Yarra Views - Don't feed the Ducks Warrandyte, Victoria, Australia
By 4evatinks on 28-May-15. Waypoint GC5WBMW

At CO's request, his cache was Unarchived. They were advised what needed to happen. It is now over 4 weeks since the cache was Unarchived and it still sits disabled.As there has been no response to the email requests of 04/Jan/2024 and 02/Feb/2024, it would appear the cache has effectively been abandoned.If there are components or remnants of the cache and you haven't already done so, please return to the GZ and collect the cache (or remnants). We don't want to litter our environment with Georubbish.If you wish to contact a Reviewer regarding this cache, please send an email via the profile - [**Bunjil**,](https://coord.info/PR9GZ0K) and quote the cache name and GC number.

Unarchiving cache - advice received from CO via email.

**Cache Archived**No response from CO to previous request. Cache would appear to have been abandoned - taking the next step and de-listing. If there are components or remnants of the cache and you haven't already done so, please return to the GZ and collect the cache (or remnants). We don't want to litter our environment with Georubbish.If you wish to contact a Reviewer regarding this cache, please send an email via the profile - [**Bunjil**,](https://coord.info/PR9GZ0K) and quote the cache name and GC number.

Moved to S 37.44.191, E 145.13.190. Will update cache details when I get home. Moved due to council clearing at original location.

----------### **OWNER MAINTENANCE REQUESTED PLEASE** ###----------Hi there 4evatinks,It looks like this cache might need some attention, as one or more seekers have indicated there is some sort of issue. The recent logs may contain more details about what sort of issues are evident.The cache has been [**temporarily disabled**](https://www.geocaching.com/help/index.php?pg=kb.chapter&id=38&pgid=235), so as to remove it from search listings and discourage people from visiting this location, until the issues/s can be addressed.**You do need to respond in some way within 14 days,** so others know you are on top of it, as well as indicating exactly what is happening with this placement - please don't let a lack of communication scuttle this listing.#What you need to do:-#You have a number of choices so pick the one that applies from this handy list:-- **Check On The Cache** - once checked, place an Owner Maintenance log and then enable the cache.- **Place A Write Note Log** - indicating a date when you expect it will be restored. - **Adopt Out or Archive** - depending on whether you want it kept or for it to disappear.Full details for each of the above choices can be found at [**GEOCACHE MAINTENANCE**]( https://wiki.groundspeak.com/display/GEO/Victoria) on the Regional Policies page.You might wonder what happens if you don't pick one of the above. Well, when the cache is next checked by a Reviewer, if the issue has not been addressed, or there is no acknowledgment as requested above, it will be assumed the cache has been abandoned. It would be far better if you decide, so please do something before then. Please don't send an email but instead follow the information/advice posted above.Thanks for your cooperation,Bunjil (Pete & Helen)Volunteer Reviewers - Australia[3B]

I will check on this geocache within the next 7 days and replace if needed. I'll post and update when I do.

No luck today

Either missing or desperately needs coordinates fixed

My 2nd try here. The previous was a good year back. This time I had a hint from a PAF. But it appears the spoils from the new sign may have covered it...

This geocacher reported that the cache might be missing.

If it’s to the left of the stairs whilst looking down at the river then it can’t possibly be at the exact coords. Unlucky this time round. Will come back when there’s less muggles.

TFTC lots of muggles in area. Stealth needed

Found with Geospinifex and MangoJango. Took nothing, left nothing

GPS led me a bit astray. Had to use the hint

Lovely stroll in the rain with a friend and my muggle mother Thanx for the Adventure 4evatinks Stay Dirty 20683:10pmSmokeyBearOG

Lots of ducks and pigeons at GZ we didn't feed them as we enjoyed our lunch too much to share. It was a quick stroll in-between rain showers as SMOG and I were trying to introduce a muggle to our hobbie. Unfortunately, this wasn't a great example as the camouflage at GZ is dead so container was easily spotted.

Found on a freestyle caching day with ilukaperi

Catching up for caching today with day1976, we did freestyle caching, with no plans.
Found in a pile of flood debris, unexpected but at least it's signable.

TFTC! An excellent hide.

I found it using the hint

Nice, easy find. All in good condition. TFTC

A nice way to end a lil trip down the Yarra with MushMushMoose

Too dark for muggles no ducks either Tftc

Easy Peasy Potato Squeezy.

#1369 - After a wonderful nearby bagel, we endeavoured on a lovely walk along the river.
Spent awhile at GZ watching the ducks and as the Muggles passed by, we searched around GZ for the cache. Looking back on previous logs helped us zone into GZ and make the find.

Tftc

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Out today to push my score closer to the next milestone. The weather wasn't great, but it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I searched for a long time for this one. Having seen a recent log, I looked there, then grabbed a stick and started poking, eventually finding the cache. It's supposed to be a small, but it's really just a micro, so even harder to find.



Many thanks to 4evatinks for the cache.

Found by Rebel Acts in the company of Omegaman1971

just a hand full of caches today as we turned unfound's into smiles, always plenty of laughs while we are out and about.

This is one of the caches found today. This one had me scratching my head at the location of the hide.

Thanks 4evatinks for the cache.

After being thwarted by muggles and floods and just plain not being able to find it it was 4th time lucky here on ANZAC day. As others have said this is an odd spot. Looks like it should be on the sign. But finally spotted in the pile of flood detritus. That wasn't there last time so this can't be the original hiding spot but I can't see what could be!

Based on the description, hint, my own observations, and comments from successful finders, I'm pretty sure a couple of muggles were sitting directly next to it.

It took a few minutes but we finally found it.

This cache was meant to be sorted out speedily, but it took me a long while to find. It is in an unlikely spot and I must have walked past it twenty times before finding it. I was so glad when it all clicked.

Out for day enjoying sun and exploring new playground. After looking in slight wrong location due to misinterpretation spotted cache a mile off in plain sight but likely intended spot. Tried to find a safer spot that fitted the hint but could not. Forgot a pen but took pic of log. TFTC

We had the yummiest sausage roll and muffin at the nearby bakery before wandering down to admire the impressive Yarra River and find this cache. Not where we expected. We wondered if it may have been washed into this spot during a flood. Replaced as found.

Found after a yummy lunch from the bakery above. Lovely spot.

Nice easy find

Had a quick attempt at this one as we'd had lunch here, but quite a few muggles around left us without the find.

Trying to avoid being noticed by approaching muggles, this one was more akin to a monkey with his hand in the coke jar! Not absolutely sure the cache was located in the intended hidey hole - we replaced it where found it.

Tons of muggles out for Australia Day...enjoyed some baked.goods from the bakery and enjoyed the 3 ducklings! TFTF!

Had a DNF here a couple of months ago after the floods subsided and then noticed that it had been replaced, so come for teh find and found it!
Not sure if its was in its correct place, but put it back where I found it

TFTC!

Nice hide

Lots of Fun the ducks where there.

We DNFed this one a few months back after the floods. Today while on a pleasant family outing, we found the replacement. A quick retrieve and sign, located as per the previous log. There were a few muggles nearby, but all engrossed in their own activities.
Container in good condition, and log nice and dry.
TFTC

We found it on the floor so we hid it in the broken bush. Owner should probably put it in a safer spot so no muggles get it. TFTC

We forgot to bring our trusty geocaching tool (pencil) so used a stick. Great spot!

Nice spit

Thank u for the cache

On a family trip to Australia, checked my app and boom!
Thanks for the cache

Easy find. Nice stroll along the river. Bring a pen.

Cache has been replaced. Please make sure when you leave it isn't visible to passers by.

Had to be sneaky getting this one! Having a swim on this warm day was very tempting!

### **OWNER MAINTENANCE REQUIRED PLEASE** ###

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Hi there 4evatinks,

This cache has been flagged by Geocaching HQ as a cache that **MAY** need some attention.

You may recall having received an automated email from Geocaching HQ which explained what you needed to do.

Unfortunately, nothing seems to have happened, so the cache is being temporarily disable - see here: [**Geocache Health Score.**](https://www.geocaching.com/help/index.php?pg=kb.chapter&id=38&pgid=713)

**You do need to respond to this enquiry in some way within 14 days, so others know you are on top of it, as well as indicating exactly what is happening with this placement - please don't let a lack of communication scuttle this listing.**

#What should you do now:-#
You have a number of choices so pick the one that applies from this handy list:-

- **Check On The Cache:-** Visit the cache to check, repair, replace or do whatever else is needed, post an [**Owner Maintenance log**](http://support.groundspeak.com/index.php?pg=kb.page&id=404) indicating the cache has been checked and [**ENABLE your cache.**](https://support.groundspeak.com/index.php?pg=kb.page&id=235 ) Then sit back and wait for the logs of praise to roll in.

- **Place A Write Note Log:-** Reviewers are not mind readers (more's the pity), so without your note on the cache page explaining that the site works are on-going, you have been in hospital, the area is in flood, or some other reason that has prevented attending to the cache, they can't tell what is going on.
You need to post a note to the page (within 14 days) explaining the situation and when a Reviewer next looks at the listing, all will be fine for a little bit longer.
Be sure to indicate **the actual date that you expect to have it fixed** so that everyone knows you are on top of it. If you have a long term unavailable cache (where you don't have an actual date) please **post a Write Note log every 4 to 6 weeks,** so as to keep everyone up to speed.

- **Adopt/Archive:-** If you don't plan on fixing it then you could consider passing it on to another Geocacher by asking them to [**Adopt it**](https://www.geocaching.com/help/index.php?pg=kb.chapter&id=38&pgid=54) or alternatively, you need to [**Archive it,**](https://www.geocaching.com/help/index.php?pg=kb.chapter&id=38&pgid=56) so it is removed from searches and someone else can have the spot. Don't forget to remove any remnants of your previously enjoyed cache too.

You might wonder what happens if you don't pick one of the above. Well, when the cache is next checked by a Reviewer, if the issue has not been addressed, or there is no acknowledgment as requested above, it will be assumed the cache has been abandoned and processed accordingly.

Honestly, it's better for you to decide, so please do something before then. Please don't send me an email but instead follow the information/advice posted above.

Thanks for your cooperation,

Bunjil

[3AS]

A quick stop on the way home from the Whittlesea MEGA. Given the recent floods (and the resultant debris some way up the trees) and the DNFs, I didn't expect to find this one. A bit of a poke about between passing muggles, but if it's still there, it eluded me today.

No love. Evidence of flooding and ?washed away.

Don’t think it’s here anymore with the recent flooding of the Yarra

DNF - don't think it's here anymore

We had a good look, but no luck.

No good. Must been gone.

Must be gone.

No luck

TFTC

Thanks for the hide.
Nice spot.
We had a great day out.

Nice find, lovely stroll after the rain.

Found it! We enjoyed our time at the Pottery Expo and now it was time to go home. On my way to get the car I stopped and found this cache. Lots of Muggles here. With my large bag covering my intention, the nearby Muggle man on his phone was too busy discussing when the best time to sell real estate, to notice what I was doing. So many people ignoring the sign! TFTC SL

Second time lucky

Amazing how much simpler this cache is when we look in the right spot!

Warrandyte is a favourite, inside our 10km zone and so we got very familiar with the paths over the past few years.

Have looked a few times but always at muggle-ful times and so no joy.

But today we found a quiet moment, approached from a slightly different angle and voila - there it is!!

TFTC and adventure.

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Was driving past at 10pm... it was very dark but I found it tftc.

Found at 08:10
Back for another look this morning while on my way past. A few muggle dog walkers around but they weren't interested in what I was doing. I found the container exposed on the ground. I covered it with some leaves.
Thanks 4evatinks for the cache

Easy find but heaps of muggles around! Need to be unassuming

Found

Tftc

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Nice one

Yay

After arriving at GZ I read the hint and it didn't seem to sink in as I was fumbling about on the wrong side of the steps while Grub62 was locating the cache. Thanks for bringing us to this lovely location and TFTC.

Accompanied with silence49. We had been waiting because of muggles there today, finally, they left so we had bit searched and we had a great time finding your cache 4evatinks, thank you so much for placing it.

Found it with crank1 TFTC

On the way back to where we parked the car - Bunadoorian and I thought we would try to find this cache. Bunadoorian's Phones GPS had him on the right of the steps so I was glad I read the hint as I found this cache as well this morning. No ducks today only pigeons. TFTC and for bringing us here - 4evatinks.

DNF

Finally I found this cache. Plenty of children not following the instructions in the cache name - I did though. Thanks for this cache.

TFTC, in area today with some time to spare. Such a lovely afternoon with sunshine. Enjoyed just relaxing while I waited out to search! Number of ducks and Pigeons in this spot!

Tftg

Very accurate hint! TFTC

TFTC we found this one really easily! Instructions super accurate and no problem near the water. Great quick find! Made our day xx

TFTC if the river reaches it's predicted peak tomorrow this cache might get washed away. We will check it again later in the week to see its still there. great one to do by torchlight to avoid the muggles

Maintaining performed and cache replaced. Please be really careful when putting it back and when leaving look back to check its not visible. The vegetation over the course of the year changes so please replace it carefully. Thank you.

Maybe its gone?

Lots of muggles but this hasn’t been found for a while. Might be gone

Not there

Lots of mugglers. Had a bit of a look but nothing

I planned to go to Warrandyte today to look for this cache again! but with this heap of DNF's I will need the cache owner's assurance that the cache is in place!

Lots of quackery about. But thats about all I've found down here..

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Went for a walk down here today. Was going to try fo find this elusive cache. Alas it is more elusive than ever. Gps said 9m out into the floodwater. Depending on how well it is attached it may or may not have survived.

Finally, how could I have missed this before. This is my third attempt at this one but must admit had some opposition from muggles at other times. On speaking to others I knew it had to be easy. Today on my own it was an easy walk up peer in and pick up. Great to get a smiley here. Thanks for the beautiful location 4evatinks.

Logged with original account BlackOpal2005. We've now decided we need our own accounts so I'm playing catchup.

I took the Geokids for a holiday lunch treat at a local cafe and we decided to head down to visit the ducks. I got out the caching app and wouldn’t you know, there was a cache only a few meters away wanting to be found. TFTC

Found with the help of Anji7!

Walking along the river with the geo boy before a family catchup nearby. There were a number of people about so we picked our time just right, sat, looked and found what we were after.

Our thanks to 4evatinks for hiding this cache for us to find and enjoy