Author Archives: Dave Noble

Sydney Park and Malabar Headland Visits – 21 October 2022

Posted on October 26, 2022 by Dave Noble

This was a full day, starting off at Sydney Park, and then visiting Malabar Headland to photograph the Peregrine Falcons. At Sydney Park, I had two aims – to photograph the Tawny Frogmouths and the Powerful Owl. I first went … Continue reading →

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Kameruka Bushwalking Club Reunion 18 – 20 October 2022

Posted on October 21, 2022 by Dave Noble

Many years ago (1970’s – 80’s) I was an active member of the Kameruka Bushwalking Club, and I was pleased to be able to attend a reunion held at Blackheath. I have outlined some of the highlights of this club’s … Continue reading →

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A Quick Trip to Sydney Park – 17 October 2022

Posted on October 20, 2022 by Dave Noble

On the way home from Royal National Park, I stopped off at St Peters and made quick visit to Sydney Park. I wanted to have another look for the Powerful Owl. This time I had success. It took me a … Continue reading →

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The Jibbon Loop – 17 October 2022

Posted on October 20, 2022 by Dave Noble

Another nice walk organised  and led by Brian Everingham for the National Parks Association of NSW. Then plan was to catch the ferry to Bundeena and then walk along Jibbon Beach, around the headland, and then continue on the track … Continue reading →

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Birds at Sydney Park and Barton Park – 16 October 2022

Posted on October 18, 2022 by Dave Noble

I spent a nice day visiting two local sites. I started at Sydney Park and then caught a bus down the road to Barton Park. My main aim Sydney Park was to try and spot a Powerful Owl that had … Continue reading →

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Coastal Walking – Cape Solander – Cape Baily – 15 October 2022

Posted on October 16, 2022 by Dave Noble

It was beautiful weather and I was keen to head outdoors, so I decided to catch a train to Cronulla and then a bus to Kurnell and visit Kamay – Botany Bay National Park. My plan was open – to … Continue reading →

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Nurragingy Reserve – 14 October 2022

Posted on October 16, 2022 by Dave Noble

I spent another nice day at Nurragingy Reserve at Doonside. On these visits, I always aim to find and photograph the Azure Kingfishers. But again, I missed spotting them despite a lot of looking. I did see a pair of … Continue reading →

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Malabar Headland – 13 October 2022

Posted on October 16, 2022 by Dave Noble

Another visit to Malabar Headland – with the principal aim to photograph the local Peregrine Falcons, and also to look for whales and other sea life. This time I was accompanied by Valerie and Sue. The Peregrine Falcons put on … Continue reading →

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Upper Blue Mountains Heritage Walk – 12 October 2022

Posted on October 15, 2022 by Dave Noble

This was a nice day out in the Upper Blue Mountains – looking for heritage sites. The party was Bob, Doug, Pete and myself. During the day we examined a most interesting Aboriginal site – an occupation shelter, which had … Continue reading →

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Wolli Ck and Cooks River Walk – 11 October 2022

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Dave Noble

After the Mudlarks bird survey, I went looking for a Tawny Frogmouth on its nest in Ewen Park. After finding it, I headed to Permanent Avenue and caught a bus to Bexley North. From there, I made my way down … Continue reading →

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