CALLIDE
Day two and our trip started in earnest with the first sniff of dirt for the bikes, travelling from Rogers' house to his parents station. We were then escorted to Durong via the back roads, where the return to bitumen meant we could get a wriggle on and head for Callide Mine near Biloela for an afternoon visit.
Our man on the ground at Callide was former Moranbah Rams stalwart Craig Lowe, whose efforts ensured our first mine visit of many went without a hitch. We were treated to a stickybeak around their pits, including a visit to their 8750 dragline, currently digging with an impressive 'Boxcut Around The Side Of A Hill" technique, which is perhaps unique in these parts, and certainly an eye opener.
Our man on the ground at Callide was former Moranbah Rams stalwart Craig Lowe, whose efforts ensured our first mine visit of many went without a hitch. We were treated to a stickybeak around their pits, including a visit to their 8750 dragline, currently digging with an impressive 'Boxcut Around The Side Of A Hill" technique, which is perhaps unique in these parts, and certainly an eye opener.
8750 Dragline at Callide
We then wheeled the bikes into the muster area, and met with the oncoming shift, who opened their wallets to support our cause, and quickly filled our collection tin with more plastic than coin. Rhonda Stubbins then presented us with a cheque on behalf of Anglo Coal Callide in recognition of the importance of the RFDS to their ongoing community wellbeing. In total $533.50 was collected, a great effort from Callide and a great start for us.
Mick, Tom, Neil and Craig Raise the DFTD Flag and Callide
We then set off into the setting sun to Moura, where we stayed with Tim and Jolene Day, whose story appears on our website.
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