Monthly Archives: March 2006

World Trip 2006: Days 3-4: Johannesburg, South Africa

Friday 31 March 2006 and Saturday 1 April 2006 Highlights: South Africa vs. Australia Test Match I went to the first 2 days of the South Africa vs. Australia Test Match at the Wanderers Cricket Ground.   I got fantastic … Continue reading

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World Trip 2006: Day 2 – Soweto and Johannesburg, South Africa

Thursday 30 March 2006 Highlights: Emotional visit Soweto township After taking the guard dogs for a walk with the host of the Jo-Burg Inn (I was the only guest last night) I headed off on a tour of Soweto.   … Continue reading

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World Trip 2006: Day 1 – Melbourne to Johannesburg, South Africa

Wednesday 29 March 2006 Highlights: The trip beginning and no hassles with flights or transfers. After a farewell dinner I have a restless night thinking about everything that is ahead of me.   Will I be okay by myself, will … Continue reading

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IR Reform: Work Choices

On the very day I’m leaving for 5 months I’m thinking about the Australian Governments Work Choices legislation and I’m wondering what type of country Australia is turning into.  The changes that start this week will have a lasting effect on … Continue reading

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World Trip 2006 – Almost There

Well it’s getting closer and closer to I leave Australia on this very big trip. I’ve finally uploaded photos from the USA leg of my last world trip.   I’ve added the extra trip to London (including Eurostar train trip … Continue reading

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World Trip 2006 – Update

Well it’s been a very busy time getting ready for the upcoming trip.   I’m now had my last vaccination and picked up some South African Rand.   I now know some semi famous people.   Two friends have made … Continue reading

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