Sydney to Croydon (Northern Queensland) An Interesting Account of a Journey to the Gulf Country with a Member of Parliament

"Sydney to Croydon (Northern Queensland)" by Saltbush is a late 1800s travelogue that recounts a journey from Sydney to the gold-mining town of Croydon. It details the author's voyage with a friend invited to explore the goldfield, by sea and train, through towns and tough terrain, as they encountered a variety of people. The book is full of vibrant explanations of the places, people, and experiences of the time. The reader is presented with amusing stories and lively comments about the travelers and natural views, painting a scene of the active travel environment of the period, full of future adventure and the appeal of gold.