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Malabar Headland – 20 October 2023

I was joined on this trip by both Valerie and Sue. We were all keen to see the progress of the Peregrine Falcons, and to see if they had chicks (and if they had fledged). We did see both the … Continue reading

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Raptors and Whales – Malabar Headland – 2 October 2023

Valerie joined me for a very interesting and  enjoyable day spent on Malabar Headland. The main aim was to look at the resident Peregrine Falcons, but during our visit we saw a lot more. On my last visit, on the … Continue reading

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Bundeena to Marley Walk – 13 July 2023

Sue had suggested a walk in Royal National Park from Bundeena, down the Coastal Track to Marley and back. Fine weather was forecast, and it sounded like good idea. We met on the train to Cronulla and were soon boarding … Continue reading

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More Coastal Walking – Vaucluse to Dover Heights – 20 June 2023

After two great days of whale watching, Sue suggested a walk along the cliffs of the eastern suburbs. We started at Vaucluse, with a visit to the Grumpy Baker, then around the corner, at Christison Park, before we got to … Continue reading

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Malabar Headland – 8 June 2023

Sue joined me for a great day out on Malabar Headland. We went to see Peregrine Falcons and whales. we were not disappointed. Sue’s bus was running late, so I planned to meet her on Magic Point. The sandstone was … Continue reading

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Birds, Whales and Dolphins at Long Reef – 30 May 2023

I decided to visit Long Reef – with the aim of photographing Ospreys, and also to keep a lookout for Whales and Dolphins. I had pretty good day. After walking out to the lookout, I soon spotted a pod of … Continue reading

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Malabar Headland – 28 May 2023

Was this going to be the beginning of the 2023 Peregrine Falcon season on the headland? I was heading out to the headland with Sue. It is always a nice place to spend some time, and even if the Peregrines … Continue reading

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Malabar Headland – 3 October 2022

Another excellent day spent on Malabar Headland observing the Peregrine Falcons. This time I was accompanied by Valerie and Sue. Fine weather was forecast. We walked out from Maroubra Beach. There were a lot of surf board riders waiting for … Continue reading

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More Whale Watching – Bundeena to Marley Walk – 24 June 2022

I was keen to head back down to Royal National Park and walk along the Coastal Track south of Bundeena to look for whales and birds. This time I was joined by Sue. We travelled to Cronulla by train and … Continue reading

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Malabar Headland – 20 June 2022

My last visit to the headland had been good – not so much for the whales as for the Peregrine Falcons. They had appeared late in the day and renewed their bonds. I was keen to go back and see … Continue reading

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