As we're still at Brooklyn we decided to take advantage of being near the Central Coast Line and take a journey to Newcastle for the day. At the huge cost of $2.50 return each, we set out. Strong winds were forecast so it seemed like a good idea. We must have taken the 'milk run' on the way north as the train stopped at every station and we had to change at Wyong. It took just over two hours to get to Newcastle, but the journey was scenic and having views of countryside instead of water was a change. On arrival we walked along the foreshore where huge amounts of money have been spent on beautifying the area. It was a pleasant walk around to the marina and yacht club, but the wind gradually built until it was almost uncomfortable to continue to walk here. An enquiry at the Yacht Club informed us that it would cost $50 per night to stay. Of course all amenities were on hand. Our trip back to Hawkesbury River was much quicker and took only 1 1/2 hours with a change at Gosford. The landscape around Newcastle was very flat and I realised how lucky I am to have spent so much time in the rivers and bays around Broken Bay.
Lily is left at the public pontoon for the day (locked)
Another windy day was forecast for Sunday so we decided to do a few jobs. Took advantage of the cheap laundry facility at Brooklyn Marina (1 load = $7.50 per wash and dry)and purchased ice which they sell in a huge block as this lasts much better than the small ice block variety. After this was done we decided to move back to Patonga Beach as the wind was still in the northern sector. A walk along the beach in the evening finished off a pleasant day.
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