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Our journey began in Glenbrook, where Karen and I stopped at a bakery for bánh mì before heading into Blue Mountains National Park. With lunch enjoyed and the afternoon ahead, we set off toward Red Hands Cave, continuing my exploration of the landscapes, histories, and spiritual connections of Dharug Country. At the park entrance we paid the $8 vehicle entry fee, with roughly 13 kilometres of scenic driving remaining before we reached the cave’s car park.

Today I continued my journey along the Dyarubbin, visiting five locations and exploring seven sights along the great river. With my camera ready, I followed its winding course through familiar parks, quiet lagoons, riverbanks and an elevated lookout. Some of these places have been part of my life for years, yet approaching them with an interest in Dharug history gave them another dimension. Alongside my own memories, I began to consider the much longer relationships between p

Sometimes the greatest adventures begin with a simple walk. I caught the train to Katoomba to continue my exploration of Aboriginal spirituality and the ancient cultures of Australia's First Nations peoples. I had no particular expectations, other than wanting to explore Gundungurra Country and discover something about the people who had lived there for thousands of years. After leaving the centre of Katoomba, I walked for approximately 30–35 minutes to a place called Gargure