Federation Square, or that should be Federation off-square as there is not a straight line in the whole place. The Ballon is and animation of the sun that you can manipulate with your iPhone.
Dad’s leg is now looking like an abscess has formed, as there is a fluctuant area so off to Hospital we went to find someone to stick a knife into it. Surprisingly the ED waiting room was empty so it was not too long before Dad was ushered in. The nurse came out to get me to join Dad after a bit, and small world, she is from Methven. Dad had a junior, book wise doctor, assess his leg and I kept my mouth shut, kind of. She clearly did not know how to examine a leg and was clearly thinking what is this? She was very pleasant and ordered an x-ray and reassured us that there was no fracture, thanks. Her senior who was a very poor communicator reviewed things and felt that it was not tender enough to be an abscess. He spoke to the junior Doctor about Dad as if we were not there and gave instructions to give an IV dose of antibiotics and return if it gets worse. He could use a lesson on bedside manner, and how to ask a non leading question.
Dad put his feet up for the afternoon and I went into town by bus for a look. There is an excellent public transport system, including trams that give the place real character. Shops galore full of millions of knick knacks, all looking vaguely similar, heaps of restaurants and cafes, museums, an excellent free tram runs around the city centre giving a tourist related commentary. Some interesting Buskers. A man in an oversized Soccer ball, watching the world cup Football as some sort of promotion. Interesting architecture with lots of high rise buildings, Nice river and waterfront, Excellent stadiums, Theatre and oh did I mention the shops. Overall, I can see what the fuss is about, Melbourne is a good looking city with a good vibe. I like it.
Evening getting our fluids up and watching Movies.
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