2012 Backpacking to Perth (12 days: 7 to 18 Sept) day 6



Day 6 (12.09.2012) Dunsborough is about 100km to Molloy Caravan Park passing by Cowaramup, Margaret River, Witchcliffe, Karridale and Kudardup

At 8.15am after breakfast, we drove out to town to return the house key and continued our 20km journey to our 1st stop at Injidup Beach, Cape Clairault Rd. at 8.50am. We drove another 11km to our 2nd stop at Laurance Wines, 3518 Caves Road at 9.20am. We drove another 15km to our 3rd stop at Willyabrup Dreaming Pottery, Willyabrup Road at 9.50am.

We drove another 17km to our 4th stop at Cowaramup at 10.22am and had lunch at Cowaramup Bakery. We drove another 18km to our 5th stop at Voyager Estate Cellar Sales, 1 Stevens Road at 12.05pm. We drove another 3km to our 6th stop at Leeuwin Estate, Leeuwin Estate Winery Stevens Road at 1pm.

From Leeuvin we drove 44km down south to Molloy Caravan Park at about 2pm passing through Witchcliffe, Karridale and turn off at Kudardup into Fisher Rd towards Molloy Island. We took a rest and drove 14km to Augusta to buy grocery at Augusta IGA and have a look at the Hardy Inlet with a riverfront view. All in all we have been driving a total of 140km for the day.

We had a very fantastic dinner of burnt BBQ beef burger, chicken and sausages - and of course with plenty of beer and wine to wash away the carbon.

Molloy Caravan Park situated about 15kms north-east of Augusta and within the Margaret River Wine Region, Molloy Caravan Park can offer you a relaxed holiday that includes boating, water skiing, canoeing and fishing. A tranquil bush land setting on the banks of the Blackwood River with excellent modern facilities.

Augusta is a small town near Cape Leeuwin at the southern extremity of the Margaret River region. It is close to some good beaches and can also be used as a base for exploring the Margaret River wine region. There’s a Jewel cave 8km north of the town and the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse where the Southern and Indian Oceans splash into each other.

Sleeping: Molloy Caravan Park - each cabin is $70.00 per night for 2pax and each extra person is $10.00. 
Temperature: Cloudy 18°C/11°C


Our 1st stop at Injidup Beach scenic spot for surfing & sunset views, with surrounding dunes & rocky formations.

Down a rutted walking track from the Injidup car park is a natural rock pool formation known as the “Injidup Spa”.

A great scenic walk down there with lovely large sand dune which we saw at Injidup Beach in Yallingup.

Clear blue water, with rocks to climb on the northern end and a large dune to slide down at the southern (Cape Clairault) end.

Rocks to climb on the northern end at Injidup Beach in Yallingup.


Catherine Oon, Betty Ching and Pauline Toh at Injidup Beach in Yallingup.


Down a rutted walking track from the Injidup car park is a natural rock pool formation known as the “Injidup Spa”. The waves were breaking over the rocks on the ocean side that looks like a large washing machine.


The beautiful scenic rock formation at Injidup Beach in Yallingup.


Dave Seah standing on the scenic rock formation at Injidup Beach in Yallingup.


Its happiness for Ching Neng Bin standing on the rock formation at Injidup Beach with cool breeze blowing.


A stunning Injidup Beach to look at, not recommended for swimming with children.


A natural rock formation protected from the wilds of the Indian Ocean at Injidup Beach in Yallingup.


Our 2nd stop was at Laurance Wines on Caves Road, Wilyabrup, WA at 9.20am.


The lake with a naked statue Dianne Laurance at Laurance Wines on Caves Road, Wilyabrup.


Catherine Oon, Betty Ching and Pauline Toh at Laurance Wines on Caves Road, Wilyabrup, WA.


The beautiful flowers at Laurance Wines on Caves Road, Wilyabrup, WA.


In 2001, the Laurance family purchased 40 hectares of prime horticultural land, this property consisted of 21 hectares of vines planted in 1996, three white and three red varieties. Dianne Laurance later acquired the adjoining 60 hectares to fulfill the dream.

Laurance Cellar with its rustic charm and European sophistication, offers visitors a tasting difference in magnificent surroundings at Laurance Wines on Caves Road, Wilyabrup, WA.


The building has been constructed of prefabricated concrete and its unique finish gives the perception of age. Iron-bark timbers sourced from the old Wooloomooloo Wharf in Sydney feature throughout the building at Laurance Wines on Caves Road, Wilyabrup, WA.


In memory of Steve Irwin "THE CROCODILE HUNTER 1962-2006" at Laurance Wines on Caves Road, Wilyabrup, WA.


Steve Irwin coin tossing memorial at Laurance Wines on Caves Road, Wilyabrup, WA.


The Rose Garden at Laurance Wines on Caves Road was totally bowled over by the beauty and serenity of the breath taking scenery.


Ching Neng Bin and uncle Rudy at Laurance Wines on Caves Road, Wilyabrup, WA.


Our 3rd stop was at Wilyabrup Dreaming Pottery in Wilyabrup a small but beautiful gallery full of unusual and original designs. All the work is made on the premises by artist/potter Bill Meiklejohn. Bill instills his love of the ocean into many of his spectacular fish & shell designs.


At Wilyabrup Dreaming Pottery you will be delight in the many unique, ocean inspired, hand made ceramics which Bill Meiklejohn creates in his peaceful, rustic studio, nestled amongst the bush.


For 17 years artist/potter Bill Meiklejohn has worked here making a variety of conventional pottery at Wilyabrup Dreaming.


At Wilyabrup Dreaming Pottery you will be delight in the many unique, ocean inspired, hand made ceramics.


At Wilyabrup Dreaming Pottery you will be delight in the many unique, ocean inspired, hand made ceramics.


Ladies under the lemon tree at Wilyabrup Dreaming Pottery in Wilyabrup.


The Black Boy tree (Balga Grass Plant) at Wilyabrup Dreaming Pottery in Wilyabrup.


Our 4th stop was at Cowaramup at 10.22am. Cowaramup is a quaint little town retaining much of the character of its group settlement farming heritage, but being reinvented as the home of a wide range of unique local produces products.


Having been founded on dairy cows, Cowaramup is still often referred to as Cow Town by the locals.


One of the 42 life-size Friesian fibreglass cows that dot the Cowaramup town.


Two of the 42 life-size Friesian fibreglass cows that dot the Cowaramup town.


Two of the 42 life-size Friesian fibreglass cows that dot the Cowaramup town.


One of the 42 life-size Friesian fibreglass cows that dot the Cowaramup town.


Ching Neng Bin and Lim Kee Moon at Cowaramup Bakery in Cowaramup for lunch.


Ching Neng Bin at Cowaramup Bakery in Cowaramup for lunch.


Dave Seah, uncle Rudy and Pauline Toh enjoyed a delightfully lunch at Cowaramup Bakery.


Catherine, Betty Ching and Lim Kee Moon enjoyed a delightfully lunch at Cowaramup Bakery.


"This is Moon Haven for wonderful handcrafted herbal products", said Lim Kee Moon in Cowaramup Town.


Candy Cow shop in Cowaramup supplies a vast array of delectable confectionery that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Products include fudges, nougats & honey crunch, among other scrumptious sweeties.


The life-size fibreglass Candy Cow at Candy Cow shop in Cowaramup town.


Our 5th stop was at Voyager Estate Cellar Sales, 1 Stevens Road at 12.05pm


Established in 1978, the wines are 100% estate grown, made and bottled, and reflect the unique qualities in Stevens Valley with its undulating slopes, warm summers and cooling maritime breezes.


The grand entrance to Voyager Estate features an enormous Australian flag that welcomes visitors as we drove through the gates. Voyager Estate founder Michael Wright was a proud Australian who followed international traditions of flying the country’s flag.


The grand entrance to Voyager Estate features an enormous Australian flag.

The grand entrance to Voyager Estate features an enormous Australian flag.


The grand entrance to Voyager Estate features an enormous Australian flag.


The grounds feature stunning gardens and lawns at Voyager Estate WA.


Voyager Estate gardens are the perfect setting for showcasing flowering plants.


Voyager Estate gardens are the perfect setting for showcasing flowering plants.


Voyager Estate gardens are the perfect setting for showcasing flowering plants.


Voyager Estate is a family-owned winery located in the famous region of Margaret River in Western Australia. Michael Wright, founder of the winery, has a heritage of more than 150 years in the winemaking business.


A typical Cape Dutch manor house is surrounded by a series of outbuildings and is arranged to leave a space in the middle known as the werf. Historically, the walled gardens of Cape Dutch farm buildings were once used for penning livestock and for added security for the immediate surrounds of the farmhouse. In later years, these walls became the home to elegant gardens.


Voyager Estate gardens are the perfect setting for showcasing flowering plants.


The Voyager Estate Restaurant is a family-owned winery located in the famous region of Margaret River.


Our 6th stop was at Leeuwin Estate, Leeuwin Estate Winery Stevens Road at 1pm. Each year Leeuwin stages a series of spectacular alfresco concerts in the picturesque grounds of the Estate as part of the Winery's ongoing association and sponsorship of the Arts. Described as the most extraordinary concerts ever held in Australia, the annual Leeuwin Concert Series now enjoys a 27-year history and features an eclectic mix of the world's finest musicians and entertainers from Dame Kiri Te Kanawa to Ray Charles, Tom Jones and Sting.


Each year Leeuwin stages a series of spectacular alfresco concerts in the picturesque grounds of the Estate as part of the Winery's ongoing association and sponsorship of the Arts.


Leeuwin Estate releases its wines under 3 labels, the Art Series, Prelude Vineyards and Siblings. Whilst the wines in each portfolio follow different lives, they all share a place amongst the great wines of Australia, receiving much international acclaim and attention.


Leeuwin Estate offers visitors with valuable insight into the history of the Estate, the unique collection of contemporary artworks featured on the ‘Art Series’ labels & the philosophy behind wine-making.


The Leeuwin Restaurant focusing on flavour, texture and aromas with museum release Leeuwin Estate wines. With sweeping verandahs, the restaurant overlooks a meadow surrounded by a forest of majestic karri trees. The Leeuwin “Wine Room”, is available for private dining group bookings.


We saw this skink lizard beside the Leeuwin Restaurant garden.


Beautiful flowers in the Leeuwin Estate garden.


Beautiful flowers in the Leeuwin Estate garden.


From Leeuwin Estate we drove 44km down south to Molloy Caravan Park at about 2pm passing through Witchcliffe, Karridale and turn off at Kudardup into Fisher Rd towards Molloy Island.


Our final stop was at Molloy Caravan Park in a peaceful bush setting on the Blackwood river. This park boasts great fishing , water sports or just relaxing taking in the wildlife. The cabins have equipped kitchen, two sets of bunk beds and a double bed (linen is not supplied).


Pacific black ducks roaming around at Molloy Caravan Park, Fisher Rd Kudardup Augusta.


The on-site cabins have fully equipped kitchens, two sets of bunk beds and a double bed and one fully self-contained chalet with ensuite facilities at Molloy Hideaway Holiday caravan park in Augusta, WA.


Each Molloy Caravan cabin has two sets of bunk beds and a double bed. Linen is not provided but can be hired upon request at a charge of $5.00 per person. Each cabin has two sets of bunk beds and a double bed. Linen is not provided but can be hired upon request at a charge of $20.00 for Double & $15.00 for Single. The Cabins have a self contained kitchenette with crockery, cutlery, pots and pans, a fridge, microwave, small oven and 2 hotplates. Cabins 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 ,9 ,10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, and 18. They do not have a shower or toilet.


Each Molloy Caravan cabin has two sets of bunk beds and a double bed.


Each Molloy Caravan cabin has two sets of bunk beds and a double bed.


Its beer time at Molloy Caravan cabin. We took a rest and drove 14km to Augusta to buy grocery at Augusta IGA and have a look at the Hardy Inlet with a riverfront view. All in all we have been driving a total of 140km for the day.


Pacific black ducks roaming around at Molloy Caravan Park, Fisher Rd Kudardup Augusta.


Pacific black ducks roaming around at Molloy Caravan Park, Fisher Rd Kudardup Augusta.


This Australian Ringneck (TwentyEight) is a parrot native to Australia is plentiful at Molloy Caravan Park,


Ching Neng Bin and Lim Kee Moon feeding the Australian Ringneck parrot at Molloy Caravan Park.


Ching Neng Bin and Lim Kee Moon feeding the Australian Ringneck parrot at Molloy Caravan Park.


Ching Neng Bin and Lim Kee Moon feeding the Australian Ringneck parrot at Molloy Caravan Park.


Lim Kee Moon feeding the Australian Ringneck (TwentyEight) parrot at Molloy Caravan Park.


Pauline Toh, Betty Ching and Catherine feeding the Australian Ringneck parrot at Molloy Caravan Park.


Pauline Toh, Betty Ching and Catherine feeding the Australian Ringneck parrot at Molloy Caravan Park.


Pauline Toh, Betty Ching and Catherine feeding the Australian Ringneck parrot at Molloy Caravan Park.


Pauline Toh, Betty Ching and Catherine feeding the Australian Ringneck parrot at Molloy Caravan Park.


Catherine Oon feeding the Australian Ringneck parrot at Molloy Caravan Park.


We took a rest and drove 14km to Augusta to buy grocery at Augusta IGA and have a look at the Hardy Inlet with a riverfront view.


Hardy Inlet located in the South West region of Western Australia. The town of Augusta is situated on the South Western shore of the inlet, the inlet opens to the Southern Ocean via Flinders Bay. Both the Blackwood River and the Scott River discharge into the north eastern end of the inlet.


Fishing on the banks of the Blackwood River which is a major river in the South West of Western Australia.


Whiting fish caught on the banks of the Blackwood River.


This is a King George Whiting fish caught on the banks of the Blackwood River.


We went to buy grocery at Augusta IGA.


Uncle Rudy and Lim Kee Moon kick start the bon-fire for a BBQ dinner at Molloy Caravan Park.


Uncle Rudy and Lim Kee Moon kick start the bon-fire for a BBQ dinner at Molloy Caravan Park.


We had fantastic dinner of burnt BBQ beef burger, chicken and sausages - and of course with plenty of beer and wine to wash away the carbon at Molloy Caravan Park.


We had fantastic dinner of burnt BBQ beef burger, chicken and sausages - and of course with plenty of beer and wine to wash away the carbon at Molloy Caravan Park.


We had fantastic dinner of burnt BBQ beef burger, chicken and sausages - and of course with plenty of beer and wine to wash away the carbon at Molloy Caravan Park.


After dinner we gather around the bon-fire for warmth and to chitchat at Molloy Caravan Park.


Reflecting our experiences on the adventure from cape to cape of the Margaret river region so far at Molloy Caravan Park.


An unexpected visitor called on us for apple which we gave to her. Please don't scare our ladies and Goodnight!

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