Ben and Hailey were our guides for the day, and we fitted in lots of touristy things... First up was a visit to the Yarra Valley, a region famous for it's large number of vinyards and wineries. In theory, a very nice idea. However, after a few 'bevies' the night before it was harder work than we anticipated. We went to a fantastic farmers market with masses of locally produced scrumptious food and organic meat, cheese, nibbles etc etc. Nick could barely contain ...

Wow! What a first week. Busy busy busy, so finally Nick got rewarded with a trip to the Aussie Open Tennis. Stinking hot day as usual and lots of sun-tan cream and hat-wearing. It was a really good day, with lots of decent players still on the outside courts. We got ground passes despite the fact that show court tickets were pretty cheap. Managed to see the Bryan Brothers (World Number 1 Mens doubles pair), the Williams Sisters playing doubles, Leyton and Roger ...

Lakes Entrance After another windy journey we arrived further down the coast at Lakes Entrance. It's another sleepy fishing port, only this one boasts a Ninety mile beach!!! We had fun watching the rookie lifeguards training this morning and the men fishing (more successfully than us). We went out last night and had a laugh with some English guys who are travelling around the world in a camper van. It's true what people say about the Aussies as well, we have...

Finally arrived in Melbourne after a 3am departure from Lakes Entrance. Fantastic to be here. Dumped stuff at our amazing new accommodation for the week at 'Ormand College', Melbourne University. The place is just like one of the old Universities in the Uk and made us feel like we were fresh Lukies all over again. Free food for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, but no Doreen unfortunately (just for the Lukies). Even had a view of the hockey pitch! Really lucky to be s...

Merrimula Arrived after a speedy coach journey from the grumpiest driver in the world. He reluctantly pointed us in the direction of our YHA along with several other travelers. Dumped our stuff and wandered up the road to explore. Just 30 seconds away we found a beautiful empty beach... Perfect! Spent a little while chilling out before heading into town for food. Reccomendation: Captain John's Fish and Chip Shop. Absolutely georgous grub. Fishing is the ...