Rainbow Bay, Queensland

We have not disappeared between Malaysia and Brisbane, Australia!  But rather the absence of blogs is due to trying to find a quick internet connection, and also hot weather lethargy.  Yes we have been experiencing extremely hot and humid weather here, which is quite the reverse of the weather in the United Kingdom and Europe.

But today there has been a cool change, and it is raining, and for once I am not complaining!    The internet connection is strong as well.    So here goes!

Off to the beach, namely Rainbow Bay, which is the last town on the Gold Coast strip, and a few metres from Tweed Heads, which is in New South Wales.    And a time difference of one hour.   Queensland does not have daylight saving, but New South Wales does, which is very difficult for the people who live in the twin towns.

The beach!    Beautiful white sand, and plenty of surf.    But where are the people?   All out swimming, safely, between the flags.

 The family line up.

 The small swimming pool, being enjoyed by a group of children.   Actually this little pool used to be the home of some dolphins.   There is a fuller explanation of this pool, in my November, 2011 blog.

Scott in his super cool sunglasses, enjoying the sunshine.

 The Surf Lifesaving Club, where we ate a delicious, and cheap, lunch.

 Jackie and I bracing ourselves against the strong breeze.

The Surf Lifesaving lookout, No 1 (they are all numbered on the Gold Coast), with the utility vehicle beside it, surf boards on the ready for rescuing hapless swimmers.

We did have our swim suits with us, but after a large lunch we decided to paddle instead.    We felt a little overdressed on the beach.

And more about beaches in the next blog.