Longreach Region Travel Planner 2013

Longreach Region Travel Planner

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LONGREACH REGION YOUR OUTBACK GATEWAY

LONGREACH – THE ICONS AND SECRETS Where heritage was born on the back of legends.

DAY 1 QANTAS FOUNDERS MUSEUM    

Experience the Qantas story 707/747 Jet Tour & Wing Walk Museum and Original Hangar Flight Simulators

POWERHOUSE MUSEUM  Local social history  Nogo Boundary Riders Cottage  Historical generating complex

ARTS AND CRAFTS CENTRE  Heritage listed building  Local crafts and activities

DAY 2 STRATHMORE SHEEP AND CATTLE STATION TOUR  Family member guided tour  Savour homestead morning tea

COBB AND CO. COACH RIDE  Gallop through the Scrub  On board commentary

HARRY REDFORD OLD TIME TENT SHOW  Tribute to Captain Starlight  Poetic stories & Aussie Humour

STATION STORE  Hats, Horses & Hospitality  Old time photos & gifts

THOMSON BELLE SUNSET RIVER CRUISE  Historic paddlewheeler cruise  Starlight’s Spectacular dinner

DAY 3 CHOOSE YOUR SPECIAL INTERESTS:  Lochern National Park  Old Arrilalah & pioneer graves  Botanical walkway, Iningai Park and River Walk  Australian Agricultural College guided tour  Cemetery Tour  Pamela’s Dolls  Helicopter scenic flight

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LONGREACH SCHOOL OF DISTANCE EDUCATION

AUSTRALIAN STOCKMAN’S HALL OF FAME

 Guided tour  Experience an on-air lesson  Largest classroom in the world

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OUTBACK PICS GALLERY  Extensive photographic exhibit

DOWNTOWN  Lunch and/or coffee at your choice of great cafés

Legends & Pioneers tribute Live stockman’s show Cattleman’s Bar and Grill Dr Bruce Yeates Memorial Cottage & Gardens

M.V EXPLORER DROVERS SUNSET CRUISE  River views, stories & secrets  Heartland theatre dinner show

CAMDEN PARK STATION SUNSET TOUR  Artesian Bore Sunset drinks  Tour the historic homestead & shearing shed

OUTER BARCOO, ISISFORD AND YARAKA Unforgettable scenery, science and folklore       

Yaraka’s Scenic Mount Slocombe Emmet and the Idalia National Park Oma waterhole & Explorer Mitchell’s cairn Isisford’s Outer Barcoo Interpretative Centre 100 million year old crocodile discoveries Approx. 450km return circuit from Longreach Minimum 1 night stay at Yaraka or Isisford

*The above suggested itineraries allow for no free time and it is easy to plan 7 days around the Longreach region.

Please check availability of shows, tours and attractions prior to finalising your itinerary to travel.

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Longreach Visitor Information Centre TO BIRDSVILLE

Qantas Park, Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 4150 F: (07) 4658 4116 E: tourism@longreach.qld.gov.au www.longreach.qld.gov.au

WELCOME TO THE LONGREACH REGION A warm welcome to the Longreach Region, a beautiful piece of outback Australia offering a unique and friendly experience for every visitor.

Longreach is a thriving centre in Queensland’s Central West Region and our council area covers 40,638 sq. km.

The Region includes the three smaller townships of Ilfracombe, Isisford and Yaraka and each vibrant community offers their own taste of outback life.

When planning your visit, allow yourself plenty of time to enjoy the many wonderful highlights our region has to offer. Contact our helpful staff at the Longreach Visitor Information Centre, or at our branch offices in Isisford and Ilfracombe, and they will assist you in planning an unforgettable trip.

Joe Owens

Mayor Longreach Regional Council

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Mount Slocombe Yaraka - Isisford

How to get there Air QantasLink has daily return flights from Brisbane to Longreach. Phone 13 13 13 Rex Airlines flies twice weekly from Townsville to Longreach via Winton.

Phone 13 17 13.

Rail Spirit of the Outback travels twice weekly return Brisbane to Longreach via Rockhampton. Phone: 1800 627 655.

Road From Brisbane – 1200km via Roma and Charleville along the Warrego and Matilda H’way.

From Mt Isa – 700km along the Matilda H’way.

From Rockhampton – 700km along the Capricorn H’way.

From Townsville – 700km along the

Flinders H’way via Hughenden and Winton.

From Birdsville – 718km along the Diamantina and Thomson River Development roads.

All roads listed are fully sealed.

Coach Greyhound Coaches have a daily service from Brisbane to Darwin via Mt Isa. Phone 13 14 99 Paradise Coaches operate twice weekly Rockhampton to Longreach.

Phone 07 4933 1127

Local media ABC Local Radio – 540 AM 4LG Radio – 1098 AM Local paper (Longreach Leader)

CONTENTS 04.................................... Mayoral Welcome

13...................... Places to eat — Longreach

04....................................... How to get there

15.............................Businesses & services

05.............................................Touring maps

16........................................Yaraka & Emmet

06..................................................Longreach

17.......................................................... Isisford

06................ Longreach points of interest

17.........................Isisford points of interest

07.................................... Longreach nature

18...................................................Ilfracombe

07........................................Regional events

19................. Ilfracombe points of interest

08..... Places to experience — Longreach

20.........................................................Winton

12.................... Places to stay — Longreach

22..............................................Barcoo Shire

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All roads lead to the Longreach region Suggested travel routes

ROUTES NOT TO SCALE

TOWNSVILLE – LONGREACH

BRISBANE/ROCKHAMPTON – LONGREACH

via Winton or Muttaburra

via Charleville or Carnarvon Gorge

LONGREACH Ilfracombe Townsville

Stonehenge

Isisford Torrens Creek Emmet

Jundah Hughenden

LONGREACH Ilfracombe

Ilfracombe

Barcaldine

Jericho

Jundah Blackall

Muttaburra

Birdsville Winton

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Stonehenge

Yaraka Aramac

Windorah

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Isisford Emmet

Yaraka Alpha

Windorah Tambo

LONGREACH

Gemfields

Birdsville

Alic

Augathella Emerald Charleville

CUNNAMULLA – KARUMBA

Normanton LawnLONGREACH Darwin Ilfracombe Hill Burke & Wills Roadhouse Mt Isa Barcaldine Blackall Boulia

Roma

Jericho McKinlay Alpha Kynuna Gemfields Winton

Middleton Augathella

Emerald Charleville

go Roma Hughenden Dalby Toowoomba Winton

Carnarvon Townsville Gorge Blackwater Isisford Injune Barcaldine Torrens Creek Dingo Blackall Aramac Tambo Rockhampton Muttaburra

Charleville LONGREACH Cunnamulla

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Karumba

Dalby Toowoomba Lawn Darwin Hill

Rockhampton Normanton

Mt Isa Brisbane Dajarra

Burke & Wills Roadhouse Cloncurry McKinlay

Boulia Alice Springs

Kynuna

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Winton

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Injune Karumba

Dajarra

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LONGREACH Ilfracombe Stonehenge Isisford Jundah Blackall Windorah Tambo Birdsville Charleville

Longreach Ilfracombe Barcaldine Isisford Emmet Yaraka

Sealed roads Unsealed roads Cunnamulla

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Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame

Longreach Soak up the charm, history and heritage in the iconic township of Longreach, ‘Gateway to the Outback’.

Discover world class attractions, meet the friendly locals, and marvel at the ever-changing landscape of natural beauty and native wildlife.

Longreach is not just a town but a way of life, and we invite you to share in our unforgettable outback experiences.

LONGREACH POINTS OF INTEREST Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame

Longreach Railway Station

Pays tribute to Australia’s stockmen and women, pioneering legends, and the Royal Flying Doctor’s Service. Art Gallery, artefacts, electronic displays, photographs and films.

Railway Museum and final stop for the ‘Spirit of the Outback’ train service.

Qantas Founders Museum

See outback forecasting in action and help launch a weather balloon.

Commemorates this great Australian company and leader in aviation.

Museum, passenger jet tours, wing walk and flight simulator.

Pamela’s Dolls and Syd’s Outback Collectors Corner Friendly locals share their unique collections.

Longreach Powerhouse Museum

‘MV Explorer’ Cruises

Largest preserved rural generating facility in Australia. Social history exhibits, generating equipment and boundary rider’s cottage.

Yarnspinners afternoon and swaggies heartland or drovers sunset cruises.

2012 award winner Best Tourism Attraction and Best Tourism Development.

Outback Aussie Tours

‘Thomson Belle’ Sunset River Cruise

Experience multi award winning service, cruises, station tours, attractions pass, packages and overland journeys. Est over 25 years.

Experience the ‘Starlight’s Spectacular’ camp oven dinner and explore the river on an historic paddlewheeler.

Kinnon & Co

Queensland Helicopters

Hats, horses and history. Visit the Station Store and step back in time with Harry Redford’s Oldtime tent show and a Cobb & Co stage coach gallop.

A fantastic range of scenic flights in the region.

School of Distance Education Take a guided tour through one of the largest classrooms in the world.

Longreach Arts and Crafts Centre

Outback Pics An extensive gallery of outback photography.

Skate Park Undercover and surrounded by lawn.

This Heritage-listed building houses a gallery of local artists work and is also the site of the monthly Arts & Crafts Markets.

Star Cinema

Australian Agricultural College Corporation

Showing the latest movies Thursday to Sunday.

A taste of life on the land at Queensland’s longest established agricultural and vocational training facility.

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Aquatic Centre 50 metre pool, 25 metre heated pool and children’s play area.

REGIONAL EVENTS There are many exciting events held in the Longreach Region throughout the year. Major annual events are listed below and Visitor Information staff can advise you of what else is happening during your visit. This could include themed dinners, shows, concerts, rodeos, campdrafts and country races.

Easter in the Outback Town: Longreach & Winton combined event.

Date: March 29 to April 1 2013. Contact Phone: 07 4658 4150.

Longreach Outback Drover’s Reunion Town: Longreach (Aust. Stockmans Hall of Fame).

Date: May 4 - 5 2013. Contact Phone: 07 4658 2166.

Ilfracombe Picnic Races Town: Ilfracombe. Date: 13 July 2013. Contact Phone: 0427 586 150.

Isisford Fishing Competition Town: Isisford. Date: July 27 - 28th 2013. Contact: 07 4658 8914.

Longreach Yellowbelly Classic 2013 (fishing competition) Town: Longreach. Date: 24 - 26 August 2013.

Email: www.longreach.net.au/fishing.

Longreach Show Town: Longreach. Date: 17 - 18 May 2013.

Email: longreachshowmobile@bigpond.com.

LONGREACH POWERHOUSE MUSEUM • Heritage listed • Giant engines • Boundary rider’s cottage & generators • Social History Museum • Guided Tours available Once the beating heart of Longreach, the Powerhouse Museum is now the largest preserved rural generating facility in Australia. The Social History Museum and Boundary rider’s cottage come alive with proudly donated local artifacts and memorabilia.

Take a guided tour or explore in your own time.

Lilly Lagoon

LONGREACH NATURE Thomson River Wet a line, take a dip, birdwatch or just relax on a cruise.

Apex Riverside Park riverside recreation area and boat ramp.

Starlight’s Lookout Made famous by Australia’s most well known cattle-duffer, ‘Harry Redford’, the spectacular outback landscape stretches out before you .

Lilly Lagoon A peaceful habitat for birds and native wildlife and home to the beautiful Nymphea lilies, that are unique to Longreach.

Longreach Botanic Walkway A 2.5km interpretive native flora walk between the town centre and the Stockman’s Hall of Fame.

Iningai Nature Park Located on the Longreach Town common, this park includes walking paths and sections of floodplains and waterholes along a creek.

Lochern National Park

P: 07 4658 4150 E: visitinf@longreach.qld.gov.au

About 150km south-west of Longreach, Lochern National Park has 20km of Thomson River frontage. The many lagoons and waterholes provide refuge for birds and other wildlife.

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PLACES TO EXPERIENCE — LONGREACH

AIR CENTRAL WEST

(07) 4658 9187 Local scenic flights & charters Customised local tours including Lark Quarry Dinosaur Tracks/Winton/Carisbrooke Station/National Parks. Lake Eyre & Channel Country tours – 1 & 2 day Longreach/Thomson/Diamantina/ Georgina Rivers Birdsville/Lake Eyre/William Creek Cooper Creek/Innamincka/Burke & Wills Dig Tree/Lake Yamma

Make your first stop in Longreach the Visitors Information Centre on Eagle Street, a replica of the original Qantas Booking Office. The friendly staff will provide you with all the information you need to have a wonderful local experience. With self-guide maps it’s easy to explore the many unique outback attractions. Alternatively, local tour operators can tailor a package to suit all visitors.

“Llewellyn”, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 9187 E: plowens2@bigpond.com www.aircentralwest.com.au

SCHOOL OF THE AIR, LONGREACH

(07) 4658 4232

Winner of the 2010 OQTA Tourist Attraction Award. Visit one of the largest classrooms in the world. Learn how education is delivered “in the bush”. Observe a School of the Air lesson in progress. Guided tours: 9am & 10.30am, Mon–Fri. Adults: $8 Children: $4 (Groups of 20 or more require bookings. Prices subject to change).

Sir James Walker Drive, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 4232 E: tours1@eq.edu.au www.longreacsde.eq.edu.au

Longreach Visitor Information Centre Contact: (07) 4658 4150

0417 624 422

OUTBACK GEMSTONE DREAMS

0408 718 752

Scenic helicopter flights over Longreach and the mighty Thomson River.

Fantastic photos!

Book a 10min, 20min or sunset flight.

10min $50 per person (min. 3 passengers eg. 2 passengers at $75 per person).

Fossicking Tours by Outback Gemstone Dreams are tours for gem and crystal enthusiasts seeking an experienced guide to the gemfields of Central Australia. Unlike locally based tag along tours we provide everything you will need to experience what very few ever will!

Contact us for a fossicking tour quote.

Phone Tim & Sandy P: 0417 624 422 E: qldheli@bigpond.com

Contact Joseph: 0408 718 752 E: bookings@outbackgemstonedreams.com www.outbackgemstonedreams.com

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Sale of DAILY SHOW S 10AM Travel off the beaten path on our guided 4WD tours.

Weekdays (May-Oct)

Runs between May and October

www.stockmanshalloffame.com.au Landsborough Highway, Longreach Queensland 4730

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Qantas Founders Museum Welcome to the story of Qantas.

Qantas Founders Museum is the only place in the world where you can tour two fully equipped passenger jet aircraft and walk on the wing of a 747.

Qantas began in this region of outback Queensland in 1920. This museum, dedicated to the story of Qantas, is an Australia wide community and volunteer project and is entirely funded by public support and sponsorship. Qantas Founders Museum, opened in 2002, is built around the heritage listed 1922 hangar.

The complex houses historic photographs, memorabilia and multi-media interactive displays which eloquently tell the inspirational stories of overcoming the problems of long distance travel in Outback Australia. The Museum is home to an impressive collection of vintage aircraft as well as the 747 and 707. New exhibits, such as our new WW1 Flight Simulator experience, are added regularly.

The Museum is open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm (except Christmas Day).

Special opening hours are available to groups and charters by prior arrangement.

Longreach Airport Sir Hudson Fysh Drive Longreach Qld 4730 P: 07 4658 3737 E: info@qfom.com.au www.qfom.com.au 10

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Kinnon & Co. is the only place in the world where you can experience the exhilaration of galloping on an Australian transport icon, the Cobb & Co. Stage coach.

Join the Kinnon family and journey through the History of Australia. Relive the pioneering days through stories of bush rangers, cattle duffers and river traders.

Eat a traditional Stockman’s dinner under the stars, or watch an amazing Outback sunset aboard the Historic Thomson Belle Paddlewheeler Cruise. Capture your memories in film while dressing in period costume.

Richard and Marisse Kinnon invite you to be their guests as they regale you of times gone by. Immerse yourself in this personal journey as they turn back the clock for you to enjoy the History and Heritage that this country and region was built on. Kinnon & Co. is a family owned and operated business featuring tours and accommodation.

Kinnon & Co. Tours are available from 25th March to 31st October 2013. Check our website for tour times and package deals. Coach and School groups welcome.

115a Eagle Street Longreach Qld 4730 P: 07 4658 1776 E: info@kinnonandco.com.au www.kinnonandco.com.au Longreach Region Travel Planner

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PLACES TO STAY – LONGREACH With two caravan parks, camping facilities, five motels, two hotels and a range of cabins, villas and lodges, Longreach has accommodation for every taste and budget.

It is a good idea to book ahead, particularly for large groups and those travelling in the ‘busy season’ between April and October.

ALBERT PARK MOTOR INN

Conference facilities • Bar and restaurant Austar • Outdoor entertainment area

(07) 4658 2411

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Professional & friendly service Restaurant, bar, poolside dining, conference facilities Walk to airport, Stockman’s Hall of Fame, Qantas Founders Museum All ground floor units, undercover parking, reverse cycle air-conditioning & Austar Local tour details & bookings at reception

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Sir Hudson Fysh Drive, Longreach QLD 4730 Ph: (07) 4658 1799 Fax: (07) 4658 1832 E: jumbuck@outbacklongreach.com.au

Cnr Ilfracombe & Stork Roads, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 2411 E: albertpark@westnet.com.au www.longreachaccommodation.com

KINNON & CO. OUTBACK LODGES

(07) 4658 3811

Best value self contained, air-conditioned lodges. All linen provided.

Quiet, leafy surrounds with guest pool and BBQ. Ideal location next door to Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and opposite the Qantas Founders Museum and airport.

On-site Tour desk.

Longreach Motor Inn Centrally located • Family owned Split system A/C • Austar Harry’s Restaurant & Bar – open to the public

63-65 Ilfracombe Road, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 3811 E: lodges@kinnonandco.com.au www.kinnonandco.com.au

84 Galah Street, Longreach QLD 4730 Ph: 1800 076 020 E: lmi@outbacklongreach.com.au outbacklongreach.com.au

LONGREACH TOURIST PARK

12 Thrush Road, Longreach QLD 4730 P: 07 4658 1781 E: info@longreachtouristpark.com.au

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ABAJAZ motorinn Rodd and Liane invite you to stay at the Abajaz. We pride ourselves in our personalised service to ensure your Longreach experience is the best.

• 18 Ground floor rooms, undercover parking, Austar, reverse cycle air-conditioning, microwave, fridge, tea/coffee making facilities • Free Wireless Internet, swimming pool, BBQ, guest laundry • Cooked/continental breakfasts • Cot, hairdryer, toaster, fax and photocopying available at office • Situated on the beautiful botanic pathway that runs between town (CBD), Qantas and the Stockman’s Hall of Fame • Chargeback from local restaurants • The Only Solar Green Motel in the Central West • TripAdvisor 2013 Travellers Choice Winner • Major Cards accepted. Limited Courtesy transfers available • Tariff : Single $115, Double $120, Twin $125, extra guests $10 per person

11 Wonga Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: 1800 081 288 E: info@abajazmotorinn.com.au www.abajazmotorinn.com.au

PLACES TO EAT – LONGREACH Fine wining and dining, a hearty pub meal, takeaway, or coffee and cake, there are plenty of choices to tempt you in Longreach.

You can also stock up at the butchers, grocery stores and bakery, and make use of the local barbeque facilities.

MARJORIE-DOOR CAFE

LONGRE AC H MOTE L Welcome to Longreach Motel.

Your hosts are sisters, Annette and Coralee.

You will enjoy country style hospita lity and we will be more than happy to go the extra mile to ensure your stay is a memorable one.

The Longreach Motel is the most conven iently located motel in Longreach, within 300 metres of all banks, post office, supermarket, cinema, restaurants and shops.

Courtesy transfers are available upon request.

(07) 4658 0305

If you are looking for extraordinary food and coffee in a relaxed and unique atmosphere, we are here just waiting for you!

We provide Friendly Service, Free Wi Fi for Customers, EFTPOS and Ample Parking.

YOU won’t be disappointed at Marjorie-Door .. we are more than just a Cafe!

28 Pelican Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 0305 Facebook.com/marjoriedoorcafe

MERINO BAKERY

(07) 4658 1715

127-129 Eagle Street, Longreach Qld 4730

$2 MERINO MONEY Present this advertisement to be stamped at the Merino Bakery and receive your gift of $2 off any purchase. (Offer expires 31 December 2013) *Minimum sale amount $5.00 *One stamp per family per visit *Not redeemable for cash

P: (07) 4658 1996 F: (07) 4658 3035 E: info@longreachmotel.com.au www.longreachmotel.net.au

120 Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 Right in the middle of town P: (07) 4658 1715 F: (07) 4658 0045

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JOLLY JUMBUCK RESTAURANT

(07) 4658 1799

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And of course .. great country hospitality

Sir Hudson Fysh Drive, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 1799 (bookings)

(07) 4658 2322

Excellent dining experience Excellent service within relaxed atmosphere Centrally located Ample parking Open Monday to Saturday Reserve your table today

“All I can say is FANTASTIC! This experience has been one of the most special nights for me! Looking forward to doing it again.” Tania Kernaghan

See page 9 for details P: 1300 78 78 90 www.heartlandtheatre.com.au

EAGLES NEST BAR & GRILL

(07) 4658 0144

Situated in the Main Street Steaks, Salads, Seafood, Pasta plus over 30 beers from Australia and overseas as well as wines, champagne and mixes. Trading hours: Wednesday to Friday – 11.30am till late Saturday & Sunday – 9am till late.

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AWARD-WINNING campfire entertainment New Tourism Development 2012 Tourist Attraction 2012 Tourism Marketing 2012

Fabulous Food Fine Wine Cold Beers Everyone Welcome Book your table now

HARRY’S RESTAURANT

HEARTLAND THEATRE DINNER & SHOW

84 Galah Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 2322 E: lmi@outbacklongreach.com.au

DRAWN IN CAFE

(07) 4658 2228 Free Wi Fi Gluten free options Breakfast Lunch

Cakes Coffee Drinks

110 Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 0144

EAGLE BOYS LONGREACH

(07) 4658 3294

Open 7 days 4pm to 9pm.

Full Eagle Boys Menu.

Local Delivery.

Mobile Eftpos Available.

All made on site at the cafe. The best place to sit and eat or have a drink in Longreach!

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

27 Swan Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 2228 E: drawnincafe@me.com

STARLIGHTS TAVERN

Steakhouse 103 Eagle Street Longreach

Dine in Air-Conditioned Comfort.

We have a Broad Menu with Quality Meals at Affordable Prices.

TAB / KENO / POKIES We hope you enjoy your stay in Longreach.

Take-away meals available.

Ph: (07) 4658 1925

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135 Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: 1300 EAGLEBOYS or (07) 4658 3294 www.eagleboys.com.au

BUSINESSES & SERVICES – LONGREACH As the main regional centre, Longreach provides an extensive range of services to locals and visitors:

Keep up with the Locals

Service stations, mechanics, auto-electrics, tyre centres, vehicle accessories Groceries, butchers, bakery, health food Medical Centre, hospital, pharmacy, dentist, optometrist, mental health services Commonwealth Bank, NAB, Rabobank, Suncorp, Westpac Clothing boutiques, western wear, sporting goods, & souvenirs Hairdressing & beauty, health & fitness Newsagents and business supplies, computer sales & service General tradesmen, hardware & engineering Government services, including Centrelink, Parks & Wildlife & Queensland Transport Schools and childcare Solicitors and accountants

SLADE SMASH REPAIRS

(07) 4658 1609

U Bend It .. We Mend It RACQ CSP + Agent (15Yrs+) + Maps RACQ Batteries Tilt Tray Towing 24 hrs Smash Repair work Windscreens Hood linings Fibreglass repairs 174 Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 1609 F: (07) 4658 3849 M: 0428 458 149 E: slade1@tpg.com.au

LONGREACH MOTORS

(07) 4658 1700

"Celebrating our stories, our lives" For 90 Years - Since 1923 124 Magpie Lane, Longreach, Qld. 4730 PO Box 189 Longreach Ph: (07) 4658 3855 F: (07) 4658 2396

Available every Friday at newsagents and service stations throughout the Central West

LONGREACH OUTDOORS CENTRE & CAMPER TRAILER HIRE Off road soft & hard floor camper trailers & equipment for hire.

New and second hand vehicles Repair all makes and models Service all makes and models Holden parts and non-genuine parts Wheel alignments and balancing Tyres and batteries

Camping & Fishing Gear Pool & Toilet Chemicals Car Fridges, Ice Boxes & much more

1/136 Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 3229 M: 0428 573 008 E: locamp@tpg.com.au

33 Swan Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 1700 F: (07) 4658 1857 E: longreachmotors@bigpond.com

PALMERS BP

(07) 4658 1136 Full driveway service and mechanical repairs Spare parts and windscreens Maxxis tyres and batteries Castrol oils and lubricants New bicycle sales and repairs Car wash and dog wash John and Sue Palmer 9 Wonga Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P/F: (07) 4658 1136 M: 0417 752 337 E: palmbp@bigpond.net.au

LONGREACH OPPOSITE LOCK

(07) 4658 1558

Steel & Alloy Bullbars, Smart Bars & Nudge Bars HID Driving Lights, Work Lights & Handheld Spotlights UHF Radios, Antennas & Accessories GPS Units & Accessories Recovery Gear & Equipment A1 Exhausts Suspension 33 Swan Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 1558 www.oppositelock.com.au E: info.longreach@oppositelock.com.au

Gas Refills Swags Tents

JOHNLEE MOTORS

(07) 4658 1423 Polaris & Can-am sales and service 4WD & car servicing and repairs, spare parts and batteries Flywheel & Head & Manifold Grinding Engine rebuilding Suppliers of spare parts Great customer service .. the ‘local’ way 34 Swan Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 1423 F: (07) 4658 2647 E: johnlee33@bigpond.com

LONGREACH ACCESSORIES PLUS

(07) 4658 1607

Car parts and accessories Pet supplies and engraved pet ID tags Mobile phone and ipod accessories Bikes/scooters and accessories Ironman and Lightforce distributor Melanie Palmer 106a Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P/F: (07) 4658 1607 M: 0427 736 648 E: sales@lchaccplus.com

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SPINIFEX COLLECTIONS

(07) 4658 3636

MERCURY BUSINESS SUPPLIES

Gifts from around the world Come & browse our unusual gifts & handcrafted items, while you have your clothing alterations and jewellery repairs done.

Your Local IT Specialists – Everything for the home or mobile office Sales and repairs of Notebook and Desktop computers, printers and faxes In-store: stationery, photocopying, laminating, designing and printing, faxing and emailing facilities 2/136 Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 3544 F: (07) 4658 0405 M: 0429 025 302 E: mercbiz@tpg.com.au

118 Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 3636 M: 0428 589 170 www.spinifexcollections.com.au

MITCHELL GRASS MEATS

(07) 4658 0070

(07) 4658 3544

NATURE’S TONIC

(07) 4658 3736

Looking for tasty Local Western Qld meat?

100% Grass Fed, Chemical Free Beef & Lamb – direct from our farm to you. We also supply Chicken & Pork from Central Qld farmers Produced north of Longreach, processed in Longreach Read the Mitchell Grass Meats Story at www.mitchellgrassmeats.com.au

Your Wellbeing Oasis Health foods Natural skincare Chemical free hair products Vitamins/minerals Organic baby care range Relaxing atmosphere and friendly staff AND much more...

137 Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 0070 E: info@mitchellgrassmeats.com.au

25 Swan Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 3736 www.naturestonic.com.au E: naturestonichealth@bigpond.com

RUBEGG 4 HAIR

(07) 4658 1918

THURECHT BROS SADDLERY

You deserve great hair!

At Rubegg 4 Hair our friendly and experienced staff will deliver a professional service to suit your personal hairdressing needs.

Specialising in L’Oréal Professional Products and Services Selected beauty treatments available

(07) 4658 1011

Established in 1927 by the Thurecht Brothers, Thurecht Bros Saddlery is one of the few remaining working saddleries in Queensland today. Call in and see Phil, Jayne and Georgia and their great range of outback styled gifts, horse supplies and belts made to order.

130B Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 1011 F: (07) 4658 0030 M: 0407 111 324 E: hog.hunter@bigpond.com

113 Eagle Street, Longreach QLD 4730 P: (07) 4658 1918

YARAKA & EMMET The Yaraka Store offers fuel, tyre and mechanical repairs and basic food supplies. You’ll also have access to friendly local information and advice — invaluable on your outback travels.

Emmet ‘And men of religion are scanty...’

Emmet is a historic railway siding with a rich history.

Situated on the railway line running from Blackall to Yaraka, Emmet was once a bustling depot where people from the local properties came to pick up their stores and mail.

Yaraka Discover the ‘Outer Barcoo’ of Banjo Patterson’s poem ‘A Bush Christening’. ‘...where the churches are few.’

Today there are two proud residents, a small museum of railway heritage and a peaceful picnic area with an information board to peruse.

Yaraka is a friendly and attractive little community with plenty of amenities. It’s a short drive to the famous lookout at Mount Slocombe, where picnic and barbeque facilities make this the perfect place for a family outing or a peaceful getaway.

The town has a general store, post office, fuel, police station, pub with meals and accommodation, swimming pool, tennis court and playground area.

There is also a caravan park behind the Community Hall.

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Emmet rest site

Isisford, courtesy Tourism Queensland

ISISFORD Isisford, on the banks of the Barcoo River, was settled in the mid 1800s. Today you can trace the steps of explorer, Major Mitchell and discover the ‘Outer Barcoo’.

Meet “Isisfordia Duncani” the Isisford crocodile who lived 98 million years ago — the ancestor of all crocodiles…

• View the fossilised remains and a life size model of Isisfordia duncani • Watch a documentary about the fascinating history of Isisford • Unique flora and fauna displays • Café and local visitor information

OUTER BARCOO INTERPRETIVE CENTRE - ISISFORD - 07 4658 8411 OPEN DAILY

There is a golf course, swimming pool, tennis court, museum, post office, police station, hotel, fuel outlet, primary health centre, QGAP office, ambulance, primary school, library and internet facilities.

Camping is available at the Barcoo Weir and Oma Waterhole with showers and toilets. Powered sites are available at the hotel.

The Isisford Annual Fishing Competition is held on the last weekend of July each year, attracting competitors from all over Australia.

ISISFORD POINTS OF INTEREST The Outer Barcoo Interpretive Centre Museum depicting the evolution of nature. The feature attraction is a replica of Isisfordia duncani, which lived around Isisford 98 million years ago, and is the ancestor of all the worlds’ crocodilians.

Theatrette | Cafeteria | Local arts and crafts displays

Oma Waterhole 16km south west of Isisford on the Isisford / Yaraka River Road.

Great for camping, fishing and water activities.

Hot showers | Toilet facilities | Boat ramp access

Whitman’s Park & Memorial Museum At the back of the Isisford Park.

Photos | Exhibits

Old Bakery & Café Arcadia A glimpse of years gone by. Just don’t expect to get a fresh loaf of bread!

Yuranigh Pond Approximately 6km from town. Major Mitchell camped here and the waterhole was named after his Aboriginal guide. There is a plaque and shelter in their honour.

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‘The Great Machinery Mile’ at the Ilfracombe Machinery and Heritage Museum

ILFRACOMBE Learn the colourful story of the development of western Queensland — immortalised in the streets of Ilfracombe.

is over 100 years old, with a woolpress bar and remarkable collection of hats & local memorabilia.

Wander through the historical attractions, relax in the artesian spa, and visit the Wellshot Hotel. This pub

Ilfracombe ‘The Hub of the West’ sits proudly on the Matilda (Landsborough/Capricorn) Highway.

ILFRACOMBE CARAVAN PARK On the Landsborough Highway only minutes east of Longreach Community Happy Hour* Assisted parking Personal and friendly Self-contained A/C ensuite cabins Grassed campsites Concrete slabs Many free local attractions Van Park Olympics – June *Seasonal

Owner

Operators

Jesse

Ph (07) 4658 1510

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Cathryn

Fax (07) 4658 0634

www.ilfracombe.com.au jessehitson@bigpond.com

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Hitson

ILFRACOMBE POINTS OF INTEREST Folk Museum Showcases the role of men, women and children of the west.

Ilfracombe Machinery and Heritage Museum The ‘Great Machinery Mile’ is a graphic timeline of the evolution of the pastoral and transport industries.

The 12 Mile Magnificent 19th century bush ingenuity. Naturally formed flagstones form a leak-proof reservoir. Map available at the Wellshot Centre.

Romani Hall A tribute to the young men of the district who answered “the call to arms”, and dedicated to Australia’s Light Horsemen.

The Jackson Collections & Hilton’s Corner The lifetime collections of brothers Hilton and Ike Jackson. 30,000 bottles and memorabilia gathered from the World Wars.

Wellshot Centre Tells the story of Wellshot Station, one of Australia’s greatest sheep and wool producers. Also the Ilfracombe Visitor Information Centre.

Memorial Park & Artesian Spa Swimming pool, artesian spa, children’s playground and barbeque.

The Wellshot Hotel Stands in proud testament to the good times and the hard times.

Langenbaker House Ilfracombe

Heritage-listed, over 100 years old and in its original condition.

The Historic

Wellshot Hotel Still standing in the same place since 1890…

Still doing the same thing today as we did back then! Serving Ilfracombe & district for 120 years!

The Wellshot Hotel is a rare surviving outback treasure, bearing testimony to the good times, the hard times, and Ilfracombe’s persevering spirit.

It is the place where town meets the bush, locals meet travellers, where people from all walks of life come together as one.

Enjoy ice-cold drinks, good food, comfortable accommodation and a warm and friendly huge outback welcome.

Jo Scott Main Avenue, Ilfracombe QLD 4727 (07) 4658 2106 wellshot_hotel@bigpond.com

Wellshot Centre, Ilfracombe • Ilfracombe Visitor Information Centre • Story of the mighty ‘Wellshot Station’ • 20 minute film ‘A Rush for Grass’ • Souvenirs & local info The Wellshot Centre is the keeping place for the story of Wellshot Station, one of Australia’s largest early sheep & wool producers. In its heyday 400,000 sheep were shorn on Wellshot every year. This is a great Australian story of times when we rode on the sheep’s back, and of the places and the people that made it possible.

P: 07 4658 2233 E: admin2.ilfracombe@longreach.qld.gov.au

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Bora Rings at Winton, courtesy Tourism Queensland

WINTON Winton is the Dinosaur Capital of Australia, home of Waltzing Matilda and Queensland’s Boulder Opal; steeped in natural, cultural and heritage history.

At the Australian Age of Dinosaurs museum, 24km east of Winton, you’ll see the world’s largest collection of Australian dinosaur fossils, displayed in the Collection Room and prepared in the Dinosaur Laboratory. You can even sign-up to help prepare these real dinosaur bones in the laboratory!

In the township of Winton, the Corfield & Fitzmaurice Building, houses displays of life-size Diorama of the stampede, a mining display and Combo Crafts.

Winton honours its history with sculptures and artworks located throughout town, and through the Waltzing Matilda Centre, where visitors and locals alike can discover the romance and legend behind our national song. While at the Centre, pull up a stump by the water’s edge, in the Billabong Theatrette where the ghost tells his side of the story of Waltzing Matilda. Visitors can learn the truth, myth and romance behind Australia’s favourite song in the interactive Home of the Legends room. Further on is the Qantilda Museum, dedicated to the aviation and pioneering history of Winton. It honours some of the country’s great pioneers and icons. While visiting we have the Outback Regional Gallery, with new exhibitions every six to eight weeks celebrating the Outback through art.

The legend of Waltzing Matilda began when A.B ‘Banjo’ Paterson penned the ballad at nearby Dagworth Station in 1895. The first performance of our national song was at the North Gregory Hotel in the same year.

Winton’s history can be further explored with a visit to the Royal Open Air Theatre Museum and discover the history of the theatre and its operation. Step back in transport history with Winton

Winton is also home to the world’s only recorded evidence of a dinosaur stampede — the Dinosaur Stampede at Lark Quarry Conservation Park.

More than 95 million years old, there are 3,300 stampeding footprints immortalized in stone and protected 110km south-west of Winton. This is an iconic National Monument not to be missed.

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Several decades later, Winton was the birthplace of QANTAS, with the Winton Club playing host to the first board meeting in 1921, and with one of the original landing fields located just outside of town.

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Diamantina Heritage Truck and Machinery Museum; dedicated to preserving and presenting Australia’s unique road transport industry heritage.

Experience some of Winton’s free attractions — play a tune on the Musical Fence and marvel at Arno’s Wall; where everything can be found — including the kitchen sink!

Drive your own natural adventures in Winton Shire at Bladensburg National Park, located only 7km from Winton. Further off the beaten tracks is Old Cork, Cawnpore Lookout and Diamantina National Park or try your luck fossicking for opals at Queensland’s Capital of Boulder Opal, Opalton or choose your own adventure. Get involved in the local atmosphere during one of Winton’s many events, including Easter in the Outback, Waltzing Matilda Day, Campdraft, Turf Club Races, Drag Racing, Opal Expo, Camel Races, Rodeo, and the Outback Festival to name just a few.

Winton is known for friendly hospitality and big smiles and boasts a selection of good affordable accommodation, caravan parks, a station stay, great food outlets, craft shop, gift and gem store and general stores for all your travelling needs.

Winton

TWO DAY EXPERIENCE DAY TWO

DAY ONE 5pm

9.00am – 2.4

Dinosaur Stampede at Lark Quarry Conservation Park - the world’s only recorded evidence of a dinosaur stampede, with 3,300 footprints.

Located 110km south-west of Winton.

8.45am – 12.00pm

Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum - see a real dinosaur laboratory in action and meet our prehistoric giants, including ‘Banjo’ – Australia’s most significant and complete carnivorous dinosaur. Located 24km south-east of Winton.

12.00pm – 2.45pm

2.45pm Corfield & Fitzmaurice Building - including Combo Crafts, Dinosaur Diorama, the Opalton display and the history of Winton’s first General Store.

Waltzing Matilda Centre – the only museum in the world dedicated to a song; incorporating the Billabong Theatrette, Home of the Legend Room, Outback Regional Gallery and Qantilda Museum.

2.45pm Arno’s Wall - reaching two metres high and extending for at least 70 metres, this wall is constructed from concrete rock and studded with rustic memorabilia – including the kitchen sink!

3.45pm Royal Open Air Theatre Museum & Opal Walk - a glimpse of an opal mine leading out to the Open Air Theatre; old movie equipment, slides, posters and the World’s Largest Deck Chair.

3.15pm Diamantina Heritage Truck and Machinery Museum - take a trip into transport history and view fullyrestored heritage trucks, tractors and machinery.

4.30pm Elderslie Street Walk - replica of the Pelican Waterhole, Qantas Cairn, Waltzing Matilda Centenary Sculpture, Nadjayamba Memorial Cairn and Searle’s Outback Store.

4.30pm Play a tune on the Musical Fence - a wire fence strung so it can be played as a musical instrument and accompanied by a junk-yard band.

7.45pm – 9.00pm

Royal Open Air Theatre Nostalgia Night - memories of yesteryear sitting in old canvas seats under the stars.

Winton Visitor Information Centre Waltzing Matilda Centre | 50 Elderslie Street, Winton QLD 1300 665 115 | vic@matildacentre.com.au | www.experiencewinton.com.au

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BARCOO SHIRE The friendly locals welcome you to this beautiful and unique part of outback Queensland.

Experience magical rock holes, scenic lookouts, spectacular red sand dunes and of course the lifeblood of the Barcoo Shire — the channel country.

Holiday makers can choose to enjoy the wide open spaces, or take in the hospitality and facilities of the small outback towns.

The Barcoo Shire Museum and historic sites provide a link to the past and tell stories of local legends and pioneers.

There are many special events in the Barcoo throughout the year, which should be on every outback traveller’s itinerary — the famous bronco branding, yabby races, rodeos, sheep racing, horse racing, fishing competitions and car rallies.

Barcoo Shire incorporates the towns of Jundah, Stonehenge and Windorah. It covers an expanse of 61,974 sq km and the population of the shire is approximately 460. The administration centre of Barcoo Shire is 220km south of Longreach in the township of Jundah.

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Jundah, Stonehenge & Windorah “Heart of the Channel Country” Don’t miss the opportunity to see and experience it all right here in the outback. The sealed road from Longreach right through to Windorah ensures easy access to each of our communities.

Hotel/motel/cabin accommodation or caravan parks make extending your visit a breeze.

Groceries, meals, fuel and EFTPOS are available in each centre.

Slow down, take the time to appreciate your surroundings and enjoy some recreation...

• Bushwalking • Kayaking • Diverse landscapes & environments • Camping & fishing • Brilliant star exhibitions • Historic sites • Museums Jundah Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4658 6930 F: (07) 4658 6221 E: jundahinfo@barcoo.qld.gov.au Stonehenge Community Centre P: (07) 4658 5857 F: (07) 4658 5859 E: stonehengeinfo@barcoo.qld.gov.au Windorah Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4656 3063 F: (07) 4656 3137 E: windorahinfo@barcoo.qld.gov.au

LONGREACH Twice weekly flights to Winton and Townsville, connecting you with Queensland and beyond.

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CONTACTS Longreach Visitor Information Centre Qantas Park, Eagle Street, Longreach Q 4730 P 07 4658 4150 E visitinf@longreach.qld.gov.au www.longreach.qld.gov.au

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CANBERRA

Longreach Regional Council P 07 4652 5400

Isisford Branch Longreach Regional Council P 07 4658 8900