It’s autumn and the fruit is ripe for the picking. Time to head out to Bilpin to check out the orchards.

To start off, a pit stop under the oak tree.

And some refreshments.

Then, the main event.

Hubby’s height was put to great use as he picked 3 types of apples, 3 types of pears and some plums – 18kg in all – hauled it back to the car! What did I do? I took care of Bridie Beagle, who enjoyed her walk around the orchard.