We left 3 hours later than the planned time yesterday, for our trip to various parts of NSW and eventually to Hawks Nest (north of Newcastle) for the Adria Van club rally later in the month. With everything packed, the last thing we do as we are ready to leave, is to check the lights, blinkers etc on the van. However, nothing was working. Peter was puzzled as the lights were working on the car. After ringing the auto electrician, we had to unhitch the van and take the car to him to hopefully find the problem. He too was puzzled, but eventually discovered a wire disconnected. This wire could not come apart by itself. I then realized that last week when we were getting the airbag harness replaced, the wire must have been disconnected and not reconncted. A simple fix when you know the problem!!! So back home, hitch on the caravan again, and finally we were able to leave and headed to Stanthorpe.
Stanthorpe is a town that over the years we have driven past on many occasions, but never stop, so thought we would stay a few days and do the " touristy thing". We dropped in on a friend, John, and went to the local RSL for a lovely meal with him last night.
This morning we picked him up and he took us to some of the local attractions. Firstly it was morning tea overlooking the lovely river and parkland.
From there it was to the local Jam Factory but unfortunately it was closed, so off to the Castle Glen where they make a huge range of liqueurs, and of course couldn't resist tasting a few varieties - very tasty!!
They have a great range of bottles in all shapes and sizes.
Then the next stop was the cheese factory. Another great range of cheese and locally made products to taste (and buy). Up the road is Suttons Apples, a great place for lunch and apple juice tasting. I'm not usually an apple juice fan, but these are the best I have tasted.
After all this food it was time for a siesta - for Peter anyway. So we had a quiet relaxing afternoon.
We are staying in Stanthorpe till Thursday, so tomorrow will be some more sightseeing.
Bye for now,
Lesley and Peter.
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