The answer to the stress and strain of looking after the Little Darwin resident Curlews and their vulnerable chicks has been found - metal ones kindly presented to us as a very much appreciated, surprise Christmas present from neighbours. The Curlew chicks, either side of a parent , always hungry, are shown parading about the strange interlopers . Imagine the shock a Barking Owl will receive when it pounces on the metal chick at night .
On seeing the camper van being packed, Bela , a much travelled Darwin Boxer, became worried that she was going to be left at home alone , instead of sitting up there with the family and going for another long trip , this time to Brisbane . Nervously, she eyed all the activity . However, once she knew she was going to hit the road , she broke out in the cheesiest of grins, with the help of a chewy, squeaky toy .
