Ned Kelly went riding out across the bay_

Great Sandy Strait separates K'gari/Fraser Island from the mainland at River Heads, Queensland. In this stretch of water two tidal runs interact: a tide entering the strait from the south and the tide entering the strait from Hervey Bay from the north. Together they create sand banks and tidal race channels, and this in the vicinity of the flood and tidal discharges from the estuary of the Mary River.
The navigation signs which guide tourist barges into the landing are reminiscent of some of the work of Australian Artist, Sidney Nolan.
In his work, renowned bushranger Ned Kelly, who made metal headwear and breastplate of iron to protect himself from the bullets of police, was depicted with black armour. nga.gov.au/exhibitions/ned-kelly/ This may explain my title, "Ned Kelly went Riding out Across the Bay". www.google.com/search?rlz=1C1RXMK_enAU1006AU1006&q=no...
The photo was taken mid-afternoon in summer, almost directly into the sun, hence its desaturation, but we were pleased with the result.

Taken in: Australia / Queensland / Kingfisher Bay (show map)

Taken on: May 29, 2023

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