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It’s just G-e-o-l-o-g-y

Apologies to Joe Jackson

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Bungarra

Spotted this week on the rubbish run was this fine example of the Bungarra or Sand goanna rummaging around in the trash looking for food scraps. A good 1.5m long I was treating this animal with a great deal of respect.

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Dehydration

Whilst we do not know for sure until the coroners reports are released it is assumed 3 people unfortunately died of dehydration on the rock this week. The community was understandably upset and the mood somber. It is not unheard of however as, on average, one person dies every year of dehydration here. This is despite abundant advice about the dangers involved in climbing particularly when it’s hot. 

There are signs up in the campsite office and on the noticeboard near the camp kitchen. Staff members always reiterate this information and advise an early start, just after dawn, to get most of the walk done before the heat of the afternoon. Above 30C people should really consider their safety before attempting what is a serious walk. This week it’s been up to at least 38C and probably more on the rock where afternoon radiant heat will amplify this considerably.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-09-16/three-deaths-at-remote-mount-augustus-tourist-site-police-say/12670098