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20250827 Qld Gunalda, Urangan, Rivers Head, Cradnish to Burrum Heads

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20250827 Our intention’s was to head south but it was too bloody cold so north it is, I grab my bowl of fruit and take a seat in the Whinge Bago as we head out of our driveway, through Capalaba and towards the gateway. Here’s hoping for a hussel free trip as we head up the Bruce highway to a town with a pub, Gunalde which is tucked in the back streets just off the highway. A small town with  the basic conveniences plus a pub and just around the corner if you’re in need of a morning caffeine hit is a cafe.  There’s ever an  electric car charging stations near the park but unfortunately NO Meals at the pub tonight, just our luck. 20250828 Des cooked breakfast in the park just up the road before leaving to check out a camp spot up the road before heading to Karen and Rooster’s at Glenwood where we piled into their car for a trip to Tin Can Bay. Every Thursday night there’s a jam session held at the Snack Shack where many locals, young and old come together for a night o...
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20250709 Blackbutt, Linville, Toogoolawah to Fernvale

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20250709 Our next stop is the town of Blackbutt to hopefully watch the State of Origin at the local Pub.  Blackbutt earned its name from the abundance of dark-barked eucalyptus trees (E. pilularis) that were extensively logged, leading to the development of sawmills and the establishment of farms. The town saw growth with the establishment of farms in the 1890s, a primary school in 1896, and the extension of the railway line in 1912 today, it's a gateway to the South Burnett and a hub for avocado production. Like most Murals this one is depicting the towns history of the timber, railway and farming. Loading the wagon up with logs in the 20th century. The Hotel Radnor and the only pub in town We were keen to watch the state of origin at the local pub and didn’t feel like walking too far so we parked on the footpath outside the front of someone’s home and within walking distance to the local drinking hole. After dinner everyone from the bar adjourned to the dining room to watch the g...
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Location: Toogoolawah QLD 4313, Australia
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20250703 Qld Eidsvold, Gayndah to Nanango

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20250703 After a few days at Cracow we packed up and left for Eidsvold passing sites we’ve seen many times on our travels to Cracow, even passing an old camp spot that brought back some good memories of our stay. There were many vans heading towards Cracow, get in first or you will miss out on the powered sites. Arriving in Eidsvold hungry and the pubs shut on Mondays so we parked up and I grabbed my bag, don’t forget to lock the van Des. As we cross the road, on the corner is a Cafe/ Motel, the only cafe in town, we walked in and a young aboriginal lad took our order. I remember him well, because he had a big smile, well mannered and very polite which was nice to see in our youths. After we finished our lunch and we were leaving, the young lad said, have a great trip, it was such a pleasure to be served by a lovely polite lad. If you’re ever in Eidsvold this is a great cafe with good food and lovely service. Very neat and clean and it even has a bar if you’re after a cocktail or three...
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Location: Eidsvold QLD 4627, Australia
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20250414 Madrid Spain Metropolitan Stadium

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20250414 Another full schedule as the boys head into training at a FC facility where the Spanish team often play. After training the teams visit another museum where once again the boys get spoiled. Then at 4pm we depart for a friendly game at the Polideportivo Las Matas sports facility,  a municipal sports complex in Madrid known for its multipurpose pavilion that supports various sports and social activities. It was built to meet the growing demand for sports and recreational spaces in the area. The facility includes a large sports court, locker rooms, a lobby, a cafeteria, and multipurpose rooms.  Another training session done and dusted. La Ciudad del Fútbol (The Football City), the headquarters and training facility of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF).  The large banner on the building features Luis Aragonés, a legendary Spanish football coach and player. Luis Aragones, architect of Spain's soccer dominance, dies aged 75, h e led the team to Euro 2008 tri...
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