Wagga Wagga

During our journey north from Albury we were aware of a thin haze of smoke in the distance which was probably from bush fires further north. There was only a faint smell of smoke but it reminded us of how close disaster is to the people of Australia.

Once in Wagga Wagga, known locally as Wogga, we explored the city and were very pleasantly surprised to see how much open space and beautiful parkland there was. The wonderful glass and art galleries were well worth seeing. On the way to the glass gallery we came across this beautiful lake, completely covered with lilies at each end but with evidence of abundant wildlife everywhere.

Beautiful Lillies

Great Cormorant

Cheeky Turtle

At the eastern end of the lake is a spectacular gallery of beautiful works of art in glass. We were not able to photograph the exhibits but they were uplifting and a joy to see, a feast for the senses.

Further south are the botanical gardens which contain a small zoo and a miniature railway that runs on the first and third Sunday of each month.

In the gardens as well as the zoo, the birds were a delight to see and hear.

Still Unknown

Cockatiel

Sulphur Crested Cockatoo

Marsh Wallaby