Monday 25 July 2022 Yesterday morning we drove out of Dirranbandi and ambled down to Hebel and past its lovely old pub. Soon after we past the turn off to Lightning Ridge we pulled up at the nearest rest area for our lunch break. Across the way was a typical Lightning Ridge Sculpture, which amused … Continue reading DAY 81 GRENFELL

Saturday 23 July 2022 Glorious blue, sunny, cloudless skies greeted us this morning - HALLELUHAJ!!! At last it was time to pack up and amble back out on the road. Evidence of the last few days of heavy rain lay everywhere in the wet paddocks, full creeks and rivers and boggy tracks left on the … Continue reading DAY 79 DIRRANBANDI QLD

Thursday 21 July 2022 This morning dawned with some weak sunshine breaking through gaps in the watery clouds. Before breakfast, the dogs and I stepped around the puddles still lying around after last night's steady rain, and explored along the banks of Bungil Creek. Big Rig Caravan Park C'mon let's get going Mum Bungil Creek … Continue reading DAY 77 ROMA QLD

Wednesday 20 July 2022 On Sunday we farewelled beautiful Jericho and continued down to the Gemfields and back to Anakie where we had enjoyed a camp last year. Since the washing basket was almost full we booked in for 2 nights so I could catch up with the domestic chores We were directed to about … Continue reading DAY 76 ROMA QLD

15 - 16 July 2022 https://www.outbackqueensland.com.au/attractions/redbank-park-jericho/ Here we are camped beside the Jordan River at Jericho. It is another of our favourite places to linger longer in, when passing through "Outback Queensland". There were many spots to chose from, but finally we settled on the first we came across. In no time Norm had us … Continue reading DAYS 71- 72 REDBANK PARK, JERICHO, QLD

Wednesday 13 July 2022 Tonight is the third and final game in the annual State of Origin Rugby contest between Qld and NSW. Of course we had to make sure that we had TV reception so that Norm can watch this epic game, which will decide the winners. The Maroons (Qld) won the first game … Continue reading DAY 69 MARY KATHLEEN, KUNGKU KAMU, LONGREACH QLD

Sunday 10 July 2022 Just when I think that the sunset cannot get any better, we are treated to an even more spectacular display. Last night was the BEST ever! As the sun sank lower in the sky, the grasses in the paddock opposite our camp lit up in most vibrant glowing creams and pinks. … Continue reading DAY 66 LAKE CANELLAN LAZY SUNDAY

Tuesday 5 July 2022 Yesterday was a very emotional day, as we left Coomalie with our dear little fur baby, "Coomalie' on board. She was such a good little girl, given that this was such a new experience for her - her first big drive, first time away from her home at Coomalie, and all … Continue reading DAY 61 KATHERINE NT

Monday 27 June 2022 Denise and I popped into Batchelor this morning to attend the Church Service at St Francis'. It was my last communion with my dear friends before we leave next weekend to start the long journey home. On the way back to Coomalie, the sky was covered by the most amazing clouds … Continue reading DAY 53 SUNDAY VISITORS

Friday 17 June 2022 It is Norm's birthday today and he is taking it easy around camp, reading his new birthday book (when he is not interrupted, which happens often). This morning, as he cuddled Coomalie, he remarked that she was the best birthday present he could have received. She has certainly won our hearts … Continue reading DAY 43 COOMALIE