Much of the world in desperate turmoil this mad mad year . . . but Earth and nature abide: Guildford's Manetti roses are once again in full bloom this early Spring, and despite a few aphids, are looking better than ever.
Beware of the Frogs
Kings Meadow Reserve. In the original 1829 Guildford Town Plan prepared by H.C. Sutherland, a huge riverside-frontage allotment was vested in the Crown. It remains pubic land. On its website, the City of Swan issues the following warning: "Beware of snakes during summer as this reedy area where the two rivers meet is a huge frog habitat". Perhaps this explains the precise, careful gait of this polo pony (part of the reserve is currently leased to the Perth Polo Club).
