Tag Archives: Perth
Leaving Western Australia
Yesterday I left Western Australia, and this time, I am not sure when or if I will be back. So, I am writing this post to say good-bye to the people that have touched my heart during my Australian adventures. … Continue reading
What the Heck is a Bilby?
Saturday we took a trip to Bilby Yarns, our local weaving and spinning shop here in Perth. The shop is located at the corner of Harrison Street and Hillary Street in Willagee, a suburb south of the city. It is … Continue reading
Travel Days
I find travel days very disorienting, especially these long trips where I cross over the International Date Line. I left Vancouver on Sunday, August 25, on the 11:15 pm flight to Sydney, Australia. My body flew (on the plane, of … Continue reading
On Today’s Walk
I love to get out and take a walk, especially when the sun is shining, the air is a little crisp, a light breeze is blowing and I am close to the water. A solitary walk along by the river … Continue reading
Western Australia Alpaca Show
The Western Australia Alpaca Show, held at Whiteman Park about 30 minutes outside of Perth, was a marvelous way to see lots of Alpacas of many colours and learn more about this lovely animal. I believe alpacas are elegant looking … Continue reading
Fremantle
We took a day trip to the city of Fremantle, more affectionately known as Freo, which is the port city about 30 minutes out of Perth. Fremantle is a quirky little city with a great blend of old and new, … Continue reading
East of Perth
After some debate we bought a car – a serviceable 2001 Toyota Avalon. We can resell the car at the end of our term, and still spend less than renting a car every other weekend. Today we took a road … Continue reading
