Albany
It was good to be finally in Albany. I had ridden 684 kilometres to get there. Add another 20 kilometres or so riding around the town, that makes over 700 kilometres for the trip. I also took a bus on two legs. This region is only a small part of the State of Western Australia. I guess that puts the size of this place in perspective.
ANZAC Centre
The main reason for going to Albany was to see the National ANZAC Centre. The centre was established to commemorate the Australian and New Zealand soldiers that left Albany in 1914 to fight in World War One.
The Centre is located on the side of Mount Clarence, overlooking the town of Albany and St Georges Harbour. It is an outstanding museum.
One of the people primarily responsible for the Centre is the brother of my London host. Ironically their Grandfather features in the exhibits. Check out the link below.
Walk
If you are visiting the ANZAC Centre, I suggest that you there via the Padre White trail which starts in the town and takes you to the top of Mount Clarence.
Flickr Link
ANZAC Centre URL
http://www.nationalanzaccentre.com.au/
Dexter Story
http://www.nationalanzaccentre.com.au/story/walter-ernest-dexter
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