We have finally arrived back in Sydney after our extended tour of western New South Wales. Internet at the hotel room in Mudgee proved to be extortionate hence the flurry of posts now we are back.

Wine tasting can be a tricky exercise. Even taking all possible care to rinse …

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Star gazing has been curtailed for the day on account of the clouds that have descended over Parkes for the day. However this didn't stop us visiting the town and eating some hearty $10 T-Bones before retiring for the evening. We visit "The Dish" tomorrow morning and possibly …

Today is our last day in the mountains. We went to Leura Cascade yesterday which starts as a little stream and some minor waterfalls before tumbling off a rather spectacular cliff to the valley bellow. Today we drive off to Parkes which should give us some good views as we …

We are currently staying in the Blue Mountains area with Fliss' brother, wife and kids. In between providing pushes for swings (something that works up a hell of a thirst) we have struck out into the bush for a short walk. The Three Sisters are just down the road and …

As I may have alluded to in my last post the view of the stars on Lindeman Island where particularly bright. In fact even with illumination of the resort around you you can easily make out the broad swath of the Milky Way as well as numerous other southern constellations …