Victoria Market is a huge flea market that covers a half city block in the northern part of Melbourne. After a short street car ride, the Russells spent a couple of hours

wandering through the buildings and tents: there was food, animals, flowers, clothing, and Australian curios for sale. It was fun to relax, browse and see the different items.

Australian curios for sale at the market.

Short, colorful didgeridoos (a

musical instrument played by the Aborigines).

Decorated boomerangs of all sizes.

Brightly painted “water sticks” (stones inside

make a sound like running water when

the rod is tilted).

A whole squadron of painted boomerangs

tempt buyers.

Leather “bush” hats of all sizes, shapes, and shades.

Just what you need—a wild and colorful

belt buckle.

Tasty kangaroo salami--plain or garlic

(oh yummy).

Some special goodies to nibble on.

Nice pile of mushrooms for the evening meal.

The “Polish Deli Smokehouse” with lots of tasty meats for every need.

Anyone for a banana?

A variety of food to choose from.

Bob’s favorite spot in the

market—the wine booth!

Just what every house

needs—a skin to toss on the

floor.

Baby grouse to take home and

prepare.

Lace curtains ready to hang.

Stuffed Koala Bears for the kids.

A young street artist makes a few bucks

singing for shoppers.