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iandsmith Says: It was bizarre but rivetting entertainment. The only pause came when we docked at the ocean end of Nornalup Inlet. Here we had time to walk over the sand dunes to the glorious Circus Beach, lit rich by the sun and caressed by a zephyr of an offshore wind. Its colours...
iandsmith Says: By law Gary has to demonstrate how to put a life jacket on and inflate it. As he stood on a chair and alternatively flapped his wings and held his nose, I doubt anyone, except Gary, would have survived if we sank. We would still be laughing at his demonstration.He then...
iandsmith Says: I'll quote here from my email at the time: WOW, WHAT A CIRCUSI was in the middle of the Nullarbor crossing and the man was clearly in shock, his agitated expression revealed a deep emotion. His voice was non stop as he explained what had happened.“You have to go on this...
robertgaz Says: The drive to Hilltop is along a gravel road about 3km's east of Walpole and from a lookout you get a stunning view of the Frankland River & Nornalup Inlet and also to the Southern Ocean and isles. The car park is surrounded by towering Karri trees and you can take a short...
robertgaz Says: I decided to travel to the Conspicuous Cliffs by taking a scenic boat trip down the Frankland River first and then walking along a marked walk trail through coastal heathland to the beach. The Cospicuous Cliffs are a breathtaking backdrop to a beautiful beach of fine golden...
robertgaz Says: The Frankland River flows over many rocky outcrops into an area surrounded by high granite cliffs known as Circular Pool.
Dreamgirl1 Says: On the way from Walpole to Denmark there is an Alpaca Farm. Actually it has a lot more than Alpacas - it has Koalas, goats, sheep, Kangaroos, buffalo, horses, rabbits etc. What's really nice about this farm is it's not that busy and you can go in the pens / fields with the...
Kathrin_E Says: The small country town owes a certain importance to its location on Frankland River and the bridge of South Coast Highway, the Highway No. 1. When passing through the town looks tiny but since this is a farming area, its population is distribuited over a much larger area.The...
Kathrin_E Says: This region is rich of water and lush green forests. The wide Frankland River flows down from Mount Frankland and reaches the sea at Nornalup Inlet. South Coast Highway crosses it at Nornalup. The river is popular for boating, canoeing and fishing.
Kathrin_E Says: This part of Australia receives enough rainfall to grow dense green forests that can, even through the eye of an European, be considered 'real forests' unlike the shaggy bushland in other regions. The typical gum trees here are species that are endemic in the Southwest:...
Valley of the Giants: Ancient Empire
Kathrin_E Says: The forests of Walpole-Nornalup National Park contain a botanic treasure, 400 year old red tingle trees. This species needs particular warm conditions and has only survived in few areas of southwestern Australia.There are two ways of admiring the tree giants: the Tree Top...
Valley of the Giants: Tree Top Walk
Kathrin_E Says: The forests of Walpole-Nornalup National Park contain a botanic treasure, 400 year old red tingle trees. This species needs particular warm conditions and has only survived in few areas of southwestern Australia.There are two ways of admiring the tree giants: the Tree Top...
Photographing Pelicans on Walpole Inlet
Kathrin_E Says: The waters of Walpole Inlet, Walpole River and Nornalup Inlet are popular for fishing, both among humans and birds. The pelicans and seagulls know perfectly well that human anglers will clean their catch immediately upon return to shore and throw the waste into their hungry...
John Rate Lookout - Views To The Southern Ocean
Mikebb Says: Driving north from Walpole along the South western Highway we stopped at the Lookout and admired the great view to the ocean. This rest area is well equipped with tables and bench seats for those who wish to stay longer and have a picnic.
Wyolie, A Small Endangered Native Animal
Mikebb Says: The Woylie is a small nocturnal mammal resembling a tiny kangaroo which lived throughout the South West. However with the settlement of the South West during the 1930's depression and the introduction of foxes and cats into the area these animals were gradually reduced in...
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Some of my favourite meals have been at a good ol' Aussie BBQ. Just head down to the supemarket and find some of your favourite foods to throw on the BBQ.
Favorite Dish: A few snags (sausages) with fried onion on the barbie (BBQ) in a fresh bun with dead horse (tomato sauce) is a firm family favourite. And what could be better than to wash it down with a full bodied flavoursome WA red...
Updated Jul 19, 2006
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With an abundance of natural settings it is no wonder that the South West of WA attracts so many creative people and Walpole is no exception. Artists are inspired by their beautiful local surroundings and by the rich materials available to them.
I found this painting by a local artist at one of the art and craft shops in Walpole. I won't pretend to understand art but I just loved the sun and the moon and the lovely colours used in this particular painting. And now everytime I walk past and see it hanging on my wall I am reminded of a wonderful week in Walpole.
Updated Jul 18, 2006
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We arrived Sunday afternoon and completed the Tree Top Walk before the storm arrived. It pelted heavy rain all night and together with the thunder and lightning it felt good to be inside a nice warm cottage. When morning arrived the rain had lessened, however it was wet and we decided to drive back to Perth mid morning.
On to the South Western Highway and within 20 minutes we came to a halt as the road was closed due to several large trees falling over during the storm. The State Emergency Service were clearing the road, using chain saws to break up the trees. Eventually after a half hour a passage was cleared and we continued on our way, however we quickly came across other sections of the road that had been cleared earlier by the SES.
Written Apr 7, 2008
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Thurlby Herb Farm is about 15 km's north of Walpole along Gardiners Road. There are fragrant herb gardens set in a beautiful countryside of rolling hills and calm forests.
Thurlby grows their own herbs to distil essential oils and produce their own handmade fragrant soaps, plant-based aromatic products and unique sweets such as wildflower honey nougat and lemon myrtle toffee.
Next to the gardens there is a café with a selection of garden fresh lunches, rosemary scones, homemade cakes, and a large variety of teas and coffees.
The family owned herb farm is a 10min walk from the Walpole Wilderness Resort so you can take a leisurely stroll along a quiet stretch of road if you happen to be staying there.
Updated Jul 18, 2006
Website: http://www.thurlbyherb.com.au/
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Favorite thing: Please click on the link for a map to help find your way around Walpole
Written Jul 19, 2006
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