We had a night out to see Dianne Cilento portray Peggy Guggenstein a multi-millionaire art collector who helped launch the career of many artists from 1930 (including Picasso). She purchased their work when they were unknown and struggling to survive. She conscientiously bought a painting, a sculpture, or another work of art every day. Her collection became famous and on her death was purchased by the Guggenstein Museum in New York. Her home complete with her unique collection is now a museum on the Grand Canal in Venice.
The Karnak Playhouse is located in an isolated area of a North Queensland rainforest and is difficult to find, especially at night. The entrance stairs lead to an Art Gallery Cafe. The open air theatre slopes down from the back of the cafe to the stage below.
It was an unique experience and we felt fortunate to be in the area at the right time,
Walking through the rainforest near Mission Beach
"The Strand is a 2.2km world-class beachfront promenade custom-built for enjoyment. Along this palm tree studded stretch are bike and walkway paths, safe swimming beaches, picturesque picnic spots, a water park and chic restaurants and bars with to-die-for water views.
The Strand is a facility that provides the opportunity for people of all ages to be physically active in their daily life. It is an environment that encourages people in the Townsville community, of all ages, to be out and about in their local community.
You can enjoy the free family fun of the water park, fish off the pier, choose to get active with a jog, or simply laze on Australia's Cleanest Beach and enjoy the million dollar views to Magnetic Island. The Strand offers the best of all worlds."
Cycling back to the caravan park we spotted this smoke cloud rolling across the sea toward us caused by a bush fire on the other side of Magnetic Island.
