We boarded a bus for an all day journey north through the Australian countryside passing picturesque towns until we reached Gloucester tree, a great morning tea stop. It is a giant kerri tree about 230 ft tall that has steel rods steps that you can climb and was used as a fire lookout point. Richard made it up about 1/2 way - not bad for someone who doesn't like heights. Check out me holding a parrot in the woods.
We made our way to Busselton which has the longest wooden jetty in the southern hemisphere. Here was our first glimpse of the blue Indian Ocean and we couldn't resist putting our feet in the water. We also had a yummy fish and chips lunch. Back in the bus for a few more hours until Perth came into view, an ultra-modern city of gleaming skyscrapers. The Friendship Force met us at a beautiful park, where we had wonderful appetizers, wine and beer. A truly warm welcome!
Perth Friendship Force
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| Testing the Indian Ocean Waters at Busselton |
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| The gorgeous skyscrapers of Perth |
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Australian Ringnet Parrot looking for a snack
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| Richard climbs Goucester Tree |
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