People gather at a beach in northern Queensland, ready to witness a rare sight.<br/> <br />The chance of catching a full solar eclipse drew large crowds to the state on Wednesday (November 14).<br/> <br />Many were armed with safety goggles as the moon began its journey across the sun.<br/> <br />An extra 60,000 people were expected to head to the state and watch the rare event.<br/> <br />And with clear conditions here at Palm Cove, the spectacle delighted crowds.<br/> <br />North Queensland was plunged into darkness for two minutes.<br/> <br />SOUNDBITE: YOUNG BOY SAYING (English):<br/> <br />"Yeah, it's really cool. I've never seen anything like this before."<br/> <br />SOUNDBITE: TERRY CUTTLE, ASTRONOMER SAYING (English):<br/> <br />"Wow, we got the perfect clearing for it. It was absolutely amazing."<br/> <br />The event was expected to generate a 78 million dollar tourism boost for the region.<br/> <br />A partial eclipse was also visible in other parts of Australia.
