13 May 2008 Y
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On 11 May 2008 (Sunday), Alison invited some of my colleagues (Natelie, Leah, Jennifer and Rebecca) and I to her place for an early barby (also known as BBQ or barbeque) session. AT around 10.30am, I took a 5 minutes short walk to her place from Miles Street. We had bacons, eggs, toasts and beverages (juices, coffee and tea) with numerous sauces.
The BBQ bread was slightly different from the normal toasts. The bread was on the BBQ pit and a hole was made in the centre of bread. An egg was cracked in the centre and cooked. The centre of the toasts were still being BBQ for consumption later.
After our brunch, all of us (including Alison's family and fiance) sat down and chit chat a little before going on our separate ways. Instead of going home straight away, I walked over to the reception area of Port Augusta Hospital (PAH) to get my keys for my new place at Elizabeth Terrace.
Both Lucy and I were asked to leave our place at Miles Street to Elizabeth Terrace. They emailed my supervisor, Camilla Leaver, to pass us the message about the shifting of our place. The reason behind it was that a family is going to stay in the birthing place. We were required to shift out of the house by 11 May 2008 as they need to clean up the house before the family move into the place.
Before I entered the PAH, I took a picture of the entrance of the reception area.
Here is the picture of it.
I also took a picture of the sunset before I go back home in the evening.
Here is the picture.
Sunset
At the reception counter, I collected the keys for our new place (Elizabeth Terrace) for Lucy and I. After collecting the keys, I took a picture of the main road (Hospital Road) which leads to Port Augusta Hospital.
Here is the picture of it.
Hospital Road
This is a road sign which I saw is different from Singapore. As Port Augusta is a countryside place, the road sign seems different from which I saw from Adelaide too.
Here is an example of one of the many road signs in Port Augusta.
Road Sign of Miles Street
It was my first time seeing such a road sign. I had never come across such a road sign in my life. Maybe I have been staying in a city area in all my life. Hence, this is my first time seeing such an old-fashioned road sign. You can call me "Sua Ku" (hokkien version of 'mountain tortoise') or being silly for being amused by such small stuff, but I won't be bothered as this is really my first time seeing it.
Before reaching home, I decide to take a picture of the road which leads to my house.
Here is the picture of the street.
Miles Street
That day, we only started shifting our luggages from around 9pm as Lucy wasn't in Port Augusta. She always go back to Adelaide during every weekends (about 3-4 hours drive from Port Augusta to Adelaide or vice versa).
After Lucy came back from Adelaide, we started packing our stuff in our rooms and our food. Many multiple trips were required as Lucy's car was not that big and we've got heaps of things too. It was really a hassle.
The next day I took a picture of the front view of the house.
Here are the pictures.
The entrance of the house
Parking Area for Lucy's Car
After entering the house at Elizabeth Terrace, I actually prefer the house at Miles Streets instead. The reasons were:
(1) The floor was not fully carpeted (makes alot of noise when I walk around the house)
(2) Limited kitchen appliances
(3) No dryer (to dry our clothes)
However, I shouldn't complain so much because the accommodation was:
(1) temporary stay
(2) Free of charge
Therefore, I should be satisified with the things I have. Anyway, before I shifted over to Elizabeth Terrace, many of the stuff in my workplace did told me that I shouldn't be giving too much hope as we are considered lucky to stay in Miles Street. Indeed, I am really lucky to have the chance to stay in Miles Street. Not many people who work there actually have the chance to stay there.
Upon entering the house, it was the living room. Both Lucy and I always watch "Big Brother" on TV every weekdays and Sunday evenings.
Here is the picture of the living room.
The Living Room
The following pictures are of Elizabeth Terrace. The whole living room and 3 bedrooms are all furnished with a reversible heater/air-conditioner. Each bedroom only have 2 beds and a side table.
During my 7 weeks stay in Port Augusta, both Lucy and I had discussed to share cooking during weekdays. Since I am unfamiliar with the Australian culture and food, I was keen and interested in learning about them. Therefore, I brought up the idea of share cooking. I am really interested (still am) to try new foods which is different from my culture. On the other hand, she was also able to try the different kind of foods that we Singaporeans eat too.
The kitchen where I cook meals for Lucy and myself
The Bathroom
Bedroom
The backyard of the house
After one night, I realized that my sleep wasn't that good. It was due to the squeaky noise which the floor make. I reckon I am not the only person. Lucy herself also faced the same problem. However, it is worse for her as she is nearer to the bathroom. She can hear the loud shower sound when someone shower.
The BBQ bread was slightly different from the normal toasts. The bread was on the BBQ pit and a hole was made in the centre of bread. An egg was cracked in the centre and cooked. The centre of the toasts were still being BBQ for consumption later.
After our brunch, all of us (including Alison's family and fiance) sat down and chit chat a little before going on our separate ways. Instead of going home straight away, I walked over to the reception area of Port Augusta Hospital (PAH) to get my keys for my new place at Elizabeth Terrace.
Both Lucy and I were asked to leave our place at Miles Street to Elizabeth Terrace. They emailed my supervisor, Camilla Leaver, to pass us the message about the shifting of our place. The reason behind it was that a family is going to stay in the birthing place. We were required to shift out of the house by 11 May 2008 as they need to clean up the house before the family move into the place.
Before I entered the PAH, I took a picture of the entrance of the reception area.
Here is the picture of it.
The entrance of the reception area of Port Augusta Hospital (PAH)
I also took a picture of the sunset before I go back home in the evening.
Here is the picture.
Sunset
At the reception counter, I collected the keys for our new place (Elizabeth Terrace) for Lucy and I. After collecting the keys, I took a picture of the main road (Hospital Road) which leads to Port Augusta Hospital.
Here is the picture of it.
Hospital Road
This is a road sign which I saw is different from Singapore. As Port Augusta is a countryside place, the road sign seems different from which I saw from Adelaide too.
Here is an example of one of the many road signs in Port Augusta.
Road Sign of Miles Street
It was my first time seeing such a road sign. I had never come across such a road sign in my life. Maybe I have been staying in a city area in all my life. Hence, this is my first time seeing such an old-fashioned road sign. You can call me "Sua Ku" (hokkien version of 'mountain tortoise') or being silly for being amused by such small stuff, but I won't be bothered as this is really my first time seeing it.
Before reaching home, I decide to take a picture of the road which leads to my house.
Here is the picture of the street.
Miles Street
That day, we only started shifting our luggages from around 9pm as Lucy wasn't in Port Augusta. She always go back to Adelaide during every weekends (about 3-4 hours drive from Port Augusta to Adelaide or vice versa).
After Lucy came back from Adelaide, we started packing our stuff in our rooms and our food. Many multiple trips were required as Lucy's car was not that big and we've got heaps of things too. It was really a hassle.
The next day I took a picture of the front view of the house.
Here are the pictures.
The Front View of Elizabeth Terrace.
The entrance of the house
Parking Area for Lucy's Car
After entering the house at Elizabeth Terrace, I actually prefer the house at Miles Streets instead. The reasons were:
(1) The floor was not fully carpeted (makes alot of noise when I walk around the house)
(2) Limited kitchen appliances
(3) No dryer (to dry our clothes)
However, I shouldn't complain so much because the accommodation was:
(1) temporary stay
(2) Free of charge
Therefore, I should be satisified with the things I have. Anyway, before I shifted over to Elizabeth Terrace, many of the stuff in my workplace did told me that I shouldn't be giving too much hope as we are considered lucky to stay in Miles Street. Indeed, I am really lucky to have the chance to stay in Miles Street. Not many people who work there actually have the chance to stay there.
Upon entering the house, it was the living room. Both Lucy and I always watch "Big Brother" on TV every weekdays and Sunday evenings.
Here is the picture of the living room.
The Living Room
The following pictures are of Elizabeth Terrace. The whole living room and 3 bedrooms are all furnished with a reversible heater/air-conditioner. Each bedroom only have 2 beds and a side table.
During my 7 weeks stay in Port Augusta, both Lucy and I had discussed to share cooking during weekdays. Since I am unfamiliar with the Australian culture and food, I was keen and interested in learning about them. Therefore, I brought up the idea of share cooking. I am really interested (still am) to try new foods which is different from my culture. On the other hand, she was also able to try the different kind of foods that we Singaporeans eat too.
The kitchen where I cook meals for Lucy and myself
The Bathroom
Bedroom
The backyard of the house
After one night, I realized that my sleep wasn't that good. It was due to the squeaky noise which the floor make. I reckon I am not the only person. Lucy herself also faced the same problem. However, it is worse for her as she is nearer to the bathroom. She can hear the loud shower sound when someone shower.
Anyway, it is time to go now. I reckon that is all I will be updating you about this time. Do stay tune for more stuff which would be updated with heaps of beautiful pictures that were taken in Port Augusta. At the same time, please enjoy reading and looking at those photographs too. =) See you soon.