Dutch Shuffleboard (Sjoelen) – a fun family game everyone can play in Australia

Sjoelen, or Dutch Shuffleboard, was invented in Holland sometime during the 19th century. It is a great family - friendly game that is easy to learn, but not so easy to master! Keep your family and friends entertained for hours as Sjoelen is the perfect addition to any party, workplace or family gathering! You can … Continue reading Dutch Shuffleboard (Sjoelen) – a fun family game everyone can play in Australia

Get your delicious Dutch treats at Dutchy’s Bakehouse on the Sunshine Coast

If you are in South East Queensland and want a real taste of The Netherlands, you're in luck. Jeroen is a 5th generation Dutch baker, who now lives on the Sunshine Coast, QLD and owns Dutchy's Bakehouse. You can get a variety of delicious Dutch treats and Australian meat pies too!  There is also really … Continue reading Get your delicious Dutch treats at Dutchy’s Bakehouse on the Sunshine Coast

Clogheels – a Dutch Australian Queens Day Love Story

Hi, I am Siobhan. I'm an Australian who lived in the Netherlands between 2005 and 2010. Why? Because whenever I travelled around the world I met Dutch people in the most random places and I liked them, so thought I'd try life in their country.  I am also 183 cm tall and I like tall … Continue reading Clogheels – a Dutch Australian Queens Day Love Story

Perfecting the art of translation (from Dutch to English)

Finding the words to express oneself isn’t always easy in one’s native tongue. It can be even trickier when having to communicate in another language. A lover of language, translator Kim van Lent relishes the challenge of transforming other people’s (Dutch) sentiments into English – whether it be for an Australian, British or American audience, … Continue reading Perfecting the art of translation (from Dutch to English)

Billy’s Bakehouse: A real Australian meat pie in The Netherlands

Billy's Bakehouse offers you the opportunity to have a real Australian meat pie in The Netherlands.  This week, I learnt a little more about the story behind the business.  Darren has been in The Netherlands for 22 years and has grown Billy's from a small festival pie stand to a bakery supplying major supermarkets in … Continue reading Billy’s Bakehouse: A real Australian meat pie in The Netherlands

World Wide Juf – Dutch lessons online via Skype

http://youtu.be/LNtsbIMb-0E (English version below) Woon je in Australie en is de nederlandse school te ver, maar vind je Nederlandse les wel belangrijk? Dan stellen we graag World Wide Juf aan je voor! World Wide Juf is persoonlijk onderwijs op afstand via audio- visuele media voor Nederlandse en Vlaamse kinderen die woonachtig zijn in het buitenland. … Continue reading World Wide Juf – Dutch lessons online via Skype

Dutch Licorice in Australia at Lollyworld

Are you a Dutchie in Australia missing the taste of Dutch licorice?  Did you know that you can probably find your favourite Dutch Licorice at Lollyworld, who deliver Australia wide? You can read more about the history of Licorice (also spelt Licorique) on Wikipedia.  Also known as "Drop", Dutch Licorice typically appeals to the taste … Continue reading Dutch Licorice in Australia at Lollyworld

Delft INA (International Networking Association)

When planning the move from The Netherlands to Australia earlier this year, I was excited to see a new english-speaking business networking group pop up in my Facebook newsfeed.  I am a natural networker and feel it's really important to happiness and success both personally and professionally, especially when you move to a new place. … Continue reading Delft INA (International Networking Association)

Dutchy’s Bakehouse

Dutchys Bakehouse

We live in North Brisbane but are still regulars at Dutchy's Bakehouse on the Sunshine Coast.  Not only do they provide wonderful Dutch bread but a whole array of other baked goods...along with friendly service. Today they celebrated three years - gefeliciteerd!  There was a great celebration with a very "gezellig" atmosphere.  The children enjoyed … Continue reading Dutchy’s Bakehouse