The Unusual Little Town....

Just a short drive from Eaglehawk Hideaway is a strange little town called "Doo Town". Every house in Doo Town has a name which includes the word "Doo". Definately worth a visit while in the area for those that are intrigued by the unusual......

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The Man in the Kangaroo Skin....

A line of ferocious dogs and detachment of military guards kept a constant watch along the narrow isthmus at Eaglehawk Neck. They were on the lookout for escaped convicts from Port Arthur. Many convicts attempted escape but only a few ever made it via Eaglehawk Neck.

Some died in the thick bush or drowned whilst attempting a sea crossing on rafts and makeshift canoes. Many were deterred from trying to swim the shallow waters of Eaglehawk Bay as it was believed the waters were shark infested.

Some of the escape attempts were quite ingenious. The convict Billy Hunt disguised himself by draping himself in a kangaroo skin. He then attempted to hop across the 'Neck". He nearly made it except one of the soldiers who decided to shoot the big roo to supplement their supply of meat. Fortunately for Billy the shot went astray and he was forced to reveal himself before a second shot was fired.