Merry Christmas from Mildura on the Murray River. Temperature is 32 degrees and sunny. We spent a few hours touring the area around Mildura, including the red cliffs of the Murray River and the orchards in the area (oranges, wine and table grapes, avocado, nectarines and much more). We visited Wentworth, where the Darling River enters the Murray. Also trekked on the Perry Sand Dunes near Wentworth. The only downer was we discovered there was not one restaura...

We left Murray Bridge and followed the Murray River north and then east. The riverbanks in many areas are steep cliffs that are constantly eroding. In early afternoon we entered the state of Victoria and continued along the Murray to Mildura, where we will spend Christmas Day. We got a great cabin right on the River at a caravan park. It is a 3 bedroom unit with a large living room and kitchen. Much more than we need but we will enjoy the living area. Three...