Sand dollar

Sand dollar

Curious, what is that?

Poem - Reflections

Dawn reflection - Breakwater Marina

I think we've found paradise! - Esk Island

Exploring the Great Palm Island Group in Tropical North Queensland we anchored in the crystal clear waters of Esk Island. Jumping in the tender, we couldn't wait to hit the beach and discover this little piece of paradise!

Debbie's devastation

We missed a bullet when Cyclone Debbie crossed the coast of North Queensland further down south than expected. Shute Harbour, located in the turquoise waters of the Whitsundays took the full force of Debbie's fury with destructive 230km/h winds.  

7 reasons to visit beautiful Bowen!

Horseshoe Bay

Picturesque Bowen is a sleepy seaside town located 199km south of Townsville. It maybe small but there is plenty to see and do!

Crystal Creek, nature's wonderland!

 

What will you discover in Townsville? With a lot to offer from thrilling natural water slides to spectacular waterfalls, refreshing water holes and relaxing picnic areas the Townsville region has something for everyone and the best part, it's free!

Road trip - Charming Charters Towers

Why not escape the hustle and bustle of the daily grind?

Take a step back in time and get a taste of the outback right on Townsville's back doorstep. Hit the Flinders Highway south west of Townsville and take the round trip across the Burdekin River, through the enchanting outback town of Charters Towers and meander back home via the scenic Hervey Range.

The first impressive sight to behold is the now decommissioned, heritage listed, mighty Burdekin Railway Bridge also known as Macrossan Bridge. Nestled right next to the bridge is a popular free campground Macrossan Park.

Burdekin Railway Bridge

Magnetic Island koala colony

Koala - Magnetic Island

Tropical Oasis - Queens Gardens Townsville

I absolutely love the delicate and bright hibiscus flower

Frozen New York

March 2017

Imagine coming home to your house completely encased by ice!  

Hurricane force winds followed by an arctic blast has turned homes along Lake Ontario, Webster, New York into ice palaces! 

Historic tall ship left to ruin

Is this a museum exhibit I wondered? Submerged on her mooring in Ross Creek beside the Museum of Tropical North Queensland, a tall mast and rigging is all I can see of the 115 ft, 121-year old sailing ship Defender.

Defender sunk on her mooring in Ross Creek, Townsville