I’m back in Toowoomba after the weekend away in the heat and humidity of Townsville in support of the North Queensland regional gradings for Iaido and Kendo. It was great to see everyone’s enthusiasm and effort on both days in the face of the unrelenting weather.

Congratulations to all who graded successfully. As always, now the hard work begins to continue refining your practice to the next level.

Many thanks to Matt G, who hosted me over the weekend. It was wonderful to catch up and just spend the time with him and his family over the past few day. I really would like to come up and spend some more time soon!