Wow…we were certainly excited about finally arriving in Tasmania to start home hunting. It felt like we were coming home !!!!!

We have been here for about 10 days and finally, after much searching, have found the home we will buy. It is on an 8 acre beautiful bush block at Sandford, looking down onto a deserted beach and lagoon about 25 minutes from Hobart. It is surrounded by many National Parks so is a very protected area. No close neighbours and very peaceful. It even fits all Mal’s toys…caravan and boat, with a good boat ramp 5 minutes away at South Arm.

Unfortunately Mal flew to Sydney last night to visit his Mum who suddenly became very seriously ill. Last night things were very worrying, but I am pleased to say she is improving and hopefully we will have his cheerful Mum back to normal soon !!!

Mal was very lucky to go out Tuna fishing with our good friend Pete at South Arm. They were very successful with their catch. I spent the day exploring the beautiful old buildings in Hobart, the interesting shops around Salamanca and the wharf area and catching up with Tanya for a coffee. I even met Nick from Gourmet Farmer and had a great chat with him. We have been invited to join them for a lunch once we have settled in Tassie. I will look forward to it. Tomorrow I am heading into Hobart for the Salamanca Markets and then meeting Tanya for lunch at Blue Skies.

Mal is flying back in early Sunday morning, and we are then leaving Tassie on Tuesday night crossing via the ship “Spirit of Tasmania”, then driving back up to Ballina for moving day on the 12th June. Can’t say we are looking forward to that part !!!