A double-sided map that includes Paynesville, Metung and Lakes Entrance in the south to Dinner Plain, Omeo and Mount Nugong in the north. It features Dargo, Mitchell River National Park, Swifts Creek, Cobungra, Victoria Falls, Cassilis, Deptford, Bullumwaal, Mount Baldhead, and Haunted Stream.
4WD Treks of the High Country will lead readers through twenty-six of the best four-wheel drive touring destinations in both the Victorian and New South Wales alpine region. Jam-packed full of information on the regions history, natural features and highlights, this detailed guide makes an indispensable travelling companion for those setting out to explore one of the countrys most unique areas. The guide features over 150 stunning full colour photographs which help bring the High Country to life. Whilst exploring this awe-inspiring region, travellers will discover old gold mining towns tucked away in secluded valleys, marvel at breathtaking vistas from atop some of the regions highest peaks and be guided to great campsites to throw down their swags, often beside babbling mountain streams. With the aid of comprehensive route directions, intrepid adventurers are guided on the right track from start to finish, taking in many little-known points of interest tucked away in the mountains. As one of Australias premier four-wheel drive touring destinations, 4WD Treks of the High Country will help readers get the best from their adventure to this stunning area.
The Kokoda legend lay dormant for six decades, during which the rampant New Guinean jungle reclaimed many of its historic sites. Now, after years of painstaking research, and with the aid of the fast-thinning ranks of both Australian and Japanese veterans, Bill James has uncovered these 'lost battlefields', plus more. For those wishing to understand the history of the Kokoda Track, the (528 page) book will be of great interest. For those intending to undertake the gruelling trek, it is essential reading. The third edition of the book includes a new 1:50?000 scale waterproof trek map (740 mm x 408 mm 2-sided) that will be an indispensible aid. The revised edition includes the grave or memorial information for the fallen.