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A Canadian in Australia - thirty days. Day 14. The Crags, Norman Wade Scenic Drive, Portland, Cape Nelson Lighthouse, and Sea Cliff Nature Walk

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March 12th 2019
Today I am en route to the Cape Nelson Lighthouse just past Portland. First stop was a scenic lookout - The Crags with the rocks and ocean waves in full force. The lighthouse will be a unique experience for me as I am staying two days at the Caretakers Cottage on the grounds. On the way one passes a scenic route with a number of lookouts. I stopped of course to have a look at most - rugged coastli ... read more

Oceania » Australia » Victoria » Portland

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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