Carrathool

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Carrathool is an historical town, once used as a transport network for wool. First bullocks were used, followed by the Paddle Steamer, then the Railway. Large sheep properties on either side of the river contributed to Australia's major exports. Today properties have almagamated or diversified but it is still a viable area for produce.

This tiny town has a population of 99 people. Once a year in February, 4000 people descend on the town for "The Last of the Bough Shed Race Meeting". They come by plane, car and bus. This was established in 1878 and has continued each year. Punters love it, but I have no idea where all the people and horses stay. They even have a "Belle of the Bough Sheds Ball". We missed it this year as it was 2nd Feb 13.
http://www.carrathoolraces.com.au/

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Photos

The Old Railway Station
Tractor to represent the massive farming in this area.

Main Street
This is it. The pub.

Car Rally
Added interest to see the old cars in the main street.

Nice Old Girl
One I liked

New Hotel
It was burnt down 2 years ago and this is the new model. Great steak sandwiches and a cold shandy for lunch.

Remnant Railway Signals
Disused track and equipment is left.

Steam Train Refilling Station
Remnant tanks and pipes to refill the Steam Train with water.

Carrathool Bridge
Lovely old Paddle Steamer access Lift Bridge. Young kids were jumping off the high banks, you can see them under the tree to the left.

Look at Me
They jumped for the camera.

Whooah
They were having such fun. Nice to see kids being kids.