The town puddled under a dull, persistent rain but Barry supplied the ladies with umbrellas so we could walk around town and explore the shops while the men retired to the local pub. We were trying to work off the fried banana bread. I’m not sure that worked, but we enjoyed ourselves despite the rain.
The Rotary Club supports the Pioneer Lodge in Walcha, which we toured under the guidance of a local historian who was able to tell us about the many artefacts we were viewing. A highlight for me was when he played a 1910 gramophone which plays cylinders. The sound was scratchy and tinny, but it was amazing to hear a recording from 100 years ago.
As we walked around and our guide showed us the outdoor toilet, he mentioned how things have changed.
“In the old days, you went to the toilet outside and ate inside. Now, we go to the toilet inside but eat outside.”
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