Category Archives: Australia

Report July 27 By Dirk This morning we arrived at Schiphol after a flight of over 21 hours from Brisbane, via Singapore to Amsterdam. We were met by our son Dirk-jan, daughters Rosemary and Willy and 4 of our grandchildren. … Continue reading →

Report 18 July By Thecla en Benno Today the last kilometers to Brisbane! Dirk has chosen a few beautiful scenic drives so we have to drive as few major roads as possible and once again we have enjoyed a new … Continue reading →

Report 17 July By Thecla en Benno Today we leave again in time to experience as much as possible of this beautiful island. The trees here are huge and therefore already very old. A very untouched nature, where you can … Continue reading →

Report 16 July By Benno en Thecla The Model T-Ford gets its extra green camouflage cover and can stay on a special parking spot on the mainland of Australia. We arrange in the village the vehicle and camping permit and … Continue reading →

Report 15 July By Thecla en Benno All the people on the campsite visit us this morning, the collection tin is well filled and our neighbor, Louisa has made sure that there is an interview on the radio with Dirk … Continue reading →

Report 14 July By Benno en Thecla Departure from 1770. Dirk is happy that he has solid ground under his feet and his T-Ford can steer towards Bundaburg. However, ten kilometers ahead of this town there is suddenly a strange … Continue reading →

Report 13 July By Thecla and Benno We are not superstitious, but unconsciously it comes up, the question: “What will this day bring?” When we arrive at the jetty, the captain of our ship has noticeable problems with his servant, … Continue reading →

Report 12 July By Thecla and Benno Every time it is a pleasure to wake up in the nowhere with only nature sounds around you. The nocturnal dew has made everything soaking wet, where you had to go through every … Continue reading →

Report 10 July By Benno en Thecla Last night it was slightly warmer; up to 5 degrees. We have interested parties for the T-Ford at an early stage. One of the guests has worked for a long time on Fraser … Continue reading →

Report 9 July By Thecla and Benno It was a cold night again and the stars seemed to be closer than ever. After breakfast we leave, but Dirk sees a termite mound over the head in the high grass so … Continue reading →