Well 2014 has roared in and we are yet to see the thermometer drop below 28C (sorry UK). Our remaining days in Sydney were spent exploring more of the city and it's beaches as well as heading out to the gorgeous Blue Mountains. We also discovered the Sydney Fish Market and Mike & Pam's generosity backfired slightly when they sent us shopping alone for dinner with their wallet! 4 types of fish/seafood with dinner seemed a good idea at the time. Thoroughly fe...

We left you in Cairns and have now had 10 days in the South East corner of Aus. We hit the Great Ocean Road, had Christmas in Melbourne, watched the Poms getting smashed at the cricket, drove the scenic route to Sydney, and last night saw the New Year in Aussie Style. We'd heard much scare mongering of the incredible heat, the cockroaches, the huge overcrowding at New year, but are pleased to report all are (so far!) unfounded! Its been a lovely mid 20s (no Hi...