Moving away from the coast

We left Mission Beach and headed inland to the Atherton Tablelands. We drove through sugarcane fields to Mena Creek and visited Paronella Park. This is an old concrete castle ruin built by a Spaniard immigrant for his bride in the 1930s. Very romantic although the night time walk was rather eerie.

The drive was very scenic and here are just a few photos to whet your tastebuds.

Ravenshoe

Up on the tablelands we visited a lovely old town named Ravenshoe. We 'free camped' at the railway station.................Have a look.

I did mention it was an old town didn't I?

Heading Home

As we head homeward we reflect on a wonderful adventure. This is such a big and varying country. The people we met were as diverse as the country through which we travelled. Aussies still have an exploring spirit - just like their ancestors.

We travelled on seventeen different highways in our 3 month trek. 17!!

They include

Pacific Hwy

New England Hwy

Kamilaroi Hwy

Canarvon Hwy

Matilda Hwy

Warrego Hwy

Landsborough Hwy

Kennedy Development Road

Flinders Highway

Gregory Development Road

Herveys Range Development Road

Bruce Hwy

Captain Cook Hwy

Kennedy Hwy

Palmerston Hwy

Pacific Motorway (Brisbane)

Bruxner Hwy

17! We have travelled about 7,500 km and saw the rugged outback of Queensland, tropical rainforests, the Great Barrier Reef and all the country in between. BUT we haven't seen it all and, yes, we will be back...............

Early in the new year we head to Tasmania and Victoria for a few months......... we will keep you posted.