Day 8 - Coonamble to Walgett 115 Kms

Hoo Bloody HooRay. Was able to complete the scheduled ride distance of 115 Kms. What a joy to have a tail wind instead of the alternative. Took 3 hours 55 Mins. Ascending 18 metres and descending 82 meters. The temperature at the finish of the ride was 41 C.

Memorial to Fallen Soldiers in Walgett "Lest We Forget"

The Namoi River.

Walgett is derived from a Aboriginal word meaning "meeting of two waters" Walgett was proclaimed a town on 20 March 1885 but settlement had been established for many years. Today, Walgett is renowned for production of quality wheat, chickpeas, cotton, beef, sheep and wool. The area is the largest exporter of chickpeas in the world

Walgett has a large Aboriginal population and is rich in Aboriginal history & culture. 

The first mechanical shearing machine was engineered at Euroka Station near Walgett by Frederick Wolseley. The machine operated hand piece acknowledged in March 1877 paved the future of the wool industry as we know it today. The Wolseley car was named after Frederick.

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