Lifestyle

Pixie O’Harris’s 60 Years Old Paintings Found in a Hospital Storeroom

Published

6 years ago

May 29, 2019

New South Wales – Sixty years old paintings of Pixie O’Harris were mysteriously found at a Manning based hospital in New South Wales. Taree resident, Janine Roberts, discovered the paintings when she visited the hospital. The paintings were made by the famous painter, Pixie O’Harris, in 1957 for the hospital. All the paintings are based on children stories, including The Babes in the Wood, Cinderella, and Little Red Riding Hood. The theme of these paintings is similar to the Great Wave of Kanagawa, which is one of Japan’s best works till date. That particular painting depicts the contrast between transient human life and the imposing nature.

Ms. Roberts was already familiar with Pixie O’Harris‘ art, and she saw the paintings ignored in the hospital’s office floor. She got very excited and emotional after discovering the paintings. Ms. Roberts asked the hospital staff about their existence in the hospital, but nobody could tell her how long the paintings are there.

She went back to the hospital with her fellow, Penny Teerman, to collect the late artist’s rare paintings. There she found 13 more paintings, kept randomly in the hospital’s storeroom. There were a total of 17 paintings in the hospital. Ms. Robert told that eight more paintings are missing from the collection of 25 paintings. To find them, she put a call on social media but did not get any clue.

Ms. Roberts Said, “The day I found them, I packed them into the ute very carefully and drove to the art gallery straight away. We were all here, and it was very exciting unpacking each one and looking at it.”

After the full collection of the paintings would be available, they will be featured in an exhibition in January 2020. Previous paintings of Pixie and Olaf O’Harris will also be a part of the exhibition.

The exhibition curator, Sue Mitchell said, “it was rare to have a full series of Pixie and Olaf O’Harris hospital paintings. It’s like finding lost treasure.”

Lifestyle

FITFCK Unveils Major App Update, Strengthening Its Position as the Go To Platform for Fitness-Focused Connections

Published

15 hours ago

August 28, 2025

Michelle Langton

FITFCK, the fast-growing fitness dating brand, has launched a significant update to its iOS and Android apps. Introducing a suite of powerful new features designed to make connecting with like minded gym lovers simpler, smarter and more engaging.

The refreshed app experience allows users to filter matches by location, gender, fitness level and intent whether seeking a date, a relationship or a new social connection. The update now adds an interactive map to discover nearby users and upcoming events, a curated “Spotlight” section showcasing exclusive content, ad free browsing for premium members and message read receipts to keep conversations flowing.

“Our goal is to merge cutting edge tech with the active lifestyle that our community lives and breathes every day” said Founder Jamie Wykes-Hobday. “This update is about making those connections happen faster, easier and with even more relevance.”

In addition to its digital growth, FITFCK recently hosted a sold out event in collaboration with BoohooMAN Active. The event brought together hundreds of fitness enthusiasts for a high energy mix of workouts, socialising and entertainment. Further proving that FITFCK’s community thrives both online and in real life. With more themed workout meet and mingle events planned in the coming months, the brand is set to continue expanding its reach beyond the gym floor.

FITFCK’s blend of innovative app features and immersive events reflects its mission to create a space where fitness and connection go hand in hand breaking down barriers, inspiring healthy lifestyles and bringing like minded people together. A brand to watch out for now and in the future.

About FITFCK:

FITFCK bridges fitness and romance through advanced digital tools and curated in person experiences. Operated by Social Station Group Ltd and headquartered in UK, the brand connects thousands of fitness lovers nationwide.