Thursday 24th May 2012 "In that hour before sunrise, on the waters of the bay, you may hear the roar of motors, and the swirl of flying spray. Loaded to the Plimsoll to carry out her role, 'tis a Catalina taking off to begin her lone patrol." Partial Excerpt from "A Saga of the Catalinas", … Continue reading Lake Boga Flying Boat Museum – Home of the Catalina
New South Wales
Following the Murray River: Entrancing Echuca
Wednesday 23rd May 2012 Entrancing Echuca. Twinned with Moama. The closest point on the Murray River to Melbourne, the capital of Victoria. A mere two - three hours drive away. For the tourist, there is a distinction between Echuca the town centre, and Echuca, the historic port centre. If you come for just a few … Continue reading Following the Murray River: Entrancing Echuca
Following the Murray River: Yarrawonga to Echuca
Tuesday 22nd May 2012 As you drive along the Murray River, you encounter twin towns. One is in NSW, and the other in Victoria, and the only thing that separates them is a bridge across the river. Well, actually, there are separate state governments, laws, regulations, taxes, fines, driving speeds, etc. Other than that, things … Continue reading Following the Murray River: Yarrawonga to Echuca
The Reluctant Retiree 