Headed south to see the Lake Clifton thrombolites – an easy morning boardwalk in the Yalgorup National Park to view the living rounded rock-like limestone colour structures, formed by micro organisms. The micro organisms are able to precipitate calcium carbonate from the waters as they photosynthesise, forming the mineralised thrombolite structure. I launched the drone and was surprised to discover the gorgeous lime green water colour on shore’s edge.

Feeling energetic, did another boardwalk along the mangroves in the Leschenalut Inlet waterway in Bunbury.  The Leschenault estuarine system has a high diversity of microfauna and a large number of migratory waterbirds.

Stayed overnight at the Southern Stars Holiday Park in Anniebrook.

Continued south to Point Piquet – lots of people fishing, with shouts of excitement about the shoal of salmon that flowed past. Some lads landed 5kg trophies to take home to Mum that night!

Eagle Bay beach, near Dunsborough, in Meelup National Park is a long expanse of white sand interspersed with the odd natural rock groyne. Crystal clear calm waters make for easy bathing.

Travelled on to check out the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse, built in 1903, a 20 metre limestone cylindrical tower that still uses the first order Fresnel lens made by the Chance brothers. A delightful cottage cafe with artwork from locales on the walls, and delish coffee too.

Continued onto Smith’s Beach – a well known swimming, surfing and fishing location. What a shock to learn this beautiful pristine location is facing the threat of sewage being dumped by developers. I’m writing to government to protest!

Stopped off at Yallingup Gugelhupf to check out the pastries but decided to stay strong and just take a pic of offerings. Discovered Kathleen’s seat @ Yallingup with a fab outlook of Canal Rocks – what a view! And a seagull photobombed, hah!

Olive Hill Farm campground @ Margaret River overnight, after a stop at Vasse Felix winery to get a nice red.