Yesterday we spent the entire day on board getting through a host of phone calls to the US, in yet another attempt to get Roy's new iPhone sorted out, as well as preparing all the paperwork that is required for our alternative visas so that Elaine  can get her ongoing medical treatment in Australia.

However,  today was a little different. Every 26th January, Australians come together to celebrate their national day, reflecting the nation's diversity and achievements, as well as its past. It is also a part of history for all Australians, since the date marks the landing of the first British fleet in Sydney Cove in 1788. Although a fateful day for the Aboriginal people, the day also commemorates and celebrates the survival of their culture.

After a morning of just chillin' aboard, while observing the sights of all the powerboats motoring past us en route to the outer harbour, we saw flags of all sizes, as well as blown up toys, including huge kangaroos. It was definitely mayhem in Roseville Chase, so we can only imagine what it was like in Sydney Harbour.  The petrol companies were definitely smiling all the way to the bank!

This afternoon we took the bus to Dee Why,  one of Sydney's northern beach suburbs, where we enjoyed a late lunch / early dinner at the Stella Blu restaurant on the seafront, while listening to the live entertainment bands, followed by a walk along the promenade. Before heading back to Paw Paw and with the beaches teaming with people, we decided to find a shady spot under the trees to enjoy an ice-cream and people-watch.

Happy Australia Day to all our friends in Australia.  Hope you had a fun day.