Moving on again.

Wow such a long time since we updated this blog. We  have said our farewells to Adrian and Eleni after a wonderful 2 weeks with them having reconnected with Garys cousin Dave and his wife Ginny and also Elenis parents Diane and Jason. Unfortunately we were unable to contact Joan and Ray but maybe on the way back.
Explored the cafe and restaurant scene in St Kilda and Melbourne, making the most of breakfasts and Tapas in the sun and authentic Thai food at "The Lost Angel", a restaurant we stumbled across during our walk into Melbourne city. Finally visited Victoria Market, on a day that it was open this time, and finished the day with absolutely yummy deserts which created the now famous photo of me licking the plate. (Totally staged - when would I ever do anything like that?)
Time to repack, say  bye to Indie and Uma, Adrian and Eleni and head to the airport. Thankyou both for your hospitality, your wonderful meals, glorious weather and of course your bed. We miss you heaps x
So on to Brisbane with Qantas!?! An apple, a meusli bar and a small bottle of water later we land in high winds and torrential rain to an oh so happy faced Carrie who has been looking forward to seeing her Dad for weeks.
So far the weather has not been all that flash but yesterday was Stefans birthday so we headed to Australia Zoo for the day. Having visited this place at least 20 years ago it is still as awesome. It is now a "money making business" however, very pristine, tarmaced and totally opposite to what I recall when we met with Terri and had photos taken and Steve was out digging the crocodile pits. It was very au naturelle then by comparison. However it was still amazing with Tigers, elephants, giraffe etc. and everything Australian but I wonder whether this was really what Steve had in mind when he started this amazing place? It was a super day and we all returned home super tired with the thought of fish and chips on our minds. NOW THEY ARE SOMETHING ELSE! The Aussies sure know how to do that well and yes they are still inexpensive and plentiful. Having found wine in Melbourne at Dan Murphy's for $3.90 a bottle - yes that is no mistake - and very drinkable wine too, we have stocked up for the rugby tonight. Having had a lazy day today that will be the perfect round off - family, friends, BBQ, Rugby, beer and wine!