Brolga

Bird Photography Challenge #39: The Brolga

The Brolga (Grus rubicunda) is the only endemic crane in Australia and is known for spectacular dance displays by both sexes during breeding season. This stately bird being usually seen in the tropics, it was quite a surprise to come across it in Victoria. and although the photographs were taken 12 to 18 months ago, it…

Metung sail

Seasonal Migration

After being away for nearly a year, Take It Easy is back at her home port of Paynesville in the Gippsland Lakes. Last weekend we took the opportunity of a short weather window to make our winter migration. Wade and friend Greg brought the boat back from Port Albert where it had been since our…