THE NURSERY

THE LAST WEEK

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April 15th 2010
THE FINAL WEEK It’s not surprising that after the magic of the reef there would be a let down. The following port was Townsville. I planned to go out to Magnetic Island for an experience similar to Rottnest; bus around the island, a snorkel, a little birding and a quick bite. Problem number 1, walking distance to the ferry was a little long and a little hot and I missed the 9:00 am departure ... read more

Oceania » Australia » New South Wales » Sydney

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Aboriginal settlers arrived on the continent from Southeast Asia about 40,000 years before the first Europeans began exploration in the 17th century. No formal territorial claims were made until 1770, when Capt. James COOK took possession in the name... ... read more