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Hello, everyone, it is Caturday so time to share a photo of one
of the cats in my family this week we have me, Archie.
I there everyone it’s Archie here this is a photon of me trying
to see what is behind here, turned out to be nothing but I had to check it out
and make sure, mum told me to not try and get between the bed and the wall as I
may get stuck. I think if I get stuck mum will rescue me because that’s what
mum’s do.
This week we are looking at the
national anthem of Kazakhstan.
The former State Anthem of the Republic of Kazakhstan was
used as the national anthem of Kazakhstan from 1991 to early 2006. Upon
independence in December 1991, the melody of the Anthem of the Kazakh
Soviet Socialist Republic was retained; and new lyrics written and was adopted
in 1992.
On 7 January 2006, it was officially replaced by "Menıñ Qazaqstanym", the country's
current national anthem.
It is based on a homonymous
patriotic song created by Kazakh composer Shamshi Kaldayakov and poet Jumeken
Najimedenov in 1956.
Here's a translation of the lyrics:
Verse 1:
Chorus:
Verse 2:
I have spent most of the day trying to decide what the topic of today’s
post would be, and I ended up picking the town of Alice Springs.
Aussies commonly refer to Alice Springs as "The Alice"
or simply "Alice".
This is one town I would like to visit one day my parents visited
the Alice and enjoyed the visit, I do remember mum & dad telling me that
when the bought wine from a bottle shop, they were told to make sure it was
covered so it couldn’t be seen by looking in a window and to get in their car
and drive to a different area. This was because some of the local aboriginals
would break into the car if they saw grog inside and if they were seen placing alcohol
in the car and walking away the car would be broken into.
Alice Springs is a remote town in Australia’s Northern
Territory, halfway between Darwin and Adelaide, both 1,500km away. It’s a
popular gateway for exploring the Red Centre, the country's interior desert
region. Its 1872 origin as part of the Overland Telegraph Line (linking Darwin
and Adelaide) is preserved in the vintage buildings and equipment at the Alice
Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve.
The population of Alice Springs is an estimate because it
is based on projections and statistical modelling rather than a direct head
count. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) uses various methods,
including census data and estimated resident population (ERP) figures, to
calculate population numbers, but these are subject to revision and may not perfectly
reflect the actual population at any given time, especially in smaller areas
like Alice Springs.
Alice Springs was established in 1872 with the
construction of the Alice Springs Telegraph Station, part of the Australian
Overland Telegraph Line (OTL) connecting Adelaide to Darwin. It was
originally named Stuart, but the settlement near the telegraph station was
later renamed Alice Springs in 1933. The name Alice Springs was given by
W.W. Mills, after Alice Todd, wife of Sir Charles Todd, who was
instrumental in the construction of the telegraph line.
The Arrernte people are the traditional owners and
custodians of Alice Springs, also known as Mparntwe in the Arrernte
language. They have a deep and enduring connection to the land, dating
back tens of thousands of years. The Arrernte have stories and significant
sites related to the creation of the landscape, including the MacDonnell Ranges.
Alice Springs faces a complex combination of social and
crime-related issues that contribute to a perception of danger. These
include high rates of alcohol-related violence, property crime, and domestic
violence, along with concerns about youth crime and the impact of past
policies. While the town has a diverse population and attracts tourists,
these issues have led to increased fear and anxiety among residents.
While Alice Springs faces significant challenges, it's important
to acknowledge that it is also a place of cultural significance, with a diverse
population and a strong community spirit. Efforts are underway to address
the underlying issues and improve safety and well-being for all residents.
This week’s bear is the Asiatic Black Bear, these bears can be
found in eastern Asia including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia,
China, India, Islamic Republic of Iran, Japan, Democratic People’s Republic of
Korea, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal,
Pakistan, Russian Federation, Taiwan and Vietnam.
They have long black fur with a distinct white patch on the chest that is often crescent-shaped. The fur around the shoulders and throat is particularly long, and their ears are relatively large. The tail is short and is barely visible under a long, coarse coat. The black pelage has a light beige to white “V” shape on the chest area, a small beige to white coloured crescent across the throat, and a small spot of white on the chin. The white fur on the muzzle seldom reaches the orbits of the bear.
The size differs between males and females. Males typically
weigh 110 to 150 kg, while females weigh 65 to 90 kg. The head and body measure
120 to 180 cm in length, while the tail is an additional 6.5 to 10.6 cm. The
head is large and rounded, and the eyes are small. The ears are large and are
set farther apart than on an American black bear. The body is heavy, the legs
are thick and strong, and the paws are broad.
They are more carnivorous than their American counterparts,
although only a small part of their diet is made up of meat. This includes
small mammals, birds, fish, molluscs and carcasses. They also feed on grasses,
fruits, berries, seeds, insects and honey. In autumn they fatten up for the
winter by feeding on nuts. In northern climates they hibernate. In southern
climates they do not hibernate.
Little is known about Asiatic black bears in the wild; most of
what is known about their social and reproductive behaviour has been collected
by observing the bears in zoos and environments other than their natural
habitat.
In captive environments, the mating pattern of Asiatic black
bears is classified as promiscuous. The gestation period is typically 6 to
8 months. This period includes a period of delayed implantation, where the
fertilized egg floats freely in the uterus for a time before attaching to the
uterine wall and developing further.
In the wild, Asiatic black bears typically forage alone.
However, during breeding season, pairs can be seen hunting and gathering
together.
They have a lifespan on around 25yrs in the wild and around 35-40yrs
in captive.
They are listed as
"Vulnerable" by the IUCN, meaning they face a high risk of extinction
in the wild. Their populations are decreasing due to habitat loss,
poaching, and the illegal trade of bear parts, particularly bile for
traditional medicine. Here are some regional estimates of numbers:
They are generally considered dangerous to humans, with
documented cases of both unprovoked and provoked attacks. While they are
not as frequently involved in attacks as some other bear species, they are
known to raid crops, damage property, and injure or kill people. Attacks
are more common during late summer, coinciding with mating season.
This week we are wrapping up Kazakhstan with these facts.
The national animal of Kazakhstan is the golden eagle. It's a powerful symbol of the country, representing strength, independence, and freedom, and it also appears on the national flag.
When it came to finding the most popular sport, I received two different answers football and kokpar, so I looked a bit more and it seems that football is the most popular sport overall, while Kokpar is the most popular traditional Kazakh game.
So, it seems that football dominates as the most-watched and
participated-in sport in the country, but Kokpar holds a special place as a key
part of Kazakh national identity and is widely played during celebrations like
Nauruz.
Now you may be wondering what the hell Kokpar is well it's
a traditional equestrian sport, similar to polo but using a goat carcass
instead of a ball.
Kazakhstan offers a relatively low cost of living compared to
many Western countries, with living expenses significantly lower than in
Australia or America but do are wages. The minimum wage is 531.25KZT per hour which
is around $1.09 USD or $1.55AUD. America’s minimum wage is between $7.25 and
$15.00. In Australia it is $24.10 per hour.
My watch says I slept for only5 hrs
and 12mins and I was awake for 31 mins. It was after midnight before I settled,
when my alarm went off at 5am I got up went to the toilet and took my meds then
went back to bed for another 30mins. When I got up, I had a shower and dressed.
Tim and I went over to Kmart and
bought a garment steamer to do his shirts.
It has turned out a warm day.
I have been struggling to find
motivation to do stuff today, I was fine first thing this morning but after we
got home from shopping my motivation had drained.
BHL6.6
Steps: 8,088= 4.12Klm’s
My watch says I slept
for only 9 hrs and 12mins and I didn’t wake at all. I also woke up with a
headache. Jessica bought me a ham & cheese pocket and a hash brown for
breakfast.
Tim took the car to
have the light bar fitted to the car, he left at 7.30am and it was around
1.30pm when he got home but he said he is happy with it.
He has packed his
stuff to go away for a few days with work, he is going to Sydney tomorrow and
will be home Thursday night or Friday he isn’t sure just yet.
I am so over the
dyskinesia I have had this problem the last few days and it is exhausting and
frustrating and yes, it is depressing me.
Steps:
11,219=5.70Klm’s
I will add here that
I don’t walk that far most of the so-called steps are to do with movement and
some days my body moves a lot. This is something Tim said last night about my
high steps and not walking I reminded him about how much my body moves some days,
and he said yeah, he knows.
I had a good night my
watch says I slept for only 9 hrs and 21mins and I didn’t wake at all.
Tim has left this
morning he is working in Sydney for a few days and will be home either late
Thursday night or Friday morning.
I rang Centrelink and
the man I spoke to was very helpful and after some time he managed to arrange
for a letter to be sent to me stating I get no payment from Centrelink.
Tim video called me
tonight he is a room on his own which makes him happy, he said the room was
very small, but they are at Ibis.
Steps: 7,872=4.00
Another good night my
watch says I slept for only 9 hrs, and I was awake for 31mins.
I did a load of washing
and hung it out this left me hot and exhausted.
While I was using the
powerfit and doing my exercises I was surprised to see Sue turn up. Turned out
the morning voice message I sent to Sue was staticky and not right, so she came
to check on me.
It is a nice warm winter
day.
Tim rang at 7.10pm just
to check in and see how I was he said he should be home sometime tomorrow
night. Although I suspect it will be the early hours of Friday morning.
Steps: 6,869=3.49Klm’s
BGL: 5.4
Another good night my
watch says I slept for only 7 hrs and 13 mins and I was awake for 13 mins.
It is a cold and
windy day. I went shopping with Sue and it felt good to get out of the house.
Sue’s birthday
present for Jeannie arrived and it looks good. I have done my present to for
her already to post, I see how much it will cost to post and if it’s too much I
may get Sue to give it to her when she sees Jeannie, Sue’s present is too
fragile to post.
BGL 6.5
StepsL8,553=4.33Klm’s
I slept well, 9hrs
& 21mins and I was awake for 32 minutes. Tim is home he went to bed a I was
getting up, as he is off today, I will let him sleep till whenever he gets up.
Tim got up at 9.30am,
he is working out the back.
Sue took me to have
thee Xray and Ultrasound done.
It is a warm day
Kathy came over
around 3.45pm she was here for just over an hour, she brought back all dad’s
genealogy stuff. She uploaded it all to ancestry dot com.
I went to bed at 8pm
had about 40 Mins sleep then woke up and haven’t been able to settle so I got
up and used the powerfit for 30Mins, updated this and now I am going back to
bed. It is now 11.45pm
BGL:6.3
Steps: 9,724=4.97 Klm’s
What a night, after returning to
bed I couldn’t settle I was tired but nope wasn’t happening, I had to get up
and find the Vicks to rum under my nose as I felt like I was all blocked up and
couldn’t breathe right. Then I found myself needing to pee often live every 45
mins. So, when the alarm went at first, I didn’t want to get up, but I needed
to pee again and decided to stay up. I can close my eyes later if I need too. I
have had only 3hrs & 52mins of sleep.
Tim and I went to the shops so I could
get a new vapor stick thing that you run under your nose to clear it making it
easier to breathe.
Tim thought he broke the new
laminator as it was jammed, he was going to toss it, but I said just remove the
jam he had to take it apart to do that but after he did it worked just fine, he
should have done that with the last one instead of having a hissy fit and
tossing it in the bin.
As I was getting up to go to bed, I
had a moment when I found it hard to stand upright, thankfully Sam was nearby
and helped by holding me while I straightened up without falling over after I was
upright, I was fine.
BGL: 6.1
Steps: 8,290=4.25Klm’s or
2.64miles.
My post with links to other posts.
https://jamfn.blogspot.com/2025/07/tuesdays-four-on-tuesday-for-change.html
https://jamfn.blogspot.com/2025/07/australia-child-labour-laws-history.html
https://jamfn.blogspot.com/2025/07/freedom-hodgepodge.html
https://jamfn.blogspot.com/2025/07/tuesdays-four-on-wednesday.html
https://jamfn.blogspot.com/2025/07/a-hodgpodge-life.html
This week we are looking at the second largest city in Western
Australia this city is Mandurah, it is located approximately 72 kilometres (45
miles) south of Perth. It is known for its coastal location, marine life,
and as a popular tourist destination.
It is also known for the Peel-Harvey Estuary with its abundant
wildlife and migratory waterbirds. The Mandurah Community Museum features
exhibits on the Peel region’s history. Halls Head Beach has a large resident
dolphin population. To the south, Yalgorup National Park is home to
thrombolites, rare, rock-like microorganism formations, at Lake Clifton.
Mandurah was initially established as a townsite in 1831,
following the arrival of Thomas Peel's settlement in the area. While a
townsite was laid out in 1831, the area remained largely undeveloped until the
post-war boom of the 1950s and 60s, when it began to grow as a fishing village
and later a popular resort and retirement destination. The area's name,
Mandurah, is derived from the local Aboriginal word "mandjar,"
meaning "meeting place".
The traditional owners of Mandurah are the Bindjareb people
of the Noongar Nation. The City of Mandurah acknowledges and respects the
Bindjareb people as the first peoples of the land. They are also sometimes
referred to as the Binjareb/Pinjarup people. The Noongar name for Mandurah
is Mandjoogoordap, which means "meeting place of the heart".
The City of Mandurah has a population of more than 99,000
residents as of June 30, 2023. This makes it the largest regional city in
Western Australia. The city's population has been steadily growing, with
an increase of 3.82% in the year leading up to June 2023. Projections indicate
further significant growth, with an expected increase of over 23,000 residents
between 2021 and 2046
This week we are looking at a species of bear I have never
heard of, that being the sun bear it is found in the tropical forests of
Southeast Asia. It is the only species in the genus Helarctos and they are the smallest
bear species and are only around half the size of an American black bear,
measuring 4-5 feet tall when stood on their hind limbs, and weighing up to
68kg.
Sun bears are named for the bib of often sunshine-yellow fur
adorning their chests. Each sun-bear bib is unique and can be used to
distinguish one bear from another. Their fur is thick, short and generally
jet-black, although some bears have a reddish or silvery hue.
Despite their name, recent research on wild sun bears
suggests these animals are crepuscular, meaning their activity levels peak
during the twilight hours of dawn and dusk.
Relative to their skull size, sun bears have the largest
canine teeth of any bear species. For context, sun bear canines are the same
size as those sported by polar bears, and species some 5 to 10 times larger.
Sun bears have long, curved claws, are well adapted for
gripping bark and are the most arboreal of all the bear species. These bears
will climb trees to forage for wild fruits and beehives and to evade predators
such as tigers, leopards and dholes, an Asian canid. One of the characteristic
signs of the presence of wild sun bears is claw marks on trees they have
climbed.
They have exceptionally long tongues, the longest among
all bear species, reaching up to 25-30 centimetres (10-12 inches). These
long, sticky tongues are essential for their diet, allowing them to extract
insects and honey from hard-to-reach places like tree crevices and termite
mounds.
Sun bears primarily inhabit dense tropical and subtropical rainforests throughout Southeast Asia. Their range includes areas in northeastern India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, southern China, and the Indonesian islands of Sumatra and Borneo. They are typically found at lower altitudes in these forests but can be seen at higher elevations in some regions like India.
They are omnivorous, favouring fruits, insects, small
animals and bee nests (for insects and honey). Large teeth and long claws
enable sun bears to tear into logs and termite mounds in search of insects an
important component of their diet. Their tropical habitat generally provides
food resources year-round, so sun bears do not hibernate.
Sun bears face significant threats from habitat loss
due to deforestation and conversion of forests for agriculture, particularly
oil palm plantations. They are also targeted by commercial hunting for
their bile, paws, and other body parts, and are affected by the illegal pet
trade.
This week we are visiting Kazakhstan, a Central Asian country
and former Soviet republic, it extends from the Caspian Sea in the west to the
Altai Mountains at its eastern border with China and Russia.
It was once called the Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic and was
one of the constituent republics of the Soviet Union from 1936 until its
dissolution in 1991.
Its largest metropolis, Almaty, is a long-standing trading hub
whose landmarks include Ascension Cathedral, a tsarist-era Russian Orthodox
church, and the Central State Museum of Kazakhstan, displaying thousands of
Kazakh artifacts.
The capital is Astana although before 1997 the capital was
Almaty, it has population of 1,423,726 it is the second largest city in the country.
The population of the country is around 20 million.
Kazakhstan is officially a
bilingual country those languages are Kazakh and Russian. The currency is
the Tenge.
The flag is a light blue field with a gold sun and soaring
golden steppe eagle in the centre. Along the hoist side is a vertical band
of national ornamentation in gold. The blue represents the endless sky and
the unity of the Kazakh people, while the sun and eagle symbolize prosperity
and freedom, respectively. The current flag was adopted in 1992, replacing
the flag of the Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic.
A significant portion of the population, especially ethnic
Russians, Ukrainians, and Belarusians, identify as Orthodox
Christian. Other Christian denominations include Catholics, Lutherans,
Presbyterians, Baptists, Pentecostals, and members of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Smaller communities of Jews, Buddhists, and followers of other
faiths like the Baha'i faith and Scientology also exist.
Kazakhstan is a presidential republic, where the President
holds significant power. The President serves as both head of state and
commander-in-chief, and also appoints the Prime Minister and other cabinet
members. The country has a bicameral parliament, consisting of the Senate
and the Majilis.
While the constitution outlines democratic principles like
freedom of speech and religion, Kazakhstan's political system is described as
semi-presidential with a strong executive branch, and there are concerns about
the fairness of elections and restrictions on freedoms.
That will do for now, part two next week.
My watch says I slept
for only 4hrs and 17mins and I was awake for 14 mins.
Tim and I went
shopping, Tim cashed in the bottles, I bought a new pair of trackies and a new
Tee shirt. I also went to Woolies to get a few things. By the time I got home I
was exhausted.
It has been warm
enough outside for Tim to do some work out the back.
I spent a couple of
hours reading and commenting on blogs and cropping some photos.
BGL:5.5
Steps:7,953 = 4.4klms
My watch says I slept
for 7hrs and 21mins and I was awake for 9 mins, much better than the night
before.
When I got up to pee
at 4.15 the bathroom was so damn cold, I turned the heater on and left it on
when I went back to bed so that it could warm the room a bit before I went in
for my morning wash.
Tim rang me to let me
know he wouldn’t be home till this arvo, so I cooked my own lunch chicken
schnitzel and chips.
Steps: 10,938=5.80
Klms
It is a wet morning,
and I woke with a headache.
My watch says I slept
for 7hrs and 34mins and I was awake for 34 mins. My watch analyses changes in
physical activity to estimate sleep time and status. It is designed to give one
a pretty good idea of how they are sleeping.
It was raining
lightly when I went with Sam to wait for her transport this morning.
While I was getting
my pizza out of the oven for my lunch my left knee gave way and if I hadn’t
been leaning against the bench I would have ended up on the floor. So, I had
Jess go and meet Sam this arvo.
Blain came down to
check on me and was here for about half an hour just chatting.
Sue has dropped
Archie off at Tasha’s while she goes to Qld to visit Kirsty she will be gone 6
days.
It has been a really
cold day.
9,310=4.55
It is a wet morning,
and I am waiting for Tim to leave for work so I can have a shower.
My watch says I slept
for 9hrs and 52mins and I was awake for 30 mins.
Sue caught her flight
to Qld to spend some time with Kirsty’s family.
Tasha said Archie is
hiding under Blain’s bed, he hasn’t eaten or drank anything.
This afternoon Blain
came down and told me they had to remove the mattress and slates on Blain’s bed
in order to get Archie out, he said he had to put a towel over Archie’s heard
in order to get him out from under the bed. Tasha put Archie into his carry
case to settle down.
I am very restless
this arvo and cannot stay still.
BGL:5.8
Steps:12,737=6.49Klm
It is a wet morning, and
I am waiting for Tim to leave for work so I can have a shower.
I had the worse night I
have had in ages; my watch says I slept for only 4hrs and 9mins and I was awake
for 33 mins.
I am so cold this morning
from around 10am and have a headache. I tried to have a rest during the day but
didn’t happen, so I expect to be in bed early tonight.
Thankfully the day warmed
up some and I was able to get motivated to answer some letters I have here.
Tim found out we need to
go to Centrelink which for those who don’t know is our social security anyway I
need a letter from them stating I do not get a payment to hand in to housing so
they can stop charging us rent on money we don’t have. I found a phone number
and Tim said he will ring them tomorrow.
BGL 5.6
Steps: 7,966=4.06Klm’s
I had a much better
night my watch says I slept for only 9hrs and 15mins and I was awake for 39
mins.
Today is the last day
of term 2 for school, some schools finished last week like the school Tim does
but most in NSW finish up today.
I rang Centrelink
using the cordless house phone I was waiting for around 1.5hrs then after I
explained what I wanted I was asked to hold while things were checked and after
another 25 mins the phone died. I decided I will ring back on Monday as I had
enough.
Steps:8,886=4.48
Klm’s
I have been really cold this
morning and have a headache I think due to the cold.
Tim left for work around 5.30am, he
said he should be home mid-afternoon.
Tim got home around 2pm, the first
thing he did was changed his clothes and went out the back to work on the yard.
I am having a rough arvo and night,
unable to settle I got up and used the powerfit
BGL:5.6
Steps: 9,603= 4.85Klm’s
My watch says I slept for only 9hrs
and 22mins and I didn’t wake at all during the night.
I have been really cold this
morning and have a headache I think due to the cold.
Tim left for work around 5.30am, he
said he should be home mid-afternoon.
Tim got home around 2pm, the first
thing he did was changed his clothes and went out the back to work on the yard.
I am having a rough arvo and night,
unable to settle I got up and used the powerfit
BGL:5.6
Steps: 9,603= 4.85Klm’s
Ecuador’s anthem is a Latin American epic anthem. The
lyrics were written in 1865 (the author, Juan León Mera, later served as
president of the Ecuadoran senate) and set to music the following year. Except
in formal occasions (where the second verse is performed, followed by the third
verse and the second verse is repeated), the second verse is the verse that’s
sung out of the seven verses of the poem (six of which make up the complete
lyrics of the anthem.)
The anthem was first performed publicly on August 10, 1870, in
Independence Square, Quito, with Neumane conducting the orchestra.
While the anthem was in use, it wasn't officially adopted by the
Ecuadorian Congress until September 29, 1948.
The anthem's lyrics and music evoke a sense of patriotism and
celebrate the nation's history and aspirations. It is a powerful symbol of
Ecuadorian identity and a source of national pride.
Chorus:
Hail, O Homeland, a thousand times hail!
O Homeland, glory to you! Your heart overflows
with joy and peace, and your radiant face
shines brighter than the sun we behold.
I
Indignant, your children rose against the yoke
imposed by Iberian audacity,
against the unjust and horrendous suffering
that fatally weighed upon you.
They raised a holy voice to the heavens,
a voice of noble and unmatched commitment,
to avenge you from the bloody monster,
to break that servile yoke.
Chorus
II (official verse)
The first, the sons of the soil
which Pichincha proudly adorns,
acclaimed you as their eternal lady,
and shed their blood for you.
God saw and accepted the sacrifice,
and that blood was the fruitful seed
of other heroes whom the world, astonished,
saw rise around you by the thousands.
Chorus
III
Against the iron arm of these heroes,
no land was invincible,
and from the valley to the highest sierra,
the roar of battle could be heard.
After the battle, victory flew,
freedom followed the triumph,
and the lion, broken,
was heard roaring in helplessness and despair.
Chorus
IV
At last, Spanish ferocity yielded,
and today, O Homeland, your free existence
is the noble and magnificent heritage
given to us by felicitous heroism.
We received it from paternal hands,
let no one attempt to wrest it from us now,
nor does any foolish or audacious one
wish to provoke our vengeful anger against themselves.
Chorus
V
Let no one, O Homeland, attempt it. The shadows
of your glorious heroes watch over us,
and the valour and pride they inspire
are omens of triumphs for you.
Bring forth the iron and the fulminating lead,
for at the thought of war and vengeance
awakens the heroic strength
that made the fierce Spanish succumb.
Chorus
VI
And if new chains are prepared
by the unjustness of barbaric fate,
great Pichincha! may you foresee the death
of the homeland and its children in the end.
Sink swiftly into your deep entrails
all that exists on your land. Let the tyrant
tread only ashes and in vain
seek any trace of being beside you.
This week we are in Launceston the second largest city in
Tasmania.
It's famed for the Cataract Gorge, with panoramic views, walking
trails, sculpted gardens and a chairlift. The Queen Victoria Museum, in a
19th-century railway workshop, has exhibitions on Tasmanian history. Its sister
Art Gallery lies across the river, by sprawling Royal Park. The vineyards of
the Tamar Valley stretch northwest along the Tamar River.
The estimated resident population of Launceston, Tasmania
is 71,889. This figure is based on the 2022 estimates from the City
of Launceston. The population of Launceston has been steadily increasing
since 2016.
The town was established by Lieutenant Colonel William
Paterson in 1804. He initially set up a settlement at Outer Cove, later
named George Town, before moving to York Town and then to the present-day site
of Launceston. The settlement was initially called Patersonia before being
renamed Launceston in honour of Governor King.
Hello, everyone, it is Caturday so time to share a photo of one of the cats in my family this week we have me, Archie. I there everyone ...
