Over recent years the dramatic increase in the humpback population in the Salish Sea means we can find humpbacks almost all year round. However the frequency starts to increase around March as the humpbacks return in numbers to their feeding grounds. Their numbers peak in the fall and early winter months. What month is best […]
Author: Darrel Pratt
Where Is Aurora In Victoria?
Aurora is in the City of Whittlesea council area. It is about 20 km from the Melbourne CBD and is approximately 668 ha in area. It is bound by the Hume Freeway (to Sydney), Epping Road, Craigieburn Road and O’Herns Road on the west, east, north and south sides respectively. Where can I see the […]
Is There A Coral Reef In Victoria?
While we do not have reef building corals in Victoria many of our rocky reefs are covered in brightly coloured animals and seaweeds. Reefs are found where rocks occur above or below the waterline. Is the Great Barrier Reef in Victoria? The reef is located in the Coral Sea, off the coast of Queensland, Australia, […]
Are There Killer Whales In Victoria?
Most encounters with offshore killer whales have taken place near Haida Gwaii (formerly Queen Charlotte Islands) and 15 or more kilometres off the west coast of Vancouver Island. Are there orcas in Victoria Australia? Travel along Victoria’s spectacular southern coastline and watch humpback whales, southern right whales, blue whales and orcas as they make their […]
Where Should I Spend My New Year In Victoria?
Your Ultimate New Years Eve Guide for Victoria, B.C. New Years Eve at the Empress. New Years Eve Gala at Bear Mountain. Celebrate at the Oak Bay Beach Hotel. Dance into 2020 in Sidney, B.C. New Years Eve Dinner Party at House of Boateng. Groove into the New Year in Oak Bay. Sparkling New Years […]
How Much Is A Miners Right In Victoria?
$26. A miner’s right allows you to remove and keep minerals discovered on Crown Land, your own land or private land (where the landowner has given permission). A 10-year miner’s right costs $26 and is for individuals only (not businesses). You can purchase a miner’s right online or purchase a miner’s right through an agent. […]
Can You Prospect In State Forest Victoria?
Searching for gold, minerals and gemstones, also known as fossicking, is permitted in our state forests and regional parks and some national parks, state parks and waterways. Activities are also permitted on private property as long as you have permission from the landholder. Can you prospect in a state forest? You must have a permit […]
How Do I Withdraw From Manitoba Pnp?
To withdraw your application: Send the MPNP a written request signed by you, the applicant. (To withdraw your application after receiving a letter of approval, you must notify both the MPNP at [email protected] and the Canadian visa office to which the MPNP sent your certificate of nomination.) How can I withdraw PNP nomination? To withdraw […]
Is Victoria Beach Laguna Private?
Is Victoria Beach a public or private beach? Victoria Beach is open to the public, but it’s not as easy to access as some of the other beaches so feels “private.” It is frequented by locals, but anyone can go! Are there private beaches in Laguna Beach? Irvine Cove Beach is a private beach for […]
Is Victoria Urban?
Victoria has a compact, dense urban form that is characteristic of larger cities, yet has access to nature, open spaces and a quality of life often associated with smaller communities. What type of name is Victoria? Origin: Victoria is a Latin name meaning “victory.” Gender: The name Victoria is commonly used for girls, while the […]