"A retired psychiatric nurse, grandfather of three, a bushwalker 65 years young, out to fulfil a lifelong ambition to cycle around Australia..."

Proserpine

Another Flat Tyre, And a Flat Stretch…
John left Mackay on the 2nd of April. He has continued to power on through the hilly sugarcane country that lies North of Mackay. Apparently he even scored a free breakfast!
However, yesterday he had one long, straight stretch for 20km. He once again lost some time to a puncture [...]

Fitzroy River Campsite

Nothing like a tranquil campsite.
John spent last night camping in Rockhampton alongside the Fitzroy River. A nice spot no doubt. Not sure whether he was aware of the crocodile risk in this area or not, but if he was he is braver than I… Like I said, nice spot.
He is now closer to [...]