This morning we head west to Texas (as in Texas, Queensland, Australia). But first a visit to the Big Thermometer at Stanthorpe – do we agree that this is the best Big Thing around these parts? Well, to a certain degree. The Celsius scale was named after Swedish astronomer, physicist and mathematician Anders Celsius who, … More The State We’re In 2026 – Day 2 – Deep in the heart of Texas
Today we travel into the Tarkine Wilderness. The forest is filled with myrtle beech, celery top pine, blackwood and Huon pine. If Thylacines exist, it is one of the most likely places they will be found. But first the wild western coastal area with jagged rocks, wildflower heaths and the cleanest air in the world. … More Down with the Devils – Tasmania 2024 – Day 15 – The Tarkine (am)
The road to Aramac – Aramac is 68km north of Barcaldine and the district is the birthplace of my great grandmother in 1863 at Aramac Staion which existed before the town of Aramac was founded. On the way into town near the racecourse is Red Crayon the horse sculpture. Reminds me of the nurse who … More The Big Backyard – Western Queensland 2024 – Day 5 – Aramac
