Mechanic Mishaps and Scenic Surprises

We bid farewell to Westbury once more, our hearts full of the town’s warmth, and set off towards the mechanics at West Tamar. This time, we took a quaint country road we had never explored before, the path winding through rolling hills and past charming farmhouses, each turn revealing a new picturesque scene. The journey itself was a serene prelude to the day’s adventures.

Upon arrival at the mechanics, our plans hit an unexpected snag. They were unable to remove our rear wheels to fit the new airbags. Though the endeavour proved fruitless, we were not disheartened. The fact that we weren’t charged buoyed our spirits, and we remained optimistic about finding a solution in Hobart.

Our next scheduled stop was Hobart. Normally, the journey would take only two and a half hours, but we had ten glorious days to make the trip. Sal was eagerly anticipating a reunion with her two best friends who were flying in for a visit. With ample time to reach our destination, we mapped out a leisurely drive, planning numerous stops to savour the scenic beauty of Tasmania. As Autumn was in its last days, the shorter days led us to choose a simple first stop at Epping Forest, behind a Caltex service station. At first glance, it might sound mundane, but this was Tasmania, and our campsite offered stunning views of the towering Ben Lomond National Park.

That night, the temperature plunged to the coldest we had experienced in Tasmania, a biting 2 degrees Celsius. Frost blanketed the ground, transforming the landscape into a glittering wonderland. As dawn broke, we awoke to the rumbling arrival of a convoy of classic truck cabs, their vintage beauty and roaring engines adding a touch of magic to the frosty morning. The sight of these magnificent machines, shimmering in the crisp morning light, filled us with a renewed sense of wonder. After a moment of shared appreciation, we set off once more, our hearts light and our spirits high, eager to embrace the next chapter of our Tasmanian adventure.Read more