Large Termite Mound

A large termite mound on a hillside. The sun is getting low and sunset approaches.

Frog

A well camouflaged frog near a waterhole. Perhaps a herpetologist could tell me its name.

Rock Wallaby

The rock wallaby I was photographing just spotted me. I think it was a little surprised to see an intruder in its home territory.

Wildlife

Returning after a sunset photography session I was walking along a little used 4wd track when I came across this snake. It turns out it was an Inland Taipan, the snake with the world's most toxic venom. It was a very shy creature and I gave it plenty of room and waited patiently for it to move across the road so I could pass. (CORRECTION: this is actually a black-headed python, thanks to Matt www.flickr.com/photos/mattsummerville/ for pointing this out)

Easter Sunrise Shadows

The lovely shadows and soft light of an early morning vista near Mount Isa.

Sunset Panorama

An sunset panorama for Easter.

Easter Sunset

The sun sets on the eve of Easter over Mount Isa.

Dingo

If you look very closely you will see a dingo hiding in the greenery, staring back at you. This was one in a pair of dingos, but they were very cautious and camera shy.

Billy Boils

The billy boils on the fire for a tasty drink.

Waterfront Views

The waterfront view from my tent.

Three Wheel Drive

Sometimes only three wheels are required to do the job, and sometimes only three wheels can reach the ground.

Camp Dinner

The Moon rises as the sun sets and the coals are prepared for an evening meal.

Overgrown

A slightly overgrown track to navigate.

Tailings Dam

The tailings dam. It looks spectacular, but don't try swimming in it.

Beautiful Rock

Some quartz rock with a light dusting of iron oxides.

Lead Stack

A different view of the lead stack as seen looking over the picturesque tailings dam.

Mica Creek

The nearly dry Mica Creek. You can't make this crossing in the wet.

Brolga Pair

A pair of Brolga in Mica Creek gingerly walked away as I approached.

Boulder

I think the road ends here.

China Wall Panorama

A wide angle shot of a section of the China Wall and turbulent skies.

Waterhole

The Fountain Springs waterhole.

Convoy

The convoy at China Wall. Four wheel driving is always more fun with a crowd.

China Wall

Just down the road from Fountain Springs you can find this ridge named the China Wall. From the right angle you can see a similarity to the Great Wall of China.

Fountain Springs Sunday

A peaceful Sunday morning at Fountain Springs with a wise old tree keeping watch.