Tennent Creek

TC is a very interesting place. There is a lot of activity with mostly tourists creating the hub bub. The locals are content to just sit under trees and watch the world go by. Gold mining was the main reason and although some small gold mining the main workings are now closed. The gold battery is open to tourists as well as a museum. Times were certainly hard in the old days. Just 5 ks out of town is a man made dam which is a recreational fishing, swimming spot for the locals. It's quite incredible to find such a place out in the dry dusty land and certainly a beautiful place.

After Tennent creek we stayed at a freecamp accross the road from a police station in the middle of nowhere. John was breath tested when we left in the morning ha ha. See you in Queensland Xx Son n John

The Devils Marbles

The Marbles speak for themselves so will just let the pics do the talking...

It's a very majestic place and as quick as they appear on the terrain they are gone just as quickly. The marbles are just south of Tennent Creek so it's just a skip away. Xx Son n John

Wycliffe

Wycliffe.
Hi Jonno, thanks for reading and keeping up with the blog. This one's for you!

Wycliffe caravan park is somewhere between Alice and Tennent Creek and the perfect stop. It has mega shady bays and the greenest of grass areas. There is a freezing cold pool undercover as well as a huge animal and bird enclosure section. All surrounded by the greenest grassy areas.

It is famous for the alien space ship sightings that have been reported over the years and evidence of extra terrestrial visits are everywhere. From the many photos and frozen beings that have been captured to the ET spaceship and its lone occupant. It's a spooky kind of place at night and I know I saw a bright light lurch through the sky when sitting out that night. John didn't see it but I certainly did. You may also notice the very weird ET with a smile on his face. There was a huge man made lake which had been depleted of the water during recent bush fires. It's an incredible park with restaurants that open in the busy season and of course when there are late night visitors of the ET kind. Well that's it from Wycliffe. Hope you enjoyed the pics. There was a cool dude that followed us around so included One of him

See you at the Marbles Xx Son n John

The Alice

Alice Springs
Although we passed through Alice before this time was a little different. Initially we decided to just get some groceries and keep going but once again the weather was getting hotter and we got into Alice about 4:30 pm, so to drive on was not a great idea. We booked into the G' Day Mate caravan Park. We had a great bay and by the time we had set up and put the awning out we felt really relaxed and at home and decided to stay another day.  So next day after stocking up and seeing a couple of places we thought why not stay another night and then as the Dockers were playing on the weekend of course we had to watch the game to show our support. Interestingly enough there was no talk of footy or shouts in the park when either team got a goal so I think it was just us. YAH the Dockers. Might have to get down to Melbourne to get tickets for the game if they win the semi. Anyway we spent four days and nights in Alice and although didn't run around sightseeing too much had a lovely break and thoroughly enjoyed being there. 
We did however see a couple of things and here are a few pics. The view from Anzac Hill is amazing. It is one of those classic shots from past films and instantly recognizable. 

John and I are both quite fascinated with the Ghan train and went to the Old Ghan Museum just out of town. We were able to walk through one of the old trains into the different carriages which included the dining carriage and the kitchen where the foods were prepared. The bar and fancy dining area reflected the differences in the classes. This has not changed much as when we did the sit up on the Indian Pacific train a few years ago it was very similar. A fancy restaurant for the richies and a plain old dining area for the schmucks in the lower class. 

The Museum is maintained by volunteers and situated in a beautiful park. I had always wondered where the name came from for the Ghan and now I know it was named after the Afghan camel team managers who used to carry goods to the outback prior to trucks cars or trains. A fitting name for sure.
It's a shame to leave the Alice but as Queensland is our main destination it was time to pack up and make a move. Next it's on to the spooky Alien landing territory of Wycliffe. See you there
Talkies soon
Xx Sonia n John