Yesterday we were collected at 1 and went to meet the rest of the family. We had a good few hours with them the six small children ranging from 18 months to 10 were entertained by Katie all afternoon. Then we went to mass in the Cathedral and out to dinner with Uncle Alan and Ruth.

Early start to the day today, breakfast then off to Ballarat. Sovereign Hill was the name of the mining town in Ballarat that found some of the most important gold finds in Australia. Thanks to the tin miners who came over from Cornwall the mining here lasted some 2-3 years more than it would have, due to their methods. Then back to the hotel for Katie and I but Adam has gone off to the Aussie rules football match with Uncle Alan, Brian and Carl.

Uncle Alan and Ruth took us to Phillip Island today. On the way we stopped at the Botanic Gardens, Cranbourne which is full of indigenous plants. Had a good walk around saw lots of interesting plants very different to ones at home. Then along the way we went to Cowes, did not see Aunty Nora though !! called in to an amazing Koala sanctuary and saw quite a few in the trees. Katie has some fantastic photos. Stopped at a few picturesque spots along the way then fin...

Arrived in Melbourne and joined the very long queue at immigration. Finally having made it through quarantine we were met by Uncle Alan. We were amazed how he managed to fit us and the luggage in such a small car. Then back to the house to see Ruth and have breakfast. Then finally to the hotel for a quick bite to eat and bed.