At sunset on Thursday 23rd April, 2020 we witnessed a moment in history as the Ruby Princess departed Port Kembla (Wollongong NSW). It was tugged to the harbour entrance under escort of water cannon, the traditional symbol of maritime respect. We were a moment too slow with the camera shutter. As she sailed into open … Continue reading History in the Making – The Ruby Princess Departs Port Kembla
Musings on Retirement
From My Walk Today
Sometimes when we travel, we overlook the beauty in our back yard. What better place to spend my hour's exercise than the beach behind our apartment complex? The ship that looks as if it is parked on the beach is the Ruby Princess, currently holed up in Port Kembla with ill crew on board. But … Continue reading From My Walk Today
Eden to Wollongong (NSW) – Day 18, Final Day of Road Trip March 2020
Monday 23rd March 2020 Driving distance approximately 410klm / 260mi (Total 18 Day Trip Length approximately 4,130 klm / 2570 mi) We are now on the "Sapphire Coast" of New South Wales, which includes the towns of Eden, Pambula, Merimbula, Bega, Tathra, Cobargo and Bermagui. Tathra and Bermagui do not feature on my above map … Continue reading Eden to Wollongong (NSW) – Day 18, Final Day of Road Trip March 2020