BACK TO BRISSIE AGAIN

We took the train into the city for the day.  One of the unique things about Brisbane is that it is the only Australian capital city which shares the name of the river on which it is built.

The guided walking tour took us around some of the main sites including City Hall, Old Government House, the Botanic Gardens 

and the Brisbane Arcade ... a nice place to browse.

Streets Beach is in the middle of the city and is a great place to relax.  The white sandy beach and lagoon overlook the Brisbane river and the city skyline.  

Later we wandered along the bougainvillea covered walkway to meet up with Andrew and Karyn for a delicious alfresco meal. 

The next day we were off again, this time to visit Cheryl and Garry, hosts at the Tally Ho Motor Inn in Tenterfield.  The town is surrounded by over 10 National Parks and is an untouched historical district of New South Wales. 

This is believed to be Australia's oldest cork tree, which was brought over from England and planted over a century ago.

On the way back we called in to see Glenda's great aunt.  Aunty Betty is 101 years old!   

What a remarkable lady.  So glad we were able to see where she lives and meet the staff and residents at Tweed Heads.

  

We had a brilliant time in Brisbane and have so many happy memories (and photos).  Thank you to Lynn and Errol for opening their home to us and making us feel so welcome.  

Cheers!