Hugh Sawrey, the renowned Australian artist and stockman who spearheaded the creation of the Australian Stockmans Hall of Fame in Longreach, Queensland, in 1974. Hugh David Sawrey (19191999), a self-taught artist born in Forest Glen, Queensland, was deeply connected to the Australian outback through his work as a drover and jackeroo. In 1974, inspired by his experiences and a desire to preserve the legacy of Australias rural pioneers, he founded and became the driving force behind the Australian Stockmans Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre in Longreach. This memorial was envisioned as a tribute to the explorers, overlanders, pioneers, and settlers who shaped remote Australia, particularly those reliant on the horse in the pastoral industry. Sawrey registered the name in December 1974 with the Department of Corporate Affairs in Brisbane and provided initial funding by auctioning his painting The Dugandan Pub. He enlisted notable supporters, including the legendary R.M. Williams, to bring this vision to life. The museum, constructed with timber, stone, and corrugated iron to reflect the outbacks rugged character, was completed in 1987 and officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II on April 29, 1988. It stands as a lasting tribute to the unsung heroes of Australias outback, celebrating their courage, mateship, and contributions. Sawreys art, often depicting outback life, cattle musters, and stockmen, complemented this mission. His paintings, like The Plainsman and His Wife (1983), were used to raise funds through lithographs for the Halls development. His commitment to preserving Australias outback heritage also earned him a CBE in 1989 for services to the arts.

Sorry all for the big photo. As I only got out of hospital after being in for over a month some things have changed in my laptop and I couldn't insert a photo like I usually do. So seeing it's quiet I put up the photo in the previous post. So where would you find this bird. Cheers.

There is a free camp, by the river, not far from this town that has always been popular when we've stayed there. Near the border.

Yes, Texas it is. The last time we were there (last year) we visited the Rabbit Factory Museum, The Tobacco Museum and the Painted Water Tank. All interesting in their own ways.

Over to you The Travelling Dillberries.

Clue, nsw coastal.

Would that be the bridge over the Myall River.

Is Tea Gardens your home town?

If so, it was the best clue.

I could be anywhere.

 

At 24kb, no one will get it. Remember you had a crack at me about resolution?

Yes Gaylehere, you are on the right track.

To help you along it is in Victoria.

Ineedabiggerboat wrote:

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Dont need Specsavers, easier to look at file size. Nevertheless, is it Deniliquin?

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No, not Deniliquin. Good try.

But Specsavers may help with the spelling.

Ineedabiggerboat wrote:

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Re Specsavers, Id like to relay my experience. Ive had cataract surgery plus a few years ago had a detached retina repaired by a surgeon in Macquarie St in Sydney. In Sydney, I used to go to an ophthalmologist called Vision Central. Great service, went there for close to twenty years. Very thorough. When in moved to near Forster, I went to Specsavers at Taree. Got both reading glasses and multi focal sunnies. There was something not quite right. Went back to using my old glasses and went to a local optometrist. Very professional, very thorough examination and they found an issue that was causing me grief. I asked her why Specsavers didnt catch it and she said that their optometrists are trained well but restricted to a 20 minute exam so they can bill Medicare. Moral of the story. Shouldnt have gone to Specsavers. Pay more, cry once.

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I believe it was you that recommended Specsavers initially?  

I reckon it's on the Murray....say Echuca?

Here we go.

I've yet to see a photo that does this place justice.

It's simply stupendous!