Victoria's View | 24 June 2025

Hiya Hinchinbrook Shire! I was a very busy bee this past week, and I hope you all were too.

There were book signings, art exhibition opening nights (which I regret to have missed), and we all bid a fond farewell to one of our much-loved staff here at the Life Publishing Group as Ruby spreads her wings in the rewarding world of support work.

I nipped down to Airlie Beach to celebrate her new journey with my colleagues from the main office. We had some nibbles and drinks at Mulligan's, a delightful Irish sports bar, before sending her off the proper way with karaoke up on stage at Magnums, where we sang Don't Go Breaking My Heart by the wonderful Elton John.

With a future ahead of her as bright as those flashing club lights, I know Ruby will do well on the new path she has chosen. The only sad tidings come from Finn, the main office dog, who will sadly be losing a playmate as Ruby takes her fur-son Koa with her. All the best Ruby!

Victoria

Fun Fact: I first fell in love with Elton's music when he appeared on the Muppets Show and sang Crocodile Rock. He was colourful and dazzling in a mirrorball and rainbow feather suit and conducted singing crocodiles. He also sang a duet with Miss Piggy, and their performance, matching costumes and banter are core memories. Best VHS tape ever.

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