Author Archives: Kerry & Jim

Our sewing retreat!

Posted on August 9, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

I have recently been on our annual girls sewing retreat for a week and this year we spent our time at Bentwood Olive Grove in Greenough near Geraldton. Beth and her husband Richard have planted about 3000 olive trees, rebuilt … Continue reading →

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Providore – so Yummy!

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

Providore is one of those wonderful shops that market a beautiful range of local produce – mostly hand made right here in the Margaret River area. Jams, preserves, sauces, verjuice, vino cotto, tapenade, dessert sauces, salad dressings, vinegars and fresh … Continue reading →

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Cowtown’s Deja Moo

Posted on July 12, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

As part of the Deja Moo Fair which was held in Cowaramup today, or Cowtown as it is known locally, they decided to go all out and try for a record. The Fair was held to celebrate the second birthday … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Skies

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

The autumn skies have been beautiful recently. This rainbow appeared and shortly after the evening skies were red and threatening. A couple of days later the clouds formed a rainbow…..well, sort of. This vibrant sunrise was only a few days … Continue reading →

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Our first attempt at Ravioli

Posted on June 30, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

Given that ravioli in sage and butter sauce was our favourite pasta in Italy last year we decided to have a go at cooking it at home recently. Although it was no where near the delightful light pasta that the … Continue reading →

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Wrights Bridge was just right

Posted on June 28, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

Caravining in winter at a camp ground without electricity can prove to be a bit of a challenge when it comes to keeping warm. We have recently returned from 5 days at Wrights Bridge where the overnight temperature dropped as … Continue reading →

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Christmas in Karridale

Posted on June 21, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

On a miserably wet day here in the south west we decided to visit Christmas in Karridale a 20 minute drive south of Margaret River. Blow up Santa’s greet you in the driveway and the house and shop front are … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Banksia’s

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

In many parts of southern Western Australia these beautiful Banksia’s were flowering in summer and early autumn. There are many varieties of Banksia here – so named after the explorer Sir Joseph Banks who in 1770 collected the first specimens … Continue reading →

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Winery, Gift Shop and Sports Cars – everyone’s happy!

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

On a georgeous autumn afternoon we visited another of the lovely wineries in the area. Set in a beautiful lawned and garden area, Aravina Estate overlooks their lake and vines, making it a perfect wedding and function venue. Of course … Continue reading →

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Not very scary Scarecrows in Balingup!

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

On our recent caravan trip we visited the lovely little town of Balingup which sits in a valley on the Balingup Brook. The area around Balingup is known for its fruit and vegetable growing and together with beef cattle and … Continue reading →

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Nannup in Autumn

Posted on May 3, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

On a recent caravan trip we based ourselves in Nannup which is in the heart of the Blackwood River Valley. The little town is known as a garden village because of its lovely gardens and garden festivals. This historic mill … Continue reading →

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Margaret River Pro Surf Competition

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

The recent annual Margaret River Pro attracted surfers from around the world with the top 32 ranked male and top 18 ranked female surfers here to surf our world-class waves. Although we didn’t get to see the world surfers in … Continue reading →

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ANZAC Day

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

We attended the dawn service this morning at Memorial Park to commemorate those who have fallen and those who have fought for this great country. ANZAC Day is a public holiday across Australia and New Zealand and next year will … Continue reading →

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The Silk Road in Margaret River

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

We recently visited Australia’s first commercial silk farm. The relatively new Margaret River Silk Road business is owned by Rob and Amanda and they are currently producing about 20,000 cocoons. Although not enough to be a sustainable business yet, they … Continue reading →

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Chocolate delights

Posted on April 18, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

With easter comes the waist tightening easter eggs and our visit to the Margaret River Chocolate Company may well have us tipping the scales. The easter eggs were delightful. The truffles and chocolates wickedly displayed. Walls of bagged chocolates temp … Continue reading →

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Hamelin Bay’s graceful Stingrays

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

These graceful rays are a regular on the shore line in Hamelin Bay. Three types of stingrays inhabit the waters – the smooth stingray, black stingray and eagle ray. They are well fed by fishermen who throw their filleting waste … Continue reading →

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Flowering Gums

Posted on April 6, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

Throughout WA there is quite a variety of flowering gum trees that are so colourful and varied. Unfortunately I am not familiar with the botanical names of the gums but this tree with its coral coloured flowers is in Margaret … Continue reading →

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Voyager Estates beautiful gardens

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

Voyager Estate Winery is set in the most beautiful winery garden in Margaret River. It is worth a visit even if you are not a wine buff. As you can imagine the grounds are popular for weddings – both indoor … Continue reading →

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It’s footy season again!

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

We are again gripped by the AFL footy season. This sport is one of the most popular games in Australia and is almost a religion to some over the 6 month season. It culminates in September with the grand final … Continue reading →

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Jurien Bay’s foreshore

Posted on March 23, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

We have recently spent a week in Jurien Bay – the town were we lived for two years before we retired early in 2013. The new jetty, which opened in April 2011, has proven to be a great addition to … Continue reading →

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Our lovely coastline and beaches

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

Western Australia is renowned for its clean crisp white beaches and blue-blue ocean. The coastline around the south west is no exception. Hope you enjoy the photos below to give you just a glimpse of how beautiful the water and … Continue reading →

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Wagin Woolarama

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

Wagin Woolarama came into being in 1972 on the back of the Merino and wool industry in the area. Primarily it is an opportunity to exhibit their sheep, wool and innovations in the wool industry, including fashion, to the expected … Continue reading →

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Sydney’s Chinese Garden of Friendship

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

These beautiful gardens were designed and landscaped to celebrate Australia’s Bicentenary in 1988 – a result of the close friendship between Sydney’s Chinese community and Guangzhou in China. Situated at the end of Darling Harbour they offer a beautiful and … Continue reading →

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Our Sydney Stopover

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

We arrived into Sydney on Tuesday afternoon and it has drizzled for the first few days. Usually you are greeted with a beautiful clear view of the coastline but unfortunately the weather didn’t show the city off at its best. … Continue reading →

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We have survived Berrara!

Posted on March 2, 2014 by Kerry & Jim

We are currently holidaying with our lovely friends Graham & Heather who live in Sydney and have a holiday home down the coast in Berrara! We arrived on Tuesday, were collected at the airport and then whisked away to Berrara … Continue reading →

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