Went to Canberra (which surprisingly to many foreigners and locals is the capital of Oz) on the weekend. While there, had a quick look at Floriade. photos by Tanya
Another trip to the AGNSW to see the Dobell drawing prize. For the first time in what seems like ages there were speakers across the road at Speaker's Corner in the Domain. But while they were addressing their crowds of one, no-one seemed to notice the large rock that had quietly landed in a tree nearby.
Came home this evening (Sunday) to find a light dusting of snow. It may not seem much to you Northern Hemisphereians but it's kind of exciting to us. It hasn't snowed properly here for a few years so after this afternoon's sprinkle we're hoping tonight will be the night. Weatherzone says 0-7 degrees with snow showers for Monday. Fingers crossed!
The Blue Mountains is an area about 1.5 hours west of Sydney. It's made up of 10 or 15 smaller connecting towns. It is officially known as The City of the Blue Mountains though tourists have been known to ask "could you tell me how to get to the city" when they're standing in the middle of it.
We (wife and 1 year old daughter) moved here in 1996. Our intention was to renovate an 85 year old house, make some money and go back to Sydney. 12 years and a son later the house is almost done but we're not going anywhere.