After a bitterly cold night where we hugged the coastline, the sun rose on a crystal clear morning. We were approaching the last headland before turning into Twofold bay and the port of Eden. At nine we were secured to the wharf and soon after checking in with the harbourmaster, a much simpler process to checking into a country. Coffee, scones and cream followed at a nearby cafe, yum. Tonight we have already decided it will be local seafood and a drink to celebrate another passage.

Looking ahead for the final passage to Lakes Entrance there is a cold front coming through almost every day until next Saturday, so it looks like a few days in Eden before setting sail again. Damien is taking the opportunity to catch a bus home to see his wife and family. They won't recognise him with his free range whiskers!