Arriving in Longreach

Free camping is popular!!

Longreach 5 July 2011



Outside the Stockmans Hall of Fame.

It was a fantastic one man show outside and the museum was impressive inside.

Another magnificent sunset to cap off a great day.

Brisbane to Balcaldine 30 June to 4 July 2011

Hi Everyone
Finally got away mid morning on the 30th.
A wonderful first night in Toowoomba with our good friends the Potters. Ian was invited to stay and help out with the renovations...had to decline!
Next stop at Wallumbilla show grounds just outside Roma. 4 degrees in the morning!
Emerald on the third night after showing the kids Fairbairn Dam, our old schools and accommodation.

Lucked out on the Emerald Rodeo that night. A first and fantastic experience for as all.

Next morning caught up with Jo and Errol Rosenblatt local (ex) teachers Jodie had taught with.
Headed off to the gem fields. Went on an underground mine tour and had fun fossicking for sapphires.
Chloe found a keeper and we are having it cut and made into a pendant... a real momento for her.
A good trip to Longreach today including veiwing the BarcaldineTree of Knowledge and a very relaxing  swim in the Artesian Hot Springs at Ilfracombe.