Very cute - drying off in the dead branches of the manna gums

300+ year old manna gum - centre dies off, and new branches shoot from the base, spreading out

Whalers Way - 16km dirt road drive along lower edge of Eyre Peninsular

Amazing cliffs/coastline with very undermined edges - did not get too close as it could collapse

Was able to get very close to the locals!

Koalas, Whalers Way & more Koalas!

May 22, 2025 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C

Rained overnight, briefly. Spent the morning touring the Mikkira property with Helen, the 3rd generation owner. Spotted well over 40 koalas!
The 600 acres has not been cleared fully, and not run sheep for over 70+ years. It became a Sanctuary 50 years ago for an insurance population of koalas from Kangaroo Island, as the same rare trees grow in both areas.Read more