Category: Australia
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Steam Tug Waratah (1902) Cruise on Sydney Harbour
Steam Tug Waratah (1902) Cruise on Sydney Harbour The steam tug Waratah, built in 1902, is one of the most significant surviving examples of early twentieth century working vessels in Australia. Operated today by the Sydney Heritage Fleet, the tug offers an important link to the industrial and maritime history of Sydney Harbour. The tug… Read more
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Statues of Adelaide South Australia
Statues of Adelaide South Australia Scattered around Adelaide are numerous statues and memorials. Below are photos and brief descriptions of some we saw. Besides these, there are many that we did not see. Clicking on the heading s will open a Google Maps link to their location. Pennington Gardens Pennington Gardens were designed by August… Read more
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Capybara Encounter Hunter Valley Wildlife Park
Capybara Encounter Hunter Valley Wildlife Park In addition to the usual zoo exhibits, the Hunter Valley Wildlife Park offers a close encounter with a capybara. The capybara is the world’s largest rodent and is native to South America. It lives in groups near rivers, lakes, swamps and other wetlands, where it benefits from abundant vegetation… Read more