Black Kettle and Full Moon, by Geoffery Blainey
Daily Life in a Vanished Australia. A detailed and fascinating look at how early settlers lived in Australia.
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Books to Read
Following is a collection of book lists that I have come across in my travels. A list of books to read, and they are sure to be great with some well known classics in here.
The Narrow Gauge, Nick Anchen
A thorough look at the narrow gauge railway experiment in Victoria.
Survive, by Peter DeLeo
The amazing survival of Peter DeLeo after a plane crash in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Lightning Ridge Vacation
Our trip to see Arthur’s opal mine, and some transport museums.
Puffing Billy in the Modern Era
A brief and colourful look at Puffing Billy in more recent times.
De Fredericks Rd area, Yarrambat
A walk with beautiful scenery, close to Eltham, but means walking on a main road at the beginning and end.
Puffing Billy, Spirit of the Dandenongs
A succinct look at Puffing Billy plus other narrow gauge railways in Victoria.
Understanding Pre-decimal Currencies
Ever read a book or article which discusses prices in pounds and shillings? Read on to work out what they mean in the modern world.
Bunjil Reserve circuit, Panton Hill
An enjoyable short walk around Panton Hill, that is quick to do with great scenery.