Blogs from Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia, Oceania - page 20

And We're Off....Finally! Oh but wait...

Oceania » Australia » Western Australia » Fremantle January 16th 2007

7 months after arriving in Perth I'm finally off to see new places. It's been one of the most memorable stays in one place for so long. I can't thank the people I've met here enough, especially the staff here at The Old Fire Station Backpackers. It seriously is sad to be leaving this place as for me now I consider my home away from home. Rich, Lynn, Gavin & I are leaving this Friday for a road trip to Melbourne, which will probably take us a few weeks to get to. We'll most likely stop along the way for some work doing harvesting of sorts. It's exciting to be on the road again soon. My backpacking trip came to a halt here, but I'm happy it did. I may be coming back at some point, ... read more

See you next year!

Oceania » Australia » Western Australia » Fremantle December 31st 2006

A beach in Freo

swissmaple

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!! So tomorrow is 2007. An update on what I've been up to since arriving in Perth: Includes some old buildings, lots of beaches and swimming, some seed picking, and a concert. I've been in the Perth area for a little over a week, and I have to say I have yet to go downtown and see Perth. So what have I been up to? The first few days in Perth were devoted to running errands and doing last minute Christmas shopping. Christmas Eve we went to the Carols by Candlelight, held in a little park. It wasn't actually dark when it started, as Western Aus had just switched to Daylights Savings and the time for the Carols hadn't been changed, so the sun was still in the sky at the start. Luckily ... read more

Fremantle

Oceania » Australia » Western Australia » Fremantle December 17th 2006

honnoric

Stayed three nights in a the lovely South Beach Cottage, about a mile from the centre of Fremantle. It is a very nicely laid out old cottagewhich we immediately felt at home in. On arrival day we just pottered around the markets in town, and got to know the lie of the local land. On full day one we did a more thorough exploration of the town, bought a a sun hat for Eden (one with serious elasitic so that she knows we are not messing about any more) and then in the afternoon went down to South Beach. Beach very blowy, water very cool, but all OK with that. Full day two finds us on the ferry to Rottnest Island, where we hire bikes and go for a spin round the island. Very hot day, ... read more

Fremantle - North beach

Oceania » Australia » Western Australia » Fremantle December 11th 2006

mooney1979

Went to the north beaches in Fremantle. Their much better although there is one dedicated for dogs which isn't so good. the best beach is further north in Cottesloe. ... read more

Day trip to Fremantle

Oceania » Australia » Western Australia » Fremantle December 7th 2006

mooney1979

Took the train to Fremantle. Thought the beaches were south of the train station but found a rather small and dirty beach after walking 5 miles in sandals. Worked on the tan though. Bought some ear-plugs on the way back, then went to a Belgian beer bar which was expensive but the significant amount of alcohol plus ear-plugs did the job back at the hostel!... read more

2 months later... still in Oz

Oceania » Australia » Western Australia » Fremantle November 27th 2006

Boots

So sorry for the lack of entries for the past 2 months... Oops! Yes I am still alive and kicking. I guess quite a few things have gone on since my last entry, but I would'nt want to bore you with ramblings about them. I'll just give you the gist of it. I have done road trips since then. We (Jan, Rich, Maurice, Mel, Adam & Steph) headed down to Esperance a few weeks ago. Rented a caravan and did a camping trip. Left for 5 days and drove inland to get there. It really gives you the feel of middle of nowhere... nothing for miles and miles. Was the most beautiful beaches I've ever seen in my life! I can't even explain to you the views and the prestine blue waters and white beaches! Gorgeous!!! ... read more

September, The Never Ending Bday Celebrations

Oceania » Australia » Western Australia » Fremantle September 23rd 2006

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Boots

So yup, I'm still here in Freo. Still working at the pasta place, still living at the hostel. Things are good, as Roy here would say "it's absolutely average". The itch to start moving again is coming back that's for sure. But still trying to save up some money to hit the road. I'm starting to look for other jobs now, one that'll pay more nad have more hours. And, also starting to look for a flat to live in, as it ends up being cheaper than living in the hostel, and help out with the funds as there's always something going on here. Well this month are the birthdays. We are 6 of us celebrating this week. Last night there was a big bday bash for Josh (one of the staff members) and Rob (who ... read more

im off to europe again!

Oceania » Australia » Western Australia » Fremantle August 29th 2006

Damo, Loren and aSh

alaya

Hey dudes and dudettes.. and Grumps!! Well, I finished uni and im going overseas ... without a clue and without any cash!!..ohh why couldnt I waited a few more months to save some money!!!.. gotta keep up with the action Im heading over to the uk with Dad for 6 weeks of holidaying, including some time on a boat(hopefully) and in spain being homeless, drinking cheap beer and saying 'hola'. After that ... mmm... weellllll... after that I shall look to the horizons to explore new and uncharted......mm....couchsurfing opportunities.! and dumpster diving experiences. Want to also catch up with any of you beautiful people in the europe area!.. I have attached some fotos of some freo shinanegans... Hope to catch up soon and love to you all, Peace, Alaya ... read more

The OFS Lifestyle

Oceania » Australia » Western Australia » Fremantle July 24th 2006

Reception Session

Boots

I'm sorry, I know it's been a long time, but just saving you from uneventful entries... So I'm still in Australia, still in Fremantle (near Perth) getting pretty cozy. The life here is very laidback and the hostel life and guests are quite the "family" since the majority of us here are longterm tenants. Our days consist of waking up (at some point) and run for the front desk to see if there are any odd jobs for the day in the area...mostly labouring, gardening, cleaning.. the jobs others don't really want to do, but whatever, it's cash-in-hand, so it's good. So far I have gardened on those jobs as the others usually want guys ... bah! Anyway, I've picked up some work finally. I actually clean the hostel on the weekends... what a job that ... read more

Thelma And The 2 (Joanna) Louises - 5th - 12th Jul 06

Oceania » Australia » Western Australia » Fremantle July 12th 2006

Geriatrics!

Jo Whit

We collected our bright red Hyundai accent around 9.00 am the morning after our hangover supper. Fresh and bright from an early night we set off down highway 30, headed for Albany on the south coast. We had a bit of a giggle at our first picnic lunch - we'd saved the left over spag bol - just like responsible adults, or big time skanks - whichever you prefer! After lunch we talked about going whale watching and in her excitement Whits slipped up to 125 km's per hour and promptly got pulled over by a sharking patrol car. We got done - $100 fine and stern word of warning! On we travelled after our scolding and eventually reached the beautiful coastal town of Albany and checked into the backpackers there, run by a great couple ... read more

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