Today we have enjoyed our first real sleep-in, and had a relaxed brunch followed by a swim at the local aquatic centre, where every lane of the dozen or so pools seemed to be closed for swimming lessons. We passed half an hour or so of leisurely exile in the babies’ pool, then made the most of the high diving platform when it opened. Following showers and a much-needed visit to the laundromat, we then set off to explore Rundle Mall to spread the word about our adventure and raise some funds for our charities. We also had some visitors today; Jenifer and Dean (relatives of Glen) dropped by, and Neil and Ard (Ryan and Brad’s parents) gave us some much-appreciated help with our jobs.

Our attempts to attend the Adelaide test were foiled, but we enjoyed the warm weather and sightseeing. Tomorrow we will return to Victoria; we ride to Nhill and stay the night there before riding home to Ballarat on Tuesday.

On our arrival there will be a civic reception with Mayor Judy Verlin at 3:00pm at the town hall in Sturt Street, and we would love to see you there. You are also invited to help us celebrate the end of our journey the following day; we will be completing the final leg of our trip, finishing at Parliament House on Spring Street, Melbourne, at 2:00pm, where we will be welcomed back by Minister for the Environment, Climate Change and Innovation, Gavin Jennings. The Victorian Government’s Black Balloons campaign has been a major supporter of our Rode Rage programs and we have been glad to spread their message of saving energy around the country.

View photos here.

GG