Longreach is deeply steeped in Australian history. It is the home of QANTAS and the Stockman's Hall of Fame. We stopped for lunch at a cafe and watched the big utes and four-wheel drives pass by - all coated in the fine red dust of the Outback. There were lots of well-worn boots and hats around. There were no pretenders... it's the real deal out here.
The ringer outside the Stockman's Hall of Fame
This is the first jet-powered plane bought by QANTAS, and one of the most valuable planes in the world. Some its passengers have been soldiers going to the Vietnam war, The Beatles on their Australian tour, Michael Jackson on his Thriller tour, Madonna and Saudi Arabian royalty. The interior is very opulent, there are two vases worth $20 000 each. Unfortunately, we weren't allowed to take photos inside!
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