Stonehenge

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THINGS TO SEE & DO

John Egan Pioneer Track

– Less than 6km from town, the track showcases amazing rock formations that have been sculpted by nature over millions of years. The track’s namesake, John Egan, was a local war hero who served in WWII in three areas of conflict - Egypt, Cyprus and Papua New Guinea.

Stonehenge Address Book –

The Stonehenge Address Book began years ago when the local mail man, Mr Johnny Weston, was stranded by his broken down truck. Whilst waiting to be rescued Mr Weston wrote ‘Jundah’ in stones. If you’re travelling past pull off to the side of the road, collect some stones and leave a message or your name for future travellers.

XXXX Hill – Opposite the Stonehenge Address Book is XXXX Hill with panoramic views of the Thomson River floodplains and the surrounding Johnstone Ranges. During wet weather, don’t forget to ask our Information Centre about the magnificent rock holes.

Fun Fact

When it rains in Stonehenge we have some beautiful flowing rock holes. Only the locals know how to get there so if you happen to be lucky enough to visit in the rain, call in and ask our Information Centre how to get there!

Timeline

1884 – John Lonergan, who pioneered Jundah from 1879, came to Stonehenge some years later and bought Byrnes’ Hotel and Haylock’s Store. In 1884, he built the Stonehenge Hotel.

1888 – The Barcoo Divisional Board, set up under Queensland’s 1879 Divisional Boards Act, met for the first time on 21 August 1888 at John Lonergan’s Store in Stonehenge.

1900 – Stonehenge (Provisional) School was officially opened on the 3rd September 1900 with an enrolment of twenty four students.

1959 – Stonehenge Memorial Hall was officially opened on 6 June

1991 – Queensland held its first Bronco Branding Competition at Stonehenge, run by Jimmy Nunn. 2010 – Community Centre and Library opened

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Windorah

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THINGS TO SEE & DO

Cooper’s Creek – Windorah is the Aboriginal word meaning “Big Fish”. Catch Yellowbelly, Catfish, Bream and Yabbies in the iconic Cooper’s Creek. Camp, swim and relax by the creek on our sandy ‘beach’.

Windorah Nature Drive –Appreciate the landscape and local flora in its natural state along the 12km drive. Start at either Cooper’s Creek or just out of Windorah. The self-drive offers local knowledge and prime birdwatching opportunities.

Walking Together Park – Take a short walk to the edge of town and experience eclectic artwork – mosaics, murals and sculptures along the rugged art trail.

Fun Fact

Cooper’s Creek is the only place in the world where two rivers merge to form a creek.

Timeline

1845 – Cooper’s Creek named by Charles Sturt

1880 – Windorah was surveyed and gazetted as a town

1888 – Windorah State School first opened 1943 – Flying Doctor Services started clinics in the Town Hall

1949 – Cooper’s Creek bridge constructed

1974 – Record flood in Cooper’s Creek 8.48m

1995 – Large scale community protest stopped cotton growing and irrigation on Cooper’s Creek

2009 – Solar Farm commissioned 2016 – Mobile phone coverage and fibre optic to Windorah

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