Day 74 Rockhampton

---

---

Big day out today. Paul started with an early game of golf and then we went walking in the city centre. There are many grand old buildings several of which are Heritage listed. Then went to Mount Morgan about 40 Km away where there has been gold, copper and silver mined in the past. Had a picnic lunch by a dam which is very low.

---

Photos

Quay Street
In the city where lots of the old buildings are opposite the Fitzroy River.

Customs House
Built in 1898 and used by Customs until it was given over to the City Council in 1987. Since 1999 has been an information and history centre.

National Bank Building
Built as Queensland National Bank in 1880 and used by them until 1976. Now owned by a legal firm.

Mount Morgan Dam
Another dam which is very short on water. Was developed during the gold rush days and now supplies the town's water. The surrounding area is very dry.

Ladies.
Toilets in the historic railway station at Mount Morgan. Yes that is a piano!

Gents.
Not to be outdone by the ladies!

Mine
The old Mount Morgan Mine site.

Sale Yards.
Rather flash with tiered seats inside around the ring. Large cattle yards outside. Rockhampton is called \"the beef capital of Australia\".

Bull1
One of many bull statues throughout the city.

Bull 2
More bull.