In Queensland we tend to abbreviate place names with a “y” or “ie” – Brisbane becomes Brissie, Rockhampton “Rocky”, Bundaberg “Bundy” and Gold Coast “Goldy”. In the west “o” is the go. Geraldton becomes “Gero”, Fremantle “Freo” and Rottnest Island “Rotto”. It was an early start to catch the Rottnest Fast Ferry from Hillarys Boast … More Way Away in WA 2023 – Day 44 – Rotto