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Charleville Photographic Display

Charleville Photographic Display
Charleville

The Charleville Town Hall houses a photographic display that highlights the Outback way of life and its characters.

Windorah Visitor Information Centre

Windorah Visitor Information Centre
Windorah

The Windorah Visitor Information Centre is beside the Whitula Gate Museum in Maryborough Street. The centre is more than an Information Centre - it is a gathering place for the local residents.

John Flynn Place Museum and Art Gallery

John Flynn Place Museum and Art Gallery
Cloncurry

John Flynn Place Museum and Art Gallery in Cloncurry commemorates the work of John Flynn and the beginnings of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. The museum is a three story venue which also celebrates the contribution from Fred McKay and Alfred Traeger.

Currawinya National Park

Currawinya National Park
Hungerford

In Currawinya National Park, waterbirds and migratory shorebirds are drawn in their thousands to globally important wetlands - but the area has another special significance: the Bilby Fence. A predator-proof fence has been built within this park to protect the very popular but endangered Aussie mammal, the greater bilby.

Charleville Royal Flying Doctors Visitor Centre


Charleville

The Royal Flying Doctor Visitor Centre provides you with an incredible insight into the iconic outback service which is still being delivered to the people of the outback by the Flying Doctor.

Hydro Power Plant


Thargomindah

The Hydro Power Plant is the first in Australia and third in the World! In 1891 drilling commenced on a bore to supply the town with water and in 1893 an exceptionally good supply was struck at 795 metres (2650 feet) with the water at 84 degrees Celsius.

Stonehouse Museum


Boulia

When Boulia storekeeper James Edward Jones built his home in 1888, little did he know that it would become one of Western Queensland's major attractions.

Bi-Centennial Museum


Cunnamulla

The Bi-Centennial Museum is located in the Cunnamulla library and is open Monday to Friday. The building was once the Masonic Lodge and the Lodge memorabilia is also on display. The large photographic display is a record of the development of the town.

Royal Flying Doctor Service Visitor Centre


Mount Isa

Some people call it the outback's greatest miracle – that phenomenal 'mantle of safety over the inland' known as the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS).

Outback At Isa


Mount Isa

Outback at Isa is the hub of Tourism in North West Queensland. Your one stop shop to explore what the region has to offer.

Hiltons Corner


Ilfracombe

Enter this veritable Aladdin's Cave of treasures! Literally thousands upon thousands of some of the most unthinkable collections you will find anywhere.

Romani Hall


Ilfracombe

Romani Hall invites you to remember the gallant young boys from the district who answered the ‘call to arms’, in this proud tribute to their valuable contribution to their country.

Waltzing Matilda Centre


Winton

If there is one song that lives in the hearts of all Australians, it’s “Waltzing Matilda”. The song written by A.B. Banjo Paterson in 1895, has played a significant part in defining the Australian character. “Waltzing Matilda” inspires the Australian spirit.

Outer Barcoo Interpretive Centre


Isisford

The Outer Barcoo Interpretation Centre features the world class fossil exhibit of Isisfordia Duncani - reported to be the ancestor of all modern crocodilians. This wonderful exhibit showcases time back to 100 million years ago, as well as illustrating the changes in flora and fauna from the surrounding shire.

Leahy Historical House


Thargomindah

Leahy House was built around 1885 when a deed of grant was made to the Thargomindah Newspaper Company. The house is built of local mud brick and was owned by Sir Sydney Kidman in the early 1900s.

Augathella Moonlighters Theatre


Augathella

Augathella has a colourful and unique history full of Bullock Teams, notorious Bushrangers, Shearing, Rodeos and Outback Life. To celebrate this history, a 20 minute documentary has been produced and can be viewed on request, Monday to Friday from 9.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.

Charleville Heritage Trail Walk


Charleville

The Charleville Heritage Trail Walk will take you on a journey of discovery - grab your self-guided trail map or an audio CD from the Charleville Visitor Information Centre before you start your day. Narrated by locals, discover a wide variety of architectural styles dating back to 1888.

Whitula Gate Museum


Windorah

The Whitula Gate Museum is based around an original slab hut built by the Rabbit Board in 1906 as a boundary riders' hut. The hut was moved to its present location in 1996 to be used as the centre point of the museum.

Kinnon and Co The Station Store


Longreach

Kinnon and Co. The Station Store - Hats, Horses, History and Hospitality. One of Longreach's best attractions. Browse unique outback products including exclusive leathergoods, clothing, gifts and souvenirs, reminisce with old time photography or watch an old-time movie.

Alpha Murals


Alpha

Alpha is branded the ‘Town of Murals’ due to the 27 colourful murals painted on buildings throughout the town.

Quilpie Museum and Shire Gallery


Quilpie

Ensure your first stop in Quilpie is at the Museum. The centre’s building is train-shaped to celebrate Quilpie’s position as the beginning and the end of the railway line and, as Quilpie is known as the “Home of Boulder Opal”, it is painted in hues of the opal.

Morven Branding Board


Morven

Visit the Morven Branding Board because the branding of cattle is an integral part of raising cattle. The 'brands' are unique designs that belong to each cattle property.

Mount Isa Underground Hospital and Museum


Mount Isa

The first hospital in Mount Isa was a row of tents operated by the company from the earliest years of mining operations. Mount Isa Mines opened a 40 bed Community Hospital on the leases in 1929. Eventually another hospital was built on the Hospital reserve in town.

Powerhouse Museum Wyandra


Wyandra

The Powerhouse Museum Wyandra is part of the Wyandra Heritage Trail. In 1955 two National engines were moved from Cunnamulla. Prior to that there was no electricity. The powerhouse was designed as a one man 24 hour operation with the superintendent living next door.

Morven Museum, Kerosene Tin Hut and Miniature Pioneer Village


Morven

Step back in time where every day early Outback life is on display. The small but delightful Morven Museum, Kerosene Tin Hut and Miniature Pioneer Village contains some fascinating memorabilia. A must see is the miniature replica pioneer township.

Augathella Murals


Augathella

A picture speaks 1000 words. Many of the buildings and fences along Main Street Augathella feature a fabulous series of murals depicting much of Augathella’s history. The latest Mural explains the 'Smiley' story.

Ilfracombe Historical Society Incorporation


Ilfracombe

A wonderful display of machinery, some of it very rare and almost all collected within 100 miles of the town, can be seen at The Ilfracombe Historical Society Incorporation. The display is free of charge, with a donation box located on premises if you feel generous.

Australian Stockmans Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre


Longreach

The Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame is a spectacular tribute to the people of outback Australia.

Longreach Powerhouse Museum


Longreach

The Longreach Powerhouse Museum is the largest preserved rural generating facility in Australia.

Town Hall Photographic Display


Charleville

In the Charleville Town Hall you will find an extensive photographic display depicting the Outback way of life and its characters. The photographers are local amateurs capturing the essence of everyday life in Outback Queensland. Enjoy their works while gaining an insight into this part of the state.

Qantas Founders Museum


Longreach

In 1988 the Western Queensland community established the Qantas Founders Museum in recognition of the service Qantas had given to the people of the outback. The Qantas Founders Museum celebrates the airline's growth from its inception to the influence Qantas has had on the outback and the world.

Morven Historical Museum


Morven

Step back in time where everyday early outback life is on display. The small but delightful Morven Outback Museum contains some fascinating memorabilia. A must see is the miniature replica pioneer township. Painstakingly recreated over 15 years, buildings that has long gone and has been preserved.

Kunmurri Artist Trail


Longreach

The Kunmurri (Rainbow Serpent) Artist Trail is a detailed map tour in booklet form that you can follow at your own pace.

Railway Museum


Longreach

The Longreach Railway Museum is a static museum depicting what life was like in the 1900s, when the rail played a vital role in the establishment of the town.

Thargomindah Visitor Information Centre


Thargomindah

The Thargomindah Visitor Information Centre is housed in a building built from local mud brick prior to 1888 and used as a hospital until 1976, when a new hospital facility was built in Dowling Street.

Riversleigh Fossil Centre


Mount Isa

Fossils.

The Jackson Collections


Ilfracombe

The Jackson Collections was opened by the Governor General in September 2009, and is the lifetime collections of two brothers, Hilton and Ike Jackson.

Charleville Historic House Museum


Charleville

The Charleville Historic House Museum has a collection of historic artifacts ranging from photographs and furniture to old vehicles and newspapers. A wonderful example of early Queensland architecture, it was built in 1888 as the original National Bank building of Charleville.

Birdsville Working Museum


Birdsville

A great experience to be had by all whilst in Birdsville is the Birdsville Working Museum. John and Judy Menzies welcome you to the outback with a trip down memory lane.

Augathella Wrought Iron Sculptures


Augathella

Augathella has a wonderful collection of rustic Wrought Iron Sculptures. Along Main Street you will find them. They are whimsical and humorous and well worth a look. Bring the family along and see what the artists of Augathella have to offer.

Flinders Discovery Centre


Hughenden

This huge display area houses an amazing exhibition of fossils from around the world, as well as an extensive and growing display of fossils from the local area.

Australian Workers Heritage Centre


Barcaldine

Discover at your own pace the Australian Workers Heritage Centre - a place of reflection, within this museum styled complex, visitors can journey through exhibition space which celebrates the extraordinary legacy of working Australians telling a vitally important part of our nation's history through its working life via interactive displays,...

Australian Age of Dinosaurs


Winton

Australian Age of Dinosaurs is home to the world's largest collection of Australian dinosaur fossils. A working dinosaur museum and research laboratory, it's located on 1,400 hectares of spectacular mesa plateau with vast scenery, wildlife and walking trails.

Kronosaurus Korner


Richmond

Richmond is home to the Award winning Kronosaurus Korner. Inside Kronosaurus Korner you'll find the only centre in Australia primarily dedicated to displaying marine reptiles, as well as a very special dinosaur. Minmi, with impressions of its fossilised skin, is considered to be Australia’s best-preserved dinosaur skeleton.

The Wellshot Centre


Ilfracombe

The Wellshot Centre is dedicated to telling the story of one of Australia's largest sheep stations. View a 20 minute film "A Rush for Grass" which graphically displays the challenges faced by early pioneers and their fortitude in adapting to a harsh and fickle climate.

Blackall Woolscour


Blackall

The Blackall Woolscour is the last remaining steam operated wool washing plant in Australia. This complex is a living museum with a direct link to Australia’s pioneering era. The Woolscour started being built in 1906 and started operation in 1908 and operated until 1978.

Wintons Diamantina Heritage Truck and Machinery Museum


Winton

Bring the whole family along and take a nostalgic trip into transport history by visiting Winton's Diamantina Heritage Truck and Machinery Museum. The museum features historic trucks, vehicles and machinery as well as photographic and transport memorabilia. It’s a fun and educational day out for the whole family to enjoy.

Corfield and Fitzmaurice Building


Winton

Inside the heritage listed Corfield and Fitzmaurice building awaits one of the nation's most comprehensive displays of Australian Dinosaur fossils. Australian Age of Dinosaurs shows the results of the fossil fever that has gripped Winton since the first bones of 'Elliot' were found on a Winton property.

Dr Arratta Memorial Museum


Muttaburra

After closure of the Muttaburra Hospital in 1974, the building was converted to a historical display and general museum. The operating theatre dates back to 1933 and is still equipped. The Museum is a memorial to Dr Arratta who arrived in Muttaburra in 1925.