That would be nice to have Aussies first as recently they have faltered slightly in that regard--- though here's the updated conspiracy theory-- It's Australian WOMEN!!!! on Mars, as they are better at being first.
That may well be a mirage, they are common in that sort of country, which is quite terrifying I think! As far as the eye can see there is a landscape which we were all willing to assume was Mars! Due to the recent rain in the Outback it could also possibly, but not likely, to be water.
Whilst you said that your post illustrates how easily conspiracy theories start, Bill, I do not think that you can claim a complete success as I made the gibber identification immediately. I have only been in that country a few times, and that was ages ago, but there are people who would be able to challenge you and even identify where the photo was taken.
But it does look Mars-ish doesn't it?
