The most prominent landmark of Mount Isa is the smelter smokestack that sits on the western side of town. Mount Isa is a mining and cattle town.
The smelter complex.
Mansworld. Later in the day, the expedition was outfitted with Akubra hats at this fine mercantile.
It is a long way to anywhere from Mount Isa.
At the panoramic overlook of town.
The rodeo grounds.
Mining is a dirty business.
A tourist “mine.”
The rodeo capital of Australia.
The Akubra hats were later instrumental in obscuring our presence amongst the locals.
