Feb 5, 2013 - Geraldton

We were looking forward to arriving in Geraldton but were slightly disappointed with what we found. We though we would probably spend a few nights there but ended up staying just two nights. Dylan was really hoping there would be some good waves for body boarding and was constantly checking the surf but all we got for the two nights we were there was choppy crap. It was really windy and not really all that hot, we didnt even swim in the ocean. Stocked up on more supplied from Woolworths and Coles! Boragain hunting on the cataloque sales....

Sep 24, 2012 - Lazy day in Geraldton

Early start to get motorhome into the mechanic down near the harbour to do an oil change. We then walked the beach area with the boys playing on the large playground at Town Beach where the historical yellow submarine is (locally made 2 man sub for lobster fishing but it didn't really work - issues with batteries and electrical). We then went to the shopping centre and did some bits of shopping. On our way back to boys having lunch at KFC we found a 100 year old butcher shop near the harbour. Lovely people and some good looking meat - so we...

Sep 23, 2012 - Around Geraldton

A lazy morning cleaning the motor home and doing the washing before we set off to have a look at Geraldton. Before we left, the boys went around the park looking at all the drop bear signs displayed and the 50 stuffed drop bears up in the trees. We drove the scenic route along the beaches through the main centre of town, down past the silos at the port to the lighthouse. We then drove back to the HMAS Sydney memorial up on the hill overlooking the town. A beautiful spot with symbolism to commemorate the 645 sailors lost. There is a statue...

Sep 22, 2012 - Kalbarri to Geraldton

A cool but reasonably clear day, we decided to visit the pelican feeding again before we left Kalbarri. We arrived at the pelican feeding station as did a bus of tourists and many other people and we waited, waited but no pelicans turned up today! We then headed out along the coast road to the coastal lookouts of Kalbarri National Park - Eagle Gorge, Natural Bridge and Island Rock. Spectacular views from well maintained roads/parking and track areas. We then drove past the pink lake - Lake Hutt. The algae in the high concentration salt...

Aug 24, 2012 - Last Day in Geraldton

After a restful morning we ventured off to see the Sydney memorial. A very evocative and emotional place and exceptionally well done. Centrepiece is a large dome made up of seagulls, one for every lost man on the Sydney. A moving experience for us. Then on to the famed CHISH & FIPS for lunch. Now this was excellent fish and chips, indeed it is award winning. Generous serves, superbly cooked in really hot oil. After we ate it our fingers were not greasy…. Tomorrow we are on the road again to Cervantes. Close to the famous Pinnacles and, AND...

Aug 22, 2012 - 5 Days in Geraldton

19th- 24th After a slight delay to repair a slow leak in a tyre, Greg has discovered a screw in the tyre. We are on our way to Geraldton. Staying at Batavia Coast caravan park for five days. the park roads are very narrow with very high gutters, Greg has to use low range to place van on site. Around the park we have noticed signs posted on the trees warning us about the drop bears. While we are here the car is going to Ultratune for the 80,000 service. Weather has been a mixed bag with some warm days, windy and cloudy and rain. Geraldton...

Aug 22, 2012 - Out and about in Geraldton

Had a nice day in Geraldton today, out and about took a few happy snaps, had the car serviced, Carol had a haircut and bought herself some Bras at the RED DOT SHOP and I thought that sounds familiar and worked out that Tram Crews stopped for snacks enroute at the Red Spot in Stuart St in Ballarat….. I can store some useless info…. Hopefully this “cold Front” we are enduring will move inland overnight as we are going to get “Chish & Frips” for luncheon tomorrow and eat on the foreshore and visit the memorial to HMAS Sydney. Talking to the...

Aug 20, 2012 - Geraldton

We have been here since we left Kalbarri. Nice enough Van Park, large sites but narrow roads making ingress and (presumably) egress towing a van "interesting". Carol threatened to "leave" where she was going to go I have no idea.... She bought some egg crate foam for under the beds so maybe the "Manchester" fix helped her get over my incompetence in backing onto the site. BIG, big Drama... I dropped my Nikon Camera (it fell out of the car) and its gone "intermittent" so yesterday had to buy a replacement elcheapo from Target, it’s better...

Apr 15, 2012 - Cliff Head North

After final checks on van and car, we finally left home Erskine at 0715am to travel to our first stop - Lighthorse Park. Made good travelling time as we arrived at 0955am. Travelling on a Sunday on the freeway was a breeze. Very little traffic. After a cuppa and change of drivers we set off again to Nilsen Lookout which is on the Ocean Drive Road. Nilsen Lookout overlooks the ocean. Changed drivers. Lunch was at Cervantes. About 2pm we decided we had better find somewhere to stay, so we came into Cliff Head North and camped about 300m from...

Aug 24, 2011 - Aus - Days 110 - 112 - Heading South to Perth

We spent these three days making our way south through coastal roads and small towns lining the ocean. The ocean all along the west coast has been absolutely beautiful, with picturesque spots all along the way. The winds have been pretty strong during these 3 days, and we have been graced with significant ocean waves as a result. We stopped over in Kalbarri National Park, where we enjoyed gorges and wildflowers. Looking forward to seeing a Pelican feeding in Kalbarri, we were somewhat disappointed to learn that the pelicans are not there at...

Aug 14, 2011 - Back to school!!!

Greenough, south of Geraldton, is a lovely farming area: cows, sheep and stunning bright yellow canola fields. The historic village there was worth a look. Nearby are some curious wind shaped trees which have been there a long time. Must be a windy place!

Aug 13, 2011 - 125km winds in Geraldton!

Inevitably we headed south to stay at Geraldton for a couple of days. Erin was in dire need of some shopping therapy and we needed to replace a couple of camping items so a city was a good place to be. Some VERY strong winds hit the coast where we were camping. Thankfully there was a camp kitchen where we were staying where a few fellow tenters took refuge 'til it blew over. Only one of the tents blew over and its occupants bedded down in the kitchen. Gotta love those camp kitchens! Visited the local museum showcasing the wreck of the...