It is wonderful to be back in Australia again. And to be here with some real anticipation about the Ashes series, although that was severely challenged after the disastrous performance in the first Test. So many England supporters are due to travel here so I really hope that they are rewarded by a much improved performance from now on. Meanwhile…….

……to add to my excitement is the adventure that I am embarking on with my ABC colleague, Jim Maxwell. I am piloting a light aircraft into towns in regional Australia to promote the amazing charity, Angel Flight. Basically this is a vital service provided by private pilots with no funding, who transport patients seeking medical assistance from remote areas of Australia to the main centres. So look out for us bringing lots of Ashes chat and promoting Angel Flight in Orange, Moree, Louth and Parachilna. You can follow our progress in Emma’s daily blog, which was so popular last time she was here.