Friday, May 23, 2025

Balnarring Beach, Mornington Peninsula for Skywatch Friday

 




In the first photograph, Joel is visible in the distance, intently focused on photographing seaweed along the shoreline. The air has grown markedly cooler, and the sky bears the pale, steely blue that signals the quiet approach of winter. It is in such moments that the necessity of reconnecting with the natural world becomes most apparent—calming, grounding, and essential to the soul.

Balnarring Beach, located on the Mornington Peninsula southeast of Melbourne, stretches along the calm waters of Western Port Bay. Its gentle crescent shape and serene outlook toward Phillip Island make it a place of both quiet retreat and natural charm. The area is known for its safe swimming waters, expansive foreshore reserves, and the peaceful rhythm of tidal life.

The name “Balnarring” is thought to originate from Indigenous words meaning “little” and “gumtree,” a poetic nod to the native landscape. European settlement began in earnest in the 1840s when pastoral stations were established, and by the latter half of the 19th century, Balnarring had grown to include a post office, a school, and a church. The arrival of the railway in the early 20th century further connected the township with surrounding areas, allowing more visitors to discover its coastal beauty.

Balnarring Beach—once also known as Tulum Beach—has long held a quiet reputation as a haven for holidaymakers and nature lovers. In more recent times, it was honoured as one of Australia's cleanest beaches, a testament to the community's stewardship and respect for the land.

Even as seasons shift and the cold edges in, Balnarring Beach remains a place of stillness and reflection—a coastal landscape where history, nature, and memory meet in tranquil harmony.


Sony A7RV

FE 20-70mm f4 G


Linking Skywatch Friday


The past fortnight has been exceedingly busy for me. Despite the considerable amount of work I have undertaken, the returns have felt rather meagre. Joel and I have been diligently studying investments in the Japanese stock market, prompted by Warren Buffett’s decision to reallocate his wealth into Japanese equities.



34 comments:

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    1. It was a good time. There wasn't many interests to focus on

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  2. It is a beautiful area, serene and peaceful. I really like your first photograph.

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    1. When it is of high tide, there isn't many areas to choose from

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  3. Captivating and serene. I love ❤️ the water. Beautiful photos.

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    1. F4 is not bright enough but I was lazy to bring more lenses

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  4. Interesante recorrido visual a partir del tronco.
    Un abrazo.

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  5. What beautiful light and colors in your beach photos. A day at the beach always beats a day at work.

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  6. A very interesting read and splendid photos! Also interesting about Warren Buffett.

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  7. That single shell. When put "on display" as this is, we notice it so much more than when part of all those that wash up on the beach. It's lovely.

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    1. Someone did that I assume. I just snapped a shot there

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  8. Fantastic photos of a beautiful location.

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  9. Ese tronco en primer plano es una buena elección en la composición.

    Saludos.

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  10. Un lugar donde se respira paz y sosiego, algo espero siga siendo así.

    Saludos.

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  11. The light and colors in your beach photos are absolutely stunning!
    Such a perfect place to escape from the daily grind.

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  12. Oddly enough I first though Joel was on a motorcycle. I have a strange brain.

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  13. Beautiful photos, beautiful beach! Take care, have a great day and a happy weekend.

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  14. A nice description for a beautiful stretch of beach.

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  15. Wonderful place to take in the beauty of nature and realize that life isn't about hurrying and talking fast, and just slow down.

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  16. A peaceful setting. Nothing quite like a beach. Thank you for linking up.

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  17. The focus is on the shell, which shows a beautiful pattern, the sky is only blurred and its full beauty can unfortunately only be guessed at.

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