It is still bone-dry but now the temperatures (around 25*C) enable to start working outside. Another load of pine chips needs to be spread around the plants.
A radical approach to an old fruit tree that never has been pruned before.
Telstra showed mercy and finally backfilled the trench.

The decking around the house takes shape. This includes a ramp for Clare when she gets older and has more problems with her hips.
The native seedlings are also doing their best.
Only the neighbours are unproductive and have nothing better to do than fighting.