Walking for Talking 2

Mt Isa

A night near Boulia on the river bank......

and then into Urandangi, west of Mt Isa. This was where they were told to watch the State of Origin but for a few reasons one of which was pending rain and not wanting to risk being caught there, they continued on into Mt Isa itself.

Some of the photos are Drew's from the town and trip there - thank you! 

The boys stayed the last few nights in Mt Isa, eating, walking, washing the mud underneath off the car (which needed doing again despite being done before they left Birdsville), stocking up on groceries for the next stretch for Graeme and perhaps a few beers or so.   

Their ‘big’ State of Origin night itself didn’t get out of hand either as the construction/mine workers all get alcohol and drug tested before work. Here’s some photos of the pub and nightlife.

 Once the game ended the night was over. Probably not a bad thing really given what’s ahead.

An early morning walk this morning, refuel, food shop and then Graeme dropped Bestie and Drew at the airport to fly back to Sydney. 

He was a bit down when he rang after after leaving the boys this morning which isn't too much of a surprise really.  They’ve had such a good time, every phone call has been full of laughter and ribbing and he has really and truly appreciated the company and good times. Thank you very much Bestie and Drew for going with him and thank you to Kel and Mel and the kids for being without your men for the last 10 days or so. We really appreciate the support.

Graeme has headed south towards Birdsville, stopping at Dajarra Hotel for lunch and gone as far as Boulia to camp the night near the river. Looks like the same spot they stayed at on the way up to Mt Isa a few days ago??  

Some fresh yabbies out of the creek for dinner and Graeme was yawning his head off when he rang at 8pm. I guess that’s the effect of a late night, emotion, some driving, big feed and hot weather. 

 Back to Birdsville tomorrow for a few more solitary days before his parents arrive around/soon after the weekend followed by Brendon and Matt early/mid week. Brendon and Matt are the ones who will have the cart and proceed to take Graeme across the other side to start the walk.