Northern Explorer

Today, I decided it was time for another regional exploration on my motorbike, this time with a northern loop in mind. As usual, my goal was to cover as much dirt as possible. The route would take me through Gunning, Collector, and Bungendore before heading back home.
I started by riding along Tallagandra Lane, Boutchers Lane, Elms Road, Hillgrove Road, and Veterans Road, which took me into Gunning for a quick break and fuel stop. From Gunning, I continued on Collector Road to the small town of Collector. I paused here briefly to capture a photo of the historic Bushranger Hotel (established in 1860) and the memorial to Constable Samuel Nelson, who was tragically shot by the outlaw John Dunn on January 26, 1865.
After leaving Collector, I crossed the Federal Highway and continued along Collector Road, eventually turning off onto Lucky Pass Road toward Currawang. Here, I stopped to check out St. Matthias’ Church, an old gem that first opened on April 14, 1875. From there, I took the blacktop to Taylors Creek Road, where I was back on dirt again.
A turn onto Western Leg Road led me to a gate marking private property, where I took the opportunity to snap a few photos of the wind turbines in the Grosses Hill area before returning to Taylors Creek Road. Back on track, I soon came across a Military Settlers Memorial, commemorating the returned servicemen and their families who settled in the Currandooley and Willeroo area after World War II.
With Bungendore in sight, I took Tarago Road into town and made a quick stop. Heading back west towards home, I took a scenic detour through Wamboin before joining Sutton Road for the final leg back. It was another great day exploring the region, filled with history, scenic views, and plenty of dirt roads.

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