Greetings from Mataranka

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Hello to all
After spending the afternoon and night at Renner Springs...yet another old interesting pub/roadhouse.. was warned on arrival by the park manager to beware of the resident geese.. as the apprently they chase the ladies and childred (so I was in deep trouble) however managed to steer clear.
Some travellers informed us that the Gibb River Road maybe closed due to more recent heavy rain. Keeping our fingers crossed..that this won't be the case but will have to wait until we get to Kununurra to check this out.

Checked out the Daly Waters Pub...the photos we attach will give you an idea of what it is like very rough but fascinating.. all these old pubs seem to be going the same way.

We are now at Mataranka Homestead..just delightful, been for a soak in the Thermal Springs pool, felt great afterwards. The weather is just perfect .. it is now around 5.30pm and the temperature is a balmy 27c.

Think we might spoil ourselves and eat in the restaurant...could be interesting.

Thanks for all your responses..keep them coming we really look forward to receiving them.

Until next time.
Kath & Henry

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Photos

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Sunrise at Renner Springs

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Daly Waters Pub

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Inside Daly Waters pub

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Renner Springs geese

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Kynuna camp site

Comments

[John and Julia]

great u r having fun
Dear Henry and cathy, We have been looking at your blogs and Julia is also amazed at what you are up to- we decided not to reply all the time knowing you have enought to do also. keep enjoying the fun and stay safe. Love John and Julia W

[Joan Donohoe]

fantastic
Dear Henry and Kathleen, Thank you for your update and the great photos - the pub looks very interesting as well as very Aussie. I love your caravan/accommodation - how cosy is that. The weather here has turned cold so you are away at a good time. The sky's in your photos look interesting. We are presently organising our trip to Scotland/London/Paris and Amsterdam. You have inspired us. I really look forward to your update and very pleased to hear that all is going well. You look good behind the wheel Kathleen. Love Joan

[Mike Haseler]

Goosed by Geese? Now thats adventuring
Hi Henry and Kathy, Sounds like your trip is unfolding pretty perfectly bar a potentially wet Gibb River Road. Guess you are now into a complete routine setting up and packing up at your camp sites. Struck a couple of those magnificently old, chaotic and typically Aussie Pubs when I did the Birdsville Trip. Most often the guys behind and across the bar are truly interesting characters. Keep enjoying. Watching with interest. All AOK this end

[Frank]

pleased things are going well
Dear Kathleen and Henry I am so pleased things are going so well for you. Thanks for keeping me up to date. Pleased to hear you are finding the weather to your liking. I had thought you would be finding it too hot. Your camping setup looks great. I hope the Gibb River Road is open for you. Love Frank

[Anne Hodges]

Loving it!
Hi Henry and Kath, I am loving your travel diary!! It is like being at the movies. I feel transported to another world about which I know so little!!! Your trip sounds amazing!! Gorgeous autumnal days seem to have extended into winter here. News dominated by Rudd and Abbott's decline in popularity, a couple of very voilent attcks on women in Melbourne and Israel's attack on a flotilla headed for Gaza. SO you are not missing much!!!!!! Love Annex

[Loretta]

Nifty little "whateveritis"
Hi Dears things just look great - so glad you cld include a picture of the little camper thingy. So nice to read your blog. take care.x