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That is one of the hardest sections of the GNW.

Gutsy stuff. You've walked further than many have driven. How do you go about it? Do you walk while your wife drives ahead to the next planned campsite?

I watched most of your Great North Walk videos a few years ago when I was planning to hike it. Even though they are getting to the 10-year-old mark, they are the best GNW content on youtube, very concise with none of the BS others engage in. I ended up doing the Great North Walk twice, did it in 9 days northbound in September 2023, and 8 days southbound in May 2024.

I sailed on her 3 times in the 70's and had a great time. My latest trip was on p and o Iona it makes the Australis look like a toy.

This is a tough section no matter what time of year. i was using it as my main training route last year leading up to the complete GNW.

That was my Wedding Trip from Rotterdam to Fremantle, we were supposed to board the Australis in Hamburg Germany, but because of a Pilot strike we had to go by Train to Rotterdam and what a trip it was, a 1000 people on the Train and proper to German Railways there left the carriage with food, Drinks and Fags in Hamburg. It was a bloody long trip to Rotterdam and we worried with all the People that the boarding would be a nightmare however it was fast and well organised. We were 21 years old and it was fantastic. Now 50Years + later we went back to Germany halve a dz. times and we thought about the trip with the Ship it is nice with a Plane but nothing can beat the Trip with a Ship.

what a beautiful ship she was 😢

Fun Fact. Next to that old boat ramp is what looks like a storm drain but it's actually Tarees forgotten creek. Mill creek once ran right through what is now the war memorial park many years ago, it got the name Mill creek because of a flour mill located on its banks. As expansion came and the town grew the creek was culverted, buried and forgotten but still exists

Loved your video. thanks. Did the walk in 2016. Breathtaking views.

This national park is not known much to travellers . Thank you

Thank you Alan, a nice video of Port Macquarie history 👍

thanks! i'm doing a version of that walk tomorrow!

SS America originally

Very relaxing and enjoyable vlog and so nice to see the park being appreciated and respected.

My uncle Nick’s Tsakos was a cabin Stuart on the Australis

Thanks Alan, really appreciate the work you have gone to.

I sailed on this voyage with my parents and siblings we were returning to australia and it was the cheapest way home I remember playing pong for the first time ever on board and watching John Wayne cowboy in German thanks for trip down memory lane

Amazing this video sharing

Wonderful! We took our kids to Gundabooka for a holiday, so it was fun to see that walk to the lookout and also the river level so high. There is so much wildlife about out there compared to our coastal areas, it's astounding. Thanks so much for the effort you've put into this video - much appreciated!

you created ewll vlog-see ya!!:))

Thanks Monroe, I always enjoy your vids, these are the types of places I love to visit. Have been to Bourke on my way down the Daring River run and can’t wait for the next instalment xxx

Looks like a wonderful trip- thanks for sharing your travels 👍

Thanks Monroe, lovely. I went through Galargambone on your recommendation and saw the wonderful murals there so Bowen is now on my list too.

I traveled in october 1970 on the SS Australis from Sidney on the way to Suva when fire broke out in the galley. Flames reached appr. 20 meters into the air over the funnel. My cabin 480was burnt out completely. They managed to stop the fire on a pump driven by the donkeymachine only. I just found a report in my archive of mr. G. Nicolopoulos the Chief Purser stating this issue. Fire didn't start in the afternoon but in the early night/morning. Lifeboats were lowered, nbut at the moment of embarking we got the message the fire is under controle. All passengers stayed on deck for the next days, no meals only bicuits and water. We limped to Suva, the crew throwing all burned items and rubbis over board. In Sava painting the outside of the hull. Got transfeted to P&O liner Oronsy. In Rotterdam new cabins etc. All repairs done.

It looked the same last week I did it the other way in 3 hours. I carry a 1.7m Wolfgarten pole. I like your camera angles. From your tent to the gate it takes 37min. 2.7km.

Such a great spot!

Have a safe journey - are you going anywhere in particular?

do you know whether the dogs allowed? Thanks

Thanks for the memories,I was on that voyage as a 17year old traveling alone and still in Australia. Jorge

It's a shame your trip was cut short, I hope you can attempt it again when the weather clears up.

I'm so happy I found your channel. I've committed to a day walk a month, walks accessible by train within a few hours of Newcastle. I did Wondabyne to Pindar Cave last week as my first walk and found it magical, not seeing another human the whole day. Your walk are perfectly suited to my pace and I love the way you present them. I thinkI will try Brooklyn to Woy Woy next month, but I'm also keen to get up to Wondabyne Trig. Thank you for the inspiration.

Thanks Monroe, we were going to do your walk today but started raining. We done diamond head and capehawke last couple of weekends very hard going Cape hawke. Maybe next weekend

How long did it take you ?

Lovely clear footage, stunning area, and good to see you out walking again 😎👍

Very nice hiking my best, thanks for sharing, sending my full support from Brazil beach! 💚✨✈️

That intro music made me think I accidentally clicked onto an 80s action serial.

Great video! Love how you edit them to show you walking. You captured some great views

This was good info, thanks mate. I always love your adventures, experiences and recommendations. Lots of experience there. Thank you.

Life was way less complicated, epic trip mate. I had exactly the same vehicle that was named "Ning Ning" the noise she made changing down gears hahaha. Stay safe

Very well narrated. 👏 Thanks for sharing

Great video! I have learned something new & I love it. Thanks 😊

Thanks so much for this video. I needed to get some fresh air after being in lockdown for so long but I have no idea how to get to the bush as I'm new to point clare. Many thanks!

Good video mate don't spose ya seen any bigfoots.

Hhahaha nice pun :D

Southampton to Sydney 1966...unforgettable childhood memories of this great ship!! 💙

Some rugged country you visited, loved the maps along the way, all adds to a thoughtful video, thanks 😘😘

Interesting place mate! Thanks for sharing

Great footage of a great trip. Thanks for sharing 😎👍