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The region is based on an agricultural economy, and every form29of farming enterprise exists. With the twin and 10 citrus capitals of Gayndah The Devils Nest Ropers Peak 5 Mundubbera, to some of the best beef studs in the country right through Isla Gorge Lookout 6 M * 24 10 The Battery UL Battleship C AH Mt Cannondale to dairying, pork small Y ’ S RDproduction and 18 51 A place in the North 12 14 20 Burnett.

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In contrast with our parks, mountain ranges and waterways, history 33 Mt Nicholson Aldis Mt abounds in the region and while we have Gayndah as the ‘oldest town in Queensland’, most official 97 of the area was settled prior to Queensland’s GE 15 RAN separation from New South Wales.

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DA WS From Paradise Dam at Biggenden, the many weirs on the Burnett Moura10 Hope Mt along ON 3 9 4 HIGHWAY River, through to Cania Dam18 at Monto,28water skiing, 7boating and fishing 10 14 16 opportunities abound with all areas providing ample camping and picnic 44 Mt Booroomen 17 facilities. Come and enjoy the “naturally beautiful” North Burnett and our Double Peak hospitality.

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Location Burnett River 35km north-west of Biggenden and 80km south-west of Bundaberg.

Dam Features Completed in 2005 after four years construction and has a 300,000 megalitre capacity.

Mingo Crossing Location

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Set along the banks of the beautiful Burnett River and upstream from Paradise Dam, the Mingo Crossing Caravan and Recreation Park rated ***, is surrounded by a rural countryside and is only a 30 minute drive from the small country town of Mount Perry, approximately 125 kilometres west of Bundaberg via Gin Gin.

Clean, modern Caravan Park facilities, include camping ground, fish cleaning station, 12 powered caravan sites, kiosk and booking office with 24 hour reception, 2 large undercover barbeque areas, tank water for drinking, amenities block, parking for cars and boats, wheelchair friendly, laundry, pets allowed, enquire on booking.

Fishing and Boating This best kept secret is perfect for all types of water sports including fishing, sailing, skiing and tubing creating a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. A perfect spot to cast a line, go water skiing or put the tinny in.

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Paradise Dam

Fishing and Boating Prior to the construction, the river was stocked in this area with Australian Bass, Barramundi, Golden Perch (Yellow Belly) and Silver Perch. There are breeding populations of Eel-tailed Catfish, Forktailed Catfish, Spangled Perch and the endangered Queensland Lungfish.

At the time of printing, Paradise Dam is not a Stocked Impoundment therefore a permit is not required. There are no boating restrictions except an exclusion zone at the dam wall.

A 5km boat ride upstream to view the ‘Kalliwa Hut’ is well worth the journey. This original slab hut was shifted from Drinan, approximately 13km south west of Gin Gin, to its present site in 1936 as the Ranger’s house.

Facilities Non-powered camping sites; free gas barbecues; picnic shelters; children’s playground; environmentally friendly toilets (no showers); concrete boat ramp; fish cleaning tables; walking trails; information centre and kiosk.

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Three Moon Creek about 37km north of Monto and 194km from Gladstone.

The sealed road branches off the (A3) Australia’s Country Way 12km north of Monto and passes through the Cania Gorge National Park.

Boat ramp, picnic shelters, electric barbecue, lookout, kiosk and toilets.

Nogo River about 40km from Monto and Eidsvold and 194km west of Bundaberg via Mount Perry. Sealed road access from the (A3) Australia’s Country Way via Abercorn.

Dam Features Earth and rockfill construction. Storage capacity 88,500 megalitres.

Fishing and Boating Lake Cania is noted for Saratoga catches.

Other species include Bass, Golden Perch (Yellow Belly), Silver Perch, Eeltailed Catfish, Spangled Perch, Eel and Snub-nosed Garfish. Fishing permits are required all year round.

After fishing, sailing, water skiing, tubing, canoeing or wind surfing, relax under the shade trees and enjoy a picnic or a barbecue in the attractively landscaped grounds.

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Cania Dam The short steep walk or easy drive to the lookout is well worth the effort.

From here the panoramic views of the gorge’s coloured sandstone cliffs and the spectacular sunsets will leave lasting memories of Cania. Kangaroo and Whiptails inhabit the area during late afternoon.

Camping Permitted only at the caravan parks located at each end of the Cania Gorge National Park.

Dam Features Mass gravity concrete structure completed in 1969. Storage capacity 165,400 megalitres.

Fishing and Boating Water sports including water skiing, power boating, canoeing, sailing, fishing and swimming.

Stocked fish include Golden Perch, Silver Perch, Australian Bass, Barramundi and Saratoga. There are breeding populations of Eel-tailed Catfish, Spangled Perch and Eels.

A 200 metre exclusion zone for boating exists from the dam wall. Fishing permits are required all year round.

Facilities Sheltered picnic tables, wood barbecues, toilet amenities and boat ramp.

Camping Permitted in the designated camping area.

Pets are allowed, however, must be kept on a leash or under control.

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Jones Weir

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Built in 1951, the weir is stocked with Australian Bass, Barramundi and Yellow Belly. Catfish, Eel and Spangled Perch are also present. The Apex Ski Area, located 4km from the weir along Coonambula Road, is a popular year round recreation facility. Boating, fishing and water skiing all take place on the waters of Jones Weir.

Burnett River. Turn off the (A3) Australia’s Country Way 2km north of Gayndah.

Fishing and Boating Australian Bass, Barramundi, Golden Perch (Yellow Belly), Spangled Perch and Catfish are the commonly caught species in the Burnett River.

There are a large number of excellent places to go boating. The varying waterways provide areas for some quiet canoeing around a creek, a spot of fishing and plenty of room for water skiing.

Facilities 2 boat ramps, picnic shelters, barbecues, public toilets, parking.

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Location Burnett River at Mundubbera.

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Facilities Boat ramp, jetty, barbecue area, public toilets.

It is a scenic site for bird watching and fishing. Platypus and Ceratodus, or Lungfish, may be spotted.

Camping Prohibited at Jones Weir however a number of caravan parks are available in the district.

Prohibited at Claude Wharton Weir however a number of caravan parks are available in the district.

National Parks General Information Walkers should take a topographic map and compass when exploring the parks. Never walk alone.

Take a first aid kit and plenty of drinking water. Wear sturdy shoes and tell someone responsible your bushwalking plans in case you get lost or injured. Talk to the Ranger before rock climbing or abseiling in remote parts of the park. Dogs are not permitted in National Parks.

For detailed information including camping permits, nature, culture and history, caring for parks, staying safe and emergency contacts visit the Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing website on www.nprsr.qld.gov.au or call the customer service centre on 1300 130 372.

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Cania Gorge National Park is the closest park to the coast in which you can see the sandstone landscapes of Central Queensland. Discover the incredible natural beauty of the area where dramatic ochre coloured sandstone rock formations overlook lush forest gullies. Visitors enjoy an amazing variety of scenery, wildlife and history.

Aboriginal people have lived in Cania Gorge for at least 19,000 years. Freehand art on remote sandstone walls is a reminder of their special way of life.

Location From Monto, travel 12km north on the (A3) Australia’s Country Way. Branch off onto the sealed Cania Road for 14km passing through the small settlement of Moonford.

Facilities Picnic shelters, barbecues, interpretive display, public toilets and car parking are provided at the Cania Gorge Picnic Area.

Camping Not permitted in the Park. Two caravan parks and holiday cottages nearby provide accommodation to suit all budgets.

Walking Trails Within the 21,931 hectare park there are a variety of walking tracks ranging in length from 300m to 22km. Choose walks that suit your fitness level. Walks include Shamrock Mine: This easy Class 2 1.4km return walk (allow 45 minutes) takes an historic look at the former mine site. It begins at the northern car park, about 1km south of Lake Cania. Here lie the remains of the old battery, mine shaft, processing sheds and mullock heaps. Gold fossicking is not permitted. On returning, spend time at the information shelter discovering some of the trials of living in the goldfields.

Mount Walsh National Park Rising to 703m above sea level, Mount Walsh National Park is a rugged park with spectacular exposed granite outcrops and cliffs. The “Bluff” area of Mount Walsh, at the park’s northern end, is a prominent landmark in the Biggenden area.

Location 84km west of Maryborough and 50km south west of Childers. Turn off the Maryborough-Biggenden Road 2km east of Biggenden or 79km west of Maryborough. Travel a further 5.3km along the signposted National Park Road to the picnic area.

Facilities Picnic or barbecue below The Bluff. A shelter shed, toilets, cold showers, barbecue and tank water are provided in the local council picnic ground next to the park.

Camping Bush camping is permitted in the park. Self registration permit required. Fees apply.

No facilities are provided so visitors must be totally self-sufficient. Take a fuel stove.

Open fires are not permitted. Camping may be closed in periods of high fire danger.

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Cania Gorge National Park

Walking Trails Most of this rugged park is suitable only for experienced, well-equipped bushwalkers with sound bush skills. WARNING: Granite rocks are slippery when wet.

A 300m trail leads from the picnic area through open forest to a rocky creek gully fringed with dry rainforest. Continue 200m to the treeline for views over the surrounding countryside. Only experienced walkers should attempt the 2.5 hour hike to the summit of Mt Walsh.

Big Foot Walk: Allow about 20 minutes for this 1km short trail Class 3 that features a large brown image of a four-toed foot on the white sandstone cliff.

Castle Mountain: From the picnic area follow the 800m Bloodwood Cave track to the Castle Mountain track turnoff. Climb the steep 200m track to the Gorge Lookout for a lovely view down the gorge. From here a 10km fire trail winds through open woodland to Castle Mountain lookout.

The view from this lookout is a just reward after the long walk up. Return via the same track.

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The 405 hectare park features caves, rock pools and superb scenery and provides recreational activities including bush walking, swimming and rock climbing.

When the river runs, it cascades over huge salmon coloured boulders as it winds through the park.

Location 225km west of Maryborough and 40km south-west of Mundubbera. Travel 13km south along the Mundubbera-Durong Road to the Hawkwood Road intersection. Turn west along the Hawkwood Road for about 20km until you reach the Auburn River National Park turn-off. Drive a further 7km to the park along an unsealed road.

Conventional vehicle access is possible.

Four-wheel-drive is recommended in wet weather. Stay on the road, as soils are treacherous when wet.

Facilities Picnic tables, gas barbecue and toilet facilities are provided on the northern bank of the Auburn River in a picturesque bush setting.

Camping A basic camping area is provided.

Camping permits required and fees apply.

Walking Trails Walks begin from the picnic and camping area. The following track classification system is based on Australian Standards:

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Gorge Lookout: 600m return (allow about 15 minutes) Class 3. This short stroll boasts impressive views across the river bed. Leave from the end of the carpark and walk the short distance to the unexpected Auburn River Gorge. Look for the “Giant’s Chair” from the lookout or for a peregrine falcon’s nest — easily detected because of the telltale signs of “whitewash” marks on the cliff face below a collection of sticks and debris which make up the nest. This is a naturally occurring lookout — there are no handrails. Please supervise children at all times, especially near cliff tops.

Riverbed and Rockpools: 1.5km return (allow about 1 hour) Class 5. This is a strenuous walk and should only be attempted by fit walkers. Leaving the picnic and camping area, this rough track winds down the side of the gorge to the river bed, taking you through dry rainforest, eucalypt forest and creek vegetation.

Notice the swollen trunks of the dominant bottle trees along the way. Take time to observe the immediate area to ensure you will be able to find the trail on your return.

Take care when walking on wet rock surfaces, as they can be slippery.

Coalstoun Lakes National Park

Rising 200m above a broad cultivated valley, Mt Le Brun, an extinct volcano, contains two large craters which fill as shallow lakes. Formed more than 600,000 years ago, the mountain is one of the youngest volcanic formations in Australia.

Protected by Coalstoun Lakes National Park, the lakes were named after Coalstoun in Scotland by Wade Brun, manager of nearby Ban Ban Station.

Location Turn off the Isis Highway 20km south of Biggenden or 4km north of Coalstoun Lakes township into Crater Lakes Road.

Follow the gravel track to the base of the northern crater.

Exploring With no facilities, this park is for bird watching and nature study. Leave your car at the base of the mountain and walk up the steep outer side of the crater for views of the crater and vine forest.

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Auburn River National Park

Location 14km north of Biggenden. Turn off the Childers Road into Giles Road 6.5km north of Biggenden. Drive 2.5km then turn left into Woowoonga Hall Road. Continue for 2km then turn right into Mt Woowoonga Road and continue 3km to the picnic area.

Facilities Picnic or barbecue beside a rocky creek adjacent to the National Park. A council picnic shelter, tank water and a wood barbecue are provided. There are no toilets. Bush camping is prohibited.

Accommodation is available in nearby Biggenden.

Walking Trails Bushwalking can be enjoyed at Mt Woowoonga but it is a challenging landscape and is only recommended for the fit and experienced hiker. The trail to the lookout is an average gradient of 100 but the gradient increases to 300 to 400 on the section from the lookout to the summit.

Lookout Walk: 1.6km return (allow about 1.5 hours) Class 4 track. A natural lookout is situated approximately 800m along the trail. This walk is rated as moderate to strenuous and walkers can take the opportunity to weave through thick dry vine forest.

Summit Walk: 3.6km return (Allow about 5 hours) Class 5 track. A well defined trail leads through thick vine forest to the lookout before opening up into open hoop pine forest with some vine forest sections in the understorey. Towering hoop pines greet hikers at the summit of Mt Woowoonga.

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RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre

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The RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre was purpose-built to honour this great Australian, showcase his skills and achievements, and bring his passion for bush tradition to life.

The Centre provides a window into a history full of inspirational stories, of real people and their contribution to our remarkable past.

Through this special place, RM Williams’ deep and abiding love of bush lives on.

Discover the spirit of life in the bush We invite you to take a journey of discovery and learn about our culture, history and arts.

Bringing the past to life The bush... rural Australia... backbone of our proud land.

A place of stark contrasts, unsurpassed beauty, warm welcomes, big hearts, indomitable spirit and tenacious character.

An unforgiving environment that has forged this country’s identity, spurred innovation and shaped legends and lives.

Legends like RM Williams, whose spirit lives on in Eidsvold’s history and whose name graces a centre dedicated to preserving and cultivating the area’s unique bush culture.

Interpretive Centre Here unfolds the story of RM Williams the man, all he stood for and the essence of his genius. Our Interpretive Centre also shares stories of local indigenous people and showcases an ever-changing array of artistic displays and artifacts.

RM had a profound respect for the Aboriginal people with whom he lived and worked during his life, and local Aboriginal culture is an integral part of the Centre’s essence.

As well as hosting meetings and conferences, the Educational Centre hosts outdoor activities such as the Bush Spirit Festival and rural industry events.

There’s always something new and exciting happening at the RM Williams Centre

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Here you can learn of traditional and contemporary bush ways and soak up our local rural and indigenous history.

Finding the genius in everyone...

HOW TO FIND US 23767 Gayndah-Monto Road, Burnett Highway, Eidsvold Qld 4627 425km north of Brisbane 168km west of Bundaberg OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 4.30pm Weekends, 10.00am – 3.00pm Public Holidays, 10.00am – 2.00pm CONTACT US Telephone 07 4165 7272 Email info@rmwilliamscentre.com.au www.rmwilliamscentre.com.au

Educational Centre Training workshops in leatherwork, silver jewellery making and other more contemporary skills are on offer regularly throughout the year. ©David Seeto

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Location Biggenden rests in a dramatic landscape below the rugged cliffs of Mount Walsh on the Isis Highway 339 km north of Brisbane and just over one hour’s drive from the coastal regions of Bundaberg, Maryborough and Hervey Bay.

Services Supermarket, pharmacy, giftware, hardware, electrical and clothing stores, newsagent, bakery, banking, hospital, post office, fuel outlets and real estate.

MUST SEE & DO Biggenden Museum

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The top floor of the former Paradise Court House was relocated to Biggenden after the Paradise Goldfield was exhausted. It became Biggenden’s police station and courthouse and is now the home to the Biggenden Museum.

The Museum promotes the history of Biggenden and the surrounding district with displays of historical items and contains photographs and memorabilia collected since its opening. A new shed houses farming implements and items pertaining to the outdoors and life on the land.

Beiers Park Mt. Walsh is the backdrop for this beautifully landscaped park which is home to the metal art sculputure - ‘The Pioneer’ which depicts the early settlers as men of iron and represents past industries.

Waterfall Creek Rock Pools, Utopia The first of its kind in Australia, Chowey Bridge was constructed for the railways and opened in 1905. The concrete bridge, located around 18km west of Biggenden is supported by a main 27m concrete arch and a number of smaller arches. An interpretive plaque featuring photos of the bridge under construction has been placed at the Chowey Bridge site. There are picnic facilities nearby and it is an ideal place to experience the quietness of the bush. The nearest public toilets are at Degilbo 15km towards Biggenden.

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For 4WD enthusiasts, Coongara Rock and Falls in the western part of the Mt Walsh National Park provide an opportunity to explore rocky outcrops, caves, rock pools and natural vegetation. Coongarra Rock, 525m is a magnificent sheer-granite volcanic plug. The Falls only flow after heavy rain.

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How to get there: Take the Isis Highway towards Ban Ban Springs, turn left into Lords Road 6.4 km south-west along the Isis Highway. After 5 km the good dirt road divides, with one way leading to Glengariff bush camping grounds. The other 10 km leads to Coongarra Rock, is steep and conditions deteriorate after rain so care should be taken at all times. 4WD only.

Facilities: There are no amenities here.

Bring your own water. There is limited phone reception except on the summit of Coongarra Rock. Permits are required from National Parks for camping.

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These impressive rock pools are in the southern part of the Mt Walsh National Park. Following rain the quite deep pools cascade over the rocky surface creating a natural slide and an excellent place to cool down on a hot day.

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Location: Take the BiggendenMaryborough Road 35 km, turn right at Innooroolaba Road. Travel 2.5 km along this road, turn right into the good dirt Utopia Road for 7 km to the second car park marked Mt Walsh National Park.

Facilities: There are no facilities here.

Open fires are not permitted. Fuel stove only. Camping requires permits from National Parks. There is no mobile phone reception in this area. While there is usually water, it is recommended that you bring your own drinking water. Please take out all your rubbish.

Walking trails: From the car park an old 4WD road and a narrow track leads for 30 minutes of easy walking to the rock pools. Care needs to be taken if the rock is wet as it is very slippery. As the pools are quite deep a strong swimming ability is recommended. Please leave the place as beautiful as you found it.

History Gold was discovered in the 1880s and Biggenden grew as a service town to the short-lived gold fields at Paradise and Shamrock.

‘The Pioneer’ metal art sculpture is situated in the attractive Beiers Park in Biggenden and is a must to view.

Created by artist Dave Machen from Bundaberg, the sculpture depicts the history of early settlement of the town and surrounding districts.

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Walking trails: It is possible to climb Coongarra Rock, but it should only be attempted by experienced and fit bush walkers. The very steep track to the summit is found a further 1.2 km along the closed road. For others the Rock is just as impressive from the base.

The sculpture alludes to the remnants of old work sites where the decayed state of history is often found. The old barrow is a common find throughout the Biggenden area around closed mines, cattle properties and old timber yards. The figure has been developed in the same manner - the men of iron who battled for survival.

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Bundaberg – Biggenden – Mount Perry – Bundaberg (4 Day Circle Tour) Day 1 – Depart Bundaberg and head towards Biggenden via Booyal and Dallarnil. Stop into a café for lunch or picnic in Beiers Park. Settle into some accommodation before bushwalking in one of the nearby national parks. Overnight Biggenden.

Day 2 – Explore the Biggenden region. Head to the Museum, Chowey Bridge and another national park. Overnight Biggenden.

Day 3 – Throw in a line and picnic at Paradise Dam before travelling north to Mount Perry via Gooroolba. Mount Perry is a quaint little town nestled within the Boolboonda and Normanby Ranges. Drive up to the Normanby Lookout for scenic views of the township, mountain and surrounding areas. Overnight Mount Perry.

Day 4 – After visiting the Museum and old smelter site, travel towards Bundaberg turning off at Tunnel Road to view the historic unlined and unsupported 192 metre Boolboonda Tunnel.

Continue back to Bundaberg via Gin Gin.

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Gayndah Racecourse

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Gayndah is situated on the Great Dividing Range 323 km north west of Brisbane and easily reached from the many coastal resorts.

Gayndah was the headquarters of the first Queensland Jockey Club and the venue for Queensland’s first Derby in 1868.

Gayndah Racecourse was also home to the North Australia Jockey Club and the first Ladies Side Saddle Race in 1880.

This historic track is still in use today for gazetted race meetings.

Named in honour of Gayndah’s sister city in Belgium, this park offers well shaded picnic areas, views of the river and nearby citrus orchards and provides facilities including public toilets and a dump valve for motorhomes.

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Sheep and mining brought settlers into the area, but it was the drier, less humid climate, rich volcanic and alluvial soils and plenty of sunshine that set the area up as a prime citrus growing centre and is popular during the cooler months of May to August with local and visiting fruit pickers.

Services Supermarkets, pharmacy, banking, hospital, post office, fuel outlets, variety of shops and real estate.

MUST SEE & DO Heritage Listed Buildings Gayndah lays claim to being the oldest town in Queensland and was first settled in 1849 maintaining its old fashioned charm today. Several buildings have been heritage listed including Mellors Drapery (one of the few buildings in Australia which still uses a ‘flying fox’ to deal with transactions), old section of the State School, Gayndah Soldier’s Memorial Hall (Town Hall and Council Chambers), Racecourse and several rail bridges.

McConnell Lookout Drive 7 km north of town and turn left at Mount Debateable Road. Continue another 7km. The drive up to the lookout, situated on Mount Gayndah, is well worth it with panoramic views of the beautiful Burnett River, flanked on both sides by many large citrus orchards, and to the south and west, huge tracts of farmland.

The steep 2km climb is not suitable for caravans, however caravan parking is provided at the entrance.

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Gayndah Museum The Museum is one of the finest in Queensland and exhibits the renowned static and live display of the history of the Queensland Lungfish known as ‘Ceratodus’. This display was produced by the Queensland Museum believing this was the appropriate place for the display as Gayndah was the centre of scientific studies surrounding the Lungfish. While only found alive in the Mary and Burnett Rivers, Lungfish fossils have been found all over the world. Dr Thomas Bancroft of Eidsvold undertook early studies into the Ceratodus and from this study believed the fish to be in great danger of extinction.

The State Government, in an act of early conservation, placed a full protection order on the species in 1914.

Time your visit for one of the working days and see a steam powered sawmill operating. The Museum comprises several restored buildings which have grown around the heritage listed Georgian brick cottage built in 1864. These buildings house a most comprehensive collection of memorabilia and historic relics including an old motorised rail ambulance used in the 40’s and 50’s.

Gayndah Art Gallery Part of the old St Joseph’s Convent is home to the Gayndah Art Gallery at 34 Meson Street. Opening hours are Tuesday to Friday 10am to 2pm and weekends 10am to 4pm.

Archer’s Lookout sits on one of Gayndah’s twin hills known affectionately as “The Duke” and “The Duchess” providing an excellent perspective of the town and district.

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Ideraway Upside Down Bridge Spanning 45 metres, this unusual railway bridge at Ideraway was constructed in 1906/07 and is well worth a visit. Turn right into Ideraway Road 10km north of Gayndah and follow the signs. There are no facilities or amenities.

Ban Ban Springs Lies 26km south of Gayndah on the (A3) Australia’s Country Way and is where you will find a natural spring and popular picnic area. Ban Ban Springs is a traditional site for the Wakka Wakka people and is guarded by the Rainbow Serpent.

Town Clock Designed in the shape of a citrus tree, the stained glass and stainless steel timepiece which stands proudly in the main street, depicts stories of the Gayndah district.

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Mundubbera is located mid-way between Brisbane and Rockhampton on the (A3) Burnett Highway - Australia’s Country Way. The Rural Getaway drive route, between NSW and Queensland, feeds into Mundubbera at the meeting place of the Burnett, Boyne and Auburn Rivers approximately 370km north of Brisbane.

Services Australia Post, hospital, medical, banking, pharmacy, supermarket and a variety of shops.

Tempt your Tastebuds Mundubbera is one of the largest producers of table grapes in Queensland and is famous for the amazing variety of fruit produced including citrus, mangoes, avocados, lychees, peaches, nectarines, watermelons, rockmelons and blue berries.

A large quantity of mandarins and oranges are juiced for concentrate at the Central Burnett Fruit Processors Co-Op ready for purchase by major beverage companies.

Between April and September, the citrus ripens and Mundubbera’s population swells with the influx of interstate and overseas workers.

Bugs for Bugs Insectary World renowned integrated pest management’s Insectary “Bugs for Bugs” is located next the Bicentennial Park. Here they breed good bugs to kill bad bugs when released into orchards. This then eliminates the need for harmful chemicals.

The good bugs are sent across Australia and worldwide.

Bicentennial Park Located on the banks of the Burnett River where the ‘Arthur Dagg Walk’ winds down the riverbank for a closer look at the riverside flora and fauna. View the series of metal sculptures that represent the natural and human heritage of the area. Enjoy the Sensory Garden which contains plants with distinctive scent and textures and is designed to be enjoyed by all people including the visually impaired.

The park is home to a steam train and a tree grown from a seed gathered from the Lone Pine at Gallipoli. Set amongst the attractive gardens are sheltered picnic areas, barbecues and playground facilities.

Regional Art Gallery Opened in April 2008, the Gallery comprises two galleries and foyer.

Exhibitions by local and regional artists are held regularly. Open weekdays and Saturday (after hours by appointment).

Museum The Museum echoes of times gone by.

Appreciate the fascinating past of the pioneers of the district. Open on request, the museum houses historical machinery and buildings as well as many local collections.

Jaycee Park Located 2km from the town centre on the (A3) Australia’s Country Way, Jaycee Park is home to the famous Black Stump.

Driver Reviver operates in the park during holiday periods. A sheltered picnic table, electric barbecue and toilet amenities are provided. A plaque of the history and botany of the Knobby Tree is also located in the park. Approximately 4.5km south of the park, travellers pass the much photographed specimen of this unique ‘Footstep’ or ‘Knobby Tree’ which dates back to early settlement.

Meeting Place of the Waters Mural Located in Strathdee Street, this eye catching circular mural was painted by Rain Hart in 1997. The mural features the meeting of the Boyne, Auburn and Burnett Rivers and the native fauna and flora found in the area.

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Riverside Motocross Raceway Adrenaline pumping excitement hits Mundubbera during the famous motocross races hosted several times a year. The all weather natural course is located approximately 2km from town off Jack Parr Street and is known as the best natural course in southern Queensland.

History Mundubbera is an aboriginal word meaning either ‘footsteps in the trees’ or ‘meeting place of the waters’. White settlement began with the taking up of four stations in 1848. Closer settlement occurred in 1910 when much of the country was cut up into smaller blocks. The second survey of the town commenced in 1912 and occurred on the northern side of the river.

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Travel around lush orchards, vineyards and vast grazing country. Head off via the ski area on the Burnett River, a popular spot for fishing, boating, swimming and picnics then past several orchards producing grapes and citrus including mandarins, oranges, grapefruit and lemons. Continue on Coonambula Road turning right into Coonambula - Eidsvold Road, passing the Riverleigh State School which was opened in 1913 and remained open until recently. Continue past Riverleigh Station Road turning right at Augustines Road. Return to Mundubbera via Sehls Road and the Burnett Highway.

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Mundubbera to Gayndah Alternative Scenic Route (Full Day Tour) Explore the static displays at Jaycee Park 2km from Mundubbera just past the junction of the Mundubbera Durong Road and the (A3) Australia’s Country Way. Keep on the A3 passing the unique ‘Footstep’ tree about 7kms south of Mundubbera. Continue south and turn right at Redvale Road. Climbing the Binjour Plateau provides glorious views of the countryside. Continue through the wonderful rural setting of the Gleneden Valley, home of Rohan the Bullocky and his Working Bullock Team which is a must see experience for all visitors to the region. Take a picnic lunch and enjoy the panoramic views of the Burnett River and orchards on top of Mount Gayndah at McConnell Lookout. Continue the leisurely drive into Gayndah.

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Maryborough

Street Directory

Anne Street ��������������������������������M14 Bass Street �������������������������������� N15 Bauer Street ������������������������������ N14 Benhams Road ��������������������������M15 Boondooma Road ���������������������� N15 Bouverie Street ������������������ M14,N14 Bowen Street ������������������������������ N14 Brownings Lane ��������������������������M14 Bunce Street ������������������������������M14 Burnett Street ���������������������������� N14 Charles Street ����������������������������M14 Cook Street ��������������������������������M14 Coonambula Road ��������������������M14 Diana Street ��������������������������������M14

Elizabeth Street ��������������������������M14 Ezzy Road ����������������������������������M15 Flinders Street ����������������������������M15 Frank McCauley Road ����������������M15 Hardy Street ������������������������������ N15 Heritage Court ����������������������������M14 Jack Parr Street �������������������������� N15 Kennedy Street �������������������������� N15 Leichhardt Street ����������������M14,M15 Landy Street ������������������������������M14 Lyons Street ������������������������������ N14 Mahoney Street ��������������������������M14 McIndoes Road �������������������������� N15 Mitchell Street ���������������������������� N15

Mundubbera Durong Road ��������M15 Off Bunce Street ������������������������M14 Orton Street ������������������������ M14,N14 Oxley Street �������������������������������� N15 Perry Street ��������������������������������M14 Phillip Street ������������������������������M14 Ryan Avenue ������������������������������M14 Seligmann Avenue ���������������������� N14 Spoor Street ������������������������������M14 Strathdee Street ���������������� M14,N15 Stuart Russell Street �����������N14,N15 Tom Street ����������������������������������M14 Wilson Avenue ����������������������������M14

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Eidsvold Archer Homestead

Eidsvold is a neat and tidy town situated on the (A3) Australia’s Country Way (Burnett Highway) just two hours west of Bundaberg and boasts beautiful parks and gardens. Stay a while and visit some of the highlights that make this corner of our ‘lucky country’ a memorable stopover.

Home of the pioneering settlers from Norway, the Archer Brothers, rests on the banks of the Burnett River – just as it was over 100 years ago. Situated 8 km west of Eidsvold, the homestead can be viewed by appointment. For details please contact the Eidsvold Visitor Information Centre on (07) 4165 7272.

Services Australia Post, hospital, pharmacy, fuel, supermarket and a small variety of shops.

MUST SEE & DO

EIDSVOLD

RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre One of this country’s true icons, RM Williams, was born in South Australia and in 1955 moved to ‘Rockybar’ a property west of Eidsvold until 1972. Some of his descendants still live in the district today.

Visit the Centre to learn more....

Eidsvold Historical Museum The Eidsvold Historical Complex is home to a fine collection of historic buildings including the “Knockbreak” homestead, Riverleigh Cottage which houses memorabilia including the Eidsvold Soldiers’ corner, a display of photographs, medals and equipment from the various wars, traditional owner’s artifacts, slates and desks and other school equipment and a manual telephone exchange and the original Clonave Homestead. The museum also houses the George Schafer Geological Collection and the Schultz and Duncan Bottle Collection.

Wuruma Dam

Tolderodden Environmental Conservation Park Picnic or camp under the Moreton Bay Ash trees on the banks of the Burnett River. The area caters for a variety of camping experiences, from tent camping to large motor homes. Camping permits are required and fees apply. A tag with your booking number must be displayed at your camp site. Domestic animals are not permitted in the park.

Located on the Cracow Road 7km from Eidsvold, the camping area features shady, grassy camp sites in open eucalypt forest.

Pit toilets (please do not empty chemical toilets into this facility), picnic tables, wood barbecues and rubbish bins as well as tank water (boil before drinking) are available in the park. Open fires permitted however fuel stoves recommended. For further informaton contact 137468.

Stone Pitched Bridges

Road. The bridges are no longer suitable to take traffic; however, they still stand honouring the people who toiled to make them the memorable feature they are today.

History Originally founded in 1848, the town takes its name from Eidsvoll, Norway where the European settlers, Thomas and Charles Archer came from. They established large stations which they called Eidsvold and Coonambula.

In the 1880’s, Eidsvold emerged as a bustling gold mining town supporting a population of over 2000 with 15 hotels catering for thirsty diggers. The area developed as a hub for citrus, agriculture, timber and cattle. The town and surrounding region offers visitors a rich tapestry of Australian heritage and proud bush traditions together with a wealth of indigenous culture, wildlife and natural beauty.

EIDSVOLD

Location

Marvel at the hard work and effort put into the historic stone pitched bridges located west of Eidsvold on Camboon Defence

A short 48km drive is noted for its beautiful views and as a venue for fishing and water sports.

Ceratodus Rest Area Houses memorabilia from the old Ceratodus railway siding days. Sheltered picnic tables, a free electric barbecue, good clean facilities are provided and is just the place for a lazy lunch and rambling walk along the banks of the Burnett River. Ceratodus is the name of the unique lungfish which can only be found in the Burnett and Mary Rivers. A cairn to commemorate the Traylan Native Police barracks takes pride of place in the grounds.

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EIDSVOLD CARAVAN PARK •  • Ensuite Cabins • Powered Sites • Non Powered Sites

• Clean Amenities • Covered BBQ Area • Communal Fridge • Microwave

• Laundry Facilities • Dump point 400m • Pets on application • Central location

Email: EidsvoldCaravanPark@northburnett.qld.gov.au T: (07) 4165 1168

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Scenic Drives

Town of Eidsvold

Scenic route from Eidsvold, Mulgildie, Monto (Full Day Tour) Depart Eidsvold north on the (A3) Australia’s Country Way. Turn left to Abercorn, a small rural community north of Eidsvold. An optional side trip to Wuruma Dam can be taken before heading to Mulgildie, the home of the Bunyip.

Lengthen your stay. Camp or stay at a country pub along the way and visit the Bunyip Hole or continue north to Monto.

Southern Drive

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Bundaberg Eidsvold

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EIDSVOLD

Drive along the Eidsvold - Theodore Road towards Cracow. Pass the hospital and turn left into Radio Station Road where the sawmill, slaughter yards and radio station and tower are located. At Jacko’s Gully, turn around and head back along this road and turn left at first turn. Turn left again onto Ross Crossing Road. Travel 1km and cross the Burnett River. Do not follow Paddock Road that veers to the left. Drive straight ahead and take Rockmelon Lane on the left where the road splits (approx 10km from Eidsvold). Continue past Winston Road and Grosvenor Flat School on left. View fertile river flats with areas of irrigated crops, citrus, pecans, asparagus and stone fruits. Continue straight ahead at the A Creek Grosvenor intersection to Grosvenor Cemetery and return via the same road back to the intersection. Turn right at A Creek Grosvenor Road, continue 1km and view the cairn memorial to the Grosvenor pioneers, cross Grosvenor Bridge and continue to the (A3) Australia’s Country Way turning left to return to Eidsvold or right to continue to Mundubbera.

A Creek Grosvenor Rd

EIDSVOLD

Southern Drive - 80km round trip (1/2 Day Tour)

Maryborough

Alma Vale Road ���������������������������K11

Hamilton Avenue �������������������������K10

Racecourse Road ����������������������� L11

Archer Street ������������������������������� L11

Hodgkinson Street �����������������������K10

Ray Pownall Drive �����������������������K10

Barra Road ���������������������������������K11

Hollywell Road �����������������������������K11

Reservoir Road �������������������� L10,L11

Crown Street �������������������������������K10

Loader Bill Drive �������������������������K10

Rifle Range Road ������������������������K11

Esplanade Street ������������������K10,L11

McDonald Street �������������������������K10

Ryan Street ���������������������������������K10

Frederick Street ��������������������������� L11

Moreton Street ��������������������K10,L11

Snelling Street �����������������������������K10

Golden Spur Street ��������������K10,L11

Mount Rose Street ���������������������K10

Stockman Street ������������������������� L11

Gayndah

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Monto Monto is the most northern and youngest town in the North Burnett and is situated approximately 200 kilometres west of the coastal cities of Bundaberg and Gladstone.

Services Supermarkets, pharmacy, hospital, medical centre, banking, australia post, fuel and a variety of shops.

MUST SEE & DO Cultural and Historic Complex and Museum Reserve Located on Flinders Street, you will find a variety of historical displays including memorabilia on Monto’s Olympic Welterweight representative, an outstanding mineral collection and the ‘Rainmaker’ mozaic. Art and craft exhibitions are held regularly. View local artifacts and machinery that have been donated by the community and preserved and restored by the members of the Historical Society.

MONTO

Lister Street Artwalk Enjoy a picnic, barbecue or takeaway lunch and stroll along the Artwalk in the beautifully landscaped Lister Street Parkland. View the metal and sandstone sculptures created by local and regional artists.

Monto Town Hall Built in 1939-40, the Art Deco style Town Hall is of particular architectural merit. Hall and Phillips were the architects. Hall was one of Brisbane’s most successful architects of the

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early 20th century who designed the Brisbane City Hall, Tattersall’s Club and Sandgate Town Hall.

The Mulgildie Bunyip This sculpture relates to the many and varied legends of the Bunyip Hole.

Aboriginals tell the story of fearsome booming monsters that inhabit swamps and waterholes. Just ten minutes from the township of Mulgildie lies the legendary Bunyip Hole, a place of mystery and intrigue.

Over the years, tales have emerged of strange noises, bubbling, churning water in the hole and of cattle disappearing into the depths as they drank. Known as ‘Devil Devil’ country, Aboriginal tribes and drovers too, could not be persuaded to camp near the Bunyip Hole. Some Aboriginal Elders believe the Bunyip Hole is connected to a vast network of underground caverns passing Tellebang Mountain and stretching as far as Ban Ban Springs. The mystery of the Bunyip Hole may never be known. (There are no facilities at the Bunyip Hole).

Historic Monal Goldfields and Cemetery Explore the abandoned machinery, a testament to the original settlers who dared to settle in this inhospitable range country. Even now it is a tough drive to get there. View the stone memorial at the Monal Cemetery constructed using the wheels from the boiler that was pulled to the site by a team of 52 horses and is dedicated to the memory of the settlers and teamsters without whom the area could not have been settled.

Coominglah State Forest Enjoy a bushland drive, picnic and majestic views, all in the company of colourful native plants, animals and birds. There are no water or toilet facilities. The nearest toilet is at the rest area, close to the State Forest entrance, 19 km north from Monto, just off the Burnett Highway. While there are no walking tracks within Coominglah State Forest, you can stretch your legs at the Hurdle Gully Lookout and enjoy a long view into the valley of Three Moon Creek, across to the Mulgildie Plateau and the Burnett River catchment. The lookout has an interpretive display, picnic tables and small parking area.

Kalpowar State Forest Patches of dense rainforest with towering hoop pines remain between open eucalypt forests and hoop pine plantations. Picnic or camp in a tranquil bush setting beside Crane Creek. Camping permits are required and fees apply. From Monto travel 37 km north-east on the Monto­–Gladstone Road to the turn-off to Kalpowar State Forest. The gravel access road to the State Forest is accessible by conventional vehicle, caravans and motor homes.

Three Moon Creek Legend There are many varied versions of how the Three Moon Creek was named. One account tells of a traveller who was passing through the area or a Shepherd set up camp and at nightfall went to the creek to fill his billy. As he drew the water from the creek, he caught a glimpse of the reflection of the moon in the billy as well as in the creek and then looked up to see the moon in the sky.

Another legend refers to an Aboriginal stockman being asked to come back

in three months for more work. Not understanding fully, it was agreed that he return after three full moons.

History White settlement is said to have started in 1850 with AH Trevethan taking up land that became known as Rawbelle Station. This was the first of a number of large sheep properties to be settled in the next ten years.

The goldfields of Cania and Monal were operating and towns had developed around these deposits.

MONTO

Location

The township of Monto came into existence in 1924 as a consequence of the Land Development Scheme. A few very large properties were resumed to provide prime agricultural land for returning soldiers and pioneer settlers. Construction of the first town buildings commenced around 1926 and in 1931 the railway was officially opened.

Clark Bartlett was one of the early pioneers and his hut is on display at Cania together with a miniature of the old Cania Goldfields.

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Scenic Drive Circuit distance 57km 4WD recommended 2WD in dry weather only.

Take the Burnett Highway from Monto towards Biloela. After 19 km look for the sign to Hurdle Gully Lookout and rest area.

Turn left into the rest area. This is the last toilet facility on the drive. Head towards Hurdle Gully Lookout along Kington Road.

The road winds through sclerophyll forest, predominantly eucalypt and spotted gum Corymbia citriodora, with tall shrub and grass understorey.

Take a break at the Hurdle Gully Lookout—10.6 km from the rest area— and enjoy the view into the valley of Three Moon Creek, across to the Mulgildie Plateau and further to the catchment of the Burnett River. The lookout has a small interpretive display, picnic tables and parking area. There is no water or toilet at this site or anywhere else along the drive.

Cania Dam

To get back to the southern end of the A3 Burnett Highway at Mulgildie, turn right at the T-intersection of Hurdle Gully Road and Airport Road, then turn left into the unsealed Evans Road.

Coominglah to Cania drive including Hurdle Gully lookout Please visit www.nprsr.qld.gov.au for detailed information on the Forest and other drives. Before visiting, download and print off the Coominglah State Forest map (PDF, 84K)* and have it in the car travelling through Coominglah.

Monto

Hurdle Gully Lookout

MONTO

If conditions are dry, continue driving south-west along Davies Road onto Scrubby Road and left into Hurdle Gully Road. Sections along this part of the road are steep and in wet weather can be hazardous. The road winds through Hurdle Gully Scrub—one of the last remaining patches of dry rainforest of its type in Queensland and perhaps the world—and continues to the State Forest boundary and on to Airport Road. Turn left at the T-intersection to continue along Airport Road—a sealed country road—to Monto.

Bundaberg

Mulgildie

Street Directory

Gin Gin

Mt Perry

Eidsvold

Mundubbera

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Gayndah

Gregory Street �����������������������������K14

Morse Street �������������������������������K15

Bell Street �����������������������������������K15

Huxley Street �������������������������������K15

Newton Street �����������������������������K15

Boyle Street ���������������������������������K15

Kelvin Street ������������������������K15,L15

Rayleigh Street ���������������������������K15

Charles Darwin Drive �������������������K15

Landsborough Street ����������� K14,K15

Spencer Street ���������������������������K15

Dalton Street ������������������������K15,L15

Lister Street ��������������������������K15,L15

Eyre Street ���������������������������K15, L15

Lyell Street �����������������������������������K15

Flinders Street ��������������������� K14,K15

Mill Road ����������������������������� K14,K15

Beadell Street �����������������������������K14

Childers

Biggenden

Archer Street �������������������������������K14

Maryborough

Hume Street �������������������������������K15

MONTO

Coominglah State Forest Hurdle Gully Drive (1/2 or Full Day Circuit in dry conditions)

Town of Monto

Mouatt Street ������������������������ L14,L15

Blaxland Street ��������������������������� L14

Jardine Street ����������������������K15,L15

Oxley Street ��������������������������K15,L14

Burke Street �������������������������������K14

Kennedy Street ��������������������K14,L14

Rutherford Street ������������������K15,L15

Cunningham Street ���������������������K15

Leichhardt Street ������������������ L14,L15

Stuart Street ������������������������������� L14

Edison Street ������������������������K15,L15

Lodge Street ������������������������������� L15

Faraday Street �����������������������������K15

Maxwell Street ����������������������K15,L15

Forrest Street �������������������������������K14

Mitchell Street �����������������������������K14

Thomson Street ��������������������������� L15 Wallace Street ����������������������������� L15 Wheatley Street ���������������������������K15 Wills Street ���������������������������������K14

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Location Set at the foot of Mount Perry and nestled within the Boolboonda and Normanby Ranges, the township of Mount Perry is located 450kms north-west of Brisbane and 100km west of Bundaberg.

Services General Store, Australia Post, Health Centre and fuel.

MUST SEE & DO Pat Augustine Cultural Centre The Centre houses a historical display, art gallery and public library. The display includes photographs of Mount Perry district dating back to the late 1800s and information relating to businesses and families. The Art Gallery is operated by the Mount Perry Fine Arts Group and artists from around Queensland hold exhibitions in the gallery.

Smelter ‘Slag Heap’ Mining Site Mount Perry is famous for its copper and more recently gold mining. View the Copper Smelter site (slag heap) formed from remnants of the copper mines in the early 1900’s. A display board has been mounted on the site depicting the mines, miners and details of the copper industry.

Normanby and Schuh Lookouts Enjoy the rugged mountain country scenery which can be viewed from the Normanby and Schuh Lookouts.

The Normanby Lookout is located on Normanby Range Road off Towns Creek Road from the Gin Gin Mount Perry Road.

From here you overlook the Mount Perry township and the surrounding countryside.

There are picnic tables and a Directional Dial for you to get your bearings.

Schuh’s Lookout is located on Schuhs Road off the Monto Mount Perry Road at the top of the range. From here you overlook to the south of Mount Perry.

There is a picnic table provided.

Reflect on the past at the Mount Perry Bicentennial Museum which features a working blacksmith’s shop, a variety of memorabilia including an old fire engine, cart and other pieces of local historical significance. Located next door is the historic Madsen’s Kitchen which shows just how different life used to be. The Mt Perry Museum proudly boasts one of only three known Queensland restored and working Three Pole Gold Stamper and Curvilinear Concentrator Tables. The Committee regularly hold open days, or will start the stamper up upon request.

Boolboonda Tunnel One of the most interesting sights in the area is the Boolboonda Tunnel. Despite the fact that it extends 192m into the rock, it is unlined and unsupported. In fact it has the dubious distinction of being the longest unsupported man-made tunnel in the Southern Hemisphere. The tunnel was originally built in 1883 for the railway line between Bundaberg and Mount Perry to service the copper mines. Now it is home to a colony of bent-winged bats and used to access residential properties.

Heritage Walk Follow the Heritage Walk to relive some of Mount Perry’s history. Heritage trail brochures are available from most business houses and Council’s Administration Office.

Wolca Reserve Situated on Bania Road, Wolca Reserve provides toilet and showering amenities and waste recepticles. Pets are permitted on leads. A permit to camp is required and available from Council’s Administration Office. Fees apply.

Bicentennial National Trail An 18km section of the Bicentennial National Trail passes through the 36

Mount Perry area and provides an ideal opportunity to undertake either some walking, cycling or horse riding activities.

For further information on the trail, either call into the North Burnett Regional Council’s Administration Office or access www.bicentennialnationaltrail.com.au

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M O U N T P E R RY

Mount Perry

Bicentennial Museum

Memorial Park A great place for a rest stop and picnic with playground equipment and public amenities including showers. Across the road in Maynard Park, a World War I Turkish 37mm Field Gun No. 648 that was captured by the Australian Light Horse is on display. It is registered in the Australian War Memorial Register of War Trophies as # K76.

Across the street from Memorial Park stands one of Mount Perry’s pride and joys - the majestic Leopard A5.1 Main Battle Tank. This tank is one of thirty such tanks gifted by the Commonwealth of Australia to various Veteran organisations throughout Australia. The Leopard A5.1 Main Battle Tank entered service with the Royal Australian Armoured Corps in 1977 and was withdrawn from service in 2007.

History Settlement began in the late 1840’s with the taking up of large sheep grazing stations. Sheep gave way to cattle due to the spread of spear grass after the big mobs ate out the natural grasses.

Mount Perry is famous for its copper and more recently gold mining. Mining activity began in the 1860’s. The discovery of rich copper deposits led to a boom as news of the strike spread.

As the land was cleared for mining operations it spawned another industry timber, which was used by the mines and for housing. Good stands of pine, cedar and hardwoods attracted many timber getters who used their horse and bullock teams to snig out and haul the logs that had been cut from the ranges.

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Town of Mount Perry

M O U N T P E R RY

M O U N T P E R RY

Scenic Drives Mount Perry is in the enviable position of being only an hour’s drive from all the main towns in the region. Why not base yourself in Mount Perry and take day or overnight trips to the many attractions within easy reach. Some of these include the RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre in Eidsvold; Mingo Crossing Caravan and Recreation Park and Paradise Dam between Biggenden and Mount Perry; overnight enroute or around Cania Gorge National Park; explore the back roads (4WD recommended as not all roads are sealed) leading to Gayndah and Mundubbera discovering hidden treasures such as the Ideraway Upside Down Bridge, and the Gleneden Valley.

Time your visit to coincide with the many events held in the area including the Mount Perry Races in November, Dump Truck Pull in September and the Axeman and Sawyers Woodchop and Agricultural Show in April.

Monto

Bundaberg

100km

Mulgildie

Gin Gin

100km

Eidsvold

Mt Perry

68km

70km

Childers

76km Biggenden

Mundubbera

T - (07) 4156 3850

54 Heusman Street

Within walking distance of main street, historical and visitor attractions.

M - 0427 563 271

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Maryborough

Gayndah

M O U N T P E R RY    C a R ava N Pa R k • 6 Ensuite Single Rooms • 4 Self Contained Cabins • Mine Accommodation • 11 Powered Sites • Non Powered Sites • Kiosk/Meals Available • Modern Camp Kitchen • Clean Amenities • Laundry • Booking Office • Gas Refills • Dump point

Unsealed Roads

Street Directory

Annie Street �������������������������������� N10 Augustus Street ��������������������������M10 Augustine Road �������������������������� N11 Cemetery Road �������������������������� N11 Chichester Street ������������������������ N10 Dennis Street ������������������������������M10 Dickson Street ���������������������������� N11 Dingle Street ������������������������������M10 Donelly Street ����������������������������M10 Eleanor Street ���������������������������� N10 Elizabeth Street �������������������������� N11 Elliott Road ��������������������������������M10 Esplanade Street ������������������������M10 Evans Street ������������������������������ N11 Factory Street ����������������������������M10 Flora Street ��������������������������������M10 George Street ����������������������������M10 Geraldine Street ������������������������M10

Gibb Street �������������������������������� N10 Gill Street ������������������������������������ N10 Harkness Street �������������������������� N10 Haughton Street ������������������������ N10 Heusman Street ������������������ M10,N11 Hodnett Street ���������������������N10,N11 Hunter Street ������������������������������ N10 Isabella Street ����������������������������M10 Jensen Street ����������������������������M10 Jones Street ������������������������������ N11 Kapunda Street �������������������������� N11 Louisa Street ������������������������������M10 Mallet Street ������������������������������ N10 Mason Street ������������������������������ N10 Maynard Street ��������������������������M10 McDevitt Street ��������������������������M10 McKenzie Street ������������������������ N10 Moonta Street ���������������������������� N10

Mowbray Street ��������������������������M10 Murphy Street ����������������������������M10 Park Reserve Road �������������������� N11 Pearson Street ����������������������������M10 Porter Street ������������������������������M10 Province Street �������������������������� N10 Railway Street ����������������������������M10 Robert Street ������������������������������M10 Russell Street ����������������������������M10 Scrub Road �������������������������������� N11 Schuh Street ������������������������������M10 Smokers Gully Road ������������������ N11 Stanley Street ���������������������������� N11 Stones Avenue �������������������������� N10 Stony Hill Road �������������������������� N11 Swindon Road ���������������������������� N11 Wagner Street ���������������������������� N10 Wallace Street ���������������������������� N10

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Event Calendar January

February

March

April

May

Australia Day Celebrations in all major towns

Eidsvold Races

Cania Dam Fishing Competition

Gayndah Agricultural Show

Eidsvold Agricultural Show

Monto Annual Race Day

Mount Perry Agricultural Show

Mundubbera Agricultural Show

Monto Prime Cattle Show Sale

Monto Agricultural Show

Biggenden Agricultural Show

Biggenden Lions Club Markets

Gayndah Silverwhip Campdraft

Second Saturday of the Month

EVENTS

Wuruma Dam Fishing Competition

Eidsvold Golden Bell Campdraft

Mulgildie Campdraft

June

July

August

September

October

Gayndah Orange Festival

“Taste of the Burnett” Multicultural Festival Bi-annual

Mundubbera CWL Pet Show

Monto All Breeds Bull Sale

Mount Perry Axemen’s Sawyers Woodchop

Monto Festival

Gayndah Family Fishing Competition

Monto Spring Markets & Flower Show

Gayndah Races Monto Annual Cattle Drive

Biggenden Ruff N Tuff Charity Car Show

Dallarnil Sports Carnival

Mingo Crossing Catch a Catty Fishing Competition

Monto Store Cattle Show Sale Monto Silver Buckle Campdraft

December

Mount Perry Races

Mundubbera Christmas in the Park

Mulgildie Bunyip Festival

Mulgildie Rodeo

Friends of RM Williams Inc. Bush Spirit Festival - Eidsvold Dump Truck Pull Family Day - Mount Perry Eidsvold Springtime Flower Show

November Eidsvold Heritage Day

Mundubbera Fishing Competition

Regional Markets

EVENTS

Mundubbera 7-a-side Cricket Biggenden Campdraft

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Go to www.northburnett.qld.gov.au for up to date events in the region.

Gayndah Markets First Sunday of the Month

Monto Country Craft Markets First Sunday of the Month

Mundubbera Uniting Church Market Mornings Third Saturday of the Month

Festival of Small Halls Biggenden Eidsvold Santa Fair

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Harvest Calendar

Local Low Down

Mundubbera

Take advantage of the wealth of local knowledge that our Staff and Volunteers at the Visitor Information Centres provide:

Mangoes Citrus Thinning Citrus Picking Asparagus Grape Picking

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Gayndah

Gayndah Museum and Information Centre 8 Simon Street, Gayndah T (07) 4161 2226 E secretary.gayndahmuseum@gmail.com W www.gayndahmuseum.com.au

Mundubbera

Gayndah JAN

FEB

MAR

Citrus Citrus Pruning

RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre and Visitor Information A3 Australia’s Country Way, Eidsvold T (07) 4165 7272 E info@rmwilliamscentre.com.au W www.rmwilliamscentre.com.au F facebook.com/RMWilliams.ABLC

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Mundubbera Heritage and Visitor Information Centre Bicentennial Park, Mundubbera Durong Road, Mundubbera T 1300 696 272 E admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au

Monto

Pioneer Cottage Information Centre Lister Street, Monto T 1300 696 272 E admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au

Biggenden

North Burnett Regional Council Edward Street, Biggenden T 1300 696 272 E admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au

NORTH BURNETT

Transport Service

Servicing the following routes: Tuesday - Mundubbera to Bundaberg Wednesday - Eidsvold to Bundaberg connect with Monto to Eidsvold Service

Thursday - Mundubbera to Bundaberg

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Friday - Monto to Mundubbera (on demand)

Friday - Mundubbera to Maryborough

BOOK TO AVOID MISSING OUT!

To make a booking:

Online: www.northburnett.qld.gov.au Phone: 1300 696 272 Or visit one of Council’s Customer Service Centres

Mount Perry

North Burnett Regional Council Heusman Street, Mount Perry T 1300 696 272 E admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au F facebook.com/North.Burnett.

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North Burnett

Enjoy your th night 7 FREE!

HOLIDAY PARKS Mingo Crossing Caravan and Recreation Park FACILITIES: • Camping Ground • Fish Cleaning Station • 12 Powered Caravan Sites • On-site Managers • Kiosk & Booking Office - 24 hour Reception • New Boat Ramp • 2 Large Undercover Barbeque and Picnic Areas • Tank Water for Drinking • Amenities Block • Parking for Cars and Boats

• Wheelchair Friendly • Laundry • Pets on application

The best kept secret between Mount Perry and Gayndah... Set along the banks of the Burnett River and upstream from Paradise Dam, the Recreation Park is surrounded by rural countryside, creating a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere and a perfect spot for all types of water sports including fishing, sailing, skiing and tubing.

CONTACT US 07 4161 6200

Paradise Dam Recreational Park FACILITIES: • 57 Non-powered sites • Environmentally friendly toilets (no showers) • Covered BBQ areas • Sheltered picnic tables • Concrete boat ramp • Fish cleaning station • Information centre • Children’s playground • Kiosk

• Booking office • Pets on application • Generators permitted

Paradise Dam is just a short 20 minute drive from the town of Biggenden, an hour south-west from Bundaberg and 3 hours’ drive North of Brisbane. The recreational area caters to day visitors and campers, and has many new modern facilities such as free gas bbq’s and picnic areas, environmentally friendly toilets and boat ramp. If you love camping, fishing, skiing, kayaking, watersports or just a relaxing day out – Paradise Dam is the perfect place to visit or stay!

Bookings are recommended to avoid disappointment.

CONTACT US 07 4127 7278

Email mingo.crossing@northburnett.qld.gov.au

Email paradise.dam@northburnett.qld.gov.au

2670 GAYNDAH MOUNT PERRY ROAD, MOUNT PERRY QLD 4671

353 CAMPBELLS ROAD, CORINGA QLD 4621

Monto

LOCATION Mt Perry

Eidsvold

Eidsvold

Paradise Dam Mingo Crossing

Mundubbera Gayndah

Biggenden

Mountain View

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