The journey begins!

I finished the last of the organizing (what was actually possible while in Australia), turned in my library books, transferred funds to my "travel" accounts (i.e., 28 Degree Master Card from GE Money), checked that my Qantas club would not run out while OS, saw my supervisor at JCU (see photo), and booked an early morning taxi. My flights from Cairns to Sydney then Sydney to Melbourne went pretty well (no ear problems).

I am sitting in the lounge at Melbourne International terminal waiting for my flight for the final "major" leg to get me to London. Short stop-over in Changi Airport. On reflection the choice of luggage has been good, one small/medium roller suitcase and a computer backpack. Completely manageable and well within weight limits. The extra camera case around my neck is a hassle (mainly because last time only had a small point-and-shoot that fitted into the backpack). It remains to be seen if the better camera equals better images.