Boab trees have hollow tree trunks can grow to have a circumference of over 14 metres and was used at one point used as "prison cells" in the 1890s by the local police to lock up Aboriginal prisoners over night, on their way to Derby for sentencing.
The treetop walk called "The Dreaming Serpent"... wonderfully constructed blending man-made elements with the natural environment.
Here we go, off to the Scout HQ!
Keeping a sample of the sheep wool, off the floor...
Then taking an Authentic Australian Farmer break with Billy Tea and Damper Bread
After the Aboriginal Show, its lunch time! Aussie Barbie! (No, no pork! - Just an Aussie slang for Barbeque (: ) The food is deliciously halal.
That's Dave, one of our Bus Captains who doubles up as chef.
The Scouts and Ventures working tirelessly to serve their younger Cub brothers.
We've got Yummy in our Tummy!Welcome to the Farm !
Watching the performance.. fascinating !
Can you spot yr Child ?
We promised to show our children how a sheep is sheared
Bushman Edgar Wong.. Hee Ha !!
Bush"woman" Mdm Lata Menon ... having a go with the whip.. she killed the horse !
Hi Parents and well wishers,
In case you were anxious to see pics since last night.. I apologise that I could only publish pics and update this morning as we were busy with sorting out the accommodation arrangement and feeding our hungry cubs after a long day...
From hereon, I have established the LAN line and will commence our CNN LIVE coverage !
After reading, pse drop us yr messages and encouragement !
Hi Parents and well wishers,
Thank you for sending all of us at the airport. Don't worry! All the kids are fine and enjoying themselves. They are looking forward to sleeping in the tent tomorrow night (sub camps take turns). See you at the airport on Tuesday.
Miss Adeline Ong and Miss Nisvaan
You can imagine handling 113 kids in the cabin ! Our cubs were very excited as we took off at 9.20 am...
Some were busy with the in flight entertainment systems..
Some were trying to catch up with their sleep..
A couple had air-sickness.. but they are alright.. no huge drama
At the end of the flight, everyone in high spirits ~ looking forward to our new home for the next few days at Manjedal.
We had an early start.. almost everyone was punctual, arriving by 6.30 am. The last group was checked in by 7.30am, this was a great improvement and better than expected ~ to manage our contingent of 158 !
Minor hiccups with several participants' visas rejected as their passport was recently changed and the new passports had new numbers ! Only 1 boy (or rather his parents) forgot his passport but he still make it on time.. thats why is important to start early..
Thank you parents and well wishers for your kind co-operation and sacrificing your sleep !!
The group from La Salle Pri School
Some had time for a good chat ...
