Every Season
In the Media, Sydney
An Endless Summer Surprise on the Bondi to Bronte Walk
Inspiration, Sydney, What to do
Clovelly Beach: Calm Waters, Wild Stories (and a Few Things You’d Definitely Write Home About)
Paris
Café Pli, A Paris Café Where You Can Write a Letter to Your Future Self

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About World Letter Writing Day

Welcome to World Letter Writing Day

 

World Letter Writing Day offers a delightful escape for families, especially those with children, to unplug from the digital world and rediscover the timeless joy of letter writing. It's incredible how this simple act can enhance children's focus on their studies and education. Moreover, we've found that exchanging letters is a wonderful way to strengthen family bonds.

A heartfelt thank you note to mum and dad is always cherished and grandparents' faces light up with joy when they receive a letter from their grandchildren. Our mission is to share the happiness that comes from the heartfelt exchange of handwritten letters with loved ones. The joy a letter brings can be cherished forever. After all, who ever discards a love letter? While World Letter Writing Day is celebrated on 1st September, we invite everyone to embrace the art of letter writing, any day of the year! World Letter Writing Day is more than a single occasion; it's a chance to spread happiness throughout the year.

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Amazing, Sydney

Bondi Firelight: A Night of Inspiration by the Sea

March 24, 2026

There are few places in Australia as iconic as Bondi Beach—but every so often, it reveals a completely different side of itself. In the cooler months, when the crowds thin and the pace softens, Bondi becomes something quieter, more reflective. And for one special evening each April, Bondi Firelight transforms the shoreline into a place of warmth, connection, and inspiration. A Rare Kind of Bondi Experience Bonfires are not part of everyday life at Bondi Beach. That’s what makes Bondi Firelight so special. For a few hours, the southern end of the beach glows with flickering firelight. People gather barefoot…

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by Jay
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Woollahra 2026 ANZAC Day Writing Competition: Honouring Stories Through Words

March 18, 2026

Woollahra 2026 ANZAC Day Writing Competition: Honouring Stories Through Words In the lead-up to ANZAC Day 2026, Woollahra Council is inviting young voices from the community to take part in a meaningful tradition that blends reflection, creativity, and remembrance. Mayor Cr Sarah Dixson is encouraging local primary and high school students to enter the 2026 ANZAC Day Writing Competition, submitting original stories or poems that honour the spirit of ANZAC. This special initiative gives students the opportunity to express their understanding of courage, sacrifice, and community through the power of writing. What makes this competition truly unique is the chance…

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by Jay
Inspiration, Perth, Travel

5 Inspiring Perth Spots to Write a Letter

March 17, 2026

Perth is a city where nature and creativity naturally come together. With its wide blue skies, stunning coastline, and peaceful green spaces, it’s easy to slow down and let your thoughts flow. Whether you’re writing a heartfelt message, a postcard to a friend, or a letter for the future, Perth offers plenty of inspiring spots for families to relax and put pen to paper. Here are five wonderful places in Perth where letter writing feels especially meaningful — with a local tip for the perfect place to sit and write. 1. Kings Park and Botanic Garden Perched high above the…

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by Jay
City Farms, Sydney

From the Farm to the Page: Inspiration in Every Season

March 6, 2026

Why We Love Pocket City Farms Pocket City Farms is one of those special places that instantly makes you slow down and appreciate the simple things. Tucked away in the middle of the city, it feels like a small pocket of calm where nature, community and sustainability all come together. What makes this place so special is the way it connects people to the land and to each other. You’ll find rows of thriving vegetables, herbs growing in every corner, volunteers working side by side in the soil, and school groups discovering where their food really comes from. It’s a…

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by Jay
In the Media, Sydney

An Endless Summer Surprise on the Bondi to Bronte Walk

March 3, 2026

As an Eastern Suburbs local, the Bondi to Bronte coastal walk is practically part of my DNA. It’s where I clear my head, find creative inspiration, and occasionally bump into familiar faces. But last Saturday, what unfolded was something altogether unexpected. I was walking toward Bondi Beach, camera never far from reach, when I noticed a very recognisable figure heading in the opposite direction toward Bronte. It was none other than Richard Marx. Yes — the voice behind “Right Here Waiting,” “Hazard,” and “Endless Summer Nights.” The soundtrack to countless 80s and 90s love stories. And there he was, casually…

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by Jay
Cafe's, Free

Bakers Delight to Give Away Over 150,000 Free Hot Cross Buns as National Hot Cross Bun Day Returns

March 2, 2026

National Hot Cross Bun Day is back! On Friday, March 13, more than 500 Bakers Delight bakeries across Australiawill be giving away 300 free hot cross buns at each store — that’s over 150,000 freshly baked buns up for grabs nationwide. Following the overwhelming response to last year’s inaugural National Hot Cross Bun Day, Bakers Delight is cementing the event as an annual tradition to kick off the Easter season. Whether you’re a fan of Traditional, Choc Chip or Apple & Cinnamon, there’s a free hot cross bun waiting for you — no purchase required — for the first 300…

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by Jay
Community, Story to Story

More Than Just Mail: The Outback Post Offices Keeping Small Towns Alive

February 24, 2026

In the vast stretches of outback Queensland, post offices are far more than just places to send and receive mail — they are lifelines for small communities. From banking and bill payments to providing a friendly face and a place to connect, these humble buildings hold towns together. In remote Australia, a post office isn’t just infrastructure. It’s continuity. It’s conversation. It’s community. Saving Thargomindah’s Post Office Take Thargomindah, affectionately known as “Thargo” to locals. With a population of just 243 people and located nearly 1,000 kilometres west of Brisbane, it’s a town where every single business matters. When the…

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by Jay
Inspiration, Letter writing

Going Analogue in 2026: The Letter Writing Renaissance Fueling the Digital Detox Movement

February 20, 2026

In a world flooded with AI-generated captions, auto-replies and perfectly polished DMs, something unexpected is happening in 2026. Gen Z and Millennials are going analogue. Yes — actual paper. Real ink. Stamps. Postboxes. Welcome to the Letter Writing Renaissance 2026, where “snail mail” isn’t outdated — it’s iconic. The Slow Communication Revolution We’ve spent a decade chasing faster replies, better Wi-Fi and instant everything. Now? The vibe has shifted. Young people are consciously choosing slow communication. Why? Because waiting is the point. There’s a thrill in anticipation. The quiet drama of checking the mailbox. The intimacy of holding something someone…

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by Jay
Inspiration, Letter writing

The Importance of Handwritten Letters — And Why Barack Obama Wrote 10 Every Night

February 17, 2026

In a world of instant messages and overflowing inboxes, handwritten letters feel rare. But during his eight years as President of the United States, Barack Obama proved just how powerful they can be. At the height of his presidency, Obama received around 40,000 letters every single day at the White House. Messages poured in from across the country — from children, teachers, veterans, factory workers, parents and people going through some of the hardest moments of their lives. And here’s what makes this story remarkable: He answered them. Not all 40,000, of course.But every night — without fail — he…

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by Jay
In the Media, Love Letters

The World Letter: A Collective Love Letter to the World

February 11, 2026

What if humanity came together to write one love letter — not to a person, but to the world itself? The World Letter is an ongoing participatory art project founded by French-Iranian artist Cocovan. Its purpose is beautifully simple: to create a collective love letter to the world, written by people from every country, culture and walk of life. The story began in May 2017 on a street in Berlin, Germany. Cocovan had set up a desk in a public space for what was meant to be a one-day performance, writing his own love letter to the world. Midway through,…

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by Jay

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