14 yr old Axel getting some outdoor climbing in between competitions at Point Perp watched by whales as they cruised on by.

Andy on unknown crack climb at Pt Perp, Nowra. Classic well protected trad line.

Nthusiastj and I discovering the joys of climbing over crashing waves and wind.

Tim belaying Tanya to the top of Grey Mist during a beautiful day at the Point. I was having fun playing with my camera rather than climbing.

Point Perpendicular in NSW, Australia has to be one of my favourite places. On this visit, we were lucky enough to see humpback whales return from their annual migration. It's one of the most stunning areas I've been fortunate enough to climb in. All routes are reached by rapel, so be sure you can get back up before you pull your rope!! Nic leads 'Grey Mist' (17) and I like this shot because it focuses more on the route than the climber and reveals something of the natural beauty and atmosphere of the place. Photographer: Aeon Jones

A tough choice for the first route of the day. Nic on 'Man Overboard' (16) one beautiful day in December. Photo: Aeon Jones

Tim Le eyes off the lower crux on the 35m pumper classic 'Liquid Daze' 23 at the lighthouse area at Point Perp. Photo be Alister Robertson Canon EOS300D

Tim Le on the Point Perp classic 'Rex Hunts Love Child' 21, at the lighthouse area. Photo by Alister Robertson Nikon Coolpix 5400.

Tim making the clip on the hard Point Perp classic 'Liquid Daze' 23, at the Lighthouse Area. Photo by Alister Robertson Canon EOS300D

Tim Le resting up after the lower crux of 'Liquid Daze' 23, at the Lighthouse Area at Point Perp. Photo by Alister Robertson Canon EOS300D.

Nic warming-up on 'Man Overboard' (16) on the first route of the day at Point Perpendicular, NSW. Australia. Photographer: Aeon Jones

More yibbida yibbida on Rex Hunt's Love Child (Grade 21/5.10d), a scenic and sustained 35m adventure. Photo by rob.

I got a bit off route here because i was suckered in by the magical attraction of the supercool arete. It was well worth it for a peak at the view around the corner. Climbing the whole of the arete would be a classic route too but isn't in the guide yet. I might have to return. Rex Hunt's Love Child (Grade 21/5.10d). Photo by rob.

Here's how i began making my move on Rex Hunt's Love Child (Grade 21/5.10d). Photo by rob.

One of the many moves i made on Rex Hunt's Love Child (Grade 21 / 5.10d). A sustained 35m arete & face climb with the surf crashing 150m below. Wussed out and placed the top rope because it was late and this was the easiest route to get back off this ledge (rap in to start). Photo by rob.

Rex Hunt's catch cry could be heard across Jervis Bay as i found the key finger pockets of the crux on Rex Hunt's Love Child (Grade 21/5.10d). Rex is an Aussie rules commentating legend (www.rexhunt.com.au), check him out. Photo by rob.

Simon contemplating a surf whilst thugging it up Rex Hunt's Love Child (Grade 21 / 5.10d). Photo by rob.

Simon jamming on the mega-classic Grey Mist (Grade 17/5.9). A 30m sustained crack-line on massive sea cliffs.

Here's Simon placing a cam on the mega-classic Grey Mist (Grade 17/5.9). A 30m sustained crack-line on huge sea cliffs.

Simon going for a jam on the mega-classic Grey Mist (Grade 17/5.9). A 30m sustained crack-line on huge sea cliffs.

Hmmm... I wonder if that is any good? Simon eyeing a pocket on the mega-classic Grey Mist (Grade 17/5.9). A 30m sustained crack-line on huge sea cliffs.

Scott Maloney on the exposed arete at Point Perp.
This was on previously, but I deleted it because I didn't like the way it scanned. I'm putting them all back though because some people thought they were okay. I'll update them when I can afford a better scanner.

...two things Point Perpendicular has in abundance. Here Lee (manacubus) is runout and cranking hard on the onsight of Proudly Penguin (21 or 5.10c). Protection is gained by jamming SLCD's in the pockets and breaks. Photo: Sam Coles, Sony Mavica FD-88.

Mark has to use every shallow pocket and dish on the hard Point Perpendicular arete of Mister Bean (24 or 5.11d). The route is described in the guide as being in a "humungous position", and with it situated 50m above the crashing ocean - they're dead right. Photo: Sam Coles, Sony Mavica FD-88.

What a fantastic place to climb! While seals and dolphins cruise below, Sammi edges up the final slab on her ascent of Hello Dolly, Bayside Upper, Point Perpendicular. Photo: Lee Skidmore, Sony Mavica FD-88.