Adventurous Maite: Australia 13 (27-28 February 2011)

Pictures 27-28 February

27th February (Sunday)

Today trip from Perth to Mandurah by train with my Colombian friends Naslhy and Carolina. Carolina was also my housemate during my last days in Australia

On the bus

At the Railway Station
Carolina and me... Waiting for the Transperth's Perth to Mandurah train line

Here with Aika. Mandurah Line Stopping Patterns (all stops): Perth Underground-Canning Bridge-Murdoch-Rockingham-Mandurah

On the train during the journey

Mumma's Eats 'n' Sweets47 Mandurah Terrace. First place to visit!

Waffles, kebabs, ice cremas, pizzas, burgers, sundaes

I'm crazy, I know... I bought two Ice creams! One vanilla and one chocolate

Aika helping me with the ice creams xD

I keep getting fatter!!! And that's why :P

This is the Mandurah Anglical Church

Tour throughout Mandurah!
One day in Mandurah Foreshore Playground and Mandurah Boardwalk for a perfect Sunday

Located approximately 74 km south of Perth, the City of Mandurah is now one of the nations fastest growing regions. With a population in excess of 74.500 people, Mandurah boasts some of the best waterways in Australia including world class residential canals and magnificent beach side mansions

Mandurah is also the gateway to other attractions within the Peel region. The regions warm and sunny climate allows for the enjoyment of many outdoor activities including crabbing, fishing, sailing, dolphin watching and swimming

Beautiful pet portraits! But $70... :P

With excellent views over the river, BBQ's, plenty of seating, shade and local coffee bars and restaurants this is a great playground to visit for playdates, birthday parties and family BBQ's and picnics

It's a real pleasure walking at the Mandurah Boardwalk

Public art frame sculpture

Estuary view

Heart Sculpture

Megaphone

Someone may think we are mad... Well, it doesn't matter xD

Boats getting closer

Nice and enormous tree!

Over the walkway

Parading like a good models xD

The trio

Beautiful views, isn't?

Atmosphere of total relax

Ohhh yeaaaaaaaahhhh

Peaceful waters... Blue sea, oh, blue sea...

Still in love with the sea view

Where else can you go for a swim?

"The Fisherman" by Mary Knott in Mandurah Terrace, near jetty

More pics in Mandurah Marina

An Australian Pelican

He's known by the locals and is never seen with any other pelicans, always by himself

We got the picture with the pelican xD

Always a popular day-trip destination, Mandurah is a mix of inner city and semi-rural living. People come on holiday and then want to stay, which has resulted in Mandurah expanding to offer an exciting mix of residential developments, from family homes and modern apartments within new estates to luxurious homes nestled along numerous canal waterways

Enjoying the relaxed Maritime Vibe of Mandurah City

Mandurah Ferry Cruises

The city centre foreshore is home to a variety of wildlife including dolphins, pelicans, shags and an abundance of marine life like blue manna crab which has become synonymous with the area. Mandurah is also known for its protected waterways, beaches and boating and fishing activities

Mandurah Foreshore Playground. On the Eastern Mandurah Foreshore there is this lovely playground overlooking the river. The playground is fully shaded and based on a soft fall surface

Shopping in Foreshore. There are many shops in Mandurah

Souvenirs shop :-) So cuteeeeeeeee. I love koalas, I love teddy koalas!!!!!!!

Shopping area in Mandurah Terrace :-)

Golden Cloud Spur Steak Ranch, Steakhouse in Mandurah

An afternoon stroll along the boardwalk it's a good plan :D

The pelican again

This is the iconic Old Mandurah Bridge. The old Mandurah traffic bridge hasn't changed much over many decades and here it is

Our last pictures before going home

Mandurah Thomas Peel Memorial

The Thomas Peel Memorial located at the corner of Mandurah Terrace and Pinjarra Road near the Old Traffic Bridge. Unveiled on the December 11, 1955. Originally a 'Wishing Well' but now covered. The disconnected water pipes can still be seen

Enjoying a drink :-D

We enjoyed a lot in Mandurah, this popular coastal destination, about an hours drive from Perth, long time ago was purely known for its crabbing, prawning and holidays, but now it's a massive, thriving city. Boating and fishing is popular, and plenty of seafood is still regularly caught. It has plenty of great places to eat at, a lot of walkways to stroll down and plenty of room for some entertainment. I will recommend this place to everyone I know.

28th February (Monday)

My Aussie flag