Katherine

Springvale Homestead was established in 1879 but later abandoned -- its residents perhaps moving on in search of somewhere more interesting. Kangaroos line the side of the road, watching cars suspiciously then bolting.

One of the main roads in the town of Katherine is underwater, so residents sit on the bank of this new river fishing and watching their children swim. We have been told that alligators can be anywhere, but the presence of local children swimming indicates a safe spot. I consider this advice but as I am unable to spot a child who appears to swim more slowly than I do, I decide it best to stay out.