These emus greeted us when we arrived and wandered freely through the caravan park.
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At first we thought these were rocks, but they’re actually termite mounds. We passed millions of them, all shapes and sizes. They are solid, but other animals will excavate through the outer walls and lay eggs. The termites seal the hole and the mound incubates those eggs. When they hatch the termites become a ready source of food until the lizards are ready for a change of diet and dig their way out!

Most of the roads are floodways. These meter posts are all along the roadsides. It’s hard to picture as it’s very dry & flat. Some regions only receive between 8-13 inches of rain annually. Most all of it occurs between December & May, with heavy thunderstorms and cyclones.
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We passed this sign for the Royal Flying Doctor Service, which provides primary health care & emergency services to the outback. Their 71 aircraft flew the equivalent of 34 round trips to the moon last year. This year they celebrated 90 years of service. We hope to visit their museum in Darwin.
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Nanutarra Roadhouse, a welcome sigh after 300km of not much! Gas, coffee, public toilets & Diet Coke.
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Most all vehicles stop at the roadhouse, travelers and truckers. We had lunch in the van because the little black budgies were fierce. Again, it’s hard to eat with a headnet on!

It’s still a ways to Broome and then Darwin. More adventures lay ahead!
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Wow, we’re a long way from home!
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