DreamTrip

          Day263
Coffee and a great morning chatting with our hosts in the garden enjoying the sun, we then got a tour around Noarlunga, along the Esplanade and onto Mclaren Wine Tasting Tintara. Tasting 6 different types of red wine (and favouring Reynella Shiraz), we then stopped at a working hostel to find a place to stay and hopefully find a job. Looking very clean and promising, we then got driven back to the house, and spent all afternoon sending out CVs and looking for jobs, and eating tuna with tomato paste, onions and sardines on bread (Hobż biż-żejt) After an unfortunate event, (a bird flew in the door and charged at the glass thinking it was an open door and broke it's neck), we spent the evening relaxed, ate some čevapčiči, sausages and chips on a bbq, and drinking West End beer and talking, then hit to the caravan to sleep.
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          Day266
Fixing the cooler cigarette lighter, and sorting out all our stuff out, at 11:00 we said our thanks and goodbyes, and departed to McLaren Vale. Checking in ($168 per person per week), we placed some important stuff into lockers and set our eyes on a bunk bed from the 5 in the room. Surprisingly finding Kohei at the hostel, the Japanese friend we met at Rockhampton YHA Hostel, and spent some good time chatting and catching up. 
Visiting Coles, just a few metres up from the hostel, we bought some food for the night and for tomorrow, and cooked some Penne with Three Cheese and Chicken. 
Getting late, 12degrees, we visited Coles Express for a $2 slushie, crisps and pepsi, then spent the night talking with Kohei and another Japanese guy Riyo in the common kitchen before at 11pm we headed to bed.
          Day267
Jelly still not good to eat for bfast, we chilled at the hostel, and was awaiting news to see if we have some work lined up for us or not. Saying farewell to Kohei, we departed at noon to Henley Beach, arriving an hour later (45km drive) due to traffic. Having another look at the car and test driving it, we drove to a mechanic for a final check, walked along the Esplanade, and after picking up some minor issues, we both agreed to discuss a price first, then text later. Arriving around 16:40, we started cooking chicken soup with vegetables and pumpkin, and heard the terrific yet sad news that the car had new owners. 
18:00 After eating, we started moving majority of the stuff out of the car just before it started raining, then spent the evening chilling in the common kitchen room, looking for more work and eating the strawberry jelly.
          Day268
Waking up and having bfast Weet-bix, we continued tidying up the car, folded the mattress and set the back seats upright. Looking like its going to rain, we finished by 10:00, quickly visited Coles to buy food for tonight, and after making some arrangements with Perry at reception for potential work, we set off. Stopping by SCA to buy new battery terminals and fuelling up the last $20, we met the Swiss couple at the Wright Hostel, arranged a few things, picked them up and then drove back to our hostel. Papers signed, cash provided and all set. After showing them how everything works, at 15:46 we waved goodbye to our home for the past 5months. A very saddening and lost feeling, we walked back to the hostel, cooked some delicious soup once more and had a confirmed job for a couple of days to follow. 
17:35 After organising our stuff, we walked back to Coles to buy some food for tomorrow, prepared lunch, then at 21:00 watched Unfinished Business on the laptop before we headed to bed for a good nights rest hopefully amongst one very noisy and unconsiderate roommate.
          Day269
06:45 Alarm set off. Waking up early, we made some bfast (bread with eggs and bbq sauce), then at 08:20 got into the Toyota van hired from the hostel ($5 per person per day), and set on a 40km drive to Finniss. Fog and drizzle and feeding the car some fuel, we arrived exactly to our first day of the first job at 09:30. Meeting Nigel, the lovely land owner of the 38acres of vineyard (Cabarnet and Shiraz), he quickly tutored us on how to use the pruner (weed snipping tool) and before we knew we quickly got the hang of it. Having a smoko (5min break) around 11.30, we snipped off the low unwanted vines till row 56, then had bread for lunch at 14:00. 
Drizzling again, and after having a chat with the friendly owner, at 17:30 we had finished till row 100. Having each muscle aching, we drove 58kms to Reynella for some Hahn Super Dry, then after a quick stop to Coles at Mclaren Vale, we started cooking Penne in Three Cheese Sauce with Luncheon Meat, a few beers and knocked out early for another busy day!
          Day270
Earlier morning (06:30), we made egg toast bfast, then departed at 08:00. Fuelling up $10, we arrived at the farm at 08:45 and started what seemed the never ending long 100 vines. Having a smoko (15minute break to eat an orange) at noon and arrived just on the 20th vine, the sun came out and continued in the 17degrees. 
Receiving a call for a cattle station we applied for yesterday, we accepted the terms with the recruitment agency and advised to put our names forward. Lunch at 3, and 46th vine still, we had bread on the 30min break, and tried to speed up after that. 
17:30 Tired legs and bruised palms from all the clasping, and still a long way to go, we decided to finish on the 72nd vine, and 50minutes later we departed. Stopping by Coles, we cooked Fusilli with Chicken and Red Sauce around 20:00, drinking beer, prepared tomorrow's lunch and knocked ourselves to sleep by 21:40.
          Day271
Bfast at 07:15, and out to continue thinning the vines! Started at 08:45, we were walking faster today, but still so much more to go. Finishung the last one from the 300m each of the 107 at 13:00, we had our lunch break, and continued the remaining 40 and last 20. Singing praise at 17:20, we got our pay, got 4 bottles of Finniss Hill 2003 Shiraz bottles, very good remarks from Nigel the boss, and started making our way. That's 26,000 vines in 3 days! Forgetting the clippers and driving back to post them for him, we arrived at 18:15 at Coles and found it closed! They close at 5pm on weekends here. 
Cooking Spaghetti with Luncheon Meat and Bolognese Sauce, we spent the remaining time drinking beer and chilling on the communal sofa, trying to kill a big roach which landed on the pillow, and finally get some rest at 23:30.
          Day272
Waking up to the blissful thought of not working, we spent the morning relaxed, went out to shop at Coles and visit the surrounding ones, watch Kung Fury and later Tenacious D in the communal living room on a huge TV screen. Being asked to go to the beach with a few people, we headed to Wilunga Beach with Will and his gfriend, Stuart and George, all British. 
A nice lovely and hot 32degrees, we spent a while chatting and drinking beer on the beautiful bay, and three hours later at 17:00 drove back to the hostel. 
Butter chicken and rice, delicious. The remaining time was spent relaxing on the sofa, buying from the close Coles Express ($1.50 Slush) and getting ready for work tomorrow.
          Day273
Waking up at 07:45, made egg toast, and drove the van to The Range for a new day job. Meeting Brad, he explained what we had to do, which had nothing to do with checking the irrigation. It was vine thinning! Telling us there was only 4,000 vines to trim, we started off using no tools to pull out the vines. 
Having a smoko after the eighth vine row, and at 12:30 lunch, before we knew it by 16:30 we had done the full job (after providing us with cutters and gatorade at lunch). Paying us for the day's work, we drove off to Coles at Mclaren Vale, bought some food and cooked Butter Chicken with Rice. Making new friends with a British couple Beth and Charlie staying in the same dorm with us, we later sat down and watched a movie called Rec, then headed off to sleep. Woken up by Hannah at 22:30, we had received a message from Tony, the guy we were meant to start cherry picking with tomorrow, and had just cancelled as he was not sure of certain things how they worked. We can sleep in!
         Day274
Preparing and sorting some stuff out, we drove to NAB to deposit the car money into the account, and after unsuccessfully trying to obtain a Visa, we visited Werner and Kat for a surprise. Being told Kat was at work, we stayed for a chat, drove to Reynella Coles and Liquorland for food and beer. Watching Troy at the hostel, we cooked Chicken Liver with Linguine.
Around 18:00 and not so much to do, we drove with Perry to the Centre to collect the hostel van which stopped working. Arriving and finding nothing majorly wrong with it, we tried to drive it back to the hostel, like the car was going to break down soon. Stopping at the WestEnd Pub right next to the hostel for a couple of beers as an appreciation for helping returning the van back, we then chilled at the hostel and a late night sleep.
          Day275
First day of work. And Leon's 28th bday. Making egg toast at 05:30, we departed, along with our new colleagues and roomates Beth and Charlie with the hostel van at 06:20 and drove to Mount Compass. Meeting Tony and his wife Anna, along with their helper and friend Klaus, we were advised what to do and all together started cherry picking. Having a coffee break at 10:30, before we knew it we had an hour lunch break at 12:30, and continued picking till 16:00. Liking the work conditions, people and work, we agreed to try out for a few days, and hopefully stay till mid January till when Cherry Season ends. 
Driving to Coles, we cooked Spaghetti in Liver, then chilled on the sofa watching TV till it was time for bed. Happy birthday!
          Day276
Eating some cereal, we departed at 06:20, and arrived just before 07:00 for some coffee. Very humid, we picked cherries all day, having a laugh and joking around, playing around with Cooper and Cosmo, and before we knew it, it was time to leave. 
Same stopping at Coles, we made Chicken in Alfredo Sauce with mushrooms and couscous, and quickly fell to sleep after a long tiring day.
          Day277
A very cold 8degrees morning, we ate cereal, then headed out to work. Having morning tea at 10:30, with slices of banana bread, we spent the day sorting in the shed, away from the hot 28degrees outside, listening to music and grading the cherries. Time flew by, and at 15:00 all picked cherries were sorted, and spent the remaining hour (and an extra half hour) trimming tomato trees, and aiding them stay straight up. Being covered in dirt, soil, stains of cherries and a strong smell of tomatoes, it was a new challenge and even though we were exhausted, enjoyed the change of role. After Coles, we made Chicken Pasta with Alfredo Sauce, ate some of the fresh delicious cherries and watched Apocalypto with Beth and Charlie, before we all were knocked out in bed.
          Day278
Still waking up for an early morning, we had cereal for bfast, washed the clothes, cleared out some stuff, and watched some TV. Around noon, we made some quick noodles and ready rice as a snack, and chilled till 15:00. Meeting Hilda, family from Leon's side which we never met, generously drove us to her house in Pages Flat, and met up with her husband Jerry and her daughter Cristalle, snacked, drank beer and chatted. After meeting the cows and chickens, we had a good time warm indoors, ate Lasagna for dinner, and around 22:40 driven us back to the hostel.
          Day279

Such a lazy day. Waking up at 09:00, we chilled indoors, spent the afternoon watching TV, visited Coles to prepare lunch for tomorrow, and around 16:00 made a full English Breakfast with bacon, garlic mushrooms, caramelized onions, baked beans, sausages, eggs, tomatoes and garlic bread. Luxury of having a fridge!
          Day280
Egg toast for bfast at 05:45, all four of us departed to Mount Compass. Spending the day picking, chattering and having a laugh, the time flew, then drove to Mclaren Vale to drop off Beth and Charlie. Driving another 45km to West Lakes, we met up with a guy called Paul we messaged over Gumtree for Saturday's ACDC tickets. 18:10 Buying both tickets for $200, we drove to Reynella, bought food from Coles, Pure Blond beer from Liquorland and drove back to the hostel. Eating leftover Lasagna, we sat watching TV, spent some good time playing with Khan and speaking with Perry, then hit to bed.
          Day281
12degrees at 06:30, we spent a very successful day picking cherries, now getting the hang of it more and moving at a fast pace. Taking home a bagful of Supreme cherries this time, we left at 16:00, stopping by the usual stop at Coles, and made Fettucine in Egg. In need of a good rest, Kirsten and Beth spent 30mins in the Sauna chilling, then spent the remaining evening drinking beer and watching TV, once again a late night sleep.
          Day282
All day packing due to the 39degrees weather outside, the day dragged but finally it was 16:00 and time to go. Learning there was a fire 10kms away which broke out since yesterday afternoon, we drove safely back to the hostel, stopping by Coles. Cooking Farfalle with Bacon and Eggs, we sat down and watched some TV, drinking beer and relaxing.
          Day283
A freezing cold morning after yesterdays heat. We spent the morning packing and at 11:30 till 16:00 we picked, the usual 1hour break at 12:30. Fire still out of control, we drove back to the hostel safely, bought food and cooked chicken breast with breadcrumbs, eggs and coucous salad, later started watching Harry Potter movies, started with Philosopher's Stone.
          Day284
Day off. Egg toast for bfast, Perry at reception asked if we would like to work some few hours and get it cut out of our rent. From 10:00 - 12:00, Kirsten vacuumed the rooms and washed the bathroom, whilst Leon cleaned, washed and checked the hostel vans if they are both working well. Quickly making a Cherry Cheesecake with the free freshly picked cherries, at 14:00 we quickly visited Commonwealth to open different bank accounts to obtain Visa Cards, then stopped by Coles. Making a Korean meal worth 50c, we cooked rice with Minced Meat and vegetables in Bimbim Sauce. After Kirsten and Beth relaxed in the Sauna for 30mins, we sat down in the common area to watch the second film of Harry Potter.
          Day285
80days left! Washing the clothes and making cold Farfalle salad with tuna and beans, at 14:03 we set off to Adelaide CBD. Driving 45km, we arrived next to the Adelaide Oval, but as we could not find any free parking, we parked the car next to Bonython Park in Kintore Street, and started walking 1.8km to the Oval. Seeing so many people wearing ACDC merchandise, we bought our very own for $50 each, took a walk around till we waited to get in. 
17:32 Doors open and everyone started finding their positions. Being seated in Row 535 Row K Seats 8 and 9, we first watched Kingswood at 18:00, played for 30minutes, then 19:00 watched The Hives. Seated next to an old couple from Mount Gambier and having a good laugh, we bought hot chips for $5.20, and it was time. 
20:01, the band came on stage, and what a show till 22:05! Seeing old people wearing office shirts enjoying the music, and children and non-metalheads everywhere, it was very astonishing for us. Loud music, and seeing thousands of people standing below us, we enjoyed every minute. Finishing off with fireworks, we walked out of the outdoor venue (football ground), and walked back to the car. Arriving 50mins later, we ate some more pasta salad to refuel before we hit to bed and barely believing the fact we watched the famous Akadaka in their homeland!
          Day286
Waking up later around 09:00, we made some cereal and vegemite on toast, chilled at the hostel and decided all four of us to enjoy a day out. Around 12:30, we drove to Encounter Bay, drove past the Bluff Point Lookout overlooking Wright Island and the Reef, and up to Victor Harbour. Stopping at a Grocery so Charlie and Beth could buy some fish bait, we stopped at Subway for them to eat something, and we later stopped at Maccas for a $2 waffle cone. Walking around The Esplanade and seeing many schoolies (Children who have just finished high school and spend a weekend camping), we then drove to Port Elliot and stayed on the Jetty at Horseshoe Bay. Having Charlie's rod snap with the first throw, we spent a good time relaxing in the sun, and after an hour walked to the Bay to enjoy the peace. Doing a Geocache, and also seeing a blue-tongued lizard and a Brown Snake, we then drove to Goolwa. Driving onto the Bridge to Hindmarsh Island, we stopped at the bottom of the bridge and sat down and fished. Having the hook get stuck on a rock by the first throw again, we had to cut the line, however Charlie managed to get free hooks. Tying a piece of rock as a weight, after some few minutes Charlie managed to catch a big Carp, then threw it back in the Sea. 
18:10, we started driving back to the hostel, dropping off two schoolies at Port Elliot, and fuelled up for the week. 
Making Fusilli in Tomato Sauce and Lumcheon Meat, we watched Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire along with a few people, then headed to sleep by 22:40, feeling happy and remembering about the time we used to live days like this.
          Day287
The usual bfast, we spent a whole day picking cherries today, meeting the farmer's father - an Italian with still a strong Italian accent after all those years. Quite a hot lovely day, we cooked Farfalle in Carbonara, then just chilled around the hostel.
          Day288
Picking and sorting in the afternoon, it was a 30degrees lovely warm weather. Being given free eggs and apricots today, we cooked Spirals in Pesto and Chicken, chilling at the hostel, hand washed some clothes, and played with Khan.
          Day289
Already mid-week! A freezing temperature of 12degrees, we spent the day sorting, then once back at the hostel, we made Fusilli and Chicken in Egg , and Perry asked Kirsten to hoover, wash and make the beds of Room 9. Not having anything to do and to earn extra cash, after an hour and half the place was done, and later sat down to watch Netflix, resting our feet and an early sleep in.
          Day290
6degrees! Morning packing, and afternoon picking, the weather opened up, and drove back to Mclaren Vale at 16:00. Stopping by Coles, we cooked Spaghetti with Bacon, Tuna and eggs, and around 19:00 we walked to the newly opened foodstore - Foodland. Chilling outside Commonwealth Bank for some wifi, we headed back to the hostel, washed some clothes, then after some TV hit to bed.
          Day291
Delicious egg toast for bfast, we only worked from 07:00 til 11:00 as we picked many cherries, and there was nowhere to store till his wife sells them. Helping Beth and Charlie look for a car, we drove to North Adelaide, Klemzig, to take a look at a Ford Falcon. Walking and driving around to find other deals, we stopped at one and saw Subaru Outback and a Ford Futura. Before we knew it, it was already 16:30, so we decided to drive back to the hostel and call it a day, before Beth realised she left her bag in one of the cars whilst we test driven it. Spending 25mins to drive 13kms, we were stuck in traffic, picked up the bag, and spent more than an hour to drive back. Arriving at 17:45, quickly showering, we drove off to Pages Flat to visit Leon's family, Hilda, Jerry, and Cristalle. Eating delicious burger, chips and ice-cream, we spent a good time chatting, meeting Daniel their son, and drinking some beer, before we departed at 23:10, and slammed into bed.
          Day292
Saturday. Deciding to pick a day job to earn extra cash, we ate egg toast for bfast, and at 08:00 departed the hostel to Port Willunga. Meeting Frank, Greek/Italian, Kirsten helped clean the desk and fill 97 olive oil bottles, whilst Leon dug a new hole to move a shrub. 
Around 12:30, both of us then helped sorting the olives, seperated by weight, and cleaned the barrels with citric acid. Finishing at 14:00, we were given fresh garlic, home made passata, olive oil, 1kg of sheep liver, and olives. Showing us his interest in sculpturing and renovating old cars, we also saw a huge Nike Statue, the second after the original situated in the Louvre. 
Back at the hostel, we rested, then after visiting Coles, we took out the 2003 Finniss Hill Wine, previously provided by Nigel, and made up the table around 21:00 with cheese, salami, bread with olive oil, olives, nuts, carrots and Tzaktzi Dip, and spent the evening relax.
          Day293
A morning relax. Making a full English bfast, we washed the clothes, and watched Harry Potter in the common area. Hiring the van for the afternoon, we went for a drive, and beach hopping. Buying a slushie from Maccas, we drove and stopped at Aldinga Beach (and seeing cars driving on the sand), Port Willunga and Maslin Beach South. Walking along Maslin Beach North, we spent an hour enjoying the 26degrees on the sand, then around 17:15, we drove back to the hostel. Hungry, we cooked Garlic Liver with Spagetti, and spent the remaining hours chilling on the sofa and watching TV.
          Day294
A day of picking cherries in very cold weather, after work tried depositing money (bank open till 16:00), we therefore had to deposit the money through the ATM machine and takes 24hours to get it, therefore our plan for purchasing something online had to wait till tomorrow. We later cooked Fettucine in Liver, and sat down watching TV, eating cherries and apricots.
          Day295
Cold again this morning, with heavy winds and rain, but spent the day packing inside the shed. Finishing 15mins before as we packed all what we picked, we drove back to the hostel and cooked Chicken in Creamy Sauce and mushrooms, Corn on a Cob, egg and chips. Applying for a New Zealand Working Holiday Visa, we filled out the necessary within a few minutes, then chilled on the sofa watching TV, as all we have to do now is wait to know if we will be accepted or not.
          Day296
Funny weather here. Yesterday being 15degrees, today is 30. Spending a day picking and listening to the radio, we finished at 16:00, Leon drove with Beth and Charlie to Morphett Vale to view a car for them and buy from Coles, whilst Kirsten prepared tomorrow's lunch, prepared dinner, hand washed the clothes, and was asked by Perry to vacuum and wash the bathrooms. 2 hours later, we ate Fusilli with Chicken and Bacon in Pesto, later sat down to watch Hangover II.
          Day297
Day off. Kirsten spending two hours vacuuming and cleaning the whole hostel, Leon, Beth and Charlie spent the morning fixing things in the car, and replacing a radiator hose. 
Around 12:00, we were driven in the new Ford Falcon Ride to Maslin Beach, stopping by Subway first, buying a footlong Club and energy drinks. Spending a good afternoon swimming, walking on the rocks, fishing, sunbathing and exploring the beach in the 32degrees, at 17:00 we drove back to the hostel, went buying from Foodland and Coles, cooked the ready made Szechuan Dan Dan Noodles with Burgers and nuts, and hand washed some clothes, before hitting to bed early for work with Frank tomorrow.
          Day298
A quick bfast this morning, we headed off to Port Willunga, met Frank at 08:30, and asked us to help his friend Emma out with the garden. Spending from 09:00-12:00, we cleaned the floor from pine nuts, logs and excessive weeds, cleaned the Chooks, straightened the driveway, and tidied up the garden. Being paid, and also being given some eggs, we drove to Frank's, ate some leftover noodles for lunch, and at 12:30 started. Kirsten only working for one hour to clean the olive oil bottles, put the labels and seal all 96 in boxes, Leon spent an extra two hours with helping cleaning the shed, and tidy some other stuff. 
15:45 After being given a huge jar of marinated garlic in oil, and olives in vinegar, we stopped by Coles, and cooked Chicken in Mongolian Sauce and nuts, then sat down to watch Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince.
          Day299
Sunday. Spending the morning relaxed watching some TV, at noon we went to the beach with Perry (receptionist) and his dog Khan to Port Aldinga. Driving along the beach and finding a good spot, we spent 3hours relaxing, swimming, sunbathing along Khan, and paddle-boarding. A scorching 36degrees, we got driven back in Perry's Freelander, and ran some chores. Making a beautiful Fusilli and Creamy Tomato Sauce with Chicken and Olives, we sat down and watched Tangled and Four Christmasses, and before we knew it, it was already 21:30, and hit to bed for work tomorrow.
          Day300
65days left before we get kicked out of 'Straya. Everyone is asking us what our plans are, but we haven't got any. So far, we will finish our Cherry Picking job, and depending when (might be after New Year's), we can either find day jobs, or just fly out of Australia. All we know, the time flew by and we cannot believe it has been so long already since we left home.

Waking up to bfast at the usual 05:30, we spent a day picking and packing to avoid the heat of the sun, and at 16:00 we finished work. Taking home some flowers, the yummy Sweet Georgia Cherries and apricots, we stopped by Foodland, then at the hostel cooked Beef Sausage in Creamy Tomato. Taking it relaxed at the hostel, we took a break from the TV, and just sat down talking, and headed off to bed by 21:00.

          Day301
Bfast - picking and packing at work - cooked Black Bean Sauce with Sausages - went for a walk to Coles Express for some drinks - sat down watching some TV.
Quite looking forward to start travelling again and not working!

          Day302
Waking up and getting ready to go to work, at 06:10 we received a call from Tony advising us it was pouring over at Mount Compass and will let us know if he needs us for the afternoon. Making a relaxed egg toast for breakfast, and chilling on the sofa, we started watching Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 1/2, at 09:15 till 11:15 Kirsten cleaned the hostel kitchen and vacuumed all around, in return for a reduced weekly rate. Receiving a call from Tony saying we would not be working as it is still raining at Mount Compass, we went to Reject Shop and Browse In, we shopped around for a $45 reduced Xmas tree with fiber optic lights and decorations for the hostel. Putting up the tree, around 14:30 we cooked Singapore Noodles with Black Bean Sauce and Çevapçiçi.
Spending the remaining day watching Shutter Island, Fight Club, and 8 mile, we got to bed around 22:30 and called it a day.
          Day303
10months in Oz. 2months left!
Spending the day picking today, we finished at the usual 16:00, stopped by Foodland after work, and cooked Çevapçiçi with Fusilli and Home-made Passata. Walking to Coles Express in the evening to buy some Mother Energy Drink, we relaxed watching TV with the new Xmas tree lit up.
          Day304
Beautiful weather, we spent the morning picking cherries, and the afternoon packing. Staying an extra 45mins to finish off the pallet we had, we got driven back to the hostel, went out to Foodland to buy some food, and cooked Marinated Beef with Sausages, couscous, salad, and egg, downing it with some Hahn Super Dry, and spending the night watching some TV.
          Day305
Meeting Frank at 08:30 to work for him at Port Willunga, we spent a good 8 hours picking the branches and pieces of wood from the olive patch. Placing them on the Mitsi Ute and trailer, we drove around the house and unloaded them all there. After doing around 7 trips, and having a lunch break at 13:00, we finished at 17:00, and quickly made a run to the hostel. Being greeted by Hilda and Cristalle at their house in Pages Flat, we enjoyed a good talk and laugh, and ate Veal Cordon Bleu with Greek Salad and potato cheese salad. Finishing off with Bulla Vanilla Ice-Cream and squashed fresh Van Cherries, we left at around 22:15, and stayed at the hostel kitchen talking with the Finnish guy Ansii till late.
          Day306
Running some errands in the morning, cleaning the beddings, washing clothes, and buying food, we chilled at the hostel watching some TV, cooked some Sausages and Kidneys in Tomato Sauce with Penne and Fusilli, then enjoyed sitting outside the hostel, drinking Hahn Super Dry in the 32degrees heat, talking with a few friends whilst they were bbq-ing, along with some good music till late night.
          Day307
Spending the day picking, we spent an extra 30mins, then drove off back to the hostel. Stopping by Foodland, we cooked Penne with Minced Meat and Bolognese Sauce, and sat down watching some TV before we hit to bed.
          Day308
Picking all day and finishing at 16:00, we arrived at the hostel, and Kirsten spent an hour cleaning the women's toilet then going shopping to Foodland and preparing lunch and dinner. Leon spent around two hours cleaning the fridge radiators, tidying up the vans and checking their oil, and around 19:00 made Butter Chicken with Rice, then relaxed on the bed after a long day.
          Day309
38degrees. Full day packing in the cool shed, we finished at 16:00, and both of us and Beth drove to Christies Beach for Beth to transfer the car registry. Driving into a van whilst parking the car opposite the Service SA (atleast no huge damage was done to both cars), the system was down and had to return another day. Stopping by Coles there, we then arrived at the hostel and cooked Spaghetti Bolognese. Sitting back and relax, we went out for a walk, stopped by the McLaren Hotel for x6 West End, then sat in the Kitchen and spending a good night talking with a few people.
          Day310
42degrees. Scorching hot, we spent a day full on packing, and after finishing at 16:00, we stopped by Foodland, made Butter Chicken Rice and after finding the second Redback Spider in the hostel and a Brown Snake outdoors, we continued watching some TV and went to bed, hoping nothing deadly is in our bed.
          Day311
42degrees. Does not feel like Xmas today week. Spending the morning packing cherries, and the last hour and half picking, we finished at 12:30, and stopped by the hostel. Kirsten spending an hour cleaning the kitchen, later we watched the final film to Harry Potter. Having the meeting with Serafino cancelled again today (both applied for a part-time weekend work waitressing and housekeeping), we went around to Reject Shop and Coles to buy dinner, watched some TV and snacking on nuts, later we cooked Penne with Ricotta and Bacon around 16:00, and spent the remaining time relaxing watching more TV.
          Day312
Full on thunderstorm and rain 38 degrees, and very humid. Eating yesterday's work lunch as morning toast, we got some stuff sorted out, hand washed the clothes, and before we knew it, it was already 13:00. Going out and buying food, we watched some TV first, then cooked a bbq mix on the griller - chicken wings, sausages, and chicken kebabs with some mash and coucous salad. Playing with Brooke's dog, Bungee, we spent the remaining few hours of the day relaxed watching TV, and organising our stuff.
          Day313
Spending the morning updating the laptop and watching movies throughout the afternoon, we went shopping, rain pouring. Cookimg a $5 bbq mix on the griller - 10chicken wings, 4sausages, and 4 chicken kebabs, adding some potato mash and coucous salad, we then spent the remaining evening relaxing outdoors talking and listening to music.
          Day314
Monday. Almost Christmas. Quite a chilly 24degrees morning, we spent the day picking cherries, then after arriving at 16:30 at the hostel, we made a Vietnamese Ready made Sauce Kit with rice and beef, then rang a woman Marian who needed some help with layering some outdoor tiles. Advising us of the situation, we decided to drive to her house (3minutes away), and take a look at the garden. After advising her what needs to be bought, we fixed a time for tomorrow, drove back to the hostel with 4eggs and chillies, and sat down watching Beetlejuice before heading to bed.
          Day315
After a full day packing, and working an extra 30mins, we quickly arrived at the hostel, ate something light, and quickly drove to Marian and Simon's house. Spending from 17:20 - 20:00, we still did not finish all 43 tiles on the sand, due to the irregular previous tiles which we were trying to align with. Being given some x2 Crown Beer, we drove to Coles, then at the hostel made some Pasta Salad with Tuna for dinner and tomorrow's lunch break, then went to bed after relaxing on the couch drinking beer.
          Day316
A full day of picking once again today, we quickly drove back to the hostel, and drove the hostel van #5 to Marian and Simon's house to continue the pavers. Starting at 17:00, we placed all pavers, then filled the gaps with sand, made cement for the side tiles and washed the floor. Hearing the fire engine going around town shouting Merry Xmas and handing out candies, we finished by 19:00, then spent a good 40minutes talking with both British people, and shared another Crown beer with us. 
Quickly going to Coles, we made Rice Salad as a quick dinner and lunch break for tomorrow, and smashed ourselves against the beds, knackered and looking forward for our last day of cherry picking!
          Day317
Christmas Eve, and the last day of Cherry Picking. Spending the day at the shed sorting, time flew by quickly, and unfortunately had to say our goodbyes to Claus, Tony and Anna and their middle son Salvatore, and obviously Cooper and Cosmo. Finishing at 15:15, and giving us garlic and letting us pick nectarines and cherries, we drove back to the hostel. Buying food from Foodland and Coles, we prepared a rice salad for tomorrow's bbq, and prepared some good plates of cheese, olives, bread with olive oil, avocado and hommus dips, packets, and a good stock of Oettinger Beer Pints. Spending the night with everyone at the hostel, eating and drinking and having a good laugh whilst listening to music, at 20:30 we quickly headed to Coles before the shut and hopefully find good deals. 
Buying 480g of Silverside for $1.72 (from $8.64), and 60g Gypsy Blackforest Ham for 20c (from $1.05), we continued the rest of the night with good company and before we knew it, it was 02:30 and was tired for bed.
          Day318
Merry Xmas! 
Waking up and making breakfast, we ate along everybody else at the hostel, scoffing down on an omelette, caramelised onions, bread and sausages, listening to Christmas Songs. Sitting down outdoors enjoying the sun, we then watched Nightmare Before Christmas, then prepared to go to the beach. 
14:00 - Driving to Maslin Beach, a good swim, drinking beer and lying in the sun, at 15:45 we walked up to the playground overlooking the beautiful sea and cooked Marinated Lamb Chops, with sausages and rice salad.
Back at the hostel around 18:00, we sat playing cards with a few people, drinking more beer and wine, then feeling knackered put on a movie, but fell asleep immediately after a long tiring day.
          Day319
Waking up after a good night's sleep around 09:00, we spent the morning sorting some stuff, looking at flights, and gave a ring to Linda, from Fleurieu Cherries for some work. Finding all shops closed on Boxing Day, we relaxed watching some TV, and sat at the hostel drinking beer and having a good chat and laugh, playing more card games, making Penne with Tomato Sauce and Silverside, then after a good night of good company and playing, hit to bed early.
          Day320
After a morning busy stocking on food and washing clothes, we arranged with Linda to meet up and talk, and set off around 11:00. Arriving at Pages Flat Road, Pages Flat, we met up with both her and her husband Trevor, and set up a time for our first day of work tomorrow picking cherries once again. 
Driving all the way to Noarlunga, Colonnades Shopping Centre, we looked around a great few shops with a good Boxing Day Sales on. Walking in JB Hi-Fi, Ray's Outdoors, Target..., we stopped by Anaconda, then returned to the hostel with a new pair of hiking shoes, towel, and a new daypack. Making a delicious plate of Spaghetti with Lamb Liver around 16:30, we sat down to relax, then everyone sat and watched The Conjuring.
          Day321
Waking up late at 06:30 to go to the first day of Cherry Picking at Fleurieu Cherries, we quickly got ready and departed at 06:40. Arriving just five minutes to, we put on our harness and after Linda showing us where to pick, time quickly passed by. Having a smoko at 10:30 of 10mins, we then had lunch at 12:30 of 30mins, then started sorting/packing till 15:30. A huge difference from the other cherry farm in the cherries and method of picking, we drove back home, stopped at Coles, then cooked Fussilli with Diced Beef in Bolognese Sauce. Looking at some flights to New Zealand, we then sat down watching a movie and nibbling on popcorn before we went to bed late.
          Day322
Another day of picking and sorting cherries at Fleurieu Cherries in Pages Flat, we drove back to the hostel by 14:30, then went to the beach with Ansii, Jack, Tom, Tash, and Laura at Port Willunga. A beautiful hot 32degrees, sunbathing and playing ball in the sea, at 17:15 we left back to the hostel, cooked Spaghetti with Lamb Liver again (700g was just 99c), then chilled on the sofa watching some TV.
New Zealand flights booked for 07-Feb!
          Day323
6am reported to work! Whole day picking, we then assisted in checking the irrigation and fix the stuffed ones. Finishing at 2pm, we then drove to Coles and Foodland, and set out to Maslin Beach for a bbq. Snacking on carrots and hummus dip, we ate a delicious plate of marinated turkey, sausages, potato salad and zucchini, downing with some Oettinger beer around 17:30, then went to Maccas at Aldinga and bought some waffle cones and slushies. Bringing back memories. 
Around 20:10, we arrived at the hostel, drank a couple of beers after a long day, then hit to bed.
          Day324
New Years Eve. 
Working from 07:00 till 13:45 picking cherries, we drove back to the hostel (38degrees), went shopping, then by 17:00 had already eaten Rice Salad, and then sat down to continue watching the series Zoo. Still not sure what to do, and looking around online to see what to do, options were either going to the Centre along with thousands of other people to watch the fireworks and allegedly wait for hours to buy drinks at a bar, or else head to Serafino's and watch the fireworks from outside, otherwise check in the vicinity of a relaxed NY.
Getting the van and driving around the beaches, we decided to head to Port Willunga. Two British girls (Terry and Vicky) joining in with us, we grabbed some beer, crisps, and at 22:30 headed off to the beach. Setting down the towels and drinking relaxed amongst many others doing the same thing, before we knew it, everyone was shouting a Countdown and 
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2016! Fireworks. 
Enjoying the nice sea breeze, and a night full of stars, we headed back to the hostel at around 01:00, then headed to bed for a good sleep-in.
          Day325
First day of 2016. Making an omelette, sausages and potato and couscous salad for bfast, we chilled indoors, then prepared rice salad for dinner, and went to work (picking cherries) at 15:00. Working till 19:15 (with a 10minute paid break), we went back to the hostel, cooked some Pasta with Diced Lamb instead of the rice, then sat down watching some TV.
          Day326
A busy day indeed. A full day busy picking cherries from 07:00 - 14:30, we headed back to the hostel, enjoyed some good time in the hostel's Sauna and Jacuzzi, then drove off to Pages Flat (4blocks down from work - Fleurieu Cherries) to meet Hilda and the family. Having a good time as always and being welcomed at her home, we were given a beautiful and anticipated plate of Maltese Ravioli, some Pastizzi, and Baked Pasta, following by some ice-cream. Unfortunately working everyday since we started the new job, we left around 22:00, and knocked ourselves to bed early to prepare a big day ahead tomorrow!
          Day327
A day picking Stella, Simone and Lapin cherries, we finished at 13:45, then cooked Maltese Ravjul with Tomato Paste and Sausages, chilled in the Lounge Room, then after a nice long walk with Perry and Khan along the vineyards at 19:30, we arrived back at the hostel an hour later, then sat down drinking some beer.
          Day328
A huge day ahead! Picking along with another 12people from the hostel, we made another huge pick, then in the afternoon we stripped the other cherry orchard for cherry wine. Finishing at 14:00, we departed to the hostel, stopped by Coles (huge discount on Xmas sweets from 25c!!), then cooked Satay Chicken with Rice around 17:00, and went for a relaxed walk around town, listening to the noisy cockatoos flying around.
          Day329
Another big day of picking cherries and stripping the other cherry orchard for liquor, we finished by 13:00, then after a relaxed afternoon, we cooked Spirals with Creamy Tomato and Chicken, and walked around town, feeling tired after working every day since the 27th December.
          Day330
After a day of picking from 07:00 - 15:15, we drove quickly back to the hostel, ate some leftover timpana, then at 17:00 both of us departed with the two vans that needed to be returned to Barossa Backpackers. Driving 114km, and arriving at 18:45 at the hostel, we had a 15minute rest, then got the two new vans and drove back to the hostel. Driving past beautiful scenery in Barossa Valley, we stopped at Noarlunga for dinner around 21:00, ate KFC Family Feast for $20, then after arriving at the hostel by 22:00, prepared lunch and slammed into bed.
          Day331
1month to fly out!
A long day working - picking and sorting from 07:00 till 16:30, we got to taste the fresh cherry ice-cream (amazingly good!), then we went back to the hostel, and cooked Pork Chops and Çevapçiçi with Potato Salad. Already late, we spent the remaining time relaxed on the sofa, and drinking Sparkling White Wine which we were given, made out of the vineyard at Fleurieu Cherries where we work.
          Day332
07:30 - 15:15 Spent the day picking and sorting cherries. Got to taste cherry vinegar. Yummm!
Shopping for food, we cooked Fusilli with Çevapçiçi in Black Bean Sauce, later enjoyed a nice stroll outdoors seeing the sun setting, and sat down watching 'Making a Murderer'.
          Day333
A relaxed morning, bfast and departed at 09:35, we reported to work at Fleurieu Cherries to a Charitable Event for the local volunteer FireFighters. Spending the day guiding clients on how to pick their own cherries and explaining the different types, sorting and helping around, we left at 15:00, after a fun and excitingly different day at work. 
Cooking Fusilli with eggs and Bacon at the hostel, Kirsten spent two hours cleaning around the hostel, then later joined Leon in watching 'Making a Murderer' till it was time to hit to bed.
          Day334
A day picking cherries, from 07:00 till 14:15, we then drove back to the hostel, shopped at Coles, then cooked soup with chicken noodles, vegetables, chicken drumsticks and dinosaur pasta!
Hostel started to get very crowded, by the evening, almost all the hostel was full, 110 people, and decided to go for a stroll around town to get away from the noise for the evening.
          Day335
Starting at 06:30 on this Monday morning, we picked till 14:30, paid another week's rent, then after buying some food, we cooked Farfalle with Bacon in Carbonara, then sat down drinking some beer on the outdoor porch till it was time to hit to bed.
          Day336
Picking from 07:00 till noon, and coming across a cute tree frog in the cherry trees, we hit Maslin Beach at 15:40 after visiting the supermarket, and spent two hours swimming and enjoying the sun, digging holes and having fun. 
Cooking sausages, chicken wings, and chicken kebabs on the bbq, along with couscous and a couple of beers, we decided to go to Seaford Maccas just like old times, and indulge on some soft serves and slushies.
          Day337
After 16 consecutive days working, we finally have a day off!
Now what to do? Sleeping in till 07:30 (!!), we spent the morning sorting out some stuff, organise and going to the Post Office to enquire about shipping some items, washed the clothes, and cleared out old documents to prepare our flight out of Oz in less than a month. 
Driving to Seaford Shopping Centre with Vicky and Terry to take a look at some shops, we walked around for two hours, bought food for a bbq, and after driving back to the hostel around 15:30, we went to Maslin Beach once again. Making a delicious bbq plate of egg, sausages, beef blade and couscous salad, downing it with a Japanese beer Asahi Soukai, it suddenly started raining with heavy gusts of wind, whilst the sun still shining 28degrees. Weird weather! Stopping by Maccas Seaford once more, we had a couple of slushies each, then after going back to the hostel, sat down and enjoyed watching some TV before we hit to bed
          Day338
Picking and sorting from 07:00 till 13:45, we relaxed at the hostel, cooked Butter Chicken with Rice, helped cleaned the bathrooms in exchange for rent, and just spent the remaining time relaxing outdoors on the porch drinking some beer.
          Day339
07:00 till 12:15. Picking, sorting and cleaning off branches. Leaving due to the very hot weather, we drove back to the hostel, Kirsten spent two hours cleaning the bathrooms, then Leon helped with sorting the trash. Cooking Spaghetti with chicken in Carbonara, we then sat down watching a movie till it was time to sleep.
          Day340
Picking for 5 hours, finishing at 12:30, we went to Coles to buy some food, quickly cleaned the ladies toilet and washed the clothes, and after attempting in cooking some Basa fillets in a microwavable bag (and Leon getting burnt due to the torn bag), we finally sat down around 17:30, enjoyed the good meal, then sat down drinking some beer on the outdoor porch to relax.
          Day341
3weeks left! Starting at 07:30, we picked and sorted till noon. Being offered to spend a couple of nights in the cabin at Linda and Trevor's place, we dropped off Pam at the hostel, went to buy from Coles, then debated if it was worth it to sleep at the cabin tonight. Realising we still had to drive back to the hostel tomorrow to pay the rent and buy from the supermarket, we decided to pass on the offer for tonight, and just go to continue working. Helping in cleaning the liquor equipment, and spending till 17:30, we drove around Mount Compass IGA to see what there was to offer (nothing much!), then drove back to the hostel. Getting our stuff packed, we started cooking late around 19:45, and with a busy and crowded kitchen, we finally sat down to eat the Korean Bibimbap Meal Kit, then hit to bed early.
          Day342
Getting stuff ready, buying from Coles, and heading out to Pages Flat, we started working at 10:00, helping with the Irrigation, and finished at 16:00, an hour of which was volunteered for staying at the cabin. Cooking some nice Spaghetti with sausages and Rogan Josh sauce, we spent a good time playing fetch with Jazzy and Kitty, and enjoyed the sun set sitting outdoors, with a lovely view, and no noise from loud backpackers and crazy cockatoos.
          Day343
Making some toast for bfast, we started at 09:00, continued the irrigation (another hour exchanged for accomodation), then by 16:45 we enjoyed drinking some of their wine produce. Cooking Fusilli with Tomato Sauce around 19:00, we were greeted by Linda and Trevor's company, with more wine, and having a good talk and a nice relaxed evening before we hit to bed by 22:00.
          Day344
Packing our stuff to leave today, we spent 6 and a half hours picking, sorting, and helping around the shop assisting customers. Eating the delicious cherry ice-cream, we headed back to the busy hostel around 16:00, went to buy from Foodland and cooked some Fusilli with eggs and bacon, drinking the remaining Fleurieu wine, and after some TV hit to bed.
          Day345
Picking and sorting from 07:30 till 13:15, we hit Maslin's Beach for a swim at 16:00 with Vicki and Terri, drank some beer, and later cooked some chicken with gravy stock, sausages, and couscous salad. All windy, we later stopped by Maccas in Seaford for an ice-cream, then drove back to the hostel around 20:30 and after watching some TV, hit to bed.
          Day346
After a night of rain, and Linda cancelling at 03:30, we went back to sleep, only to be woken up by Pam for the van keys at around 07:00. Looking at the phone only to realise she needed us, we quickly looked for the van keys, but they had already left. Leon changing the tyre to the only van available, we made some breakfast, then both of us, along with Vicki and Terry, drove to work at 09:15. Spending three hours bud-knocking, and eliminating the weak grapes, we finished by 12:15, last day of work, and drove back to the hostel. Chilling at the hostel, and cooking Butter Chicken, we drove to Wilunga for the Twilight Market, then back at the hostel we opened up the bottle of wine, ate some crisps with hommus dip, and spent a nice evening chatting and celebrating unemployment!
          Day347
TourDownUnder2016.
Cooking some brunch, egg omelette and toast, Leon departed to assist Simon (guy we helped placing tiles a while back) in setting up his printer, AppleTV and other minor programmes, and Kirsten spent some time looking at TourDown Under, and assisting Pam in helping her finding a lost key. Leon arriving after 2 and a half hours (and earning $100 for that!), we decided to have a bbq, asked Saori to join us, and after stopping at IGA in Moana, stopped by our fave spot - Maslin Beach. Cooking Chicken Rissoles and a steak, we went to our next destination; Maccas for a soft serve, then back at the hostel for a good night's sleep.
          Day348
2weeks left!
Making a good omelette for breakfast, we chilled at the hostel, then got asked to drive some people up to Barossa Valley. Watching a film, and then prepared wraps for dinner, we took off and 16:00, Leon driving up to Barossa Valley, and Kirsten driving back down to Mclaren. A total of almost 4hours (thats the same time as the New Zealand flight!), we saw the cheapest fuel ever in Australia - $0.959/ltr.
Back at the hostel at 19:45, we ate the wraps filled with pork, then watched some TV before we slept.
          Day349
A morning relaxed, some coffee and omelette for bfast, we watched some TV, then around 13:30 we headed to the beach with Perry. Enjoying a nice swim at Aldinga Beach, we returned to the hostel at 15:30, went to Coles to buy food, then cooked Fusilli with Sausages and Carbonara, finishing off with a Donut we got for free. Helping Perry with some Admin work and checking some details, we chilled indoors, and after watching some TV hit to bed.
          Day350
Australia Day. 
Not doing much, we sat watching some documentaries on New Zealand, then once Perry closed Reception, we headed with him to enjoy some sunshine. Leon dropping off some people at the beach first, we then headed out. Obviously as it was a holiday, everyone else was out doing the same! Driving through beaches and all fully packed, we decided to go to Willunga Rose Park, and after opening some beers, we enjoyed sitting on the grass killing some time, and enjoying the quiet. 
Making Penne with Sausages and Tomato Sauce with Tomato Pesto around 17:00, we sat watching some TV, then had an early good night.
          Day351
Another day relaxed at the hostel. Unfortunately, hiring the hostel vans is not possible, as first priority would be given to those who work. Watching half of The Hobbit, Perry asked us to join him for a swim, and immediately took off. Buying some crisps and dips, it was a beautiful 28degrees, and warm water. 
Hostel at 17:00, we cooked Spaghetti with Calamari Rings, then watched Mad Max on TV, and before we knew it, it was time for bed.
          Day352
Time is flying by!
A day of rain and thunder, we didn't get to do much, and went shopping quickly when the rain stopped for a few minutes. Leon receiving the screen display for his phone, we spent a couple of hours fixing the phone, and managed successfully! Making a good bread filled with Tuna, olives, tomato paste and vegetables, we had everyone in the kitchen looking at us and the huge roll, and ate it heavenly. Spending some time organising some stuff, we hit to bed early once again, and hoping we get to hire the van sometime soon!
          Day353
Making brunch, omelette and toast, the temperature dropped down to 12degrees, and sad enough to say, we stayed at the hostel not doing much, but just spending a good time backing up pictures and documents, and trying to sort out the tax return. Cooking at 16:00, Fusilli with Chicken Liver, the rain was getting heavier, and the winds stronger, and we just had to sit down inside the hostel killing time till it was time for bed.
          Day354
Waking up late, we went to Noarlunga Shopping Centre with Ansii and Big Will in their new car at around 09:30. Walking around a few shops, we drove back to the hostel at 13:00, cooked some quick chicken burgers in a wrap, and sat down watching American Ultra. 
Having Cristalle pick us up from the hostel at 14:30, as always we enjoyed the company and hospitality. Eating a beautiful schnitzel with three different types of salad, and obviously some ice-cream, the time flew by and before we knew it, it was 23:00 and after driven back to the hostel went straight to bed.
          Day355
1week left!
Receiving a call from Frank to work today, we made some toast for bfast, then drove off to Port Willunga. Picking up the stacks of branches from the orchard, we worked from 10:30 till 14:30, also assisting him with washing the coolroom. Getting $60 for the day, along with champagne, we went back to the hostel, cooked Penne with Rump Steak and Bolognese. Spending some time backing up and surfing the net, we had a mug of Milo, then tucked in bed early.
          Day356
-6days
A beautiful day! Making some bfast, we hired the van and drove to Port Noarlunga Jetty around 09:15, were we snorkelled for about an hour along the reef, seeing beautiful coral and many fish (some were very big). Hearing that there was a seal which was catching fisherman's fish (we didn't get to see it however), we sat down on the beach and enjoyed the 30degrees sun till 11:45, then drove back to the hostel. 
In the car with Perry, he drove us to Lonsdale to visit the biggest Landrover Wrecking Yard in the World. Walking amongst hundreds of burnt, crashed, squashed and rolled over landrovers, old and modern, we then drove to Moana Beach. Perry buying us some sushi to eat on the beach, we spent a good time swimming and splashing and sunbathing till 16:00, then went back to the hostel. Being surprised by Saori who made us some freshly made Jiaozi (dumplings), we then cooked some Penne and Fusilli with Rump Steak and Bolognese Sauce, then walked around McLaren Vale enjoying some fresh air and a cool breeze
          Day357
-5days
What happened? Heavy rain, we had to scratch the idea of going to the City Centre. 12degrees, and so much rainfall it was actually seeping through doors and windows, we sat indoors relaxed, made bfast, quickly went to Coles and Foodland when the rain calmed down abit, and also filled in our tax back. Visiting the bank to collect our new Kiwi Money, we walked back to the hostel, washed the clothes, cooked some dinosaur pasta with Creamy Tomato Sauce and Mince Meat, then headed to Coles for some snacks.
          Day358
-4days
Making wrap toast for bfast, and started to pack away stuff into the backpack, at 12 we headed 45 mins to Belair National Park with Perry. Walking Khan around the park, we came across a cute Koala on a tree, in total walking 4.10kms.
Driving to Sheoak Cafe, we drank Crown Lager Beer and spent a good time talking till 15:30, enjoying the 25degrees sun. 
Back at the hostel, we sorted out some things, then had Cristalle passing for us to take us to their house in Pages Flat. Having a good chat and a farewell, eating delicious home-made Pizza and relaxing on the lounge watching some TV. Being driven back to the hostel, we sat down having a few beers with a few friends, and making the last few days memorable.
          Day359
-3days
Eating something light, we got picked up by Hilda at 09:00, and was driven to Noarlunga Train Station. Catching a train at 09:45 from Platform 3, we arrived at Adelaide City Centre by 10:55 for just $3.30 one way. 
Enjoying a nice walk around the city, stopping by Maccas on Hindley Street for a soft serve first, we then walked to the Food Market (Central Market), and passed by amazing food stalls. Walking into Kim Wang S'Market, we bought the randomest asian drink, to which we had no clue what it was. Quite a particular drink of Sagiko Soursop can ($1.35), we then shopped around the area, and headed to Rundle Mall. 
14:50 Caught a train back to McLaren Vale. Stopping the last stop at Seaford, we caught a 20minute bus ($5.20 per person!) towards the Hostel. Cooking leftover pasta (Fusilli, Fettucine, Penne and Zigatore) with Taco Sauce and Rump Steak and Minced Meat, we continued packing and sorting out our documents and headed to bed early.
          Day360
-2days (Friday)
Spending the morning at the Post Office to send over some stuff (3.320 kg for $59.15), we made a late brunch - omelette and any leftovers, and spent some time playing Monopoly Empire. Kirsten loosing twice, we then continued to clear out the lockers, had a chat with Korean Kim and Japanese Saori which wanted to organise a Farewell Party for us, then at 17:00 walked with Joel the receptionist to McLaren Vale Hotel for a pint and food. Playing the raffle but winning nothing ($5 for 15numbers), we ate some free squid nuggets, sausage rolls and chicken pies for appetisers, then ordered a Choock Snitzy (Aussy word for Chicken Schnitzel), and Beer Battered Garfish for $31. A few pints later at 19:50, we headed back to the hostel, to find a surprise dinner of delicious freshly made Sushi by a Japanese person herself (Salmon, Tuna, Egg-Fried, Vegetables), and a lovely Korean tradition Seafood Pancake (Haemul Pazeun) made by a Korean himself. Having a chat and some drinks, more people joined, and had a great time whilst saying our goodbyes drinking beer, Champagne and photo snapping
          Day361
-1day (Saturday)
Waking up at 09:00, we made some bfast and prepared lunch for tomorrow's travelling. Chilling out and snacking on Pizza, we sorted any unnecessary stuff and gave it away, and prepared to go to work. 
Leaving at 15:40, we drove to Port Willunga to assist Frank with his birthday party. What a great time! Assisting in kneading the Pizza Dough, and setting up the Bar, we also helped with getting out food, making the Pizza Toppings, washed dirty glasses and cleared the tables. Helping ourselves to a plate of Greek Food - Lamb, Pork, dips, couscous, watermelon salads, and drinking beer and wine, our shift finished at 22:00 ($100 each for 6hours), and stayed there to enjoy ourselves on our last night in Australia.
Arriving at the hostel at 23:30, we scanned some documents, and after being given a friendship bracelet by Saori, we said our goodbyes and walked off around town for the last time, heading back to the hostel at 02:30.