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Day 9: Townsville to Cairns

One thing I have noticed in the last few days is that sugar cane farms are just everywhere here in Queensland. It makes me wonder how much sugar do we consumed. The scenery changed quite a bit from Townsville to Cairns and the weather is definitely a bit ‘stickier’. Stopped at a few little towns along the way. Some are like hidden gems.

At the Tourist Info Centre, talked to a most helpful staff. He gave me all information that I need for the Cape York adventure. I am feeling much more confident to tackle the journey.

John @ Cairns, QLD

Today’s image: Townsville at Dusk
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Cyclone Memorial
Lest We Forget

Day 8: Mackay to Townsville

I didn’t blog last night because I was too tired after all the driving yesterday. It was a public holiday in Queensland and everything ‘Shuts’. So didn’t get up to much at all.

Got to Rockhampton and hung around for a couple of hours, took a few pictures. I like the town, it has character and quite pretty. As for Mackay, it was OK. There are many memorials around the city. Got up just before sunrise and snapped a few photos including the one here, the Cyclone Memorial.

Got to Townsville and didn’t feel like driving to Cairns so decided to spend a night. I like Townsville, it has has a little bit of everything. I went up to one of the hill in the middle of town and it is a popular exercise track for the locals at dusk. They were walking and jogging up and down the 3km steep hill.

Tomorrow I will go to Cairns and there I will stay for a couple of days. Mainly to organize everything I will need for the first real adventure of this trip. Going to Cooktown taking the coastal route via Cape Tribulation. After that, I will be heading over to Weipa then up to Cape York if roads are open. Can’t wait!!

Nite all

John @ Townsville,QLD

 

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