Author Archives: Dave Noble

Peregrine Falcon Update – 23 October 2026

Posted on November 4, 2026 by Dave Noble

Another visit to the sea cliffs. When I arrived, I heard some good news. Originally I had observed three chicks, but later I had only seen two in the air. So had other bird photographers that had been there. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds, Sydney | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Looking for Aboriginal Art in Maroota Ridge State Conservation Area – 22 October 2026

Posted on November 4, 2026 by Dave Noble

A wet day was forecast, so a short set of walks in Maroota State Conservation Area, near the Hawkesbury River, to look for some Aboriginal art caves  seemed like a good plan. I was with Bob, Doug and Nipper. On … Continue reading →

Posted in Aboriginal Sites, Bushwalking | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Peregrine Falcon Update – 21 October 2026

Posted on November 4, 2026 by Dave Noble

Another visit to this wonderful family of Peregrine Falcons. It is very special to witness the progress of  the young birds. WhenI arrived on there cliffs, on of the juvenile Peregrine Falcons was perched on a ledge.

Posted in Birds, Sydney | Tagged | Leave a comment

Malabar Headland – 20 October 2026

Posted on November 4, 2026 by Dave Noble

I was by myself on this visit to Malabar Headland National Park. It started as relatively quiet. I did observe both the adult Peregrine Falcons that I had gone to see. But there were no signs of any chicks. Certainly … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds, Sydney | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Peregrine Falcon Update – 19 October 2026

Posted on November 4, 2026 by Dave Noble

I returned to the sea cliffs for some more Peregrine Falcon photography. The baby birds grow up very quickly and with the tuition of their parents they develop their flying skills to a remarkable level.

Posted in Birds, Sydney | Tagged | Leave a comment

Wolli Creek Birds – 18 October 2026

Posted on November 4, 2026 by Dave Noble

I did a fairly short afternoon trip to Wolli Creek Regional Park – to the section near Hartill-Law and Bray Avenues for some birds photography. Here’re some photos of the birds I observed. Sacred Kingfisher New Holland Honeyeaters

Posted in Birds, Sydney | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Peregrine Falcon Update – 17 October 2026

Posted on November 2, 2026 by Dave Noble

I thought another return to the sea cliffs of Sydney would be worthwhile. I was after more Peregrine Falcon photos. The young birds grow up fast and will be soon flying far from the nest area, and so much harder … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds, Sydney | Tagged | Leave a comment

Peregrine Falcon Update – 16 October 2026

Posted on November 1, 2026 by Dave Noble

I returned to the Sea Cliffs of Sydney to see how the family of Peregrine Falcons were doing. Earlier in the week, one of the three chicks had fledged. I was wondering how the other chicks were progressing. Attuned out … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds, Sydney | Tagged | Leave a comment

Vale Bruce Vote

Posted on November 1, 2026 by Dave Noble

Another old bushwalking friend passed away recently. This was Bruce Vote, from the Kameruka Bushwalking Club. He died a day after Barry Higgins, and was 86 years old. Bruce’s main period of bushwalking would have been in the 1960’s. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Bushwalking, Conservation | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Vale Barry Higgins

Posted on October 22, 2026 by Dave Noble

It was sad to hear of the passing of Barry Higgins. I had known Barry since 1975 and I think he could be considered as Australia’s most significant bushwalker. He died on 1 October 2026 at the age of 91. … Continue reading →

Posted in Bushwalking | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment