We had planned to stop at another roadside camp area, but when we checked the tour time for Mimbi Caves (8am), we decided to head straight there and the adjacent Jarlaloo Riwi Campground. The cave tours and campground are a local indigenous initiative, a work in progress for several years. We loved the campground. WellContinue reading “Broome or Bust – Mimbi Caves”
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Broome or Bust – Wolfe Creek
We left early the next morning to avoid the heat (poor Melburnians) with no destination in mind. First stop was Halls Creek to pick up some fuel, ice and a few essentials. The bush internet has Halls Creek as a “problemâ€, so we spent the night at Caroline Spring, a few clicks out of town. Continue reading “Broome or Bust – Wolfe Creek”
Broome or Bust -Marlgu
I thought I’d be doing a page on Wyndham, but unfortunately, it’s one of those towns that appears out on it’s feet. Port Wyndham is definitely on the canvass. Yes, the pies were delicious but was it worth the 120klm round trip? No. However, two spots along the way made this diversion worth it. TheContinue reading “Broome or Bust -Marlgu”
Broome or Bust – Kununarra
We were literally driving out of the caravan park, when The Great Unhitching brought us to a sudden halt. All had gone well that morning. The caravan seemed to silently glide onto the tow ball. Now that was unusual enough to remember but no reference point for concern (now THAT has all changed). Locked inContinue reading “Broome or Bust – Kununarra”
Broome or Bust -Lake Argyll
We’ve learnt a few lessons and a couple of tricks in the two weeks before we left Darwin. Firstly, rotate your van tyres. Just because the caravan is following you around like a puppy doesn’t mean the tyres are wearing nice and evenly. We had an issue with the slide-out and required the assistance ofContinue reading “Broome or Bust -Lake Argyll”
Heaven on a Stick
Stingray Head is not on most maps or apps. Even how to get there won’t be found on Google. It’s a whisper between free campers and a few Darwinites and you will see why. Located less than 100klm from Darwin, this cliff top, ocean view hideaway is where, if you only had a week toContinue reading “Heaven on a Stick”
Kakadu Part 1
The popular misconception about Kakadu is that it’s buried deep within Arnhem Land. The reality is it starts about 90 minutes from Darwin. As usual, we spent the best part of a day prepping the Jeep and van. We wanted everything to be clean and tidy for at least the first 24 hours. We allowedContinue reading “Kakadu Part 1”
Kakadu Part 2
Muriella Campground We stopped off at Jabiru for a few supplies, fuel, water and, of course, internet. With fuel, make sure you take a jerry can with you. Towing a van slowly over dirt roads is thirsty work. We were horrified to see the needle drop so quickly. A full tank of fuel in DarwinContinue reading “Kakadu Part 2”
Cracker of a Night
If you happen to be in the Northern Territory on the 1st July, over the age of, say 35, and you WERE’NT born here, you will get to experience a distant childhood memory called Cracker Night. Once a year, for one day only, you can purchase and ignite to your heart’s delight.. A-a-a-h, the euphoricContinue reading “Cracker of a Night”
World Exclusive!!!
Phil and I are proud and delighted to announce the release of our new album ECLECTICON. Unlike having children, we’re even more excited with our second born. Ten tracks of beautifully written and constructed songs, evocative vocals and lush arrangements. Broadly in the category of Indie Rock, the album is truly eclectic with something toContinue reading “World Exclusive!!!”