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    Torres Strait Islands

    26 de novembro de 2024, Torres Strait ⋅ 🌬 27 °C

    Blessed with coral reefs, deserted beaches and pockets of rainforest, the 274 islands of the Torres Strait off the tip of Cape York are a fascinating mix of culture, breathtaking scenery and WWII history. The Torres Strait Islands are virtually untouched, a series of stepping stones reaching from Cape York towards Papua New Guinea.
    It’s a region with a rich history, dating back 70,000 years when the first Torres Strait islanders migrated from the Indonesian archipelago. Less than 20 of the islands are inhabited and just a few permit visitors.
    During WW2, 5000 troops and airmen were stationed on Horn Island, which was the second most-attacked location in Australia after Darwin.    Leia mais

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    The magazine which chronicaled the JFK rescueThe replica carved coconut shell JFK sent to the US forces to say he was still alive

    Lectures at sea

    26 de novembro de 2024, Arafura Sea ⋅ ☀️ 29 °C

    Two lectures today…
    1. “There be Dragons” about Komodo’s Island - Karen Woodman. Interesting snippets about the ecology, culture and the Komodo Dragons.
    2. “The Aussie who saved JFK - Reg Evans” - Michael Adams. Fascinating unknown backstory about JFK’s rescue from PT109 in the Solomon Islands in WW2.
    3. Joel Bowerman, Tasmanian pianist, fabulous instrumental concert, so far the very best there has been    Leia mais

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    Larrakia Cultural Centre

    28 de novembro de 2024, Austrália ⋅ ☁️ 31 °C

    The Larrakia people are the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters in and surrounding Darwin, including Darwin Harbour. The Larrakia are ‘saltwater people’ and consist of nine family groups, with over 2,600 people living in and around Darwin. We chat with Mark, mostly about football. His role is to ‘network’ the Larrakia culture in the wider community. They are in the process of moving to new premises, so their displays are limited at the moment.Leia mais

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    Street art in Darwin

    28 de novembro de 2024, Austrália ⋅ ☁️ 31 °C

    Vibrant street art in the lane behind Star Village Mall.
    The Star Picture Theatre was built in 1929 & was once the “social hub of the Territory”. This open air picture theatre survived the bombings of WW2 and entertained people up til Xmas Eve 1974. It was severely damaged during Cyclone Tracy.
    The original Tin Star at the front of the theatre was toppled by 200mph winds; a steel bracket supporting the star was bent in one direction by the force of the wind during Cyclone Tracy. Now it is the site of Star Village, a collection of shops and eateries. Historical memorabilia is displayed throughout.    Leia mais

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    Us outside the NT People's House
    Entry showing flags and coat of armsThe tattered flag that survived the bombingsEmblem of the Territory - Sturt's Desert RoseThe current parliamentary members

    NT Parliament - “The People’s House”

    28 de novembro de 2024, Austrália ⋅ ☁️ 31 °C

    Parliament was sitting today, so we went into the Visitor’s Gallery - no pics here! A motion was before the Legislative Assembly to recognise the 50th anniversary of Cyclone Tracy. Members spoke passionately about the effects this disaster had had on people at the time and the lasting memory it has left on the Territory. Very heartening to hear such kind, orderly, passionate presentations.
    The Main Hall has a lot of historical artefacts including a tattered Australian flag which was found after the bombing of Darwin.
    The state’s emblem, Sturt’s Desert Rose, is created in marble inside the front entrance.    Leia mais

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    Slawi Bay, Komodo

    30 de novembro de 2024, Indonésia ⋅ ☁️ 28 °C

    Komodo Island is totally unlike what I would have expected to see in the tropics - the islands are largely bare, very rugged and steep. There are pockets of forest in the few valleys we can see, Transportation is obviously by boat, the terrain does not facilitate roads. As we sail in at breaking day, porpoises ride the bow wave of our ship. The forecast is overcast with rain.Leia mais

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    Tenders being lowered
    These 2 boats buzzed around all day. Held us up leaving due to begging.

    Boat traffic on Komodo

    30 de novembro de 2024, Indonésia ⋅ ☁️ 30 °C

    Only organised shore excursions are allowed onshore, we have opted to stay onboard because the walking is difficult. There is no guarantee of sighting Komodo’s Dragons in the wild and the tickets are very expensive.
    Afterword: So glad we did not go ashore.....15+ people suffered heat stroke and had to be stretchered back to the boat; long waits with no shade; steps to/from tender had no handrail.    Leia mais

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    Komodo Dragons

    30 de novembro de 2024, Indonésia ⋅ ☁️ 31 °C

    Komodo Dragons are the world’s largest lizards. They have a venomous bite and prehistoric appearance and can only be safely observed on a naturalist-led tour. Guides carry sticks in case they get close. On any such tour there is no guarantee you will see them as they roam freely in the UNESCO World Heritage site.Leia mais

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    In come the tugs
    Note the long bridge to the post and airport which spans the bayOutrigger fishermen

    Benoa, Bali

    1 de dezembro de 2024, Bali Sea ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C

    Sailing into Benoa, port for Denpasar, capital of Bali. As expected it is flat near the coast and raining this morning. Clouds are blocking the view of the mountains. The waterfront areas we can see appearance to be geared towards boating and tourism and the bars/restaurants are full of people by 8am.Leia mais

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    Happy birthday upside down and unseen keyboardSpectacular Elton John medley

    Leaving Bali

    1 de dezembro de 2024, Indonésia ⋅ ☁️ 28 °C

    As we leave Bali, no sunset and the night comes quickly. The outline of the volcanoes is the best it has been all day and Bali’s nightlife is just beginning. We watch the second of Joel Bowerman’s concerts. He played Happy Birthday in a variety of styles [Beethoven, Liszt, Chopin, and Mozart while lying on the piano stool with his head under the keyboard]. Spectacular Elton John medley and Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue were some of the highlights, finished off with the Black & White Rag.Leia mais

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