Keep an Eye out for 'Rattles' in his horse drawn cart

Thanks Rod - Small world isn't it?

Yes we thought he was a delightful chap. He has taken on a quite a challenge - all for a good cause of course. Thanks for putting up the facebook link, my skills in that area are quite limited. I was quite chuffed when the photo turned up :O))

Hi Bob - I am only vaguely aware of the Star Wars era - being in the bush around that time, but I think you are on the right track.

The 'Darth Vader' we passed hit the road from one of the 'big smoke' locations on the east coast about the time we were heading in that direction, as I recall from the various news items at the time.

The fellow we saw near Widgiemooltha was in a fully kitted Darth Vader outfit and pushing a handcart & I remarked to Jill that it must be awfully hot in that clobber as we flew past.

I expect he too is also supporting a worthy cause, but he was on his own out there and doing it tough I imagine.

He may have been mentioned on 'Macca's on Sunday' session as well.

I take my hat off to all of those characters out there - whether on bikes, footwalkin' or Shanks's pony - doing their bit for the various organisations, as they all make a difference.

Regards - Phil