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Lunch was followed by a self-guided tour of the gardens and out-buildings that demonstrate much of the local history including details of exploration by Ludwig Leichhardt and the establishment and subsequent ownership and early life of Jimbour Station. The return trip to Toowoomba took us back through Kaimkillenbun then to Irvingdale before joining the Warrego Highway at Bowenville for the final leg to Toowoomba through Jondaryan and Oakey. Passing through Irvingdale we noted the ‘little white church’ which is of sentimental significance for Rob and Ferne Callow as the wedding venue for their youngest daughter. Participants: Darryl & Yvonne Bell, Gaye Hawkshaw & Faye Lucas, Gary & Janis Lawrence, Rob & Narelle Fraser, Delia & Judith Morey, Glen & Bev Hadfield, Ron & Judy Gillis, Jim Carsten, Andrew & Susan Willesden, David & Meryl Miles, Denis & Imelda Logan, Owen & Kay Douglas, Rob & Ferne Callow, Brian & June Phillips. Apologies: Phil & Marilyn O’Brien. 40 The Octagon - November 2017
CHAPTER Chatter FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND CHAPTER by John and Cherie Fransen Saturday 23rd September - Gordonvale to Currajah Hotel, Wangan Attendees – David and Val Murray White MGB and John and Cherie Red Midget So today was a bit of an odd one. We had missed a previous get together due to where we were going being booked out (Horse Race weekend), so last minute plans ensued, in addition to a number of Members having other things on (see pics following of our Members doing what they love, but km from Cairns). So it was a gorgeous day, although some clouds were luring, but nothing to stop these two pairs going out amongst the cane fields and having a lovely open top drive, enjoying the countryside scenery. First meeting point was Trolley Coffee café at Gordonvale on the south side where we sat and enjoyed our initial beverages and a bit of morning tea, chatted and then we were off. Choosing to take the eastern backroads as much as we could, rather than the highway, we meandered through the growing green fields, crossing the cane tracks with caution and then continuing our journey. The fuel indicator on the Midget was showing empty, even though it was filled to the brim at the service station before the trip, so a quick detour to the Fishery Falls servo was necessary, just to check it was a faulty gauge rather than petrol leaking all down the highway. Well what do you know? Faulty gauge! Have to hit that with a hammer when we get home then it will be working again! hahaha Wind in our hair and sun on our faces, we continued today’s drive until we reached a really nice refurbished pub at Wangan, the Currajah Hotel. It still has the heritage frontage features that we all appreciate, in the bar area too, but the more modern section at the back was spacious and well set out and the food was not half bad either. With full bellies it was time to hit the road again, but the Midget had a blown fuse, so rather than leave it until home, David offered a spare he had on board (thanks David!) and we were good to go again. We travelled home to Cairns in the afternoon sun, ready to do it all again in a couple of week’s time when the rest of the Chapter was back in town. Sunday 22nd October 2017 - Tinaroo Picnic run...turned into Jacques Coffee, Mareeba and Yungaburra Hotel lunch Attendees – John & Cherie Red Midget Alan & Aileen Bielefeld Maroon MGF Cynthia & Derek Bevan Silver MX5 Steve & Maureen Girardi White Triton Kim & Fiona Halloran Black MX5 Brendon & June Hammersley Black MX5 Graham & Pauline Hepburn Maroon Daimler Bob & Patty Ingram White Hilux Lynnette & Wayne Morgan Hey what were you guys driving? Or did you fly on a magic carpet? The Octagon - November 2017 41
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