Footy

Saturday, 26 May 2012


Not the best start to the day with the realisation that we will have to replace our awning. Three very brave gentlemen were able to wind it up last night during the gale and this morning, with the wind abated, we were able to inspect the damage – a bent and damaged arm along with a “torn” and delaminated awning. Some time was spent contacting the insurance company and we will wait until we arrive in Cairns before we do anything else.

At least the rain did stop for a few hours today. We had tickets to the Sydney/St Kilda match this afternoon, so gave ourselves plenty of time to find a car park near Etihad Stadium before walking into the city for lunch. The one block of William Street that we wanted to drive down was closed to all traffic while a Honda commercial was being filmed – fortunately it just meant doing a bigger blockie. Of course, it started to pour as we walked back to the stadium!

We had good seats on the second level and during half time the four men sitting in front of us decided to be friendly and have a chat. One was from Cicero Court in Blackmans Bay, the others were from Cairns – one was originally from Smithton and played football for Ulverstone. Turned out he and Les had mutual acquaintances. We have been invited to get in touch with him when we arrive in Cairns.

Cat became a bit bored with the football and decided to help the Fox Sports cameraman, who was working next to our seats. I think that is all we need say about the football.