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Day 180–186
November 12, 2023 at 11:19 AM - November 18, 2023
6 nights
🌬 18 °C
Altitude: 209 m
Australia Douglas Lookout -34.982837, 116.79046934°58’58” S 116°47’26” E
Tingle Tree Forest
Nov 12–18, 2023 in Australia ⋅ 🌬 18 °C
Dragged ourselves out yesterday to visit the Tingle trees just out of Walpole. Our first outing since Graham bought the dreaded virus back to the van.

Was an easy 1 k walk. Was pleased it wasn't any longer. But it was well worth it. We both agreed it was the best forest walk we have done. I think Graham is becoming a bit of a greenie. As you can tell by out outfits, it is a little chilly 🥶Read more
That is a big tree. I am looking forward to your pictorial book when you finish your trip. Your pictures are wonderful. You can keep your virus though. All the best Denise [Denise]
11/14/23Reply
TravelerYes. They grow them big down here. Wasn't very impressed when Graham passed it on to me. But that life travelling. Hope you and the family are all well ❤️
11/16/23Reply
TravelerWhat a beautiful walk. 💖. Cool there. Really hot here. You’re not missing this heat. 😜
11/16/23Reply
TravelerI am very pleased to be missing the heat. But I am sure it will catch us up eventually. We are supposed to hit a high of 21° today. 🥵
11/16/23Reply
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Day 180
Sunday, November 12, 2023 at 11:16 AM
🌬 19 °C
Altitude: 145 m
Australia Marks -34.991965, 116.87170934°59’31” S 116°52’18” E
Wildflowers Walpole
November 12, 2023 in Australia ⋅ 🌬 19 °C
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Day 177–184
November 9, 2023 at 12:17 PM - November 16, 2023
7 nights
☁️ 17 °C
Altitude: 7 m
Australia Walpole River -34.987658, 116.7206834°59’16” S 116°43’14” E
Walpole
Nov 9–16, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C
Walpole certainly ticked all the boxes. Stunning forests, with the impressive old Tingle Trees. I have fallen in love with them. Such wonderful shapes.

The inlets and waterways are lovely. It's a great spot to have a boat. We thought about fishing, but very cold. We are not that keen.

We had fish and chips at Peaceful Bay. Would be a beautiful spot on a warm, sunny day. But in the mid teens and blowing a gale, we didn't venture into the water. But we did climb the steps up to the lookout. Was a great view and worth the climb.

We also found a suspension bridge in the middle of nowhere. Part of a long hike, one of many in the area. Amazing what you find when exploring some 4WD tracks.

The walk to Circular Pools was lovely. There are so many great walks in this area. We only tackled the shorter ones. But many for the keen hike.

All in all, we really enjoyed Walpole. Was a great spot to relax after our virus, while also doing a little siteseeing.Read more
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Day 174–177
November 6, 2023 at 10:34 AM - November 9, 2023
3 nights
Altitude: 20 m
Australia Salmon Beach -34.814795, 116.00351534°48’53” S 116°0’13” E
Windy Harbour
Nov 6–9, 2023 in Australia
We didn't get to go fishing. Graham was sick. We had gone for a walk along Salmon Beach on Monday.
He had all the rods set up to go out early yesterday. Until he was up all night vomiting 🤢. He is feeling better today.

It's such a stunning spot. 😍 the wild coastline.Read more
TravelerHope Graham is feeling better 💐
11/16/23Reply
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Day 173
Sunday, November 5, 2023 at 1:46 PM
🌬 22 °C
Altitude: 13 m
Australia Turner Park -34.324098, 115.16353334°19’27” S 115°9’49” E
Point D'entrecasteaux NP
November 5, 2023 in Australia ⋅ 🌬 22 °C
We are currently camping at Windy Point Van Park.

Went for a drive to Point D'entrecasteaux NP. So spectacular.
WA has some of the most impressive coastlines. Will go back tomorrow and visit Salmon Beach. Maybe take the fishing lines. Beach in photos 2 & 3.

The heathland is so beautiful at the moment. There are so many flowering shrubs.

Do you like my Kangaroo action shot?Read more
TravelerGreat kangaroo action shot 👏🏼👏🏼. Magic coastline.
11/7/23Reply
TravelerIt is a breathtaking piece of coastline.
11/7/23Reply
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Day 172
Saturday, November 4, 2023 at 10:18 AM
☁️ 24 °C
Altitude: 138 m
Australia Barronhurst -34.433322, 116.07198734°25’60” S 116°4’19” E
Big Brook Dam
November 4, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 24 °C
Another beautiful day for exploring the Southern Forest around Pemberton.

We went to Big Brook Dam. Then, followed the gravel road through the Karri Forest. Was heavily logged in the past. It's great to see all the regrowth.

We also stopped on at the lavender and Berry farm. It's such a pretty spot. But the wrong time for berries.Read more
TravelerGorgeous spot. Shame about the berries 😜
11/7/23Reply
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Day 171
Friday, November 3, 2023 at 10:33 AM
⛅ 23 °C
Altitude: 89 m
Australia Yeagarup -34.505603, 115.93625634°30’20” S 115°56’11” E
Heartbreak Trail
November 3, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 23 °C
We drove the Heartbrake Trail today. I'm not sure why it's called that. Was an excellent gravel road. Except where they were grading.

It's magnificent down here in the Southern Forest. When we were here a few years ago, it was wet, freezing 🥶 and not so greatThere is muchch better weather this time.

We revisited the watch tree. Graham climbed the first few rungs last time. No climbing anymore. Not surprisingly, they had to rescue men that had heartattacks while climbing in the past.

Picked up avo and kiwifruit from the local farm gates. Could have got 10 kilo of avo for $10. A bit more than we would have used 😁Read more
TravelerWow I wish avos were that price here.
11/7/23Reply
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Day 171–174
November 3, 2023 at 9:57 AM - November 6, 2023
3 nights
Altitude: 138 m
Australia Yeagarup -34.450659, 115.95065634°27’2” S 115°57’2” E
Chocolates
Nov 3–6, 2023 in Australia
OMG... we are camped behind the Southern Forest Cocolate Company, Pemberton. So beautiful here. We have an avocado orchard behind us. Grape vines growing on the other side. The most beautiful dam. But most of all we can walk to the chocolate shop 🍫. Hot chocolate is my new staple for afternoon tea. With a side of chocolate.Read more
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11/7/23Reply
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Day 169
Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 10:43 AM
☀️ 23 °C
Altitude: 223 m
Australia Henry Hill -34.032947, 116.48217634°1’59” S 116°28’56” E
Wildflowers Pemberton
November 1, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
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- Everlasting daisy's
- nodding blue Lily
- unknown. But interesting
- Pink Mulla Mulla
- flax lily
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- Velleia trinervis
- unknown
TravelerMore beauties 🤩🤩
12/19/23Reply
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Day 168–170
October 31, 2023 at 6:35 PM - November 2, 2023
2 nights
☀️ 20 °C
Altitude: 191 m
Australia Gnowergerup Brook -33.910435, 116.41155233°54’38” S 116°24’42” E
Jayes Bridge
Oct 31–Nov 2, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
It was so peaceful here on the river. Lots of open space and sunshine to keep the battery charged.

The added bonus of some magnificent big trees. The free camp area is surrounded by farms. They are baling the hay at the moment.

Went for a drive wildflower hunting. Found a couple that might be interesting when I do my research. Such nice countryside around here.
Was only about 40 minutes out of Bridgetown, so not a big trip.Read more
TravelerAh the serenity ❤️
11/1/23Reply
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Day 166–168
October 29, 2023 at 2:09 PM - October 31, 2023
2 nights
⛅ 20 °C
Altitude: 142 m
Australia Bridgetown -33.963978, 116.1354533°57’50” S 116°8’8” E
Bridgetown ... revised
Oct 29–31, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
Back to Bridgetown for a couple of nights. How sweet are the flowers lining the main street. Open gardens this weekend here.

Got to visit my favourite craft store and pick up some yummy yarn.

We needed to recharge the battery after the fuse having an other dummy spit. Them the solar panels not putting in much power with the grey, cloudy days we had at Alexandra River. We weren't allowed to use the generator while camping there.

Thank you, Bridgetown for free camping with power 💖💖💖Read more
TravelerFree camping with power is just amazing 🥰
11/1/23Reply
TravelerIt most certainly is. They are definitely an RV friendly town.
11/1/23Reply
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Day 164–166
October 27, 2023 at 1:27 PM - October 29, 2023
2 nights
☁️ 17 °C
Altitude: 15 m
Australia Alexandra Bridge -34.163279, 115.18373334°9’48” S 115°11’1” E
Alexandra River Campground
Oct 27–29, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C
I lovely campground on the river. Was one of the busiest places we have stayed in a long time. It is a popular spot to bring your boat. Apparently, the bream running at the moment.

It has been really cold. Didn't get above 18°. Can't believe we were having days in the very high 30s recently.

Graham replaced the water pump today. He managed to nurse the old one along until the new arrived in the post.Read more
TravelerSuch a beautiful spot. Graham should have thrown a line in 😉
11/1/23Reply
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Day 163
Thursday, October 26, 2023 at 6:37 PM
☀️ 15 °C
Altitude: 108 m
Australia Arumvale -34.168236, 115.0771834°10’6” S 115°4’38” E
Boranup Campground
October 26, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
We stayed here overnight. Had to go down to Augusta nearby to pick up a new water pump in the morning.

Was bitterly cold and drizzly rain all afternoon. So stayed tucked up inside. We did have an emu pop in for a visit. Not quick enough for a photo. But did I get the roo that visited on dusk. Was going to take a walk and do some photos in the morning. Graham had parked us in a tricky place and spent ages getting out. Didn't even get breakfast. On the positive side, he sprung for an excellent breakfast at Augusta when we got there.Read more
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Day 162–166
October 25, 2023 at 8:34 AM - October 29, 2023
4 nights
☀️ 17 °C
Altitude: 175 m
Australia Lake Kepwari -33.457389, 116.22506233°27’27” S 116°13’30” E
David Ugly Campground
Oct 25–29, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
@ Lake Kepwari
Lake Kepwari was formerly a mine and is now filled with water from the Collie River, making it perfect for water-based activities and lakeside camping. It is also used for water skiing and swimming. The water is crystal clear.

Was nice to camp out of a town. Our first bush camp in a while. The national parks in WA do an excellent job. The amenities are always spotless. The camp sites are wonderful. There was a very pleasant walk beside the lake to the picnic area. Which was very impressive.

We had a little visit from one of the locals this morning. These lizards are everywhere. We often have to dodge them on the roads.Read more
TravelerCan’t believe all those lizards. Good to see. That’s a really pretty spot. 💖
10/25/23Reply
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Day 162
Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 8:31 AM
☀️ 16 °C
Altitude: 176 m
Australia Lake Kepwari -33.457238, 116.2248733°27’26” S 116°13’30” E
Lake Kepwari-wildflowers
October 25, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
- Bitter Peas
- Blue Grass Lily
- Banksia
- One Sided Bottle Brush
- Yellow Kunzea
- unknown
- Purple Flag
- Bluebell Creeper
- Mirbelia
- South Africa Weed Orchid (introduced plant)
TravelerBeautiful 🤩
10/25/23Reply
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Day 160–161
October 23, 2023 - October 24, 2023
1 night
☁️ 21 °C
Altitude: 329 m
Australia Ingrams Well -32.534134, 117.08431832°32’3” S 117°5’4” E
Pingelly
Oct 23–24, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
Another lovely little country town. Only overnighting here in the free RV site.

Some great old buildings. My favourite was the stage coach and horse drawn vehicles. I think it's probably a while since the last stage coach stopped here.

Has a great butcher. Was nice to see it still trading. They last few towns the butcher had closed down. Made the most of it and stocked the freezer.Read more
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Day 158–161
October 21, 2023 at 11:13 AM - October 24, 2023
3 nights
☁️ 28 °C
Altitude: 233 m
Australia Quairading -32.009496, 117.40290532°0’34” S 117°24’10” E
Quairading
Oct 21–24, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 28 °C
We did the Nookaminnie Nature walk just out of town this morning.
The wildflowers are getting harder to find as it gets hotter. Was pleased to find some Boomerang Trigger Plant. A new one for use. Also, a Cotton Bush.I'm not sure if we have seen this one or not. Doesn't Graham look stylish in his fly vail 😁. We also visited Toapin weir and was surprised at how full it was. Don't you just love the gate with the child proof lock, but no fence on the other side. Not to mention that the gate could easily be scaled by a child.

Had a great RV site in town. With power for only $5.50 per night. Was nice to run the AC as the days have been a bit warm. Temperature has dropped tonight. It's definitely much cooler. Only supposed to hit 22 tomorrow after days that have reached high 30s.

I'm not sure about the bull in the main street...as no cattle around here. Mainly crops and some sheep. The Lone Pine desendant is magnificent. The most interesting item in town.Read more
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Day 158
Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 10:13 AM
☁️ 28 °C
Altitude: 239 m
Australia Shackleton -31.932365, 117.8371231°55’57” S 117°50’14” E
Shackleton
October 21, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 28 °C
Called into Shackleton today to check out Australia's smallest bank.
Cute little place with a big story behind it. Another place I'd like to visit. 😃 [Leighette]
10/24/23Reply
TravelerThe little country towns all have fantastic stories.
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Day 157–158
October 20, 2023 at 11:30 AM - October 21, 2023
1 night
⛅ 26 °C
Altitude: 265 m
Australia Bruce Rock -31.875948, 118.15152931°52’33” S 118°9’6” E
Bruce Rock
Oct 20–21, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
A one night stop over at Bruce Rock. Thanks for the free RV site.

What a magnificent memorial park. We popped out just before dusk to explore it. I lovely time of day to stroll around the gardens. We lucked upon a food truck run by 2 Kiwi ladies. Had yummy burgers for dinner.

Graham raided the craft store early in the day for jam. We have learned you have to get out early as most shops are closed after lunch in the little country towns. He scored marmalade, lemon spread, honey, and a ginger slice. Was about the only store open in town. They do have a new supermarket opening Monday.Read more
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Day 154–157
October 17, 2023 at 2:15 PM - October 20, 2023
3 nights
☀️ 37 °C
Altitude: 276 m
Australia Narembeen -32.06505, 118.39643632°3’54” S 118°23’47” E
Narembeen
Oct 17–20, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 37 °C
Narembeen has a wonderful RV site/ van park run by the council. You can pick between paying and getting power & water. Or free camping fully off the grid. We could still use the laundry (washing machines only $3) and the kitchen. But not the showers and loos. Was a very nice camp area. Everything was so clean and well looked after.

Visited the grain centre. We are now experts on growing grain 😆. Went for a walk through the Nature Reserve. No new wildflowers.
Loved the ArtDeco hall with the magnificent draft horse statute. We both felt it was the best art we had seen in a town so far. There was also a great hawk up at the sports centre that was impressive. All in all, it's a very nice country town. With the best IGA we have had for a while.Read more
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Day 153–155
October 16, 2023 at 9:56 AM - October 18, 2023
2 nights
☀️ 27 °C
Altitude: 354 m
Australia Corrigin -32.334813, 117.84664332°20’5” S 117°50’48” E
Corrigin
Oct 16–18, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Thanks, Corrigin, for another free RV site. Again, it is an easy stroll to the shops.

We enjoyed the 4.5 wildflower drive just out of town. I was hanging out the window playing spotter. Graham was driving along at a snail pace. There was a great lookout tower to enjoy the views.

There is an amazing amount of Blue Tongue Lizards in the wheat belt. We see them on the roads most days. They look different to our Eastern Blue Tongues. Graham spotted this one near the lookout tower.

Another popular tourist stop here is the dog cemetery 🐕. There were some very impressive gravesites.
We also popped up to the RSL memorial. Beautiful placed on a hill overlooking the area.

Today was a stinker hitting the high 30s. We were going to move on this morning. As we had a shady spot, we decided to stay an extra day. About 3 p.m., we walk up to town to get milk. On our return, a lovely gentleman was waiting at our van. He let us know that they were planning to evaluate the town as a bushfire that had been burning most of the day had got away and was heading towards town. We quickly packed up and headed to Narembeen. Thankfully, they stopped the fire before and damaged was done to the town.Read more
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Day 153
Monday, October 16, 2023 at 9:54 AM
☀️ 27 °C
Altitude: 350 m
Australia Corrigin -32.334742, 117.84687432°20’5” S 117°50’49” E
Wildflowers - Corrigin
October 16, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
These flowers were spotted on the wildflower drive through Corrigin Nature Reserve. Sadly a bushfire went through here the next day.

- Cone Flower
- Dampiera Lavandulacea
- Wild Foxglove
- Feather Flower
- Little Balga
- Red Nosed Gravillea
- One Sided Bottle brush
- Popflowers
- unknown
- Tea TreeRead more
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Day 151
Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 8:28 AM
☀️ 17 °C
Altitude: 326 m
Australia Kulin -32.665855, 118.14190632°39’57” S 118°8’31” E
Wildflowers-Kulin
October 14, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
More wildflower hunting in Kulin.

-Fox Banksia
- Trigger Plant
- Orange Flame Gravillea
- Stylidium Caricifolium
- Common Rootstock Spiderhead
- Roe's Caulifower Verticordia
- Showy honey - myrtle
- Trigger Plant
- Dampier's wellsiana
- Prince of Wales FeathersRead more
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Day 149–152
October 12, 2023 at 8:27 AM - October 15, 2023
3 nights
☀️ 14 °C
Altitude: 298 m
Australia Kulin -32.671277, 118.15459432°40’17” S 118°9’17” E
Kulin
Oct 12–15, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
Another lovely little country town. Home of the Tin Horse Highway. A fun display of tin horse made by local farmers. Missed their very popular bush races by a week.

There is also an amazing men's shed that does up old cars and tractors. They had a wonderful display.

I also think it has the largest colony of ladybugs 🐞 in Australia. We keep having to move them out of the van and car, back out to the shrubs. Was lovely to see them in such big numbers.

They also had a great free 72 hr RV site. Also, home to the waterside that used to reside on the Qld Sunshine Coast. We took the boys there when we lived in the Sunshine Coast hinterlandRead more
TravelerI absolutely love all the tin horses. Some people are so clever 💖
10/25/23Reply
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Day 148
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 10:15 AM
⛅ 15 °C
Altitude: 286 m
Australia Nippering -33.315848, 117.63369233°18’57” S 117°38’1” E
Dumbleyung Lake
October 11, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
The lake where Donald Campbell achieved his world speed record on water. It's the largest lake in WA. Surrounded by wheat fields. The blue and gold make a very attractive setting.
TravelerVery pretty. What an incredible speed he went on the water 😱
10/13/23Reply
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