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leading to the Pacific Ocean, at Diamond Beach, New South Wales, Australia HFF 24 February 2023

Scavenger Hunt/23 Knots An ancient knot, often used in boating operations. One of the most useful knots you can know. The Bowline forms a secure loop that will not jam and is easy to tie and untie. The Bowline is most commonly used for forming a fixed loop, large or small at the end of a line. Tried and tested over centuries, this knot is reliable, strong and stable. Even after severe tension is applied it is easy to untie. netknots.com/rope_knots/bowline The bowline is sometimes referred to as King of the knots because of its importance. Along with the sheet bend and the clove hitch, the bowline is often considered one of the most essential knots. Wikipedia

Created in Wombo art from a photo of the DVD. Scavenger Challenge 9/ Film Noir

Sunday Challenge 33 - low key

Our Jack Highland Terrier, Bella, taken 14th February 2023. Every day is Valentine’s Day if you share your life with a dog.

We visited this interesting lighthouse on our way home after a weekend staying with friends on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia (July 2022) Norah Head Lighthouse was purposely built from 1901 to 1903 to protect ships travelling between Sydney and Newcastle with vital cargo and passengers. Perched on the headland, the lighthouse takes in magnificent ocean vistas and is the Central Coast's most spectacular icon. A walking track skirts around the lighthouse side and leads to stairs that climb down to the rock platform below and to Lighthouse Beach. Whale watching is a popular pastime from this location from May to November each year. Norah Head Lighthouse celebrated its Centenary in November 2003. Apart from the electrification of the light, few changes have been made to the lighthouse since it was established. Buildings on the headland comprise the Lighthouse, Flag Locker, Head Keepers Quarters and the first and second assistant lightkeepers' quarters and stables. Scavenger Hunt 08/Far Horizons

Norah Head Lighthouse was purposely built from 1901 to 1903 to protect ships travelling between Sydney and Newcastle with vital cargo and passengers. Perched on the headland, the lighthouse takes in magnificent ocean vistas and is the Central Coast's most spectacular icon. A walking track skirts around the lighthouse side and leads to stairs that climb down to the rock platform below and to Lighthouse Beach. Whale watching is a popular pastime from this location from May to November each year. Norah Head Lighthouse celebrated its Centenary in November 2003. Apart from the electrification of the light, few changes have been made to the lighthouse since it was established. Buildings on the headland comprise the Lighthouse, Flag Locker, Head Keepers Quarters and the first and second assistant lightkeepers' quarters and stables.

Norah Head Lighthouse was purposely built from 1901 to 1903 to protect ships travelling between Sydney and Newcastle with vital cargo and passengers. Perched on the headland, the lighthouse takes in magnificent ocean vistas and is the Central Coast's most spectacular icon. A walking track skirts around the lighthouse side and leads to stairs that climb down to the rock platform below and to Lighthouse Beach. Whale watching is a popular pastime from this location from May to November each year. Norah Head Lighthouse celebrated its Centenary in November 2003. Apart from the electrification of the light, few changes have been made to the lighthouse since it was established. Buildings on the headland comprise the Lighthouse, Flag Locker, Head Keepers Quarters and the first and second assistant lightkeepers' quarters and stables.

Sunday Challenge 32 - Colour on colour in art or photography

292. - 11.02.2023 - Flatlay A still life which is placed on a flat plane and photographed from above...

Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse stands on a dramatic headland east of Seal Rocks village. Completed in 1875, it is the first lighthouse designed by colonial architect James Barnet and one of only two towers in Australia with an external stairway. It was originally built to guide ships along the rocky coastline, after a number of incidents, including the shipwrecking of the SS Catterthun and the Rainbow. Despite the coast being illuminated by the lighthouse, 20 wrecks have occurred since the lighthouse was built. Below the lighthouse are the Lighthouse Keepers’ quarters and outbuildings that have been refurbished to offer holiday accommodation for visitors. On the grassy slopes next to the lookout point and cliff edge, you’ll see three memorials dedicated to people associated with the lighthouse. Sugarloaf Point is a top spot for watching whales as they migrate on their journey along the coast. You might also be lucky enough to see dolphins, down on lighthouse beach. nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse stands on a dramatic headland east of Seal Rocks village. Completed in 1875, it is the first lighthouse designed by colonial architect James Barnet and one of only two towers in Australia with an external stairway. It was originally built to guide ships along the rocky coastline, after a number of incidents, including the shipwrecking of the SS Catterthun and the Rainbow. Despite the coast being illuminated by the lighthouse, 20 wrecks have occurred since the lighthouse was built. Below the lighthouse are the Lighthouse Keepers’ quarters and outbuildings that have been refurbished to offer holiday accommodation for visitors. On the grassy slopes next to the lookout point and cliff edge, you’ll see three memorials dedicated to people associated with the lighthouse. Sugarloaf Point is a top spot for watching whales as they migrate on their journey along the coast. You might also be lucky enough to see dolphins, down on lighthouse beach. nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse stands on a dramatic headland east of Seal Rocks village. Completed in 1875, it is the first lighthouse designed by colonial architect James Barnet and one of only two towers in Australia with an external stairway. It was originally built to guide ships along the rocky coastline, after a number of incidents, including the shipwrecking of the SS Catterthun and the Rainbow. Despite the coast being illuminated by the lighthouse, 20 wrecks have occurred since the lighthouse was built. Below the lighthouse are the Lighthouse Keepers’ quarters and outbuildings that have been refurbished to offer holiday accommodation for visitors. On the grassy slopes next to the lookout point and cliff edge, you’ll see three memorials dedicated to people associated with the lighthouse. Sugarloaf Point is a top spot for watching whales as they migrate on their journey along the coast. You might also be lucky enough to see dolphins, down on lighthouse beach. nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Lighthouse Beach surf club, New South Wales, Australia

Near the lighthouse, Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia. Love this place.

New and old. Tacking Point Lighthouse, Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia. Such a brilliant day. Tacking Point was named by Matthew Flinders in 1802, on HMS Investigator. The lighthouse was built in 1879. Sunday Challenge 31 - Juxtaposition - two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.

291. - 04.02.2023 - Smoke detector ... you should photograph a smoke detector in your environment (house, apartment, office or workplace) and if you want also edit the photo. The Clipsal brand name first appeared in 1920, when Alfred Gerard developed a range of adjustable, clip-on metal conduit fittings. At the close of 2003, Clipsal was acquired by Schneider Electric, forming a formidable partnership. www.clipsal.com/smokealarms Schneider Electric has had its head office in Rueil-Malmaison, France since 2000.

Thanks folks for your interesting squares. Now over to Luc, who is hosting February challenges, starting with Juxtaposition. Please see the link for more information and examples... www.ipernity.com/group/daysincolour365/discuss/198194 See you on Sunday :-)