Arrived here a little frazzled after what seemed like a night in an ice-box.....the bus. Air-con has its pros & cons.....at night when you're trying to sleep it is advisable to ensure that you layer your clothing otherwise you are gauranteed a sleepless night. ln my case the shivering stopped at irregular intervals only when the bus stopped for a break & the bus returned to a normal temperature. I know I shouldn't complain seen as you're in the depths of winter at home. Originally we'd planned to stay in St. Kilda but couldn't get a room there so we stayed in the city center...on Russell St. over a pub called the Exford Hotel. Location is central, dorm of 3, free breakfast, "cheap as"....as the aussies say!....& very clean with a walk-in fridge......absolutely glorious in the
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