Daly Waters Historic Pub

This is the second time we have been to the iconic Daly Waters Pub....somethings have changed and some have remained the same.

The caravan park has changed, it is larger with new large ensuite type facilities, the food and the atmosphere has remained the same.

A new addition though, was the "caretaker" a character complete with a black akubra, who escorted you to your campsite on a bicycle.  Nick wanted to exchange something for his hat, but the bloke wouldn't be in it.   We were lucky that night as some travellers put on a  "Fire and light" show with burning whips, juggling amongst other things.  Much enjoyed.

Gail, Deb and Joh enjoying a wine, as you do...

Nick returning from the bar

Bill Pearce (no relation to Nick) and his wife Hennrietta built a store at Daly Waters in 1930 to service travellers, settlers and drovers and the pub was given a "jug license" in 1938.

Surprisingly, prior to the 2nd World War, Daly Waters was the site of the first International Airport in Australia, refuelling planes enroute to London.  The trip cost around 275 pounds and took a whopping 8 days.  The Pearce's provided meals and accommodation and Bill also refuelled the planes.  The airport is now used for private aircraft, mining exploration aircraft and remote Area medical Services.

This was an overnight stop for memory sake as Nick and I had a great time there 19 years ago.