Greendale Around Australia - South Australia 2014

7th April 2014

Finally left home around midday after completing our packing (it had nothing to do with a late night the previous night because of Ben and Jacqui's wedding).  Travelled out through Kilkivan, Goomeri, Wondai, Kingaroy and Dalby to Lake Broadwater.  The countryside was looking magnificent after the rain of the previous weeks and Lake Broadwater was full to the brim with abundant bird life.

8th April 2014

Left Lake Broadwater and went through Moonie and Westmar to St George.  Once again, there was water everywhere but the cotton harvest was still in full progress.  Hoped to catch up with Steve and Lorraine in St George but Steve was away fishing, however Lorraine made us welcome.

9th April 2014

Not spending too much sightseeing this trip so on the way again through Dirranbandi and Hebel to Lightning Ridge.  Around Hebel it looked as though the rain stopped and it was very dry all the way into the Ridge.  Did a tour of the Chambers of the Black Hand which is an underground mine with over 500 carvings done in the sandstone by one man over 14 years.  Quite amazing.  Walked up the road to the bore baths but at 41 degrees it was not the place to be on a hot day so went for a dip in the park pool at a comfortable 28 degrees.  Did four self drive tours where you follow the different coloured car doors to see some of the sights of the town.  Visited Amigo's Castle, Lunatic Lookout and drove out to Nettleton's First Shaft for a view of the sunset but there were a few too many clouds (and lots of flies),  The next morning a friend Fred picked us up and took us out to his wash plant where we helped??? sort through the material as it came out of the agitator to pick out the opal.  Unfortunately no huge black opals!!  We then went underground to his mine climbing down a rickety ladder where Fred explained all the workings to us.  A great experience and many thanks to Fred for taking the time to spend some time with us.

11th April 2014

Left the Ridge a bit later than normal and made our way to Walgett and Brewarrina and then on to Bourke.  Stayed at Kidmans Camp on the banks of the Darling River - a nice spot but didn't get to spend much time around Bourke.

12th April 2014

Left Bourke and after being assured that the road was open decided to do the Darling River run which is a 330km dirt road from Bourke to Wilcannia along the Darling River.  The first 100 km to Louth was a good dirt road although very dusty and didn't sight the Darling until we reached Louth (one pub and not much else).  The next 100km to Tilpa was a reasonable road although just two tyre tracks a lot of the way and once again the Darling was out of sight until Tilpa (once again one pub).  The next 130 km was a bit of a challenge being wet, muddy, boggy and slippery but Russ handled it fine with only a couple of anxious moments.  We saw lots of goats, emus but only one car during the whole trip.  Consequently arrived in Wilcannia with a car and van covered in red dust on the inside and black mud on the outside.  Too tired to go any further so braved the park on the banks of the Darling which turned out to be fine.  Managed to wash off some of the excess mud although it was still falling off two days later. 

13th April 2014

We'd had enough adventure for a while so the next day was just an easy trip from Wilcannia to Broken Hill straight down the highway.  In Broken Hill we went on a very informative walking tour of the city centre visiting Trades Hall, Sturt Park and many of the historic buildings.  We also drove up to the Miners Memorial which is situated on the line of lode which forms a backdrop to the city.  A drive out to Silverton was another excursion and we enjoyed a beer at the famous Silverton Hotel which has featured in many movies under different names - Mad Max 2 and a Town Like Alice are a couple.  A very interesting "ghost town" which has come to life with many galleries and museums.  A quick trip was made to the Living Desert which is in the Barrier Ranges and one of the features is a series of 12 sandstone sculptures by international artists located on a hilltop.  There is also a flora and cultural trail but time ran out for us to do this walk.

15th April 2014.

Headed down the highway again crossing the South Australian border to Peterborough (an old railway town), then through Orroroo (where fruit and veges were confiscated) and Wilmington to Port Augusta where Rieck had a baked dinner waiting for us.  Linley arrived home later after a day's work in Adelaide.  Rieck took us on a tour of the town but we will explore further when Ron and Jen arrive in a couple of weeks. 

17th April 2014

Packed the vans and headed south through Whyalla to a spot on the coast just north of Tumby Bay for the Easter break.  We went out fishing on Friday leaving from Port Neill even though conditions were not ideal and there was rather a large swell.  Managed to catch four snapper and four whiting and a few red mullet before we felt too unwell!!!  Saturday we did a day trip into Tumby Bay and then visited a very comprehensive little museum at Koppio.  They had a very sobering display on the fire which raced through the Eyre Peninsula in 2005 causing much damage and loss of life.  We returned along the coast road stopping at Lipson Cove and points of interest including the large wombat holes.  On Sunday Peter, Pam and Linley hit the fishing again while Rieck took us on a guided tour to Port Lincoln which is situated on Boston Bay (three times the size of Sydney Harbour).  A large cruise ship P & O's Pacific Pearl was docked for the day and the town was buzzing with tourists.  We visited the marina where lots of tuna and prawn boats were tied up and saw the MFV Tacoma - the original tuna clipper which has been restored.  Port Lincoln has one of the highest proportion of millionaires in the country and there are many beautiful homes.  Visited the lookout and saw the life-sized bronze statue of Makybe Diva on the foreshore.  Also took a drive down to Sleaford Bay - a lovely spot which is almost at the bottom of the Eyre Peninsula.  On our return, found the fisherpeople had caught 17 snapper and 12 whiting etc. and the conditions had been much more pleasant.

21st April 2014

Time to return to Port Augusta after our very pleasant stay.  The weather had turned very windy and so we stopped at Arno Bay for a pleasant little mangrove walk, then Cowell for lunch.  Luckily the wind abated a little for the rest of the trip back through Whyalla to PA.  Russ has turned into Farmer Brown helping out with lots of chores around the place before we head off again on Thursday.

24th April 2014.

Off again, this time to spend the Anzac weekend at Moonta Bay which is situated on the west coast of the Yorke Peninsula.  Headed straight down highway one as far as Snowtown where we stopped for lunch (across the road from the infamous bank building)!!!, then through Kadina to Moonta.  Lovely long jetty at Moonta Bay which was crowded with squid fisherpeople.  We explored the Moonta Mines site where there are lots of old relics from the copper mining days and visited the lolly shop yum yum.  Most of the tourist signs are displayed in the Cornish language which highlights the contribution of the large number of immigrants who arrived from Cornwall from the 1860's and were mainly involved in copper mining.  Port Hughes is just south of Moonta Bay and has a Greg Norman golf course under construction and many new houses.  Moonta and Kadina still have many of the old stone miners' cottages of which many have been restored and are a lovely feature of the towns.  Also went for a drive to Wallaroo which has a deep sea port exporting grain and is the home port of the ferry which travels to Lucky Bay on the Eyre Peninsula.  Lovely new marina development and again many new homes.  On Sunday we returned to Port Augusta via Port Broughton (lovely seaside spot), Port Pirie (industrialised but still attractive) and Port Germain which has one of the longest wooden jetties in Australia.  Great views of the Flinders Ranges on the way home and we could see where the fires had come over the ranges and part way down the other side.  Russ has more jobs to do before we head off again on Thursday for Clare.  Enjoyed a pizza night with the new pizza oven which was a resounding success.  A day trip up to Quorn via the Pichi Richi Pass and sighting the Devils Peak and Dutchmans Stern was a pleasant outing.  Went walking a short distance up Waukarie Creek and then were lucky enough to spot quite a few yellow footed rock wallabies at Warren Gorge.

1st May 2014.

Heading south again down the highway and then through Crystal Brook and Yacka to Clare where we noticed the drop in temperature and the change in colour of the leaves.  Early Friday morning we headed to the Adelaide airport through a hail storm to pick up Ron and Jen and then made our way to Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills where it was quite cold and wet.  A lovely old German town with many historic buildings and galleries displaying many of the works of Hans Heysen.  Left Hahndorf and visited the famous racetrack at Oakbank before making our way to the Barossa Valley visiting Tanunda, Angaston and Nuriootpa.  Enjoyed pate and wine at Maggie Beer's pheasant farm and then travelled back to Clare.  On Saturday drove over to historic Burra where copper was discovered in 1845 and which turned out to be one of the richest copper mines in the world.  We then went to Dean and Vicki's weekend cottage near Penwortham for a camp oven meal, fire and singsong.  Very enjoyable but very cold!!!  Sunday we visited the pretty little town of Mintaro (boyhood home of CJ Dennis) and famous for its slate mine.  Would have liked to have gone to Martindale Hall (ladies college in the film "Picnic at Hanging Rock") but were a little early.  Visited the lovely winery of Sevenhill established by the Jesuits in 1851 and the only remaining Jesuit-owned winery in Australia.  Then on to a couple of other wineries before heading to the warmth of the log fire at the caravan park.

5th May 2014.

After a lovely few days in the colourful little town of Clare, it was time to head back to Port Augusta.  Travelled through Georgetown, Gladstone, Laura, Wirrabara and Melrose (future home of Melrose Place B & B) to Wilmington then through the pass and on to PA.  Spent a couple of days in PA visiting the very interesting Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden with a guided tour admiring their collection of Erempohila and Sturts Desert Pea.  The garden covers an area of 250 hectares and is a credit to all concerned.  Then visited the Wadlata Outback Centre which has a very comprehensive display called the Tunnel of Time.  Spent quite a bit of time here looking at exhibits and watching many of the interactive displays.  Another day was spent visiting Hancocks Lookout then Alligator Gorge in the Mount Remarkable National Park.  A lovely walk down into the gorge (many steps) and rock hopping along the creek was followed by lunch with the euros.

9th May 2014.

A showery morning but off again - this time to Arkaroola through Quorn, then visiting the Kanyaka ruins, to Hawker, then Wilpena before we hit the dirt all the way to Arkaroola in the Gammon Ranges.  Not a great deal to see on the way - just a couple of large stations Wirrealpa and Wertaloona and quite a few emus but we did come across a couple of wedge tailed eagles that had been hit by vehicles and had broken wings.  Arkaroola is a very harsh environment but once again we were seeing it with a covering of green.  Did a day trip to Chambers Gorge where we visited the aboriginal dreaming site where there are quite a few rock paintings.  It was also lovely to see some water in the creek and we enjoyed boiling the billy and having lunch here.  Went driving over some very rough roads and visited the pinnacles, the ruins of the Bolla Bollana Copper Smelter and Bolla Bollana Springs which once again was a nice spot for lunch and billy tea.  Enjoyed some camp oven cooking including curry and damper before some star gazing and card playing.  Leaving Arkaroola, we passed through the aboriginal settlements of Nepabunna and Angepena before reaching Copley and Leigh Creek (and the bitumen).  Then on to Parachilna where we enjoyed a drink at the Prairie Hotel which has played host to many movie and TV stars during the filming of movies such as Holy Smoke and Rabbit Proof Fence.  Retraced our steps through Hawker and Quorn to PA.  Just one day in PA before our next trip and we went for a drive down to the shacks (old fishing shacks on Spencer Gulf - a lot of which have been revamped) to Blanche Harbour and then explored the wharf area in town.

14th May 2014.

Our next trip was a little different as we left the caravan behind and took two extra passengers (Jennie and Ron).  Travelled up the Stuart Highway to Woomera where we visited the very interesting visitors centre and the displays of rockets around the town.  The town is very neat and tidy - a little oasis in the desert.  Continued on past Lake Hart, then Glendambo for lunch before arriving in Coober Pedy late in the afternoon.  Found accommodation at the Underground Motel - a bit of a novelty staying in the dugout rooms which maintain a constant temperature.  Around 50% of the population of Coober Pedy live underground.  Went underground at the Old Timers Mine which is an original opal mine dating back to 1916, visited the very informative information centre, paid a visit to Fay's underground house and did a spot of noodling (no luck).  Also visited Boot Hill cemetery as well as the Serbian Orthodox Church, St Peter & Paul's Catholic Church and the Catacomb Church (all underground churches) and the Big Winch lookout.  Drove out to the Breakaways lookouts for sunset.  Once again a very colourful environment which has featured in films such as Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome and Ground Zero.  Returned via the Dog Fence but did not get the effect of the "moon plain" because of the coverage of wildflowers and greenery.  We have been told that many locals have never seen the area in this state but there have been three major rain events so far this year.  Also visited an underground restaurant for a lovely meal.

16th May 2014.

Time to leave Coober Pedy and hit the dirt road to William Creek.  Once again not a lot to see but after we passed the dog fence did sight several dingoes.  Many of the clay pans were covered with water and there was more water around than we expected.  Passed Anna Creek Homestead (largest pastoral lease in Australia 24,000 square kms) just before William Creek where we stopped for a drink at the pub and a look around.  Continued on down the Oodnadatta Track stopping at Beresford ruins (old Ghan railway), then called in at Coward Springs.  Dipped our feet in the springs and visited the restored engine drivers' cottage which was filled with a wealth of information.  The next stop was Blanche Cup Springs and the Bubbler (mound springs) and it was quite fascinating to see the water bubbling up from underground.  After passing Curdimurka (old Ghan) we reached the Lake Eyre lookout and it was great to see quite a large expanse of water in Lake Eyre South.  Passed by Alberrie Creek (weird and wonderful sculptures) before arriving in Marree late in the afternoon and booking into the pub.  A lovely meal at the pub in the Tom Kruse room full of memorabilia about Tom and the Birdsville Mail Run.

17th May 2014.

In the morning drove around town visiting the Lake Eyre Yacht Club, Afghan Mosque and the many ruins.  Quite sad to see what has happened to a once thriving town.  Continued on to Farina (originally Government Gums) historic ruins - a project undertaken by Caravan and Camping Club of SA to document and restore as much of this historic town as possible.  They have even restored the underground bakery and sell bakery products from a marquee to help fund the restoration.  This work is all undertaken by volunteers.  Also a lovely campground with nice green grass.  Down through Lyndhurst and back to PA by the road through Leigh Creek (many coal mines).  A pizza night on Saturday night as a farewell to Jennie and Ron.

18th May 2014.

Up reasonably early for the trip straight down the A1 to Adelaide.  After dropping the van just north of the city, went into Rundle Mall and did a spot of sightseeing before heading to the airport.  Had planned on leaving the next morning but the weather was a bit unkind so decided to stay and spend the day in Adelaide.  Had a lovely day exploring the city visiting the Adelaide Oval and the Sir Donald Bradman collection, the parks and gardens along the Torrens River, the churches and the historic buildings.

20th May 2014.

Picked a spot on the map on the coast south of Adelaide and landed at Christies Beach.  What a lovely spot and park close to the beach.  It was great to go walking on the beach and we went as far as O'Sullivans Beach.  The next day we drove down the coast through Port Noarlunga, Seaford, Moana and then through Willunga and down to Victor Harbor.  The weather was perfect and we thoroughly enjoyed our time here.  Walked across the causeway to Granite Island which we circumnavigated - some lovely views.  The horse drawn tram still travels across the 600 metre causeway which is great to see.  Travelled around Encounter Bay to the Bluff for some more great views.  Headed out of town through some beautiful scenery - rolling green hills, sheep, dairy cattle and pine trees - very reminiscent of New Zealand to Cape Jervis where the barge to Kangaroo Island leaves from.  Spent some time watching the loading procedure before heading back up the coast through Normanville and Yankalilla Bay.  Headed inland for a while before we rejoined the coast and retraced our steps of the morning. 

23rd May 2014.

Today we made our way back to Port Augusta straight up the A1 after navigating our way through Adelaide.  We now need to go shopping and pack for our stay up the north east of the state.  Won't be any updates for a couple of weeks.

25th May 2014.

Today we set off for the north of the state leaving the caravan behind in PA so packed our tent and sleeping bags.  A familiar drive up the bitumen through Hawker, Leigh Creek and Lyndhurst where we stopped for lunch.  We then turned on to the Strzelecki track (the first 100kms were fairly rough) and turned off down the dog fence searching for Rieck's grandfather's old mine at Ooloo.  Found the site about 20kms down the fence and Rieck was happy to collect some memorabilia.  Joined the Strzelecki again at the turnoff to Murnpeowie and continued on past the ruins at Blanchewater and found a spot to camp at Dreary Creek. 

26th May 2014.

Left our bush camp spot and continued up the track through the Cobbler Sandhills to Montecollina Bore which was sunk in 1903 and is on Lindon Station.  Then diverted from the track at Strzelecki Creek crossing and drove up the creek bed to some old ruins and a lonely grave.  Retraced our steps and continued on to Merty Merty Station where we called in and were made welcome by Kate.  From Merty Merty we followed the old Strzelecki Track passing oil wells into Innamincka where we found a camping spot on the banks of Cooper Creek.  Enjoyed a meal at the pub and were serenaded by the dingoes during the night although one of our fellow campers also brought out his guitar.

27th May 2014.

Russ tried his hand at fishing while I went for a drive visiting King's tree and Will's grave as well as several of the camping spots in the Reserve.  We had planned on visiting Coongie Lakes but there had been some rain (a couple of mls) and the road was closed and no one could say when it would be open.  Innamincka is quite a hub of activity with lots of trucks and 4WD's passing through and the most impressive building is the restored AIM building (although we were also happy with the paid showers).  The flies were also very annoying (to put it mildly).

28th May 2014.

Packed up and left Innamincka visiting Burke's grave and Cullyamurra Waterhole before crossing the border into Queensland (and bitumen road) onto Nappa Merrie Station where Burke and Wills Dig Tree is situated.  A very well maintained site and enjoyed lunch with the flies!!!  Retraced our steps into SA to the Bore Track and headed south and then east back into Queensland at the Epsilon crossing.  Called in at Epsilon Station but the owners were not expecting us for a couple of days and were away so made our way down the track a bit further and found a spot to camp.

29th May 2014.

Continued on down a track to Omricon Station then into Cameron Corner.  By chance happened upon the ranger for Sturt National Park at the dingo fence and he invited us back to his place at Fort Grey to camp for the night.  Billy was a real character and took us for a drive (200 km round trip) to visit a petrified forest on the escarpment not far from Tibooburra.  Quite amazing and not something that many people have seen as there is no road in.  Travelled back in the dark dodging kangaroos having viewed the sunset at one of the jump-ups.

30th May 2014.

Left Billy with many thanks for his great hospitality and made our way to Bollards Lagoon Station (just over a million acres) after getting fuel at Cameron Corner ($2.20 a litre) and after calling in to see Harry and Nic at the homestead, continued on another 44km to the mustering camp at Tower Bore.  Spent the rest of the day cleaning out the red dust and making the hut comfortable.  Russ and Rieck had some jobs to do but on Saturday afternoon we went for a drive back to Epsilon Station through some back tracks and passing Brumby and other oil and gas sites (Santos and others).  A real maze of tracks covers this whole area with obviously much exploration still continuing.  Santos is buying up quite a few of the stations and leasing them back to the graziers.  Graham and Sharon made us welcome at Epsilon but we had to make it back to the known roads on Bollards Lagoon before dark.  The boys continued with their jobs while I avoided the flies as much as possible.  On Tuesday went back down to Cameron Corner after putting the yabbie pots in the dam on the homestead (no success).  Grant and Gina arrived home at the station late in the afternoon and after a couple of drinks we made our way back to Tower Bore.  Another seven people had turned up at the camp to do some work so it was getting rather crowded.  We had arranged a barbecue for the Wednesday night and invited a couple (Bruce and Carol) we had met at Cameron Corner to bring their van up and stay (Bruce provided the entertainment with his guitar - great). Altogether about 25 people and a very enjoyable night.

5th June 2014.

Time to leave the camp and we made our way down to the homestead.  We ended up staying with Grant and Gina for the night so many thanks for their hospitality and a bed!!!

6th June 2014.

Left the homestead early and continued on the station roads past Jack's Camp where the Yellow Bus used to be (it has been removed due to theft and vandalism) onto Lindon Station before rejoining the Strzelecki Track and making our way back to Lyndhurst (and the bitumen).  Down past Leigh Creek to Parachilna where we decided we hadn't seen enough dirt road and turned off to Blinman.  A lovely drive up Parachilna Gorge to the pretty little town of Blinman which is the highest town in South Australia.  Decided to treat ourselves and booked into the pub for the night.

7th June 2014.

Decided to go for a walk around Blinman and followed the markers which took us up on top of the hill behind the town - lots of euros - and then back into town via the cemetery.  A lovely walk even though cool and windy but coffee and scones (or pie) soon warmed us up.  Left Blinman and enjoyed a very scenic drive in the Flinders past the Great Wall of China and then down through Brachina Gorge and Bunyeroo Gorge (great views) to Wilpena.  Being a long weekend, Wilpena was rather crowded so didn't stay long making our way back to Hawker, then on to the ruins at Kanyaka for a better look.  Back to Port Augusta via Quorn and our own bed in the caravan.  Staying for a few days for Russ to finish a few jobs, get the car unpacked and serviced then homeward bound (but slowly).

12th June 2014.

Left Port Augusta after our two month stay (once again many thanks to Linley and Rieck for your hospitality).  Over the very green pass at Wilmington to Orroroo and then down to Jamestown (birthplace of RM Williams) and a very pretty and prosperous looking town.  We then passed hundreds of wind turbines between Jamestown and Hallett (very scenic drive) before making our way to Burra where the salt bush started again then making our way to Morgan on the Murray River.  Continued along the river and then caught the ferry across the river to Cadell where we found a top camping spot right on the banks of the Murray.

13th June 2014.

Left Cadell and travelled on to Waikerie where we went for a walk along the attractive riverside walk and then followed the river to Barmera and then on to Berri where we decided to stay for a couple of days and have a look around the area.  The weather turned cool and rainy so nothing happening today.  Decided to go for a drive on Saturday even though weather had not improved.  Visited Renmark, Loxton, Moorook (nice camp on riverbank) travelling through vineyards and orchards and called in at Banrock Station for wine tasting but did not brave the weather to go for a walk.  Renmark, Loxton and Berri are all very attractive towns with lovely gardens.  Sunday was much of the same weather but caught the ferry over to Lyrup (lovely free camp on riverbank) and enjoyed a nice drive back into Berri.  Walked around Berri and over the bridge on the Murray and up to the water tower lookout.  Berri is a very attractive little town and has many historical placards around town which is great to see.

17th June 2014.

Departed Berri, through Renmark and into Victoria straight along the Sturt Highway - not a great deal to see.  Almost to Mildura we turned off to Wentworth at the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers.  Found a campsite at Fort Courage - a fishing club campground on the banks of the Murray River about 20km from Wentworth.  Did a day trip into Mildura to restock and drove around this very attractive city.  Visited Lock 11 on the Murray and drove back to Wentworth via River Road.  In Wentworth climbed the viewing tower at Junction Park for a great view of the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers, visited Old Wentworth Gaol which was used as extra classrooms after being closed as a gaol and also Lock 10.  Wentworth is a very historic town once being the busiest inland port in NSW in the riverboat era.  There is also a monument to the Fergie tractor which were utilised in the construction of the levee banks which saved the town from total inundation during the massive 1956 floods.

19th June 2014.

Left our campsite and rejoined the Sturt Highway travelling through Euston to Balranald on the Murrumbidgee then detouring through Maude and into Hay.  Explored Hay including the Bidgee Riverside trail and Sandy Point on the banks of the Murrumbidgee.  Hay is surrounded by some of the flattest country on earth and we drove out to their special sunset viewing area on the road to Booligal but there wasn't enough cloud for a spectacular sunset (the previous night was amazing).  Remember Banjo Paterson's poem "Hay, Hell and Booligal".

21st June 2014.

Packed up and left Hay and travelled over the plains which were quite wet and the countryside looked in great shape.  Continued on the Sturt Highway to Darlington Point where we had thought of stopping but it was not very appealing.  Turned off up to Griffith - a vibrant large city surrounded by vineyards, wineries, orchards and rice paddies but decided to continue on.  Travelled through Yenda to Barellan (childhood home of Evonne Goolagong) and stopped for a photo of the big tennis racquet.  Remembered a free camp at Ardlethan from a previous trip and decided to pull in there for the night.  Discovered the local bowls club had only recently burned down which must have been devastating for this small town.  A great place for a night's stopover.

22nd June 2014.

Left Ardlethan and travelled up the Newell Highway to West Wyalong where the fog finally cleared about midday.  Once again the countryside is looking great and water lying around everywhere.  Continued on to Forbes where we turned off to the small town of Eugowra and set up camp for the night.  The weather turned nasty so are staying another night.  Went for a lovely drive over to the other side of Orange where we caught up with Jimmy and the others building a new quarry.  Russ decided he liked the cold weather so much that we would head home and he would fly back the next week to do a couple of weeks work.  The temperature around midday was close to freezing with a howling wind blowing.

25th June 2014.

Left Eugowra and travelled up through Molong, Wellington (would like to spend more time there), Dubbo, Gilgandra to Coonabarabran where we spent a cold night.

26th June 2014.

Off again through Narrabri and Moree (caught up with Dan just south of here) to Goondiwindi then along the Gore Highway (not a great road) to Millmerran where we found a lovely park in this attractive little town.

27th June 2014.

Homeward bound through Pittsworth, Toowoomba, Esk, Kilcoy, Beerwah then straight up the highway to home.  Our three month SA adventure covering almost 15000 km was at an end.  Until next time.............