Author Archives: Dave Noble

Northern Beaches Birds – 2 November 2021

Posted on November 7, 2021 by Dave Noble

This was another good day of bird photography in the area near Long Reef. I starred on the  sea cliffs to the south looking for Peregrine Falcons, but had no luck. Then I walked along the beach to Long Reef … Continue reading →

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South Head Walk – 1 November 2021

Posted on November 7, 2021 by Dave Noble

This was a nice day out and about with the National Parks Association of NSW on a walk around the South Head Area of Sydney Harbour National Park. It was led by Brian Everingham. As well as looking at some … Continue reading →

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Malabar Headland – 31 October 2021

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Dave Noble

Another nice day spent on Malabar Headland. I walked in from Malabar, arriving near Boora Point fairly early, around 8:30 am. Things at the start were quiet. Very quiet. Except for the call of a Rufous Whistler. I went to … Continue reading →

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Cooks River and Barton Park Birds – 31 October 2021

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Dave Noble

After taking a day off to stay indoors during a heat wave, I was keen to get outdoors the next day. I decided to visit some of my local biding sites – the Cooks River and Barton Park. I travelled … Continue reading →

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Burra Korain Ridge Walk – 28 October 2021

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Dave Noble

Bob proposed this walk – out from Blackheath, along Ridgewell Road, and then turn off and follow Burra Korain Ridge to the end. Then have a look for a slot pass, then return via a crossing of Crayfish Creek to … Continue reading →

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Raptors at the Northern Beaches – 27 October 2021

Posted on October 30, 2021 by Dave Noble

I spent an enjoyable day in the Northern Beaches area, my first visit there for a long time. During the day, I visited three sites – and at each I was able to photograph some nice raptors. I caught a … Continue reading →

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Sydney Park – a Brief Visit – 26 October 2021

Posted on October 30, 2021 by Dave Noble

On my way home from Emu Green, I called in to Sydney Park at St Peters. My main reason was to see if I could spot any of the Buff-banded Rail chicks. It seems there are three surviving chicks (out … Continue reading →

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Birds at Emu Green – 26 October 2021

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Dave Noble

I spent the morning at Emu Green Reserve at Emu Plains spending my time there looking for and photographing birds. Emu Green can be very good for birds. This trip was not my best visit. but it was reasonable and … Continue reading →

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Jibbon Head Walk – 25 October 2021

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Dave Noble

I was very pleased to be able to resume my walks with Brian Everingham that he organises for the National Parks Association of NSW. Quite a few of the walkers who attend are regulars and it was good to catch … Continue reading →

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Malabar Headland Visit – 24 October 2021

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Dave Noble

This was my nest visit to Malabar Headland to photograph the resident Peregrine Falcons, and to see if their chicks had fledged. I was quite a warm and sunny day, but not too crowded (it was one of the rare … Continue reading →

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