It’s nearly Springtime or is it Djilba?

The Canola fields are in full flower and yes we have had a couple of nice sunny days but it’s still cold in the mornings with some rain, not quite Winter and yet not quite Spring.

Recently, I have learnt that in Noongar culture their calendar has six distinctly different seasons Birak, Bunuru, Djeran, Makuru, Djilba and Kambarang.

These seasons are not tied just to the weather but also related to other events such as the flowering of plants and or the behaviour of the animals in a local region. The Noongar seasons can be long or short depending on the what is happening and the ever-changing conditions around us. Only having four seasons and these being determined by a specific date is something I have always found somewhat simplistic and possibly naive.

I guess no matter what seasonal calendar we choose to adopt I am sure I wouldn’t be able to buy a jumper in winter, thanks to our friends in the fashion industry and their secret calendar system. #culture

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What's Gingin like for family-friendly holidays?

The destination of Gingin is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with your children. There are some interesting activities that the entire family might enjoy.

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The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Gingin is 510 mm.

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While you and your family are staying in Gingin, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as West Coast Honey, Gravity Discovery Centre and Barracca Nature Reserve. Make sure that you allow plenty of time for activities here such as Briery Estate Wines.

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