Docklands, Melbourne An early Saturday morning solo drive of several hours for a 9 am Portarlington ferry departure. Before dawn, hopping kangaroos were avoided on the empty Western Freeway in the vicinity of Beaufort. 160 km west of Melbourne. Over two hours of driving still to go to reach Portarlington. A small bayside town. To reach Portarlington meant driving through the large city of Geelong. Both are on Port Phillip Bay. Geelong to Portarlington is 30 km by road. On the

Fox Car Museum The Fox car museum collection, a hidden gem in Melbourne's Docklands, offers a unique glimpse into the world of rare and exotic vehicles. Housed in the historic double-storey Queen's Warehouse, which dates back to 1890 and originally served as a Customs Store, this museum is a testament to the rich history of the area. Lindsay Fox, the visionary founder of Linfox, has curated a remarkable collection of fifty or more vehicles, each with its own fascinating story

Ford Mustang GT Nine years of driving a Ford Mustang GT from new. My opinion, and for what it's worth. A motor vehicle is a collection of sheet metal, nuts, bolts and fluids. However, a mustang GT is a very fine collection of sheet metal, nuts, bolts and fluids. Just over one hundred thousand km of mileage driven in nine years. All enjoyable but not taken for granted. Also, unfortunately seven years of proving driving ability to the relevant government licensing authority via

OKTOBERFEST BALLARAT On one day only. Kryal Castle, Oktoberfest Ballarat Victoria. Experience the enchantment of Kryal Castle in Ballarat, Victoria, on a day filled with excitement and festivities. The organisers are working tirelessly to establish Oktoberfest as a recurring event, aiming to bring a touch of Bavarian culture to this charming Australian city. Ballarat, located 115 km west of Melbourne, is a picturesque destination easily accessible via the well-connected Weste

Kryal Castle Built in 1973 as a medieval fantasy themed park on eleven hectares of elevated land. Located at the foot of Mount Warrenheip twelve km. from central Ballarat. The castle grounds are meticulously maintained, with every corner exuding an air of grandeur and history. Beyond the immaculate cleanliness, the grounds come alive with the daily spectacle of jousting events that transport visitors back to a time of chivalry and valor. These events are just the tip of the i

Murtoa's Big Weekend First weekend in October Show & Shine All those who attended were friendly people keen to see what was on display. Quite often the smaller Show & Shine displays in country towns have a few interesting surprises. Who knows what unusual vehicles are kept on farms or are in backyard sheds and are brought out occasionally for all to see. Show entrants come from far and wide. All are pleased to attend. Any trophies won are a bonus. The Show & Shine event held