Isis Downs Shearing Shed
Farming, Food and Produce attractions
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| Blackall Road | |||
| Isisford, Queensland 4731 | |||
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The Isis Downs Shearing Shed is the largest shearing shed in Australia. It consists of 52 shearing stands and is equipped with a rectangular sheep yard complex which, in its day, could hold 30,000 sheep at full capacity. It is a huge semi-circular shed which was fabricated in England, shipped to Australia and finally erected on site in July of 1914 by the same company that built the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Only two sheds of this type and style were ever manufactured, with the other one being situated in Argentina. The Isis Downs Shearing Shed is a true rural icon and is a must see when visiting the Isisford area. A souvenir booklet entitled 'History of the Isis Downs Shearing Shed' can be purchased from the Isisford Shire Council office. |
| Disabled access: | Yes |
| Children welcome: | Yes |
Isis Downs Shearing Shed, Isisford
