On the road by 8.00am and had a cuppa in Dubbo. A pair of grey wrinkllies came over for a chat and we found they were from Mareeba down south for a holiday. Two more new friends! Lunch at Gulargambone and the countryside had been remarkably green for the time of the year. From here on the drought is very evident with everything very brown. The photo is in the Rotary park in Walget and the sign says keep off the grass (what grass). Very depressing town with bars ...

Finally finished cleaning out the house and left about 9,00. Normal pit stop in Jerilderie where Denny disproved a family myth that black swans attack blondes, This lonely swan was quite friendly and enjoyed anzac biscuits. Decided to set the atmosphere for the trip so stopped at the London Hotel in Ardlethan for a couple of cold beers and a counter lunch, I think it is about 50 years since I was there before and they did not remember me, Stopping overnight at ...

Final stages of packing. Photos and blog on the way.

On the way home again! After 2 days we are at Seaworth near Mackay. As you can see from the photo Denny found some feathered friends. I have been very slack with the blog this year but have been busy renovating a caravan. Going to spend a couple of days on the Gold Coast and should be home Friday of next week.

Arrived this afternoon after 2 nights at Rollimgstone. Picked up fruit on the way in and got back into our usual spot. Forcast minimum of 14 degrees so will have to pack all the winter woolies. Off to Cairns tomorrow to stock up and chill out.