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CENTRAL QUEENSLAND – Two Week Trip Plan

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The July School Holidays were upon us and we set off for a two week trip into Central Queensland.  The only real plans were to make it to The Gemfields and Carnarvon Gorge and the rest we worked out along the way. Sandstone Park at Carnarvon Gorge was the only campsite we pre-booked because we were told it could be busy, however, we only phoned them two days before arriving and they were able to accommodate us.  The rest of the time we worked out the general area we were heading and [Read more...]

CARNARVON GORGE (QLD): Day Hike Guide

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Carnarvon Gorge is truly spectacular!! From the occasional-walker to the overnight-hiker, there is something for everyone.  Carnarvon Creek winds through towering sandstone cliffs for some 30 kms and you will be in awe of the sheer size of these walls when you wander along the track.  The walk will have you hiking through a lush green forest full of plant and animal life.  Rock hopping over Carnarvon Creek many times will keep you on your toes... and hopefully your shoes stay [Read more...]

Silo Art – Thallon, QLD

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The painted silos in Thallon were officially launched in July 2017 and are the first of their kind in Queensland.  The artwork titled The Watering Hole is a rural scene based on pictures from the Thallon area and was developed by the Artists Joel Fergie and Travis Vinson.   It took three weeks to complete the 30 metre high masterpiece and over 500 litres of paint and 500 spray cans were used!! WHERE IS IT? Thallon is a small rural town approximately 530kms west of [Read more...]

Cameron Corner

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CAMERON CORNER - where three states meet! Cameron Corner is the name given to the location where the New South Wales, Queensland and South Australian borders meet.  We made the trip to Cameron Corner across the 140km dirt road from Tibooburra and at the time of our travel the road was in quite good condition!! We attempted to get to Cameron Corner back in 2010 but due to heavy rain the roads were closed and we were forced to re-route our trip.  Fast forward to 2016 and [Read more...]