E s c a py Escape Into A World Of Travel And Adventure
Australia Heading South
Adelaide
Capital City Of The South
Barossa Valley Valley Of Fine Wine
Yorke Peninsular
Fun At Innes National Park
Victor Harbor
A Day Out At Victor Harbor
All About Whales The South Australian Whale Centre
The South Australia Special Issue
z Granite Island
Lots More Inside
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Dear friends,
Welcome to another issue of Escapy, your free travel digital magazine and “Pockezine�; your magazine that is designed to be read on mobile devices. This issue is the South Australia Special Issue where we explore parts of the South of the land down under. We explore Adelaide the capital of the south and areas around it. We then head on to the Yorke Peninsular for a fabulous time in Innes National Park and Marion Bay. There are just so much to do and see there you will have to read it for your self. Happy reading and I hope you enjoy this issue. I wish you safe travels.
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Adelaide, The Capital City Of The South. Page: 6
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The Barossa Valley, Valley Of Fine Wine
Hahndorf, A German Town In Adelaide Page:50
Victor Harbor
South Australian Whale Centre
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Granite Island, South Australia
Innes National Park Coorong National Park
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Places Philemon Foo
Adelaide The Capital City Of South Australia Fact:
Adelaide is the fifth most populous city in Australia
Statue Of John McDouall Stuart a Scottish adventurer
^ Hindmarsh Square Park, Adelaide, South Australia.
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ustralia is one unique country. It has the most dangerous and unique animals on earth. It has got some of the most beautiful landscapes both above ground and underwater. It can get really dry in one place, with massive flooding in another. Australia being a continent on its own certainly has lots to offer.
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To Adelaide By Train
^ Murray Bridge Station, Adelaide, South Australia.
Recently we flew to Melbourne for a few days and decided to take a train to Adelaide on the Overland train via the Great Southern Rail. It took about ten and half hours to get to Adelaide covering a distance of 828km. The trip took us through Geelong North Shore, Ararat, Stawell, Horsham, Dimboola, Nhill, Bordertown, Murray Bridge, and finally to Adelaide Parklands Terminal.
Capital City Of The South
^ Lou Miranda Estate, Barossa Valley.
Adelaide is the capital city of South Australia. Adelaide got its name in honour of Adelaide of SaxeMeiningen, queen consort to King William IV. This beautiful city is famed for its hills, beaches, vibrant culture, and the famous University of Adelaide. Wine lovers will certainly jump for joy knowing that a valley famous for wine is just a short drive away. That valley is the Barossa Valley. 9
See And Do
^ The iconic Spheres, fondly known as the Malls Balls at Rundle Mall, Adelaide.
There are a lot of things to do and see when one is in Adelaide. Amongst them are malls like Rundle Mall Australia’s first pedestrian mall that opened in September 1976, Adelaide Central Market one of the best places to hunt for food, parks for a picnic, etc. Here are some of the places to visit in and around the city of Adelaide.
Adelaide Central Market
^ The Adelaide Central Market, a good place for foodies to explore.
Yes, when in search for good food, try the local market. The Adelaide Central Market is one of the places to go to for good delicious food. There are lots of yummy food to choose from like pies, cakes, pizza, Asian gourmets, sushi, etc. We went there to buy fruits and had a delightful meal. My first kangaroo curry. 11
Parks & Gardens
^ Hanging out at Hindmarsh Square Park.
When it comes to looking for a place to picnic there are lots of parks and gardens to choose from. We visited and picnicked in a few of them. Amongst my favourite parks are Morialta Conservation Park where we saw a good number of wild koalas, and Hindmarsh Square of which is a garden with sculptures on it.
^ One of the parks we picnicked at in Adelaide.
There are also a few parks we went to for picnics that I do not know the name of. They were neighbourhood parks with play grounds, streams, various trees like lemon trees, etc. These parks are a good place to relax.
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Beaches
^ Glenelg Beach, Adelaide. Copyright: SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Credit: Josie With- ers.
Another good place to go to are beaches and Adelaide has got a few good ones. One of the most “happening� beach in Adelaide (to me) is Glenelg. It has hotels, amusement park, cafes, a marina, etc. It is a place the locals and tourist flock to.
^ Pirate ship at St. Kilda Beach.
Personally I prefer a quieter place with less people and a beach that I go to more often is the beach at St. Kilda. St. Kilda is a quiet place with salt crystallisation lagoons nearby and is a place with lots of birds. There is a pirate themed playground there to keep the kids occupied.
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Wild Life Parks
^ Feeding a kangaroo and Gorge Wildlife Park.
There are a few wildlife parks in Adelaide and the one we visited is Gorge Wildlife Park. We spent about 6 hours here feeding and petting animals such as ibises, kangaroos, wallabies, ducks, etc. We also got to cuddle a koala as it fed on eucalyptus leaves.
^ Camels at Gorge Wildlife Park.
Wildlife parks offer lots of great photo opportunities especially with some of its very cute and colourful residence. These parks also help children learn and understand animals better by allowing interaction with the animals.
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^ General Post Office building in Adelaide city.
There are so many things to do, see, and experience here in Adelaide. Even if one does not wish to do anything but just sit back and relax; there are so many places to do so, from parks to beaches. Adelaide is simply a nice place to holiday at.
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The Big Rocking Horse And Toy Factory
Interesting:
There used to be a 5 metres tall wooden giraffe
^ Side view of the Big Rocking Horse.
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hen in Adelaide, take a drive to the Adelaide Hills and head to Gumeracha. As you drive about Gumeracha look out for a huge gigantic rocking horse. This is The Big Rocking Horse And Toy Factory, an attraction not to be missed.
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The Big Rocking Horse was started by the Wilkinson family back in the early 70s. The business grew but increasing insurance liabilities saw the Wilkinsons selling off their business. It has changed hands twice and now belongs to Frans and Lyn Gous who migrated over from South Africa.
About The Horse The Big Rocking Horse is a steel structure that weighs 25 tonnes, standing over 18 metres tall, and is one heck of a structure especially against the backdrop of trees in the Adelaide Hills. It is one landmark that is not easily missed It was built by David McIntosh and John Twopenny. For a small fee of AUD$ 2.00 one can climb up the rocking horse to a lookout platform and also get a certificate of achievement.
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Toy Factory
^ There is the big one, and there is a little one.
When at The Big Rocking Horse do visit the wooden toy factory (called Toy Factory) that makes, as the name suggests, toys. They are the largest toy factory in Australia. While a tour of the toy factory can be arranged for kids, everyone can do checkout the toys on sale at the toy shop.
Wildlife Park
^ An ibis walking about the wildlife park.
There is a mini wildlife park there and the entrance fee is only a dollar (AUD$ 1.00). There one can mingle with the wildlife such as wallabies, kangaroos, peacocks, and a host of other animals that call the park home.
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Picnic Anyone?
^ Picnicking with peacocks.
One can opt to picnic at the picnic area after checking out all these activities. Sitting back and relaxing out in the park watching ibises and other birds go about their day while the kids go running about can be quite rewarding; a stress reliever as some say.
More Information
Address: 452 Torrens Valley Rd, Gumeracha SA 5233, Australia Hours: 9AM–5PM Phone: +61 8 8389 1085 Email: frans@thetoyfactory.com.au Contents Page
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Travel Guide Philemon Foo
The Barossa Valley Valley Of Fine Wine Interesting:
The Barossa Valley got its name from a war, the battle of Barrosa.
^ Large fields of The Barossa Valley.
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he Barossa Valley is actually a large area made up of a few towns with the main three being Tanunda (a German town), Angaston (an English / Cornish town), and Nuriootpa (a town influenced by both British and German settlers). Other towns are Williamstown, Lyndoch, Moculta, and Springton.
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Tanunda
^ Moorooroo Park Vineyards iconic lorry. Tanunda , a German town with strong German culture and traditions since the first German (Prussian) settlers arrive in the 1840s. The Tanunda Town Band is said to be is the oldest brass band in the southern hemisphere. The Tanunda Liedertafel, an all male choir group has its origins dating back to 1868.
Tanunda And Wine
^ Turkey Flat wines. Copyright: Nathaniel Mason (Mason Digital). Credit: Nathaniel Mason.
The main industry in the Tanunda is wine there are many vineyards there such as Chateau Tanunda, Basedow Wines, Rusden Wines, Kabminye Winery, etc. There are a lot more vineyards and one that stands out is the Turkey Flat Vineyards, home to Shiraz vines, it is said to be the world’s oldest continually producing commercial vineyard since 1847 (authenticated) although Langmeil and Tahbilk (winery in Victoria) claims to have vines of about the same year and even older. 31
^ Turkey Flat Secret Garden Party. Copyright: Nathaniel Mason (Mason Digital). Credit: Nathaniel Mason.
Turkey Flat is also known as one of the “cult wine” producers in Australia with over 40% prduction dedicated to rosés, thus Turkey Flat is considered a leader in the recent “rosé revival” trend of the early 21st century.
Barossa Explorer Hop On Hop Off Bus One of the things you can do here is to go on the Barossa Explorer Hop On Hop Off bus that will take you to 10 stops of which are Barossa Information Centre, Weintal Hotel, Langmeil Winery, Rolf Binder Wines, Maggie Beer Farm Shop, Lindsay Estate, Artisans of Barossa, Chateau Tanunda, Novotel Barossa, and Turkey Flat Winery.
Ticket Prices Single Ticket: AUD 30.00 Family Package: AUD 100.00 (2 adults and 2 under 18) Tickets can be purchased at Novotel Barossa Valley Resort, Barossa Visitors Information Centre, and on board the bus.
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Angaston
^ A&H Doddridge blacksmith shop on main street of Angaston. Copyright: SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Credit: Sven Kovac.
Angaston, named after George Fife Angas (banker and businessman from England), is a town on the eastern side of the Barossa Valley in South Australia. It is an English town settled predominantly by Cornish miners and others from Britain since the 1850s.
^ Yalumba Winery - Wine Tasting Room. Copyright: SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Credit: Cameron Bloom.
Angaston has a few wineries such as Yalumba, Saltram Wine Estate, Lambert Estate, Smallfry Wines, Eden Valley, Thorn-Clarke Wines, Forbes & Forbes, and McLean’s Farmgate. Most require an appointment before visiting. 35
^ Barossa Farmers Market. Copyright: SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Credit: Sven Kovac.
Apart from wineries, there are other places to visit in Angaston such as the Barossa Farmers Market which is a food market not only offering fresh local produce but also serving delicious food. After filling up one’s tummy, a drive to Mengler’s Hill Lookout would be great to take in the view of the Barossa Valley; especially great for landscape photographers.
Nuriootpa
Nuriootpa of which is said to be an Aboriginal word that means “meeting place,� is the commercial centre of the Barossa Valley. Situated at the north end of the Barossa Valley, Nuriootpa has a population of over 5700 people, making it the largest town in the area.
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Big Name Wineries Nuriootpa to has lots of vineyards, in fact vineyards are so important that there were issues with folks moving into the area and building houses on former vineyard land thus disrupting the beauty of the area. Famous brands the like of Penfolds Barossa Valley Winery, Wolf Blass (one of my favourites), Elderton Wines, and Kaesler Wines and Vineyard are some of the vineyards and wineries here at Nuriootpa. Others include The Willows Vineyard, First Drop Wines, Yelland and Papps, Gibson Wines, The Willows Vineyard, and Rosenvale Vineyards.
^ Wolf Blass Visitor Centre Courtyard. Copyright: SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Credit: Matt NettheimKovac.
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Other Things To Do
^ Barossa Valley Ballooning. Copyright: SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Credit: Ian Rout- ledge.
One of the things that one can do here is to picnic at the Nuriootpa Linear Park. It has a children’s play area with a train, a skate park, outdoor benches and tables to dine on, and lots of trees. Want something with a little more high, try taking to the sky on a balloon with Barossa Balloon Adventures.
Lyndoch Lyndoch also known as Lyndoch Hills is a small town in between Tanunda and a place called Gawler. Like the other town within the Barossa Valley, Lyndoch too has vineyards and wineries. Amongst them are Creed Wines, Barossa Chateau, Chateau Yaldara, Kies Family Wines, Burge Family Winemakers, Valley Of Hope Schild Estate Winery, Hemera Estate, Trevor Jones Fine Wines, Charles Cimicky Wines, Kellermeister Wines, 1847 Wines, Gomersal Wines, Dutschke Wines, Tait Wines, etc. Other than vineyards one can visit the Lyndoch Lavender Farm And Cafe, relax at the gardens and take in the beautiful view of vineyards while sipping on a cup of coffee. After that one can take to the skies and this time in a helicopter with Barossa Helicopters, and take in the beautiful views of Barossa Valley. Barossa Helicopters Website: http://www.barossahelicopters.com.au/book-online/
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^ Barossa Helicopters. Copyright & Credit: Dragan Radocaj. Supplied by Barossa Helicopters.
Williamstown
^ The Fromm family, TeAro Estate. Copyright & Credit: Dragan Radocaj.
Williamstown, a small village town; is considered to be a ‘Southern gateway’ town into the Barossa Valley. This village town has an elevation of 310m and temperatures excellent for the cultivation of fruits, especially grapes. There are a few wineries here such as TeAro Estate, and Lindfield Road Winery.
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^ Whispering Wall. Copyright: SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Credit: Adam Bruzzone.
What’s more interesting is this place called The Whispering Wall. The Whispering Wall is actually a blockade of the Barossa Valley Reservoir. Words whispered from one side of the wall can clearly be heard across a 100 metre stretch. Amazing isn’t it? This is certainly a place to visit and to put this engineering magic to test.
More At Barossa
^ Vineyards and rolling hills; beautiful Barossa.
Other than wine and dine, there are a few more things to experience at the Barossa Valley. Cycling is one of them at Barossa Valley. Barossa Valley has a few trails that go through beautiful country sides with rolling landscapes. Just how big is cycling here?
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^ Santos Tour Down Under - Stage 1 - Nuriootpa to Angaston. Copyright: SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Credit: Russell Mountford.
Barossa hosts two parts of an international cycling race event called the Santos Tour Down Under. The Santos Tour Down Under is Australia’s premier bicycle race. The entire tour lasts for nine days cycling through beautiful country sides, beaches, historic country towns, before ending on the streets of Adelaide. It is the biggest cycling race in the southern hemisphere.
^ Breakfast with the Roos at Kaiserstuhl Conserva- tion Park. Copyright: SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Credit: Matt Nettheim.
Watching wildlife and hanging out with nature is something one must do in Australia and the Barossa Valley has lots to offer. It is not just the beauty of its vineyards but also its conservation parks such as Para Wirra Recreation Park, Kaiserstuhl Conservation Park, and Sandy Creek Conservation Park.
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Must Visit
^ Jacob’s Creek at The Barossa. The Barossa Valley is a place that one will have to add into the travel itinerary. One day is not enough. Worry not as there are hotels at the little towns that one can stay at and experience the Barossa Valley to the fullest. One thing I recommend is to bring along a camera with lots of storage space. Photo opportunities are a plenty here at Barossa.
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Travel Guide Philemon Foo
Hahndorf A German Town In Adelaide Fact: Hahndorf is Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement.
^ A produce shop in Hahndorf’s main street.
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ahndorf is a small German town in the Adelaide Hills. It is Australia’s oldest German settlement and a popular destination for visitors to Adelaide. History has it that the majority of the settlers arrived on board the Zebra, a ship captained by Danish captain, Dirk Meinerts Hahn whose name this town is named after. 51
Interesting Architecture
The designs of buildings in Hahndorf are interesting with German influence; architectural ideas brought over by the early migrants. This architectural style is called Fachwerk architecture (older surviving original buildings).
Delicious Food
^ Cafe 1839 retains the Fachwerk architecture.
When it comes to good food there are lots to eat at the various restaurants and cafes along the main street of Hahndorf. From delicious ice cream to chocolate to German cuisine, there are lots to eat. One can try out the German cuisine at Hahndorf Inn. I recommend the lamb shank and the BBQ platter. After walking for a bit one can stop by for coffee at Cafe 1839. 53
Ice cream
^ Super tasty ice cream.
There are a few places one can go for ice cream. We went to Evercream, Ye Old Creamery And Cafe for ours and the ice cream here are simply delicious. One is never enough and two only leads on to a third one. This certainly is a “must have� when in Hahndorf.
Sweets
^ Hahndorf Sweets; haven for the sweer toothed.
For those with a sweet tooth, pay Hahndorf Sweets a visit. It is a quaint little old fashion sweet shop that sells all things sweet from gummies, lollipops, and other candies to chocolates and nougats. This is where we stocked up for our road trip to the Yorke Peninsular since candies tend to keep me awake during long drives. 55
The Fairy Garden
^ There may very well be although I did not see any... haha.
Do you believe in fairies? Well, whether you do or not The Fairy Garden is one of the places worth a visit. It is a shop that sells many things related to fairies such as mushrooms, windmills, etc. One can get fairy dust too if one chooses. It’s garden, the place where fairies live and play has lots of fairy items calling out to photographers to whip out their cameras or smart phones and shoot.
Beerenberg Farm
^ My favourite jam place.
Lovers of jam will love this place, the Beerenberg jam Farm; makers of one of my favourite jams is here in Hahndorf. This Beerenberg Farm, one of the oldest family owned jam producers is managed by the Paech family, now the sixth generation.
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^ Strawberry picking time.
Apart from an assorted flavour of jams they also produce sauces, marinates, chutneys, pickles, etc. one can purchase these yummy tasting produce at the shop. From October to May one can “pick your own strawberries� from the farm.
What Else To See
^ Inside the tourist information centre.
There are many other shops to visit such those selling crafts, souvenirs, etc. My recommendation when you first arrive at Hahndorf is to head to the tourist information centre. From there just walk down the street checking out the shops there.
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For Shutterbugs
^ An old church makes for a good photo subject.
There are lots of photo opportunities here in Hahndorf. The charming architecture of its buildings are certainly worth shooting. There are lots of flowers and art to shoot. The old Apostolic church building makes for good pictures too.
^ A cart advertising the Old Hahndorf Village Market.
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Travel Guide Philemon Foo
Victor Harbor
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hen in Adelaide one of the places my family and I have always visited is Victor Harbor. Victor Harbor as the name indicates, is a harbour town named after a ship. Victor Harbor was once a whaling station back in the 1830s with whale oil being its main exports.
^ Kleinigs Hill Lookout point, just before Victor Harbor town.
These days Victor Harbor has become one of the more popular holiday destinations with both travellers from overseas and local flocking there. During the weekends Victor Harbor becomes a bustling town with holiday makers visiting the area and making their way to Granite Island.
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Good Food
^ Nino’s Cafe, one of the places to eat at in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor town itself is a lovely place to go to for a visit. It has hotels and places that serve lovely food. Our usual haunts are Nino’s Cafe where the pizzas are delicious especially the seafood pizza, and JF&C Fish and Chips Restaurant a place with delicious fish and chips, and more.
Whale Centre
^ The South Australia Whaling Centre at Victor Harbor.
Being an ex-whaling area, the Whaling Centre here at Victor Harbor is centainly a must visit. Here one gets to learn about Victor Harbor’s whaling past as well as about the whales, sharks, and sea creatures that call the waters of Australia home. (More information in this issue) 65
Whale Watching
^ Whale watching at The Bluff, Victor Harbor. Copyright SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Photo credit: Diana Rogers.
The Southern Right whales swims quite near shore even as close as 100 metres to shore and can be viewed from certain areas in Victor Harbor mid to late May to early October. These playful whales hang about for hours on end when they are there. The waters around here is where they mate and give birth to young calves.
Horse Tram
An activity I recommend doing is to take the horse drawn tram to Granite Island. This horse drawn tram is one of the few remaining horse-drawn tram routes remaining in public transit service anywhere in the world making it a “must do� when one is here; at least once.
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^ One of the trams of the Victor Harbor Tramway.
The Victor Harbor Tramway has a long history going back all the way to the 1864 when a railway pier was constructed. In 1867 this railway was extended to the island. For many years horses were used to pull rail carts over to the island until 1894, when horse drawn trams started ferrying passengers to the island.
^ Horses going back to the stables after a hard days work.
Today the Victor Harbor Tramway horse drawn trams are a very popular attraction here ferrying lots of people over to Granite Island and back. The trams travel across the 650 metre causeway a few times daily offering views of the sea on the way there.
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More Information Contact Horse Drawn Tram PO Box 11, Victor Harbor SA 5211 Telephone: (08) 8551 0720 Email: horsetram@victor.sa.gov.au Fares
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One Way
Adult $9.00 $7.00 Child (4 to 15 years)
$7.00
Family (2 adults, 2 children) $25.00
$5.00 $19.00
Packages Combined tickets for the SA Whale Centre & Horse Drawn tram are available. Adult $15 Concession $13 Child $10 (4 – 15 years) Family $42.00 (2 adults & up to 2 children)
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^ Horse Drawn Tram, Copyright SATC (South Australian Tourism Commission). Photo credit: Michael Haines
Departing Mainland
Departing Granite Island
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Granite Island
^ Nino’s Cafe, one of the places to eat at in Victor Harbor.
A visit to Granite Island is a must when one is in Victor Harbor. Granite Island is a picturesque island off Victor Harbor with a rich diversity of flora and fauna both on land in the sea. It is also a penguin colony where little penguins go out to hunt in the morning and returns at night. One can go on a penguin tour at night. (More information in this issue)
^ Horse tram making its way on the causeway from Victor Harbor to Granite Island.
Should you visit Adelaide do include Victor Harbor in your holiday plans as well. You can spend a day or two here exploring the town and Granite Island. If you are into fishing, fishing can be done here too.
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South Australian Whale Centre
All About Whales & More Fact:
The South Australia Whale Centre Used To Be An Old railway goods shed (late 1800s)
^ The South Australia Whale Centre at Victor Harbor.
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he South Australian Whale Centre is located at Victor Harbor and is one place that I highly recommend especially when you have children with you. The Whale Centre is a great place to learn about whales and other sea creatures as well as the whaling industry during a time when Victor Harbor was a whaling station. 75
^ A harpoon used during whaling expeditions.
The South Australian Whale Centre is housed in an old railway goods shed, a 150 year old heritage listed building. It was also used to house the famous horse trams that run along the causeway to Granite Island. This makes the South Australian Whale Centre and the building of which it sits an important landmark in Victor Harbor.
Educational Visit
^ One of the crew members on a whaler.
A visit to the SA Whale Centre is both educational and intriguing. One walks back into a time of the booming whaling industry where boats go out to hunt whales when they are spotted. Crews made up of a Boatsteerer, tub Oarsman, the Bowman, the Stroke, the Midship Oarsman, and the Mate used whalers to chase whales and spear them with harpoons. 77
^ Blubber taken from a huge dolphin which died from natural causes in 2009.
Whales captured are brought back to the whaling stations where they are cut, cleaned, and processed producing meat, whale oil, etc. One may be surprised at the number of things made from whale parts for example fishing rods, back support, palettes used by artists, motor oil, automatic transmission fluid, cosmetics, shampoos, glycerine, and many, many more.
^ A huge whale skull on display at the whale centre.
Should you be wondering just how large whales really are, on display is the skull of a whale and it is huge. On display too are whale bones, whale oil (a popular product back in the day), whaling tools, etc. The scent of whale oil from the many bones in the centre still fills the area where they are exhibited at.
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^ Huge mural of whales on the wall.
The SA Whale Centre also features educational pictures and articles on the various species of whales that come to the waters surrounding Australia and New Zealand such as the Southern Right Whales, Humpback Whales, Sperm Whales, Killer Whales, and the largest whale species in the world; Blue Whales. A huge wall with murals of whales gives one an idea of how whales look like in colour.
More Than Whales
^ A huge great white shark on display.
The SA Whale Centre not only features whales but also other sea creatures around the area such as sharks, dolphins, penguins, seals, etc. The shark exhibit in particular can be quite an experience with cast displays of sharks including one of the most dangerous shark species; the great white.
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Activities For Kids
^ Digging about in the sand for hidden treasures.
One of the fun activities available here for kids is a treasure hunt where kids get to dig about in sand seeking out treasures that can be exchanged for souvenirs. There is also an information hunt, a game that adds fun to the experience in the centre. In a way it gets visitors paying closer attention to the articles written.
Classroom For Kids
^ Class is now in session.
Schools and children groups can contact the SA Whale Centre to organize an educational tour of the centre. There is also a classroom area called Professor Blubber’s Science Sensation were children get hands on and explore more about the ocean.
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Include This In Your Itinerary
^ A huge whale bone.
Should you be visiting Adelaide, do include Victor Harbor and the South Australia (SA) Whale Centre in your itinerary especially if you’ve not been here before. It is certainly worth a visit and your family and you will have a whale of a time... pun intended.
More Information
^ The skeleton of a porpoise. Adult $9.00 Child $4.50 Concession price $6.50 Family $24.00 (2 adults, 2 children) Open 7 Days (Except Christmas) 10:30am – 5pm
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Travel Guide Philemon Foo
Granite Island, South Australia
Little Penguin Colony Fact:
Granite Island also known by the Ramindjeri people as Nulcoowarra
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ranite Island is an island just off Victor Harbor and is a popular attraction to both locals and tourists. Many come to Granite Island to observe its nature. The island is a penguin colony; home to the Little Penguins also called Fairy Penguins, the star attraction of the island.
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By Foot Or Tram
^ Visitors walking to and from Victor Harbor.
One can go to Granite Island from Victor Harbor town either on foot or by going on a horse drawn tram operated by Victor Harbor Tramway. Walking there allows one to take one’s time and observe the sea along the way, read the information boards that share information about the various sea denizens that call the area home.
^ Horse drawn tram from on Granite Island making its way back to Victor Harbor.
Going there by horse drawn tram is an experience on its own. It is like taking a sit in history, back in the 1860s (1867 to be exact), where the causeway was built linking Granite Island to Victor Harbor. Horses used to pull carts with goods to Granite Island. In 1894 the horse drawn tram services carrying passengers was introduced. 89
^ Information board along the causeway; one of the things missed should one only use the horse drawn tram.
Of course one can decide to buy a one way ticket on the horse drawn tram to Granite Island and walk back. This will allow one to experience the horse drawn tram and take in the views of the sea from the causeway.
Fairy Penguin Colony
^ We did not see any penguins due to the timing accept for these.
Granite Island is home to a few wildlife and the main ones are the Little Penguins or Fairy Penguins. Fairy Penguins live on the rocky areas of Granite Island. They leave early in the morning, before the sun rises, out to sea to hunt; travelling up to about 50km away for home. They return late in the evening when it is almost dark. There used to be a Penguin Centre on Granite Island, a centre that cares for the sick and injured penguins but it has since close. Also, the penguin colony is very small now probably due to some of its natural predators like the New Zealand fur seal, birds of prey, dogs, etc. hunting them down. 91
Other Wildlife
^ A Little Pied Cormorant walking about a rock on Granite Island.
Other than penguins seals call Granite Island home. There are a good number of bird species such as the Pacific Gull, various species of Cormorant, Australian Pelican, Oystercatchers, Herons, and lots more.
Walking About
^ Walking along the trail at Granite Island.
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Ending The Day
^ The cafe is in the building on the left and straight ahead is where the penguins return to in the evening.
After walking the trek one can visit the cafe for snacks and a cool drink (especially on a hot day). In the late evening just sit back quietly and pay close attention at the rocks. You may see Fairy Penguins returning back from a day’s out; a lovely end to a wonderful day at Granite Island.
^ This is where penguins return to after a long day out hunting for food.
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Innes National Park
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nnes National Park is on the southwest tip of Yorke Peninsula in South Australia, the fifth most populated state out of six. This is a fantastic place to visit should you decide to get away from the hustle and bustle of a crowded city. It takes about 4 hours to get to Innes National Park by car from Adelaide city.
Accommodation
^ The quaint holiday home that we stayed at; FortyTwo Osprey at Marion Bay; the gateway to Innes National Park.
Accommodation is available in Innes National Park or one could opt to stay at Marion Bay. Marion Bay, the gateway to Innes National Park, is a little seaside township of which is about 2 to 3 minutes drive from Innes. We opted to stay in Marion Bay and booked a lovely holiday home called FortyTwo Osprey. 97
^ One of the bedrooms at FortyTwo Osprey.
^ The beautiful waters of Marion Bay.
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Adventure Location
^ Fishing at Innes National Park.
Innes National Park is a popular destination for camping, fishing, observing wild life, bushwalking, scuba diving, and surfing. It is a place with lots to do and at the same time a superb place to just sit back, relax, and do nothing.
Wildlife
^ Emus walking about freely at Innes National Park.
Upon entering the park we were greeted by a mob of emus. I stopped the car to take some photos and these curious mob started moving towards us. The closer they got, the more intimidating they look. Before they got too close, I decided to drive off. It would be difficult explaining to the car rental folks that we were attacked by a mob of emus. 101
^ An eagle (I think) at Cape Spencer.
Other than emus there are a whole list of animals that can be spotted here in Innes. They include kangaroos, seals, possums, bats, snakes, dolphins, whales, various types of lizards, birds, etc. It is an experience to watch them in their own habitats and to do so, I recommend an exploration pace sort of travel experience here in Innes.
^ Yes, there are kangaroos at Innes National Park.
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Investigator Strait Shipwreck Trail
^ The walk to the jetty is a long one.
The scenic Investigator Strait Shipwreck Trail is simply amazing. The views of the ocean, the long beach, and the long jetty, together with the salty ocean breeze, and the sound of waves; can all be put in this one word, therapeutic.
What’s In A Name?
^ A place to sit back and relax at the Investigator Strait Shipwreck Trail.
The Investigator Strait Shipwreck Trail may be beautiful and a lovely place to go to for a relaxing day but it has a sad past. It is the stretch of water that lies between southern Yorke Peninsula and Kangaroo Island, and it got its name by Captain Matthew Flinders back in 27th March 1802 in honour of his ship the HMS Investigator. 105
Tragic Past
^ A board that shares information on the Investigaor Strait Shipwreck Trail.
26 ships have been wrecked in these waters with the loss of over 70 lives between 1849 and 1982 with the SS Clan Ranald being the only turret ship to have been lost in Australian waters. Another famous ship is the Hougomont which was damaged during a storm on 21st April 1932.
Laid To Rest
The crew lead by Captain Lindholm managed to do the needed repairs and made their way to the Semaphore Anchorage. Unfortunately the owners found that repairing the ship further would be too costly and the Hougomont was laid to rest southwest of the Jetty on 8th February 1933. The wrecks here have become home to aquatic life and a haven for divers around the world. 107
Cape Spencer Lighthouse
^ Cape Spencer Lighthouse.
Our next stop is the Cape Spencer Lighthouse that was erected in 1975 replacing a light beacon that has acted as navigation aid to ships since 1950. Across the sea from here is the Althorpe Island of which sits the Althorpe Island Lighthouse.
^ One wrong step and the drop is a seriously long one to the bottom.
The walk to the light house offers the opportunity to soak up the area’s maritime heritage with signs placed around the lighthouse. But what’s more amazing is the spectacular view of the rugged cliff lines that would reduced blood flow to the brains of the faint hearted. These cliffs probably drop over a thousand feet to the rocky sea below. One wrong move and its “goodbye world.” 109
^ Crystals along the trail to Cape Spencer Lighthouse.
Another thing that caught my attention are the numerous amounts of crystals that can be found along the trail. I decided to pick one up for a closer inspection as we do not have these crystals out and about in nature where I come from. They look lovely and for some reason I decided to taste it and found them to be salty. Salt crystals.
A Lake
^ With my fishing rod I stared into the water of this lake but nothing swam in it.
While driving about we stumbled upon a lake. Being an angler I was looking for a place to do some fishing too and upon seeing the lake I had to stop. A sign read Inneston Lake with a “no swimming� diagram beside it. I walked to the lake for a closer look and saw no signs of fish. In fact I didn’t see anything swimming in it. Ahhh! The no swimming sign. 111
^ No swimming here in Inneston Lake.
Curious, I dipped my finger into the water to get a taste of it (something that anglers sometimes do). The water in Inneston Lake is probably one of the saltiest waters I have ever tasted as far as lakes are concerned. Looking about I saw a lot more salt crystals.
^ Standing on salty ground.
After further research I learnt that this lake was once a gypsum mine from 1913 to 1930. There was a plan to dig a canal to drain the lake into the sea to make reaching the gypsum easier. But as the sea level was higher than the lake, that plan was shoved. Innes was once a gypsum mining town.
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A Lake With No Water
^ One would seldom associate driving with a lake.
Continuing with our drive we stumbled upon yet another lake. This time the lake had no water in it. We stopped at a sign that read Browns Lake (No Driving). With Inneston Lake fresh in my head and the “No Driving� sign, this reminded me of the Bonneville Salt Flats where speed is meant to be beaten.
^ A small hill of salt. Yes, I personally tasted it.
There were clusters of salty grey stuffs sitting on the side of the road along Browns Lake. They looked like they’ve been shovelled off from somewhere and placed there. I decided to check them out too. They look like a salty concoction of salt and sand.
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Browns Beach
^ See the blue thing on the beach? That is a tent. Now imagine the walk down.
Next we headed to Browns Beach. The walk from where we parked our car to the beach is a seriously long one. Browns Beach is a popular fishing and camping site. On our visit we saw one other angler hanging out by his tent waiting for a fish to take his bait.
Chinaman’s Hat Island
^ A seagull sitting on a pile of dried seagrass. The sea here has lots of seagrass.
After spending hours driving around the park we decided to spend the rest of the day at a beach near the Chinaman’s Hat Island. We had the entire beach to ourselves. We got out a mat, some sandwiches, a bottle of water, and my fishing tackle.
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Why Chinaman’s Hat?
^ See the blue thing on the beach? That is a tent.
Chinaman’s Hat Island is located about 350 metres from shore. The reason it is called Chinaman’s Hat Island is because it resembles a conical Asian hat. As you can see from the picture it does look somewhat like an Asian type hat.
Unique Accommodation
^ Shepherds Hut is a one room stone cottage that can be booked for a minimum of two night. Good for two pax.
There are a few accommodations available within the park itself. Amongst all the accommodations available including camp grounds, I find the Shepherds Hut to be the most unique accommodation around. It has a chimney, a door (of course), etc. but it does not have, wait for it.... WINDOWS. Maybe they’re just not fans of Microsoft... Haha. 119
Simply Lovely
^ Sand dunes at Innes.
Innes National Park is one place you must visit should you step foot on South Australia. Innes has lots of sand dunes, beautiful flora, lots of fauna, and is surrounded by beautiful seas with crystal clear waters and tranquil beaches. My regret is to have not spent more days in Innes. On my next trip I most certainly will.
For Shutterbugs
^ An old windmill that still spins.
For hardcore shutterbugs a wide angle lens is a must if you want to take in the beautiful landscapes. If you’re into wildlife photography a powerful zoom lens will be certainly helpful. But if you’re a hardcore shutterbug wouldn’t you be bringing more than these lenses? My lenses: Tamron SP AF17-50mm F/2.8 wide angle & Canon EF-S 55-250mm. I wish I had a more powerful telephoto zoom lens. 121
Fees
^ Beautiful waters at Cape Spencer.
To enter Innes National Park one will have to pay a vehicle entry fee. We paid AUD$10.00 for our vehicle. This has to be done online (click button below). With that taken cared off, we were off to explore Innes.
To Site>
http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/parks/Find_a_Park/Browse_by_region/Yorke_Peninsula/Innes_National_Park/Fees.
^ A small community inside Innes National Park.
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Coorong National Park
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ome 156 kilometres southeast of Adelaide is the Coorong National Park a natural beautiful landscape rich in flora and fauna. Also known officially as the Coorong; Coorong National Park is a saline lagoon that stretches some 140 kilometres; a meeting point of the Murray River and the Southern Ocean.
What’s In The Name
^ A beautiful place.
It is said that the Coorong got its name from the Aboriginal word ‘Karangk’ of which means narrow neck or ‘Coorang’ which means sand dunes referencing the sand dunes at Younghusband Peninsular. The Ngarrindjeri people are and have been the custodians of this place for thousands of years. 125
Dividing The Waters
^ A barrage that manages the inflow of seawater.
As the area is where the Southern Oceans meets the Murray River, there is a significant importance in managing the salinity of the river for both wildlife and humans. Freshwater is important and something that landowners and settlers along the Murray River nned. Estuarine fishes used to call the Murray River home and were found as far as the Murray Bridge, with sea water flowing some 250 kilometres inland.
^ Gate open to allowing a yacht and some seawater in.
In 1935 the South Australia’s Engineering and Water Supply Department started constructing five barrages to manage the flow of seawater inland; a project authorized in 1931 by the Murray-Darling Basin Commission.
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^ A yacht waiting for the other gate to open allowing them into the Coorong.
These barrages were completed in 1940 and they are Goolwa Barrage (730 metres), Boundary Creek Barrage (244 metres), Mundoo Barrage (792 metres), Ewe Island (2,270 metres), and the longest being Tauwitchere Barrage (3,658 metres).
^ The gate at the back of the yacht closes.
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Rich In Nature
^ A pair of pelicans walking near us by the Coorong.
The Coorong is a fabulous place to visit and spend time with nature. There are lots of birds that have made The Coorong home and is recognised by Bird Life International. Some of them are pelicans, rednecked avocet, pied oystercatcher, Australian shelduck, orange bellied parrots, and over 230 migratory birds that travel from Siberia, Alaska, Japan, and China..
^ Ducks swimming about.
Apart from birds there are fishes and other denizens that call the water home. There are fishes such as the popular ‘Coorong Mullet’ and ‘school mulloway’ call The Coorong home. There are also clams, crabs, etc.
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What’s There To Do
^ A live clam at the Coorong. There are bag and size limite to adhere too.
The Coorong is a lovely place to go for a picnic and relax with nature. Fishing is allowed at certain areas. One can pickup clams of which is a fun activity to do. It is also a good place to go crazy with one’s camera as there are so many subjects to shoot.
^ Information about the Coorong at the Information Centre.
For the more adventurous ones the Coorong is a lovely place for water sports activities such as trail walking, canoeing, jet skiing, etc. There are tours and cruises that one can go on that goes about The Coorong.
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The Coorong is certainly one of the places that one must visit when one comes to South Australia. It is not far from the city of Adelaide and is accessible by car. There are hotels around the area too should one decide to spend a few days exploring The Coorong and nearby places.
^ A crab watching us in the Coorong.
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St. Kilda
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bout 4o minutes off Adelaide is a historical seaside town called St Kilda. It is a quaint little town with a small population of people. St Kilda is surrounded by salt crystallisation lagoons used in the manufacturing of soda ash that greets visitors as they near the beach. It has a large adventure playground for kids to burn off calories, a somewhat popular fishing area, a mangrove walk, etc.
Adventure Playground
^ “Shiver me timbers, here’s me ship.”
Shiver me timbers! What’s that I see? A pirate themed playground that is bigger than me ship! Haha, this here is a large playground complete with a wrecked pirate ship, slides, swings, sea-saws, a long zip-line, etc. This park recently received an upgrade of AUD$ 3.35 million with new slides, a bouncy boomerang feature, basketball courts, electric BBQs, etc. 137
^ One heck of a ride.
This lovely playground will have the kids climbing, running, sliding, and zipping that by the time one gets back home or to the hotel, the kids will be too tired to make a fuss about anything except to go wash up before heading off to bed. This playground is certainly a fun place.
Popular Fishing And Crabbing Spot
^ Anglers fishing.
The St Kilda beach is a popular fishing area with anglers fishing along the canal on the left of the beach, just after the Tackle & Tucker shop. Should you decide to wet your lines there, it will be best to get some advice and purchase a thing or two from them before you fish.
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^ In my jersey, with my gear, looking for a sweet spot to catch a fish or two. Berkley one of the brands I represent.
^ Anglers in action as a seagull walks by.
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^ Casting softbaits by Berkley. Fishes just love Powerbait.
Mangrove Trail
For those who prefer to spend some time observing nature, a walk along the mangrove trail with a distance of 400m or an approximate 45 minutes walk, can be quite satisfying with a good array of birds to observe and photograph as well as other denizens of the mangrove. I’ve heard about dolphins visiting the area too. Open: Daily 9:00am to 4:00pm (Except Christmas Day) Cost: Free entry for self guided tours Distance: 400m (approximately 45min return) Entrance: Tackle and Tucker Kiosk, St. Kilda Phone: 8280 9355
Note: The trail may be closed due to weather conditions please contact 8280 9355 to confirm if open.
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Bird Watching
^ Black swans flying by in formation. Like fighter jets.
St Kilda is an internationally recognized bird watching area with over a hundred species of birds flocking to the area. Seagulls are common but during my visit I saw hundreds of black swans at the beach, a wonderful sight. Photogs will have a field day here just shooting birds.
^ A seagull flying low (eye level).
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^ Black swans hanging about the beach.
Tramway Museum One other thing to visit is the Adelaide Tramway Museum that showcases the trams and trolley-busses that were used in Adelaide. One attraction is Adelaide’s first electric tram. Visitors can also ride the tram for a short distance of about 2km. The Museum used to be a school that was built in October 1902 and was closed permanently in 1949 Admission fees are: Adults $10.00 Concession $7.00 Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) $28.00 Concession covers: Children aged 4 years and over. Students. Pensioners/Seniors Card holders.
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Summary
^ St Kilda is an important habitat for crabs and fish too.
Should you be in Adelaide and have a day free, it is a good idea to checkout St Kilda with the family. One thing though, in the evenings large mosquitoes come out in swarms especially near the playground area. It is best to leave before they come.
^ The St. Kilda Beach Hotel.
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Morialta Conservation Park Fact: Lots of wild koalas and kangaroos call the park home.
^ One of the bush trails in Morialta Conservation Park.
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orialta Conservation Park is a beautiful park north east of Adelaide city centre. It was originally the land of the Kaurna people, and its name; Morialta, is said to have been derived from a Kaurna word, moriatta that means “ever flowing” or “running water.”
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Place To Picnic
^ Picnicking at Morialta. Such a lovely place to picnic.
Adelaide has got so many places to picnic at and Morialta Conservation Park is one of them. Surrounded by nature one can have a relaxing picnic here and enjoy nature. Here one will also be able to observe various birds go about their day.
Bushwalking
^ Walking along one of the trails that leads to Morialta Falls.
Many locals come here to jog along the path but the more adventurous can go bushwalking and take in the beautiful nature here. There are a total of 8 trails here with some difficult trails and some easy trails. The easy trails are even stroller friendly such as the Morialta Falls Valley Walk that ends at the Morialta falls. Tougher trails will involve some climbing and trekking, just what the more adventurous want.
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Rock Climbing
Morialta Conservation Park is a popular rock climbing spot with climbing levels that suit beginners to those that can satisfy the more hardcore. Should you intend to burn some calories climbing rocks, the climbing area is located between Second and Third Falls, off Norton Summit Road.
There are rock climbing and abseiling tours available but you will have to book in advance. Should you be interested checkout www.tourstogo.com.au or click the link below to go to the website. When rock climbing always take precaution and follow the signs. http://www.tourstogo.com.au/tour/209-rockclimbing-and-abseiling
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Observing Nature
^ A koala hanging out on a gum tree.
Morialta Conservation Park has a rich variety of flora and fauna. Other than koalas that can be easily spotted along the trails and picnic areas, there are also kangaroos, owls and various other birds, frogs such as the banjo frogs, and snakes.
^ A dry Morialta Falls due to the dry season.
Morialta Conservation Park is a lovely place to visit. Depending on the activities that one chooses to do; one can spend a few hours to a full day here at Morialta.
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Events
The Wonderful World Of Disney On Ice 24th to 26th March 2017
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isney on Ice returns to central Malaysia after a 5-year hiatus this 24th to 26th March at the Malawati Indoor Arena in Shah Alam. In this brand new production, Feld Entertainment’s The Wonderful World of Disney On Ice will have audiences reliving the magic of Disney’s most cherished animated films all over again. 159
Celebrate magic, spirit, and family fun as an extraordinary lineup of Disney stories come to life right before your eyes in The Wonderful World of Disney On Ice! Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy journey through Disney moments that span generations in a walk down memory lane that features eight movies, more than 50 favorite Disney characters, and the recent smash hit, Disney-Pixar’s Finding Dory. “What I like best about Disney On Ice is that we are privileged to bring classic and modern Disney and Pixar stories to hometowns around the world live on ice,” says Producer Nicole Feld. “In this production, our amazing creative team chose action-packed stories that really resonate with not only kids today, but with their parents as well. The Wonderful World of Disney On Ice has everything from an underwater adventure in Finding Dory to the comedic duo Timon and Pumbaa in The Lion King.”
Feld Entertainment’s The Wonderful World of Disney On Ice will have audiences reliving the magic of Disney’s most cherished animated films all over again. Royal sisters Anna and Elsa join hilarious snowman Olaf when the ice transforms into the wintry world of Disney’s Frozen. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs make their own magic and learn we can do anything with our friends in tow. Jasmine, Aladdin and Genie Show friendship is fearless, and your favorite Disney Princesses stay strong and journey on. Plus, everyone’s favorite forgetful fish, Dory, searches the deep blue sea for her parents with a little help from Marlin and Nemo as she discovers the true meaning of family. Crowd interaction is a key component to the Disney On Ice experience and Director Patty Vincent focuses on immersing audiences in key segments of the production. “In The Wonderful World of Disney On Ice, we’ve created a beautiful moment where an audience member gets to release a lantern with Rapunzel and Flynn at the beginning of “I See the Light,” says Vincent. “It’s breathtaking to watch, and then Rapunzel and Flynn skate a beautiful duet with the lanterns glowing above them.”
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^ Performers showing off some of their moves during the show.
In addition to this special moment, Cindy Stuart’s choreography will have family and friends on their feet and stomping to the beat as Woody, Jessie and the rest of Disney-Pixar 3’ Toy Story gang teach them how to boogie rodeo-style. From there, Sebastian takes everyone under the waves to join in his calypso rhythm during “Under the Sea.” Stuart’s strength as a choreographer shines during Ariel’s breathtaking and powerful ballad “Part of Your World,” as Ariel’s dream of a life above the ocean is conveyed on ice.
^ Sunway Shopping Malls and Theme Parks CEO, Mr H.C. Chan together with Mickey and Minnie Mouse.
The costume designs for the show had to be unique to each story and accurately depict the characters seen in the animated films, but also allow for movement on the ice. “The production truly features the legacy of Disney animation, so it’s important that the costumes are true representations of the animated characters,” says Costume Designer Dawna Oak, who also serves as Feld Entertainment’s Senior Director of Costumes.
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As the show progresses, the lighting takes centre stage, transporting the audience directly into the heart of each tale. Lighting Designer Sam Doty uses a variety of techniques to set the mood, adding emotion and depth to every scene of the show. Warm tones reflect the happiness of the Kingdom of Arendelle at the beginning of Frozen, while sharp-edged gobos are used to bring Elsa’s isolated ice palace to life when the Kingdom is entrenched in eternal winter. During “In Summer,” Doty was able to let his creativity take centre ice. “Because this scene takes place in Olaf’s imagination, it was the perfect opportunity for me to be extremely creative and colourful thanks to the nature of the song and the fantastic choreography.”
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The production concludes with a captivating parade of classic and modern Disney characters, bringing the production to a final culmination of excitement and adventure. With an extraordinary line up of hit songs, memorable scenes, and timeless characters, The Wonderful World of Disney On Ice has a story for every generation.
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^ A performer showing what she will be doing at the show.
Show date : 24 – 26 March 2017 (Malaysia School Holidays) Show time : 24 March 7.30pm, 25 March 11am , 3pm , 7pm & 26 March 11am, 3pm Ticket Prices : RM328 , RM288 , RM188 , RM148 , RM98 *excludes 6 %GST & RM3 ticket fee Venue : Stadium Malawati, Shah Alam
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SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN Presents the Sweetest Show in Town!
Catch the all-new original “Candy Parade” only available in Puteri Harbour, Johor SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN launches the “Candy Parade”, a new interactive Hello Kitty show featuring an exciting choreography that promises a sweet experience for all visitors to the theme park. Expect an entertaining medley of music, dance and candy carts in this full 25-minute show featuring Hello Kitty and friends in an entirely original piece incorporating the use of roller blades and hover boards. The show is wholly produced by the attraction’s own entertainment team, and is available only in SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN, Puteri Harbour, Malaysia. “We are always aiming to keep our entertainment content fresh and exciting for our loyal guests. Right on the heels of launching the Hello Kitty Themed Rooms by Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour, the introduction of Candy Parade will not only elevate the overall Hello Kitty experience but also create a strong connection with her fans out there.” said Fahruddin Najumudeen, General Manager of SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN.
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In concurrence with the new show, SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN will also feature a new activity in Friendship Land play zone called ‘Colourful Friendship Quest’ where children aged 3 – 6 years old can participate and win prizes. The attraction also celebrates the 15th Anniversary of Cinnamoroll - one of Sanrio’s favourite characters, by providing limited-time only Cinnamoroll activities and promotions at the Wishful Studio, Dream Photo Garden and Cinnamoroll Café from March until June, 2017. Johoreans are in for a treat! For the second time SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN and Thomas Town, Puteri Harbour is offering special priced All Park Pass tickets exclusively for Johor residents. Priced at RM65.00, the All Park Pass tickets will grant admission to SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN and Thomas Town, Puteri Harbour.
The Johor residents-only exclusive promotion will be available at special events throughout the year, so keep an eye on the SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN and Thomas Town Facebook pages. For more information, please visit SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN at: Website : www.puteriharbour.com Facebook : www.facebook.com/SanrioHelloKittyTown Instagram : www.instagram.com/sanriohellokittytown
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SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN
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t SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN, families and young children can experience Friendship Land with its playground, enjoy tea cup rides and have photo opportunities with Hello Kitty and friends. Children can also have an unforgettable birthday celebration in the Apple or Strawberry themed party rooms.
The first SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN theme park outside of Japan consists of various walk-through attractions, interactive activities and rides, which follow the Hello Kitty theme. Key features include puzzle solving activities incorporating computer and sensor technology to provide interactive experiences for both children and adults. Visitors can also look forward to creating their very own Hello Kitty themed souvenirs, or choose to dress up and decorate themselves as their favorite character at the Wishful studio. There are also a host of delectable Hello Kitty themed drinks and pastries from the Red Bow CafĂŠ and Cinnamaroll CafĂŠ to delight in between enjoying the activities! 173
The iconic Kitty House is a highly themed and partly guided experience. A facilitator will brief the visitors on the activity or task to be completed. There are total of six sections in Kitty’s House: 1. Living Room 2. Kitchen 3. Bathroom 4. Kitty’s Room 5. Secret Closet 6. Mimmy’s Room
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Location
^ Sanrio Hello Kitty Town Entrance.
SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN is located strategically in Puteri Harbour, Nusajaya Johor, just 20 a minute drive from the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link, 25 minutes away from the Senai International Airport and only 10 minutes away from LEGOLANDÂŽ Malaysia Resort.
^ Friendship land.
Address: SANRIO HELLO KITTY TOWN Persiaran Puteri Selatan, Puteri Harbour, 79000, Nusajaya, Johor Darul Takzim, Malaysia. Operating Hours: Daily from 10am to 6.00pm* To purchase tickets, visit www.puteriharbour.com Contents Page
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multifunction messenger bag that can be expanded with versatile storage and optional attachment. Great for roadtrips, fishing, etc. It is great as a modern type of fishing bag that is easy to match any outfit Materials: 100% Polyester with PVC Coating Dimensions: 24cm (H) x 30cm (W) x 15cm (D) Colours: Navy / Black For more information please visit Pure Fishing at: www.purefishingmalaysia.com Note: May not be available in certain markets.
Bungy Cord for Jackets
Plier holder
Mesh Pocket
Removable pockets for storage
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Abu Garcia SYSTEM HIP BAG (NAVY / SYSTEM HIP BAG (NAVY / BLAC BLACK)
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multifunction messenger bag that can be expanded with versatile storage and optional attachment, created to match many outfits, and has various compartments which is accessible and easy to reach for all your items while out REMOVABLE POCKET HOLE EASY BOTTLE POCKET BAG BOTTOM WITH travelling, trekking, orFORfishing TO STORE HOOK, SINKER & ETC
ACCESS OF LEADER (FRONT POCKET)
SLIT POCKET FOR STORAGE
Materials: 100% Polyester with PVC Coating
unction messenger bag that can be expanded with versatile storage and optional attachment dern type of fishing bag that is easy to match any outfit s compartments which is accessible and easy to reach for all your item while out fishing
Dimensions: BODY:17CM (H) X 25CM (W) X 13CM (D) MODEL
SYSTEM HIP BAG NAVY
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SIZE / MEASUREMENT
MATERIAL
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BODY – 17CM (H) X 25CM (W) X 13CM (D) POUCH – 14.5CM (H) X 9.5CM (W) X 4CM (D)
100% POLYESTER WITH PVC COATING
POUCH: 14.5CM (H) X 9.5CM (W) X 4CM (D)
Colours: Navy BLACK / Black
SYSTEM HIP BAG BLACK
For more information please visit Pure Fishing at: www.purefishingmalaysia.com Note: May not be available in certain markets.
REMOVABLE POCKET TO STORE HOOK, SINKER & ETC
REMOVABLE POCKET TO STORE HOOK, SINKER & ETC
BOTTLE POCKET HOLE FOR EASY ACCESS OF LEADER (FRONT POCKET)
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