Author Archives: Liz Shaw

Monkey Mia

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Liz Shaw

Monkey Mia Monkey Mia is one of the most beautiful spots in Western Australia near the sea. It’s part of the Shark Bay Heritage Site. Dolphins come to welcome you and it’s a truly magical moment. There are many amazing … Continue reading →

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Broome

Posted on January 6, 2024 by Liz Shaw

Broome is magical town in the top end of Western Australia. Travel to Broome by plane, car, bus etc. The people are Koepanger, Malay, Chinese, European and First Nation. Stay at the many resorts. The one we stayed at was … Continue reading →

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Norfolk Island

Posted on September 15, 2023 by Liz Shaw

Norfolk is a short two-hour flight from Sydney. As you land you will see tall Norfolk pines and green nature all around the island. Norfolk is known for its history and the Bounty. Its part of Australia so you only … Continue reading →

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Longreach and Winton

Posted on May 25, 2023 by Liz Shaw

Long reach and Winton I was sitting on the fence re this trip to Long reach and Winton. Still deciding whether to go. Family wanted to go, and I guess I did not want to miss out. Great excitement as … Continue reading →

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Kings Beach QLD

Posted on April 3, 2023 by Liz Shaw

Kings Beach is in Queensland at Caloundra, about two hundred kilometres past the border of New South Wales. As you arrive you will see the Glass House Mountains from the top of the hill, the deep blue sea, and ships … Continue reading →

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Great Kidman Aussie Way

Posted on March 24, 2023 by Liz Shaw

Great Kidman Aussie Way ‘Let’s go on a trip!’ said John.‘Where will we go?’ said Robert.‘I know a great trip we can go on, let’s travel the Kidman Way,’ said Allan. The three brothers were sitting in a pub dressed … Continue reading →

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Cairns to Cape York Blog

Posted on February 15, 2023 by Liz Shaw

How do you travel from Sydney to Cairns, then Cape York and back to Cairns in 10 days, in reverse, without a 4WD of your own? Day 1: First arrive at Sydney airport early, for a full day of adventure. … Continue reading →

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A long weekend at The Peninsula Blog

Posted on February 13, 2023 by Liz Shaw

Travel from Sydney to Woy Woy, just over an hour by train, two hours by car. Enjoy as a local, the sights, coffee at the Boulevard 19 cafe. Walk to Spike Milligan Bridge and along the water. Continue your walk … Continue reading →

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