22-JUL-2018
On the Beach
This was the first time we'd been to the beach here, and were surprised how popular it seemed to be in mid-winter.
This is the final photo for this gallery, I hope you have enjoyed some of the photos!
22-JUL-2018
Parking the car
Because of the proximity of the church and the Farmers Market, it was quite a challenge
to find somewhere to park the car. Some of the luckier ones had this spot as seen here,
right alongside the little church and the outer reaches of the FM.
The last photo follows tomorrow, that will end the gallery of photos taken during
our recent holiday in the tropics of Northern Queensland, Australia.
22-JUL-2018
Protection from the Palms
The little seaside church with a collection of palms providing protection from
the seasonal cyclones.
22-JUL-2018
Little church on the foreshore
Popular for weddings, it was partly closed the day we were there in readiness
for a bride who didn't arrive while we were there.. at least we did have a quick
look inside and surprisingly to us, not many stained glass windows, just clear glass
looking out to sea and the view I posted yesterday.
No doubt some damage may have occurred during a cyclone.
22-JUL-2018
A favourite view
We were wandering around a Farmers Market held on the foreshore when I spied this
view behind one of the exhibits...so glad I had my little camera with me! I think it is a boat shed, but what a setting it has!
21-JUL-2018
Pandanus
This was the only pandanus we saw in the area, though we may have missed others.
This pair grows near the look-out on the trail that follows the shoreline through
from Cairns to Palm Cove, and is just across the road and a bit to the right on the trail from where we were staying.
21-JUL-2018
Saving the beach & foreshore
I assume that this section of the beach was damaged by a tropical cyclone, hence
all the rocks along this section of the beach. We walked here often, there is a
lookout at the end of the rocks where you have quite a good view of the beach
both ways. Photo taken late afternoon.
20-JUL-2018
Pathway through the gardens
A photo taken in the Kewarra Resort of a paved pathway... a delightful area for
a wander. There were a series of boardwalks including one that led you down to the beach.
This resort was the next beach to where we were staying, we called in for a coffee and
scones in their delightful open building that looked out on all sides to the garden
of trees & palms.
20-JUL-2018
Blue Skies in mid winter
A photo taken during my trail walking across the road from where we were
staying during July.
19-JUL-2018
A Lookout with a Plaque
The plaques were dotted around the section we were walking in, and Dick always
likes to read them. He said there was a warning for crocodiles which I missed.
At least they weren't the salt-water variety that are so large & dangerous.
This is the 4th of a series of 4 photos taken at the lake.
19-JUL-2018
Picnic shelter
Along the pathway that encircles the lake we discovered this picnic shelter equipped
with a gas fired barbecue... notice we had company walking the path! :)
3rd of a series of 4 photos taken at Lake Eachem. See the 1st of the series for more info.
19-JUL-2018
Another view of the lake
We walked a short distance along the pathway that encircles the lake and got this
different view. To read more about the lake see "next".
19-JUL-2018
Lake Eachem - Crater Lakes National Park
Lake Eacham is a clear lake surrounded by lush rainforest.
Walking tracks through the rainforest provide secluded forest-fringed views of the lake and excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife.
In geological terms, the lake is a maar—a volcanic crater formed by massive explosions from the superheating of groundwater.
The crater has filled with water, forming a lake 65m deep. A number of rainforest communities can be seen along the 3km track encircling the lake.
Over 180 bird species have been recorded from the rainforest and you may be lucky enough to see
one of the few species of marsupial active during daytime—the small musky rat-kangaroo.
Notes from the Queensland Department of Environment & Science.
19-JUL-2018
The Local Watering Hole
The constant search for good access routes to the sea meant that a number of roads were hacked out of the rainforest and towns came into existence.
Many small towns popped up & were originally stopover places for the Cobb & Co coaches which plied the route from Port Douglas to Herberton.
By the 1900s the town was booming. There was a population of 8000, two newspapers, 17 pubs and a brewery.
Recently Herberton has become something of a commuter town with most of the locals working elsewhere and living in this pleasant village in the hills.
Notes from Aussie Lifestyle.
19-JUL-2018
Along the main street
An unusual town which is set on a ridge of the rolling hills of the Atherton Tablelands.
Historically a tin town with both a mine and a smelter nearby.
the Historic Village has been the main attraction in the town for decades and
has expanded dramatically. The construction of an outstanding
Mining Museum and Visitor Information Centre has added to the town's attractions.
The Mining Museum has a number of pleasant walks which evoke the mining past of the town.
- notes from "aussietowns" -
19-JUL-2018
Five Head Stamp Battery
On display outside of the Mining Museum after a lengthy drive south west from Cairns to this delightful little tin mining town nestled in rolling hills.
We all wondered how this piece of equipment got carted to the site back in 1880, no
proper roads and quite a hilly terrain.
18-JUL-2018
Crepes
We enjoyed a serving of crepes while wandering around the next beach to where we were
staying. Crepes with fruit and maple syrup, yum!
18-JUL-2018
Tea Pouring Ceremony
A tradition when we go away together with these old friends, I take a photo of
Dick pouring his cup of tea. It all began when a widower friend told him
he wasn't doing it the right way and attempted to correct his technique. Although
this particular widower no longer goes on holidays with us, we always take a
photo to send him on our return.
17-JUL-2018
Walking the Path
Our friends walking back towards me... quite a popular walk I should think with
at least 2 sets of gym equipment and little resting kiosks available. There is
also a picnic area with playground and toilets, ideal for a stop over.
17-JUL-2018
Another view of the marina
This time capturing the ferry boat and a bird perched on the awnings of the Yacht-club. I
have no idea of that piece of equipment in the left hand corner of the image.
17-JUL-2018
Marina mooring
Photo taken from the Yacht Clubhouse... some lovely views from there with the surrounding
mountains encircling the marina.
17-JUL-2018
Another view of the walkway
Looking back towards the foreshore.
17-JUL-2018
A walkway to the sea
A lot of improvements happened in a year between our last visit here and this
particular holiday. There is now a very nice walking path which takes you
along this path to a very good vantage point for taking photos.
17-JUL-2018
Loading up the ferry boat...
If you look beneath the palm you will see the liner waiting out to sea for the ferry
boats bringing the passengers back from a day on land. Photo was taken from a very
nice Marina and terminal that has glorious tropical views on all sides. I will share
a couple of photos soon.
17-JUL-2018
The quiet beach
Remember this was winter, though the temperature hovered around 27 degrees Celsius.
Note the swimming flags, further up the beach towards a walking path is a manned
life-saver terminal, so I assume this part of the ocean has problems with rips, crocodiles, stingers etc.
Note - no palms lining the beach!
17-JUL-2018
Father and his toddler
This pair kept me watching them for quite a few minutes... the little boy was keen
to get to a stream of water the other side of the rocks, but his father had other
ideas. We were visiting Yorkey's Knob at the time... named after an early settler
who came from Yorkshire and called this area his "nab" which has now been changed to "knob".
Yorkey was a fisherman who fished for sea cucumbers near Green Island back in the late
1880's.
15-JUL-2018
Hand in hand
A young couple going for a stroll on the beach.
15-JUL-2018
Palm Trees
They seem to grow like weeds in the area we were staying. I tried to
find out the type of palm thinking they were coconut trees, but I'm not
sure. Don will probably know the correct name.
15-JUL-2018
Shady Pathway to the Beach
Just one possible entry to the beach from the main pathway, and as you
can see, more people walking their dog.
15-JUL-2018
Walking the Dog
There were a steady stream of people walking their dogs along the beach or on the pathway on
a daily basis... As I sat on a beach facing seat with my camera I had plenty of
opportunities capturing the passing parade.. here is just one of many.
15-JUL-2018
An Overcast Sky
The sea and sky merged all day - here we see a tiny island off the coast of north east Queensland. I took the photo from the pathway
that stretches for about 40 Kms, and passes the coastal township we were staying in. Best viewed in original format.
15-JUL-2018
Two Trees...
Here I am back on the path across the road from where we were staying. I love these
big trees and amazed that they withstand seasonal cyclones in the area!
14-JUL-2018
Fun in the Sun
The school holidays are staggered throughout Australia, there's a difference in a week or two for the July holidays.
Here we see children enjoying playtime on the beach, we're not sure which Australian state they were from.
14-JUL-2018
Sunshine & Surf
Another delightful beach north of Cairns.. we enjoyed a coffee in a really
lovely kiosk and walked along the foreshore enjoying the views and we chatted
with the locals.
13-JUL-2018
Sunlight through the trees/palms.
The light was always changing depending on the day, whether it was overcast or sunny.
12-JUL-2018
Palm Fronds
Looking skywards... taken on the walking pathway that runs parallel to the beach.
12-JUL-2018
Pathway through the Palms
We walked here daily hence quite a few photos taken during the fortnight!
12-JUL-2018
Ferny Groundcover
I took a few photos of the ferns, this is the very first one taken, others
may follow at a later date. Lovely to see them growing in their natural
habitat instead of a pot!
12-JUL-2018
Clifton Beach Walking Trail
One of the first photos taken on arrival, magnificent weather, each day
hovering around 27 degrees Celsius, mostly sunny but some overcast days
that were very good for photographing... they will follow in sequence
as the fortnight rolls on. Today we arrived home, temperature 9 degrees, feels like
7 degrees tonight, overcast but fine, but rain forecast.
I used the 100mm lens for the first couple of batches of photos as my back was
still a problem... that improved and the heavier lens came into action again.
Some of the best scenery shots were with the Lumix - to follow.
Sorry I didn't get any commenting done, I did follow the photos.. had problems
with wifi initially, and we were socialising and travelling a lot.
