MONDAY 19 OCTOBER     MOUNT SURPRISE

Another hot day.

John spent time on the computer. I read and did crosswords.

I made savoury scones for lunch, which were delicious. We discovered by experience when first here, that the frozen bread from the store is awful. It must be really stale before they freeze it. Hence my need to find alternatives.

Joe showed us a book his father had prepared, of local flora, including historical quotes about  same, and aboriginal uses of them. Apparently this family is a well-known local one, especially in the realm of plant expertise. John found out that Jo and Joe had grown most of the plants that have been planted around the park. There must be thousands of dollars worth of these; it is going to be an absolute oasis when the plants mature. We really admire their enterprise.

We have had an excellent time during our two weeks at Bedrock Village, but have decided it is time to move on. I wonder how many travellers have ever spent as long at Mt Surprise?

With travel in mind, John took Truck to refuel – 76cpl.

Had a final, lovely swim in the afternoon. Took down the awning after the worst of the sun had gone.

Tea was fish and chips bought from the pub – $10 and they were great.