The purpose of our northern NSW excursion was to see Peter and Kathleen in Tamworth. Pete has been battling health issues recently so we set out about 9 from our comfortable motel in Gloucester for Tamworth, via Thunderbolts Way.
Perfect driving weather and spectacular views.
A great roadside stop at the high point on the Way. Views back towards Barrington.
Read for yourself where we are. Thankyou Rotary!
Sad to say but we owe the good roads to the timber industry!
The road passed by Nouendoc, scene of the capture of that crim on the run for 7 years in these mountainous parts.
The altitude is over 1300 metres in places and features that tussock grass found in the Victorian high country. No pictures I'm afraid.
Passed slowly through Nundle (enthusiastic cop apparently) and enjoyed lunch with the relos in Tamworth. Much the same as ever.
No photos I'm afraid but Pete in good spirits. Impressive cochlear implant and his portrait of a famous local artist was fantastic. Tess and Pete talked chemo while I fixed Kate's internet issues. Hope she upgrades her data allowance soon! 2G will not go far in my family:)))
Setting out after 2.30 meant we would arrive at Port in darkness. I was keen to complete the twisty Walcha road in daylight which we managed, avoiding 7 swamp wallabies along the way! Fortunately, they are the sit and watch variety, not the "Quick, lets hop out in front of this car" variety of roo,common elsewhere.
Shared a seafood plate in the restaurant. I was tired.
But woke to this view in the morning!
Now off for a walk.
All my own work - sorry!
Location:Park Street,Port Macquarie,Australia
1 comment:
I'm confused, Rob. This post is headed Wednesday 2nd July, about 10 AM at the end, and I'm reading it on Wednesday 2nd July at 6 PM. But is it about Tuesday?
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