Wow sounds like you had fun. I have been thinking about you and wondering how your were enjoying your getaway. Glad to hear you are thinking about another trip down under. Let me know when you plan it and we will get together for a ride or a bird spotting expedition.
PS - when I get back to Aust I will send you some more Licorice (I love it too).
The most effective way to do it, is to do it.
Amelia Earhart
2005 Trek 5000 road/Avocet 02 40W
2006 Colnago C50 road/SSM Atola
2005 SC Juliana SL mtb/WTB Laser V