Perth

We have been in Perth, WA for about a week now and are having a fabulous time. At home the nights must be drawing in but here the sun is shining, the sea is inviting and ice creams a festive necessity! It doesn't really feel like Christmas in 30 degree heat and the decorations look a little out of place. Still, we like to get in to the spirit and have therefore thrown ourselves into the spirit of Christmas in the true Australian manner... VB and Barbeques!

Our stay in Perth began with the cricket - dare I mention it?!

Ed attended two days and I went to one. It was really hot, about 53 degrees in the sun. As we were in the cheap seats, I think you can guess where we ended up...no shade at all. It was good to see the cricket live and despite the end result and the 'pom bashing' we had a good time.

Do you recognise this face???

Our hosts in Perth are excellent. Luke's family have invited us and our smelly laundry in to their home and couldn't do enough for us. Not only have they offered us the most comfy bed of 3 months, hot water and a much needed washing machine, they have also shown us around town and shown us the best spots. Including a trip to Perth zoo, the markets at Freemantle, surfing at Trigg beach and fishing from their boat...to mention just a few.

Just couldn't resist putting this in...first ever sighting of a koala!