We were up in the air for a bit longer than planned, which made for a late evening arrival for Two’s Company. The next morning, we were up relatively early for a decent breakfast, a vast improvement on James’s late-night tuna sandwich situation. Jacob’s Ladder, Again! For goodness sake, the trudge up this one was immense, going on and on in the heat of the day. Helen, of course, strode up the hundreds of steps like a spring chicken, unphased by the gruelling climb. Crocodile DunHelen eagerly...

A familiar face greeted us as Two's Company pulled into Melbourne Cross Station. Within minutes, we were whisked away to Geelong, eventually arriving at the Brown’s family home in Drysdale. Saturday brought a special occasion. Young Alex smashed a 50 not out—coincidentally, it was his dad Andrew’s 50th birthday celebration weekend! All Aboard ‘The Q Train” The evening was a fantastic blur of steam and fine dining. Clickety, click went the tracks as we meandered through the Aussie countryside....

We’ve swapped the political buzz of Canberra for the quiet charm of Albury, arriving mid-afternoon ready for a new adventure. Manor House Mayhem First order of business: checking in to The Manor House. James was immediately suspicious; this place felt less "Aussie B&B" and more "Scottish Highlands." We’re talking suits of armour, shields, intimidating old paintings and a four-poster bed. A proper castle stay in the middle of New South Wales? Certainly not what Two's Company expected! Our...