Opportunism Outback!

For many years, it was thought that the numerous fish species in the Lake Eyre Basin rivers would breed in summer. However, recent research (undertaken by Wendy Pyper) has shown that a number of species breed right through winter as the floods come through. If the fish have a chance, they will breed and produce good offspring rather than wait for another ten years for a summer flood.

This abundance of fish provides for the many species of birds that gather in good seasons in Western Queensland. Truly, this is a prime example of opportunism on behalf of mother nature............and every fisherman who throws a rod in this winter.

Crisp, Clear and Cold

Imagine a 360 degree space with an abundance of fresh, crisp, clear, cold air. Ah - the beauty of mother nature in Winter in Western Queensland.

Eyre Creek Birdlife

Check out the busy life of birds at this permanent waterhole in Eyre Creek.

Even the Galahs Look Great!

The birds in Western Queensland are looking fabulous - sleek, healthy and almost plump. In periods of prolonged dryness, one forgets that the bird life suffers. The everyday birdlife that abounds just looks so much healthier at the moment.

Why not check it out?

Winter Storms - What a Surprise!

There are unusually unstable weather patterns over Western Queensland at the moment, as we are experiencing thunderstorms and even hail............in the middle of winter. There has even been reasonable although patchy rainfall. This is great for soil moisture levels, however the anticipated cold snap and frosts that will follow in the next few weeks will be sure to zap some of the nutritional value from the pastures.

The thunder rumbles - a most amazing winter surprise!

Delight In The Beauty

Have you had the chance to delight in the beauty that surrounds you today? Mother Nature creates the most amazing textures and patterns.

Cold Drinks at Birdsville Pub

One of the most rewarding things you can do in Western Queensland is to walk into the Birdsville Pub just on sundown for a cold, refreshing drink. For some reason, the ritual of sipping a drink and washing the dust away is a special moment. Even better is ordering a meal made with organic beef that has been produced in the Channel Country.

The entire Western Queensland area is enjoying record visitor numbers at the moment -and those who do venture westward are being handsomely rewarded with the sights, from the magnificent herbage, the abundant birdlife to waterholes and rivers brimming with water. Have you experienced a stroll down by the Diamantina in the early morning, or run up a sandhill to see the numerous animal tracks - or simply stood alone on the floodplain and enjoyed the 360 degree vista as the sun sets?

Why don't you plan to swing on out to this magical part of the world?