Spinefex and Sand

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Author: David W. Carnegie

In 1896-1897, the Hon. David Wynford Carnegie, born in 1871, youngest son of the Earl of Southesk, led one of the largest great expeditions in the exploration of Australia. His route from Lake Darlot to Hall Creek and return, took thirteen months and covered over three thousand miles. Carnegie financed his expedition from the result of a successful gold strike at Lake Darlot.