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made it to Sydney

Got sto see some of the Capital. Frank took me to Parliment House for a tour and showed me where the Embassy are. We also went to the War Memorial. It was quite the exhibition, remined me of part of the Smithsonian Museums. (I will post some pics later). Got to the Airport in plenty of time....

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hallanniem on November 29, 2009 from Sydney, Australia

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movign cattle

Moved a bull cows and heiferstoday. Frome one paddock to another. Frank had to get a horse to help move the bull to where he wanted him.All of the cattle were a little frisky. had to put someinto a squeeze chute to treat them. The cows will mostly follow you if you yell 'come on' at them. Just...

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hallanniem on November 28, 2009 from Queanbeyan, Australia

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Avalanche

Arrived in Canberra and Frank met me at the airort. Back to Avalanche Ranch where i met Faye and Elle. Drove around and got a look at some of the property. laer Frandk left Elle and i to go for a walk on an overgrown trail (we did not see a trail at all). We couldn't follow the rack and ended...

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hallanniem on November 27, 2009 from Queanbeyan, Australia

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Plant visit

Walked along the Swan river down to the Bell tower this morning. It is only 23 degrees so it is quite comfortable. i booked a tour for tomorrow. Dolphins, Penguins, and sea lions. should keep me busy most of the day. Went to the Water Corporation and me some very nice people. A frog is...

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hallanniem on November 25, 2009 from Perth, Australia

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Another assignment??

Woke up for early morning service with a really nice young pioneer sister...she showed us around a bunch and was really fun to be around. We talked with a couple nice people in service and was able to get another placement. Australians are very laid-back and willing to talk so that has been so...

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lisanikki on November 24, 2009 from Coffs Harbour, Australia

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perth day 15

Went down the street and there is a medical clinic that gives travel vaccines. so I was able to get my H1N1 vaccination. today should be effective by cruise time. Went to the Perth Mint to view thier collection of mining memoreblia and to see a pouring of a gold bar. Walked downtown to...

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hallanniem on November 24, 2009 from Perth, Australia

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Margaret River

Tour today, much different from the previous tour - luxury bus. Sat next to a woman from near Rimini Italy, and had pleasant conversations with her. Also met a couple of people from Singapore. Went to the Xanadu Winery for tastings of about 8 varieties of wines. Bought a Souvingnon Merlot ...

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hallanniem on November 23, 2009 from Margaret River, Australia

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2nd day in Coffs

Woke up around 9am and headed to the meeting for service. There were about 20 people out and they were all very happy to see us! We were warned that Australians by nature are not very interestedin the Bible tand that wewould likey not be able to talk to that many people... good conversations and...

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lisanikki on November 23, 2009 from Coffs Harbour, Australia

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Australia love

The best day so far! Woke up early for the 9:30am meeting. Really, really nice congregation/Beautiful Hall. Lots of windows to see the beautiful surroundings. Congregation had about 150 publishers and 15 pioneers and all were very nice and happy to have American visitors. Met some really nice...

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lisanikki on November 22, 2009 from Coffs Harbour, Australia

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arrival

Flew in from Alice Sprigs with Eveie and Pieter. We flew over Uluru and took some photos from the plane. i t is hard to tell if the came out because of the clouds. Got to the airport and realized that I had forgotten my lip balm on the floor of the hotel room. Seems I am doomed to not have...

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hallanniem on November 22, 2009 from Perth, Australia

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