Brisbane, Australia

STS072-721-010 (11-20 Jan. 1996) --- Astronauts aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour exposed this frame of Brisbane, the third largest city in Australia, as well as the capital of Queensland. The heart of the city is 12 miles from Moreton bay and is located on the Brisbane River. In the photograph this area is clearly visible due to the "W"-shaped bend in the river. Mount Coot-Na Park is the dark area on the upper edge of the frame. This area provides an overlook for the entire city. Moreton Island is the Exclamation shaped island protecting the harbor. Fraser Island is about 150 miles north of Brisbane. The international airport is directly above the river in this view.