Tuesday, 19th March ~ Australia's Capital

We seem to be go, go, go. Or maybe that was just Sydney life. It must take time to adjust to living with the busy-ness of Sydney, especially after our couple of laid back beach-side stays at Urunga and Shoalhaven Heads.

On our return to Nowra / Shoalhaven Heads, Anna took us on a tour of her 'digs' on HMAS Albatross. And we were lucky to see the Sea Hawk - the breed she works on.

While in the area, we visited Jervis Bay, Huskisson and Booderee National Park. An stunning area - those cliffs - and such a beautiful sunny day for us.

 

 

As we entered the national park, we were surprised to see this sign. So our 'eagle eyes' were peeled in seach of the 'endangered Bristlebird'.

 

and guess what .. we saw lots of them.

At Shoalhaven Heads, the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service are doing a great job at 'trying' to educate people about shorebirds. They've added signage about keeping dogs out of nesting areas.

 

some colourful mosaics

 

 

and information about the incredible world journey of migratory birds

 

 

 

Back at Shoalhaven Heads caravan park, I just had to capture a few little memories;

 

who remembers the coin hot water system in the shower block?

(I nearly fell over when I saw this - but it's only decoration)

 

Sydney icons, right in the park

 

 

Today, we said bye bye to the coast for a while and headed to Canberra for a few days. We're keen for a cultural fix and see the Toulouse Lautrec exhibition plus more; there's lots on, as it's Canberra's 100th birthday. My head is spinning...