Part 11 - Brisbane Day 2

Day 2 in Brisbane allowed us to check out the city in more detail. The city, although not too far from the coast, thrives around the Brisbane River as both sides are lined with parks, office buildings, universities and shops. It appears to be a very active city with running and biking paths going in all directions. We couldn't keep the kids out of the water on the manmade Southbank beach so we hung out here until meeting up with Cousin Nancy who has just recently settled into her new digs and nursing job in Brisbane.


Adam was fascinated with the old navy ship in drydock. All the action takes place near the river.


Beautiful trees in full bloom and Kookaburra's laughing at Nancy in Brisbane's Royal Botanical Gardens.


Story Bridge in the background.


Adam tests the hardness of the bamboo trees and gets caught in the act of picking his nose!

We drove Nancy out into her neck of the woods, enjoyed a delicious Thai meal, checked out her new aparment and met her roomie before saying goodbye. Nancy's going to love it in Brisbane. It's a wonderful city that's full of life without the touristy feeling you sometimes get in Sydney. Hope to see you soon Nancy!