Roxby Downs - 145km

I headed off from Lake Hart this morning with the intention of heading for Port August, but 40km down the road I saw the turnoff and decided on the spur of the moment to head for Roxby Downs.  What a surprise.  Who would have thought such a lovely modern,  tidy town with green lawns and trees exists here in the middle of the desert.  It was well worth the drive.

Being a large mining community I knew of Roxby Downs by reading and hearing about it in the media, so it was interesting to visit and see what it is actually like.  A lot of money has been spent on facilities in the town, which I presume is subsidised by the large mining companies.

I won't be staying here tonight, but as soon as I finish my lunch I will head 95km back to the Sturt Highway and look for somewhere to stop for the night.

I retrieved my winter clothes out from under the seat a few days ago, but so far I haven't needed them.  Although the mornings and nights are now cool, temperatures throughout the day have been in the low to mid 20s.   Great for travelling.

Main street Roxby Downs.

Local swimming centre.