Booral to Woody Point.

Our Week

Last Sunday we said goodbye to Juno at Booral. She watched us leave with her calm little face, and as always, it was bittersweet walking away from a house sit we enjoyed so much. From there, we headed to Coolacove to visit our friends Leah, Phil, and Zeus who we have sat for previously. It was wonderful to see them again — familiar faces, warm hugs, and that easy feeling of being welcomed back. They invited us to stay the night, and it felt like a gentle pause between sits.

On Monday we made our way to Woody Point to meet Henry and Sue, the homeowners. Henry greeted us with that big hound friendliness — tail wagging, eyes soft, and a whole lot of love in his welcome. Sue was just as warm, making us feel comfortable from the moment we stepped inside.

After meeting them, Tuesday became our transition day. We set up camp at Pelican Park for the night, letting the breeze off the bay settle us in. The water was calm, the air cool, and it felt like the perfect place to rest before starting the next sit.

We began the Woody Point house sit on Wednesday. When we arrived, Henry was stretched out in the sunshine, baking himself like a big, happy lizard. The moment he saw us, his tail started wagging and he lifted his head with that gentle excitement only a loving hound can show.    

Being at Woody Point has also given Grant the chance to visit his parents. They were so happy to see us, and it’s been lovely to have that family connection woven into our week.

Wind, rain, sunshine — the weather has been changing every day. But through it all, Henry has been our steady companion, and Woody Point has given us a peaceful, friendly place to settle for a while.

Even though this is only our first week here at Woody Point, this blog is a short one. We’ve moved from Booral to Cooloola Cove, then on to Pelican Park and finally into Henry’s sunny little world — and already it feels like we’ve settled into a new rhythm.

There is so much more ahead. Henry’s gentle nature, the changing weather over Bramble Bay, the visits with Grant’s parents, and the everyday moments that make each house sit special. This is just the beginning, and there will be plenty more stories to come as our time here unfolds.

Jetty to Jetty Marathon

This weekend was also the Jetty to Jetty Marathon here at Woody Point. It’s one of the Moreton Bay region’s biggest running events, bringing locals and visitors together along the beautiful Redcliffe foreshore. Each year the marathon supports community causes, helping raise money and awareness for local charities.

For 2026, the charity partner was IAMKIND Movement — a community organisation promoting kindness and positive change, and the event helped share their message throughout the campaign.