Cathedral Fig Tree

Cooktown

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July 30th 2011
Tis us again We had a great time in Atherton, visiting some of the local attractions. The old “Tin Mining” town of Herberton was especially good, with probably the best-kept heritage village we have seen so far. The visitor’s centre was also well managed with a very knowledgeable volunteer host on duty. Another day trip included a drive around Lake Tinaroo. Very picturesque views from some ... read more

Oceania » Australia » Queensland » Cooktown

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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