This morning we set out reasonably early to drive to Flinders Chase National Park on the western end of Flinders Island. On our way we saw a Koala on the roadside but, where were all the cameras? In the back of the car, unfortunately. We tried to take some snaps with our mobile phones, but the quality was very poor. The koala photo did make an appearance on Facebook, but was deemed to be not blog-worthy. We arrived at Rocky river and checked in at the visitor’s centre. Although we were already paid up we had to obtain a sticker for the windscreen to confirm that we had paid our fees. Cathy dropped Steve, Bernie and I at about the halfway point of the Rocky River Hike. We had been advised that this was a reasonably ... read more

Today we explored the Fleurieu Peninsula. Our first stop was at Rosetta Head, you know that bluff that you can see to the west of Victor Harbour, but you’ve never actually been to any time that you have visited Victor Harbour? I think we have photographed Rosetta Head from Victor Harbour a number of times - now we have photos of Victor Harbour from Rosetta Head! Next we made our way into the Deep Creek Conservation Park. Hmmn, totally overlooked the fact that we might need a Park Pass to go into the park. There was an entry sign warning of spot checks and fines and referring us to www.parks.sa.gov.au to buy our pass on-line. Of course that sign was right next to the sign warning that we were about to go out of mobile phone ... read more

This morning we handed over care of Finbar and our house to house sitters, Chloe and David, before hitting the road about noon with the GPS set to take us to Rupanyup in the Wimmera. Heading to Rupanyup so see some of the silos on the Silo Art Trail was a late addition to our holiday because Tracey booked the house sitters to arrive a day earlier than was originally planned! We arrived mid-afternoon to view the Rupanyup silo. This silo is adorned with a monochrome mural created by internationally renowned Russian artist Julia Volchkova. The artwork features a young boy and a young girl. We headed further north towards the silo at Sheep Hills. This silo was painted by Adnate, an internationally renowned artist famous for his work in Aboriginal communities across Australia. The work ... read more

This morning Robin and Sandra drove us to Glenhope to visit Sandra's brother, Paul and his wife, Jean. Paul and Jean have 100 acres of land bordering Kahurangi National Park. When we arrived Jean greeted us with a pump pack of Nivea hand lotion which she recommended that we put on to deter the sandflies. Somewhat sceptical I slathered my arms with Nivea and then sprayed Aeroguard on my pants and around my hiking boots ... just to be sure! Jean is an avid collector, keen gardener and talented artist and they have created an amazing property that is a mixture of sheep farm, river, botanic garden, bush, museum, art gallery and home. They purchased the property about 15 years ago from the leader of a commune whose followers had deserted him. It is completely off ... read more

We made ourselves a bit of breakfast in our room then repacked our overnight bag and loaded it back into the car. We moved the car to the spot where we had been told we could leave it until after our tour and then walked across the street to the office of Farewell Spit Eco Tours. Not one, but two red busses were pulled up out the front. We settled our account and were told that we would be in the first bus. We loaded up and then Elaine asked if anyone needed the loo before we got underway. Damn, I was fine until she put the thought in my head. Fortunately I wasn't the only one who decided to 'go' before we departed! The red busses headed off towards Puponga where we picked up the ... read more