Fraser Island

This is my first post-graduation trip: The Adventure of FRASER ISLAND!! what a great experience I had...We drove from Brisbane City to Urangan where we took a cruise to reach the Island. Once we arrived in the island, we drove with a 4wd car along the sandy coastal beach and inland tracks. Then, we spent our night with camping under the starry sky. =) Besides of the priceless experience with friends, one of the most attractive and magnificent view is definitely Lake Mckenzie, a must-thing-to-see here!

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Journey to Great Barrier Reef

My summer getaway started with a trip to Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island and Whitehaven Beach. These are among the famous attractions for those nature-lovers in Australia. I went on a helicopter and snorkeled under the sea to discover the real beauty of Great Barrier Reef. Trust me, the experience was truly amazing! I hope you'll enjoy the video =)

 

Credit song: Zainal Abidin "Hijau"

My tears, laughters, sweats and happiness

After four years in Brisbane, I have successfully completed my undergraduate with Honours in Biotechnology. All praise to god for His blessings and also thanks to those who are always with me at any circumstances. I'm definitely going to miss my alma mater, University of Queensland (UQ) and these lovely people.

Credit song: Nickelback "Photography"

Ocean #4

 

Location: Pangkor Island, Perak, Malaysia

Perak is situated up-north in Peninsular, and 3 hours driving from Kuala Lumpur (capital city of Malaysia). The state is famous for various tourist attractions including Pangkor Island which located at west-coast of Perak. The island is a perfect gateway for honeymoon, friends hang-out and family trips. I captured these pictures during my summer break in December 2009. The above picture is in the day while the bottom one is during sunset.

Plants #1

 

Location: Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia

One of my favourite habits is observing the nature, especially the fresh-looking greenish plants. These pictures were taken from my house back in Malaysia. I always amazed with the natural beauty and enjoyed with the calmness. 

Flowers #2

 

Location: Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia 

White-coloured flowers always be my favourite of all flowers. I like the combination of the pure white colour which contrasts to the fresh-greenish leaves. Hope you notice there's a droplet of water on the white petal. This picture was taken outside of my house back in Malaysia.

Architecture #3

Location: Treasury Casino, Brisbane Australia

If you are visiting Brisbane, you definitely must have a picture in front of this Treasury Casino. The casino has a unique building architecture and during night, colourful lights shine the building. This picture was taken December 2010.

Ocean #3

 

Location: Bruny Island, Tasmania, Australia 

Watching sea lions is one of my greatest experience living in Australia. I booked a 3-hour cruise trip in Bruny Island and one of the fantastic attractions here is to watch wild sea lions. This picture was captured last winter break (July 2010)

Bird #1

Location: Bruny Island, Tasmania, Australia

An unexpected yet beautiful view is a flock of birds laying around the big stones. I can't recall what the species is. This picture was taken during my cruise trip in Bruny Island July 2010.

Lake #5

Location: Dove Lake, Tasmania, Australia

I captured this picture while I was in the middle of walking circuit surrounding Dove Lake. I like the idea to metaphore the branching wood with decision-making. Humans have to make a good decision and to some extent, we probably arrive to the point where we confuse and we are not sure which is the best decision to make. Either one may come to failure or vice versa. But that's what we call life anyway. We cannot get rid of decision-making, can we?

Lake #4

Location: Dove Lake, Tasmania, Australia

A breathtaking and magnificient scenery isn't it? This picture was captured during my last winter break (July 2010). Dove Lake is located near to Launceston. I'm pretty sure there's an interesting history of this lake though I can't recall it. I recommend people whom plan to visit Tasmania must spend their time to enjoy the beautiful panorama of Dove Lake.

Sea Cave #1

Location: Bruny Island, Tasmania, Australia

Bruny Island cruise activity is not just fascinating with watching wild sea lions and discovering the meeting point of Southern Ocean and Tasman Sea. Yet other fantastic attractions include the beautiful deep sea cave as the picture above. You will discover the history of the sea cave formation if you join the cruise trip!

Mushroom #1

Location: Launceston Cataract Gorge, Tasmania, Australia

Mushroom is my favourite object to test and play with iso and blurry effect of my camera. If you look at the architecture of mushroom ( I am referring to the gills) you will find that the gills have a unique appearance. I can spend almost half an hour just to capture mushroom images because to get a best picture, I definitely need to work out the best angle with the most suitable camera setting. Well, if I manage to capture the best picture, the time spent is worthwhile.

Lake #3

Location: Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown, New Zealand

So far, the best place that I've been is Queenstown, New Zealand. I like the lakes over there. Those lakes are beautiful and breath-taking. I visited Queenstown during winter which was in July 2009. Lake Wakatipu is very near to Queenstown city and you can enjoy the scenery along the highway which takes you to Wanaka, Milford Sound, Coronet Peak etc. 

Lake #2

Location: Milford Sound, Queenstown, New Zealand

Escape from hussles and bussles and forget about your stress and workload. The  beautiful panorama of Milford Sound gives you 110% calmness and makes you want to stay there for some time. Enjoying the natural beauty without human touch is certainly the main activity that you will expect when you arrive here. 

Ocean #2

Location: Byron Bay, Queensland, Australia

Byron Bay is one of the famous natural attractions in Queensland. Located there is Cape Byron light house which is the most eastern point of the Australian Mainland. People often spend their time here to enjoy beautiful sunset and sunrise views.

Lake #1

Location: Te Anau Lake, Queenstown, New Zealand

Te Anau Lake is another famous attractions in Queenstown. Te Anau is nearest stop before reaching Milford Sound. The scenary is beautiful and magnificient. I took this picture when the sun almost set.

Forest #1

Location: Canyon Lookout, Springbrook National Park, Queensland, Australia

Ocean #1

Location: Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia

Flowers #1

 

 

 

Location: Roma St Parkland, Brisbane Australia

Architecture #2

Location: Kurilpa Bridge, Brisbane Australia

One of my favourite bridges in Brisbane is Kurilpa Bridge. I captured this image last year. The bridge looks stunning during night with colourful lights shining the bridge. The bridge connects Brisbane city and Cultural Centre of South Bank. 

Peacefulness #1

Location: Springbrook National Park, Queensland Australia

Spending time with friends or families in the midst of tranquility and serenity of waterfall certainly is the best activity during leisure time. Springbrook National Park is a perfect place to relax with the beloved ones.

Waterfall #3

Location: Twin Falls Circuit, Springbrook National Park, Queensland Australia

Architecture #1

Location: Queens College, University of Melbourne Australia

I went to Melbourne in December 2010 during Chrismas period. While I walked along College Crescent, I noticed this building looked unique with beautiful flowers in front of the building. One reason why I love to visit Melbourne because of the unique architecture of the buildings and I guess most of tourists will agree with me.

Waterfall #2

Location: Twin Falls Circuit, Springbrook National Park, Queensland, Australia

Serenity and tranquility. You can meet the waterfall if you follow the twinfalls circuit track at Springbrook National Park. Besides, you can walk behind the waterfall and feel continual water splash to your skin. I captured this picture in April 2011 during mid-day.

Metropolitan & City #1

Location: The view of Brisbane City from Mount Cootha, Brisbane Australia

One of the best lookout in Brisbane city is Mount Coo-tha. While enjoying the scenic view of Brisbane city, visitors can have some coffee while hang-out in the nearest restaurant. It is worthwhile spending time during sunrise, sunset, day and night. 

Waterfall #1

Location: Kondalilla Falls National Park, Sunshine Coast Queensland, Australia

Do not miss to spend your time to swim at Kondalilla Falls if visiting Sunshine Coast. I went there during summer 2009 with my friends. We enjoyed very much!