COMMER VAN OZ TOUR : Commer Van OZ Tour July update.

Touring Australia in a 1970 Commer Van.
July update.

Distance since leaving home 13100 Miles

Amanda's first wildlife shots for the month,
Tasmanian Devils

The big Tassie Devil
at Mole Creek

Tasmania is incredible, arguably the most scenic of the Australian states. Much of the west of the island is only accessible on foot or by helicopter. Mountainous ranges and preserved ancient forests add to the islands mysterious beauty. Many parts are World Heritage areas and in early July we visited one of these spectacular national treasures. Cradle Mountain and Lake Sinclair National Park. Here at an elevation of 3540+ft we had our first introduction to heavy snow fall during the trip so far. It was the first time Amelia has seen snow and a lot of fun was had with snow ball fights and snowman building, a great experience that i am sure she wont ever forget.

Awoke to first snow fall near Mt Rowland

Down to 10mph on the steepest parts, Commer working hard to pull the trailer up the Mountain in the heavy snow fall.

Dove Lake at Cradle Mountain

Commer Vs black ice and loosing.
Time to use the chains.

Snowy, slippery mountain roads.

The crew enjoying the winter wonderland.

After two nights camping at -5c we retreated to the comfort of a cabin to thaw out.

Amelia doing some de-icing

Commer moving around freely now with the snow chains fitted.

An Introduction to snow fun.

Devil in the snow.

A very cold Commer.

Snow ball wars, what fun!

Leaving the snowy mountains behind we headed back to the east coast for some warmer weather and to explore Maria Island. The island was originally a convict settlement and penal colony and later during the industrial age was a major producer of cement, silk and other resources. Now a scenic national park, the remains of the islands dark past are still visible on the picturesque landscape.