Canning Stock Route Re-Enactment. Update
Submitted: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2006 at 20:12
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KimPrado
Recently there was some discussion related to the CSRR (post 30762).
It is correct (as Mike pointed out) the CSRR won't occur in 2006. The reason for this is a lack of funding response from the two levels of Government in WA. No problem with that.
Although 2006 is the centenary of Alfred Canning's endeavour, it didn't finish until 1910, which leaves a window of opportunity until 2010.
Therefore, there are still a number of years to celebrate both Canning and Snell's achievements. I might also point out this is very important to their families.
In relation to concerns regarding water for cattle and the disturbance of areas such as Durba Springs:
The CSRR would have come to a screaming halt if the committee couldn't find an answer this problem. Eventually we did.
As far as cattle disturbance around watering holes is concerned, it's not an issue. They'll be watered
well away from the tourist route. Therefore you will not be overrun by a cattle drive.
Finally, this is still a gazetted cattle route.
Regards
Kim