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Carcory Homestead Ruins Bedourie Listed by the National Trust, the Carcory Homestead Ruins are an example of the rich history of the Diamantina. The building was built in the 1870s from local limestone. It was abandoned by Sir Sydney Kidman after battling extreme drought in the early 1900s.

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.

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.

French Line - Simpson Desert Birdsville The Simpson Desert is undoubtedly Australia's most loved desert with large numbers of visitors each year accepting the challenge of crossing the Simpson. Winter rains carpet the desert in wildflowers and the night skies are a star gazers delight.

Destructo Monument Eulo This is a monument to a cockroach called 'Destructo'. In a 1980 state of origin battle 'Destructo' the New South Wales cockroach challenged the World Lizard Racing Champion 'Wooden Head' to a race.

Charleville School of Distance Education Charleville Imagine going to school every day and you are the only child sitting in the classroom. This is everyday life for hundreds of children who live in remote areas and are unable to attend 'a typical school'.

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.

Dowling Track Thargomindah The Dowling Track - a journey of discovery. Travel in the footsteps of Vincent James Dowling and other early pioneers over 100 years ago discovered this area, known as the “Plains of Promise”- people travelled the track looking for a new life and new opportunities. The Australian author, Henry Lawson walked from...

Cooladdi Heritage Trail Cooladdi Cooladdi is the site of a once thriving railway town. Originally known as 'Yarronvale', the name changed to Cooladdi in 1913. The town serviced the rail line from Charleville to Quilpie. This line boasted the fastest steam train in Queensland, affectionately known, as the 'Flying Flea'.

Australia's Dinosaur Trail Winton Follow in the footsteps of the prehistoric creatures that once roamed this ancient land. Australia's Dinosaur Trail encompasses the towns of Richmond, Hughenden and Winton which all have their own unique dinosaur stories to tell. In Richmond, visit Kronosaurus Korner Fossil Centre which is primarily dedicated to displaying marine reptiles.

Combo Waterhole Trail Kynuna Combo’s waterholes reputedly inspired Banjo Paterson to write Waltzing Matilda, Australia’s most popular folk song. The waterholes are a refuge for wildlife during dry times, just as they provided shady picnic spots in 1895 for stagecoach passengers and residents of neighbouring stations.

Frontier Australia Inland Mission Hospital Birdsville The Frontier Australia Inland Mission Hospital began as the Australia Inland Mission setting up a hospital in 1923 in the former Royal Hotel. Visit the Mission Hospital and walk back in time to a time where explorers travelled through town and settlers made it their home.

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.

Cosmos Centre and Observatory Charleville Wow, Ooh ahh and Brilliant, are the words you hear as visitors view the incredible beauty of the Milky Way Galaxy, through the powerful Meade telescopes. Charleville's Cosmos Centre and Observatory is dedicated to ensuring visitors enjoy the wonder of the outback night sky.

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.

Augathella 4x4 Stock Route Trail Augathella Four Wheel Drives Only: The stock route around Augathella is designed for you to follow in the footsteps of the sheep and cattle men of Australia, to discover a totally different way of life. You will find all the 'constructions' used by drovers to control their herds.

Between the Bougainvilleas Heritage Trail Barcaldine Between the Bougainvilleas is an award winning heritage trail, which showcases some of Barcaldine’s varied and colourful history. Maroon signs featuring a windmill logo have been placed at significant historical sites around Barcaldine.

Baldy Top Lookout Quilpie Located 7.4 kilometres from Quilpie on the Toompine Road rests a red rocky formation, aptly named Baldy Top Lookout. Part of the Grey Range, Baldy Top is one of the most elevated points in South West Queensland.

Burke and Wills Dig Tree Thargomindah The Burke and Wills Dig Tree is one of Australia's National icons and an enduring reminder of the pioneering spirit and extreme harshness of the Outback. Nappa Merrie Station is proud to officially manage the site on behalf of the Royal Historical Society of Queensland.

Cambridge Downs Heritage Display Centre Richmond Step back in time and discover the story of Richmond and the surrounding area, which date back 150 years. The Centre was officially opened in 2009 and is a significant stop on Richmond’s Heritage Walk.

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.

Combo Conservation Park Kynuna Combo Conservation Park protects a string of semi-permanent waterholes along the Diamantina River in Queensland’s outback. They are said to have been the poet A B (Banjo) Paterson's inspiration for Waltzing Matilda, Australia's most popular folk song.

Boulia - Tobermorey - Urandangi - Boulia Scenic Drive Boulia This loop covers most of the North-Western side of the Boulia Shire.

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.

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.

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

Birdsville Cemetery Birdsville Visitors are welcome to take a stroll around the historic cemetery in Birdsville, situated in Adelaide Street. The Birdsville Cemetery houses many old gravesites of the early pioneers and is a testament to the hardships they endured in this desert country.

Cunnamulla Fella Cunnamulla The Cunnamulla Fella is a song written by Stan Coster and sung by Slim Dusty. He is an iconic Australian Bush character. The town of Cunnamulla has erected a statue of the Cunnamulla Fella as a tribute to Stan and Slim and to the 'ringers' of the bush.

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.

Aramac - Muttaburra Heritage Trail Aramac The picturesque Heritage Trail is a scenic loop between Aramac and Muttaburra. The trail showcases a diversity of landscapes as you travel through black soil open downs country, to the desert uplands, up or down the Jump Up and past natural lakes.

Cameron Corner Loop Thargomindah The Cameron Corner loop is an ideal way to experience the real Outback. This journey will leave you breathless, passing through open gibber plains where you can see for miles to sandy undulating land. The Cameron Corner loop offers contrasting landscapes and experiences.

Heritage Trail Eulo Eulo The Heritage Trail Eulo helps you build the picture of the wild days of Eulo when a policeman was as requested because 'the riff raff from New South Wales were coming over the border' and the Eulo Queen reigned supreme.

Dinosaurs and Opals Four Wheel Drive Track Winton Take a piece of Queensland with you when you fossick for boulder opals (permit required). Stay the night at the bush park and enjoy the night sky without interruption on the Dinosaurs and Opals Four Wheel Drive Track.

Boulia to Cloncurry Scenic Drive Duchess This scenic drive is a pleasant alternative route between Cloncurry and Boulia. Pass through Malbon (the junction for the Kuridala-Selwyn railway) and the old town sites of Kuridala and Selwyn. Stop in at Duchess where only the hotel remains in this once-busy railway and mining town.

Birdsville Track Birdsville An Australian Outback Adventure, the well maintained, unsealed track links Birdsville in Queensland's south-west to Maree in the mid-north of South Australia. The Birdsville Track covers some of Australia's most beautiful and challenging country, passing through the Simpson Desert and Sturt's Stoney Desert.

Charleville Weather Balloon Release Charleville Do you know how meteorologists predict the weather? Stop wondering and get some answers by visiting the Charleville Bureau of Meteorology.

Charleville Swimming Pool Charleville Enjoy a refreshing swim in the Murweh Shires Council public pool in Charleville. Surrounded by lush green grass and barbecue tables, this is your opportunity to let the kid’s burn off some energy, while you sit back and relax. For more information, please drop into the Charleville Visitor Information Centre.

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.

Augathella Kenniff Tree Augathella There is nothing like having a connection to Bushrangers.

Heritage Trail Cunnamulla Cunnamulla The Cunnamulla Heritage Trail is part of the Paroo Pioneer Pathways. The trail is a self-guided tour that traces the history and the development of the town. Historical sites include the Memorial Fountain, the Robber's Tree, and the Centre in Centenary Park.

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.

Charleville Self-Drive Itineraries Charleville Planning an Outback Holiday and don't know where to start. Well enjoy some of Charleville’s Self Drive Itineraries.

Charleville Skate Park Charleville Travelling with teenagers? Let them stretch their legs in Charleville's new skate park. Conveniently located next door to the swimming pool. Let your kids try out their skills against the local talent and enjoy some peace and quiet of your own.

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.

Burke and Wills Tree Birdsville The Burke and Wills Tree at Birdsville was marked as part of the Burke and Wills expedition in the 1800s. Local history records that this Coolibah Tree, on the banks of the Diamantina River bears the marking BW-C76 1860.

Clara Creek 4x4 Stock Route Trail Morven The Morven Clara Creek 4x4 Stock Route Trail will lead you to discover the Clara Creek Hotel Ruins. Follow the trail to discover a part of Queensland that dates back to 1882.

Graham Andrews Parklands Charleville Whether it's a quick stopover for a bite to eat, or a day out with family and friends, Graham Andrews Parklands is always a great place to stop, relax and stretch your legs.

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,...

Charleville Heritage Trail Drive Charleville A self-guided trail map or an audio CD, hired from the Charleville Visitor Information Centre will take you on a journey of discovery on the Charleville Heritage Trail Drive. Narrated by the locals, this history of Charleville unfolds as you travel around the area.

Allan Tannock Weir Cunnamulla The Allan Tannock Weir is situated on the Warrego River five kilometres south of Cunnamulla. There is a picnic area with wood fuel barbecue, swimming and fishing are permitted one hundred metres from the Weir Wall. A boat ramp is situated five hundred metres up river from the Weir.