A Sunday walk along Tullebudgera Creek in perfect weather, warm and sunny. There were plenty of people enjoying the water, either paddling, swimming , canoeing or standing on surfboards and paddling along. A serene scene.
But the tide was coming in, and underneath this serenity danger awaits when the tide goes out, and then it takes the hapless swimmer and canoeist with it.
Surf Rescue ready to save the people being swept out to sea. The structure below is actually a small shelter for the surf lifesaver to sit in. Jackie and Walter contemplating the dangers of the river.
A careful watch. There was also a rescue boat all ready in the water. Most of the guards are not paid. A remarkable organisation.
The beach on the other side of the river. Also with an area supervised by surf lifesavers. The beaches along the Gold Coast can be quite treacherous with undertows and rips. Not my type of beach really. Too much surf. I prefer the calm and tranquil beaches of Adelaide.
We walked further along the river and passed the camping ground, where the lucky campers had a beautiful view of the river and the surrounding bush.
And then off to lunch at June's house. Pancakes. Yummy.
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