We flew into Venice last night and got a fabulous view over the island(s).
We took a speedboat into the Hotel which is on a canal. A beautiful Palazzo with a large garden. Painted ceilings, marble floors and Rocco on Reception who has contact with every restaurant around it seems.
Day One – to the Giardini to visit the Australian Pavilion et al.
The Australian Pavilion
Full frontal to the canal
Beautiful paper weaving
An amazing collection of driftwood
Fiona Hall is the Artist and the body of work displayed is extensive. Out of all the Pavilions, Australia is a standout.
As is Japan
The whole room is woven with string and old keys hanging from it
janeandrogersadventure 
Fascinating pics Jane. Is that Australian Rococo?
Da
You could start a new typology Dad!
No Maurice Not Rococo. Here an ABC editorial
http://www.abc.net.au/arts/blog/Video/Come-inside-the-Venice-Biennales-new-Australian-pavilion-150508/