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a bit of a wreck

Townsville

October 21st 2006
Townsville July 13th to 17th Dive Trip-Siesta We headed south to the southern end of the barrier reef hoping to get a few dives in after missing out due to strong winds further north in Cairns. “Townsville” not an inspiring name, however a pleasant surprise was to be found. The port of Townsville is one of the busiest in Oz exporting silver, lead, nickel, zinc, as well as beef, sugar and ... read more
Oceania » Australia » Queensland » Magnetic Island

Australian Flag Aboriginal settlers arrived on the continent from Southeast Asia about 40,000 years before the first Europeans began exploration in the 17th century. No formal territorial claims were made until 1770, when Capt. James COOK took possession in the name... ... read more
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