Had my first taste of what it might have been like around here for the goldrush. Spent a night in a town called Croydon, population of approx 225 people. Some interesting history here and some of the original buildings remain open and refurbished. I have 2 clear favourites on my history tour, the courthouse, complete … More Gold Rush, no more
Change of scenery driving around the last few days. It’s the dry season now, but in the wet a lot will become floodplains.
Spent some time in the Atherton tablelands, The tourist guides here are so descriptive, I was expecting paradise. There is lots to see and eat around here, lush countryside and rolling hills. Decided I needed some restorative relaxation so stopped at Innot Hot Springs (Kirsty, that’s different to ‘Innit’) Such a peculiar place staffed by … More Gently does it!
Well the first leg is over, my trial run up the east coast. The decision has been made to keep going by road to Ningaloo Reef. There’s a link to the website here which has info on the route etc if you are interested. http://www.savannahway.com.au … More Introducing Stage 2……..The Savannah Way
Niamh on Leave 