Despite occasional rain and a washout or two on the road, the drive from Karijini to Tom Price was uneventful.
Tom Price is a mining town supporting the nearby huge Mt Tom Price iron ore mine. A town and mine named to commemorate an American geologist, Thomas Price. Tom arrived in the area in the very early 60's and was instrumental in convincing the mining companies to mine in the area. He also played a major role in lobbying the State and Federal Government to allow mining to proceed and for the ore to be exported. Sadly he passed away after returning home to America, only two hours after being told of the very rich ore deposit discovered on a mountain in the town.
On the road leading into Tom Price we spotted a turn off signposted as a lookout. Quite amazing, the vehicle parking area was completely surrounded by mounds of rocks, each bearing painted or inscribed mementos dedicated to deceased loved ones obviously placed there by visitors from all four couriers of the globe.
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