BLACKALL-TAMBO REGION

INCORPORATING THE TOWNS OF Blackall; Tambo

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Top 5 Things to See and Do

Blackall’s Historical Woolscour

Discover history in action at the Blackall Woolscour, Australia’s last remaining steam operated wool washing plant. Built in 1908, the Woolscour was deemed a state-of-the-art facility to prepare and wash raw woollen fleece by removing impurities from its fibres. The Woolscour is now a fully functioning Heritage-listed museum that provides a unique and authentic experience for visitors to the region. The Woolscour offers tours seasonally. www.blackallwoolscour.com.au

Blackall Aquatic Centre and Spa

Need some rest and relaxation? Take some time from your travels to indulge in the therapeutic hot artesian waters of the Blackall Aquatic Centre. Set in beach style surrounds with quiet outdoor ambiance, the perfect place to unwind. Enjoy the spacious 20-seat spa, fed from the warm bubbling bore water and the 50m Olympic size pool. Call in for a refreshing dip – it’s heaven after a day’s driving.

August is Festival Time!

Mark your calendars! From 17 – 20 August 2023 the Better In Blackall Festival will be combining the best that Blackall has to offer. This small community explodes into a four-day festival that showcases the spirit of our Outback town. Packed with local grazing plates, sunset wine and food tastings, street parties, cultural displays, billycart races, BBQ cook-off s, live music and so much more! www.betterinblackall.com

Ben’s

Chicken Racing

Meet Ben the ‘chook trainer’ and his egg-citing ‘ladies’, enjoy a laugh, some fundraising, cold beer and good food on your next visit to Tambo. Every evening from April to October at 5pm the Royal Carrangarra Hotel plays host to Ben’s Chicken Racing. You can join in on this hilarious fun ... if you bid high enough at the auction, you can own a brightly coloured chicken for the duration of the race – proceeds support charities such as the Royal Flying Doctor Service. www.chickenracing.com.au

Tambo Teddies

Did you know teddy bears fit for royalty have been created in the Outback town of Tambo? But these bears are not just for royalty, Tambo Teddies take pride of place in homes all over the world and have made the little town of Tambo the ‘Outback Teddy capital of Australia’. Tenderly crafted from 100% woollen sheepskin, visit the workshop and watch a bear come to life. Don’t forget to snap a selfie with the only Teddy Bear Crossing sign in Australia! www.tamboteddies.com.au

BLACKALL Population: 1,408

BLACKALL VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

108a Shamrock Street, Blackall P 07 4657 4637 E binfo@btrc.qld.gov.au blackalltambotourism.com.au

TAMBO Population: 283

TAMBO VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

9 Arthur Street, Tambo P 07 4654 6408 E tourism@btrc.qld.gov.au blackalltambotourism.com.au

Top Tips

▶ Download the Blackall-Tambo Region App for your complete guide to our communities, events, attractions and local services.

▶ Take a selfie with The People’s Sign –Blackall’s version of a Hollywood sign hailed a showstopper!

▶ A little-known piece of history that may come as a surprise to some, you can visit the first Qantas Crash Site while in Tambo.

▶ Take the tour at Ram Park Museum and visualise how the pioneers tried to tame the Outback. Various displays and antiques paint the story of Blackall’s colourful past.

▶ Visit Jack Howe and learn about this legendary shearer. Just around the corner, you will also fi nd the Black Stump, another historically signifi cant landmark in our region.

▶ Stretch your legs along Tambo’s Coolibah Walk or Blackall’s Pathway to Health

▶ Check out the latest exhibitions at Blackall’s Bushman’s Gallery or Tambo’s Grasslands Gallery. There are plenty of ‘alfresco artworks’ to enjoy along our Sculpture Trail!