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Melbourne

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February 13th 2012
Wow, life back in Melbourne was hectic! (even though – or perhaps because! – it was only two and a half days). They were filled with appointments, working on the van, shopping for camping equipment, doing admin, going to yoga, and catching up with lovely friends. On our third day, after spending some quality time at the Yarra river (happy birthday Mick!), we made our way to Phillip Island. Hav ... read more

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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