Experience Charleville 2019

EXPERIENCE CHARLEVILLE MORVEN I AUGATHELLA I COOLADDI

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CONTENTS CHARLEVILLE.................................04

FRONT COVER IMAGE BY SCOTT HIGGINS

Charleville Places to Eat..............................................18

Hi my name is Scott Higgins and I love taking landscape photos as a hobby. My wife and I were tracing the family history in the Murweh Shire, mainly Cooladdi and Charleville. My wife’s Nan, Colleen Turnbull (nee Thompson), grew up in Charleville and she met her husband Wally Turnbull (lived in Cooladdi) and the stories told through the generations of their life in the outback inspired us to visit the region & to capture photos of some places that Nan may remember. Capturing some iconic sights of the district at night time always gives you a different perspective to what you see in the day. I highly recommend visiting this region and learning the history and seeing the sights of the Murweh Shire.

Charleville Shopping.....................................................21

Happy Travels,

Charleville Animal Care & Services..........................22

Scott.

Charleville, Morven, Augathella & Cooladdi........ 04 Charleville Cosmos Centre.........................................06 Charleville Things to See & Do..................................08 Charleville Places to Stay............................................12 Map of Charleville..........................................................16

MORVEN..........................................24 Map.....................................................................................24 Morven Things to See & Do / Places to Eat & Stay........................................................24

AUGATHELLA..................................26 Map.....................................................................................26 Augathella Things to See & Do / Places to Eat & Stay........................................................26 Free Activities..................................................................28 Directory Listing.............................................................30

‘Experience Charleville’

Download our app from the App Store (‘Charleville Outback Queensland’)

CHARLEVILLE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Conveniently located in the Charleville Railway Station.

We’re here to help and with so many things to see and do in and around Charleville, Morven, Augathella & Cooladdi, plan your stay for a little longer, as one day is never enough to experience all the Murweh Shire towns have to offer.

Charleville Visitor Information Centre Charleville Railway Station, King Street

P: 07 4654 3057

E: info@murweh.qld.gov.au

www.experiencecharleville.com.au Coming from the South: Follow the Mitchell Highway into town taking the first right after the Railway Crossing.

Coming from the West & North: Follow the Mitchell Highway through town, turning left at the IGA intersection prior to the Railway Crossing.

Coming from the East: Follow the Warrego Highway through town until you reach the Charleville Railway Station on the left, opposite the United Fuel Station.

OPEN: APRIL – OCTOBER

Mon to Fri 9am – 5pm Sat, Sun & Public Holidays 10am – 2pm

Services include: »» Helpful friendly staff »» Parking »» FREE Wi-Fi Information on all things to see and do... »» Tour bookings »» Local accommodation information »» Local places to eat information »» Local shopping information »» Local and surrounding event information »» Regional information »» Road conditions

NOVEMBER – MARCH Mon to Fri 9am – 5pm Sat 9am – 12 noon Sun – Closed

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CHARLEVILLE One of the largest towns in South West Queensland, Charleville is a must stay and see. With many different experiences within the shire – from bilbies to amazing night sky viewings – why not stay a few days or more and see it all.

Home to Australia’s iconic bilby, experience them Up Close and Personal and have the opportunity to touch their uniquely soft fur and capture a memento to take home. Charleville, the Bilby capital of Australia, breeds bilbies for reintroduction into Currawinya National Park.

Have you seen the outback wonders of the night sky? Visit the Charleville Cosmos Centre and Observatory and wow at the amazing secrets of the night sky. Not only housing the Observatory by night for stars, you can also experience daytime star viewing at our Sun Viewing session. You will love the newly upgraded interactives in Astronomy

by Day. This is where you can visit our own Cosmos Shuttle, meteorite displays and the Stargazing in the Outback Theatre. The Cosmos Centre opens from 12:00pm and also has its own Cosmos Café, so stop in for a coffee while exploring our centre.

Ask to book the Top Secret WWII Tour and discover what the 3500 USAAF personnel were up to in the area, see the remnants and learn about how WWII affected the town. It is an amazing story and one you really won’t want to miss.

Do you love nature? Charleville hosts its own Outback Native Timber Walk which showcases local native trees at the back of

the Graham Andrews Parklands. This is also where you will find the famous Vortex Rainmaking Guns. Was Clement Wragge just crazy or was it Charleville’s fault that the experiment never worked? Have you ever played Disc Golf? The park also hosts a 9 tee course. Discs are available from a number of locations around town, starting with the Visitor Information Centre.

Expand on the history of Charleville and visit Historic House Museum where you can view displays of a by-gone era. Learn about the Cobb & Co Changeover Station Trail and the impact it had in the town or listen to the Pioneers Audio History Panel.

Explore the history of the Royal Flying Doctor at the Charleville Base Royal Flying Doctors Visitor Centre and see how the RFDS services have changed dramatically over the years. The Charleville base services an area almost the size of the United Kingdom, bringing essential services to the remote outback.

See the Angellala Bridge Explosion Site, the most powerful explosion in Australian transport history. Felt over 30km away, it destroyed the main road and adjacent rail bridge.

Visit the home of the Ooline trees and their black orchids located within the Tregole National Park, only 10km south of Morven. Stay for a picnic or BBQ and take in the wonders of these vulnerable rare trees that straddle the boundary between the Brigalow Belt and the Mulga Lands. The park features a 2.1km circuit track with information boards on plants and wildlife found in the area.

Stay in town and experience the handcrafted Miniature Building Display that took over fifteen years to complete.

Situated at the Morven Museum, the display depicts buildings from the 1900s – these mini buildings and their attention to detail are a must see. Also on display is a Kerosene Tin Hut from the 1930s Great Depression. Built by flattened kerosene tins, these huts were common among pensioners during this time as the only accommodation available.

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the Self-guided Heritage Trail taking you to places such as the Rabbit Board Gate used for rabbit proofing in 1886. In an attempt to stop the rabbits migrating and destroying the land, this fence stretched 47,403km. Gates were constructed over roadways where travellers would have to open the gate and then close upon going through or face a hefty fine up to £50! Another must see in Morven is the Bloodwood ‘Branding Board’. With over 30 marks, this board showcases some brands that have been used for over 100 years in the Morven district.

Take a break at Sadlier’s Waterhole where you can enjoy the serenity of the picturesque red river gums lined along the waterhole which once was a stop over for Cobb & Co Coaches and bullock teams.

Up for more adventure! Visit the Red Sands 2km north of Morven that showcases the vibrant desert sands. The kids can have fun rolling down the hills or you can explore the 4x4 tracks around the area.

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CHARLEVILLE, MORVEN, AUGATHELLA & COOLADDI

AUGATHELLA Experience Augathella – ‘Meat Ant Country’ – and the rich history and culture the town provides. Take a stroll through Meat Ant Park located right next door to the town library and Visitor Information Centre. See the giant Meat Ant Sculpture that is over a million times the size of an actual ant, and while you’re there you can view the story boards located around the park.

Some history on the notorious bushranger brothers Patrick and James Kenniff can be found at the Kenniff tree. The brothers were a part of one of Queensland’s largest manhunts and Patrick Kenniff is believed to be the last bushranger hung in Queensland for his crimes.

View all the amazing Murals along the main street, created by locals to showcase their love for the region and

the history and culture of the town. The murals paint scenes of the rural lifestyle past and present around Augathella, from the great sheep stations through to the 1950s and the story of ‘Smiley’.

To show off Augathella’s creativity, the town also displays various Wrought Iron Sculptures, locally made and humorous in nature.

A must see is the Boadicea Gallery and Cinema, where an exhibition of over 150 heritage photos are displayed plus you can also view the 1956 movie ‘Smiley’ based on a local identity.

For some more recent history take a look at the Q150 Shed, Queensland’s most unique entertainment venue. It travelled the state in 2009 providing communities a free night of entertainment. It’s well worth a look to view the architecture behind this travelling structure – travelling to over 12 towns before coming to its final resting place in Augathella.

COOLADDI Stopping at the Cooladdi Foxtrap is an experience on its own. It is an all-in-one store, motel, pub and post office. This town may be one of Queensland’s smallest towns but it still has a lot to offer.

and enjoy the serenity of what nature has on offer, or throw in a line and try your luck at catching a fish or maybe even a yabby.

These small outback towns really do have so much personality so put Cooladdi on your list of things to see and do in the Murweh Shire.

Once a thriving railway town, the railway station was originally called Yarronvale but was later renamed to Cooladdi (Aboriginal name meaning ‘Black Duck’) in 1913 to stop the confusion between a nearby patrol station with the same name.

Explore the remnants of what once was. The town had a population of 270 and housed a police station, butcher, school, post office and boarding house. The Cooladdi railway siding that remains today is one of the most photographed buildings around the Cooladdi region.

Take a stroll along Quilberry Creek (Aboriginal name meaning ‘Plenty of Water’)

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CHARLEVILLE

COSMOS

CENTRE

From the very first person walking the Earth, we humans have always looked up to the stars in amazement and awe.

Through the years, technology has grown and in doing so has helped shape our understanding of the stars today. Long ago, when we feared and respected the stars for being entities of supernatural power to now, understanding what they are and how important they are for the creation of all matter.

Understanding our ever changing perspective of the Universe can be tricky, but when you visit the Charleville Cosmos Centre you will be able to send your mind on a journey that will help your understanding of the Universe and more importantly, just where we fit into this grand stage.

Each and every one of us connects to the stars, heavens and Universe in our own way.

The Charleville Cosmos Centre offers a range of different experiences to help you find this connection as you look up and wonder what is out there. Whether it is hearing about the latest scientific findings and technologies, or finding a moment to connect spiritually to the stars, you will find the passionate staff eager to help you undergo this journey.

Day or night, the Cosmos Centre offers different tours, so there is always a special voyage to embark on while experiencing Charleville in Outback Queensland.

SMALL & PERSONAL FAMILY TOUR A tour that lands a wow after wow... after wow… after wow For the family that is looking for a little more telescope time, and/or a bit more childrenfriendly facts and figures about the Universe, then the S&P Family tour has been built for you. Taking limited numbers, this tour allows your family more time to bond together as you sit back and take in the vastness of the dark sky over Charleville. Enjoy the depths of space as your vision travels light years away to distant celestial objects. » On a moonlit sky, enjoy the craters of the Moon as you pick out where humans first stepped back in 1969. Don’t forget your mobile phone to try and capture a photo of the craters through the big 14” telescope.

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NIGHT TIME OBSERVATORY SESSION What the eye cannot see, a telescope can!

This evening presentation is something special and serves as a perfect introduction to the spectacular Outback Night Sky over Charleville. Learning about everything from constellations to amazing scientifi c facts, there is something for every one of all ages. » On a moonless night you will see the thick white Milky Way in all its glory as it stretches effortlessly across a sky with more stars than your eyes can count. » Our special observatory is truly unique with the roof rolling clear, allowing the majesty of the night sky to be enjoyed. » A 14” telescope is used to strip away the distance to far away objects, allowing you to view nebulae, open clusters, globular clusters, planets and so much more.

STORIES OF ASTROLOGY The ancestral connection to the sky In today’s technological society it is easy to forget about a time where we humans shared a very special bond to the heavens above. A time where the connection and understanding of the sky allowed ancient cultures to survive, thrive and grow. Stories

were passed down in a way of lessons on what is right and what is wrong; stories also gave warning of the changing of season, animal migration and so much more.

This night experience brings back this knowledge from the days of old and helps us all reconnect to the sky once again in a very unique and special way. » Listen to ancient stories around a fire pit » Learn about how ancient cultures used the stars for all sorts of interesting reasons » Ancient cultures covered may include Greek, Egyptian, Native American, Japanese, African, Greenland, Aboriginal Australian and so many more.

PLANETARIUM A theatre to the Universe While experiencing Charleville, why not experience the stars, planets and Universe, all while sitting inside on the most comfortable chairs? The planetarium presents different entertaining and educational theatre presentations for all ages to enjoy. » Different shows are run throughout the day to captivate every level of astronomy interests. » A unique style of planetarium » Discover stories of not only secrets of the Universe but secrets of WWII.

CHARLEVILLE: COSMOS CENTRE

ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY SESSION A memory caught in time A lot of people today own DSLR cameras, they are an amazing piece of equipment to have, especially while on holidays and experiencing Charleville. This photography-focused session has been developed to empower those who own DSLR cameras to take a step into the captivating world of astrophotography. Your astrophotography guide will help you learn more about your own camera and teach you insider techniques on how to take amazing photos of the sky but also the deep sky as well. » Learn about the manual settings of your DSLR, what they do and what settings to use for the night sky.

SMALL & PERSONAL ASTRO TOUR (NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN) Inspiring the wow!

Do you have a passion to see and learn about the hidden gems hiding in the sky? If you said yes, then this tour is the perfect match for you.

With very limited numbers, this intimate and personal experience gives you more one-onone time with the astronomer allowing you to gain a more fulfilled and deeper understanding of the workings of the Universe. » More in-depth information shared about the Universe compared to any other tour. » A 14” 3D telescope is used to give depth of field to space and objects shown through the telescopes. » More variety of objects shown compared to any other tour.

» Acquire knowledge about how to take single photos, star trails and time-lapse photography. » Bring/borrow a tripod for the entirety of the experience. » Get an invitation to join the photo guide the following day where they will teach you the basic photo processing techniques needed to make your photo shine even more.

TIP: Make sure that if you have a selection of lenses, that you bring the lowest mm lens you have. The smaller the mm, the larger the area of the sky you can capture.

COSMOS CAFÉ Food, Caffeine and Astronomy – is there any happier place you could be?

Understanding the constellations and space in general is a lot to take in, so it can leave a person a little weary. If you discover that you need a little bit of a recharge, or you feel a bit hungry, why don’t you get a nice coffee and yummy feed at the Cosmos Café located in the heart of the Charleville Cosmos Centre.

Superb tasting coffee supported by the most delicious food will revitalise your body and mind so you can get back to learning about the Universe in no time. Open from lunch time and running all the way to the start of the first night astronomy tour, means you will not miss out on a meal. The environment of the café is reflective of the rest of the Cosmos Centre and it adopts an entertaining yet educational welcoming setting for people of all ages to enjoy.

ASTRONOMY BY DAY Don’t stars come out at night?

During the day come and immerse yourself in our ‘Outback Stargazing’ theatre and challenge your knowledge of what you may or may not think you know about space, astronauts and more. Enjoy the interactive Cosmos Shuttle and listen to the stories of what we think we know about space junk and shooting stars.

Maybe you will even get an opportunity to hold a meteorite in your hand.

SUN VIEWING The safest and coolest way to look at the Sun Looking at the Sun is always a challenge, it’s simply too bright and harmful for our eyes. Fear not, the Hydrogen Alpha Sun telescope is never far away at the Charleville Cosmos Centre. While you look at the most important star in history, let your guide take you through its lifecycle, just how big it is and so much more. Bring your phone and see if you can capture Solar Flares or Sun spots.

Download our app from the App Store (‘Charleville Outback Queensland’) or visit: www.experiencecharleville.com.au

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THINGS TO SEE & DO

EVENING STAR GAZING

Wander down the ‘star path’ to Evening Stars’ historic Woolshed and enjoy the true Outback night sky. Have its wonders explained by your local guide who has over 20 years’ experience in Outback astronomical tourism.

Numbers are limited – small, intimate groups ensure personal attention, thought-provoking discussion and plenty of viewing time with double stars, star clusters, nebulae, planets and the moon all part of our nightly experience (dependent on the cycle of the sky). » Large Celestron CPC 1100HD Telescope (as used by Prof. Stephen Hawking) » Pet friendly

DAYTIME STAR GAZING

See the sun as you never thought possible ... Come along and enjoy the hidden mysteries of our closest star and view the Sun with ultimate safety through a specially designed, Hydrogen Alpha filtered solar telescope. Our Sun is a churning mass of hot gases with far more features than you think. Look for sunspots more massive than the Earth and see surface detail and prominences that extend hundreds of thousands of kilometres out from the Sun. » Small, intimate groups ensure personal attention and plenty of viewing time » Newest state-of-the-art Coronardo SolarMax 3 Hydrogen Alpha Telescope » Pet friendly

Onsite at the Evening Star Tourist Park, 818 Adavale Rd, Charleville P (07) 4654 2430 E eveningstarvanpark@gmail.com www.eveningstar.com.au

CHARLEVILLE FISHING & RESTOCKING CLUB INC.

OUTBACK AIR TOURS & SOUTH WEST AIR

Smith Family Cod Classic » 18.04.19 – 21.04.19 Junior Fishing Competition » 16.06.19 Charleville Camp-Oven Classic » 17.08.19 Carp Busters » 20.09.19 – 22.09.19

There is nothing like seeing the Channel Country and the landscape of Outback Queensland from above. On our Scenic Flights you will see the vast outback plains, river systems and the amazing colours of this vast country. Or maybe you just wish to enjoy a bird’s eye view of Charleville. » Priced from $80pp (Min. 2 req) » All year round by appointment – weekdays only

PO Box 89, Charleville P 0429 235 447 E charlevillefishing@yahoo.com.au www.charlevillefishing.wixsite.com/home

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Onsite at the Evening Star Tourist Park, 818 Adavale Rd, Charleville P (07) 4654 2430 E eveningstarvanpark@gmail.com www.eveningstar.com.au

Flight Deck Café – Airport, Qantas Drive, Charleville P (07) 4654 3033 E admin@swas.net.au www.swas.net.au

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THURLBY STATION TOURS THROUGH EVENING STAR TOURIST PARK

APRIL TO OCTOBER ONLY – Immerse yourself into the heart of Mulga lands and experience the landscape like you have never seen before. Learn about the people, grazing practices, water point management, the ecological assets and cultural heritage of early pioneers and how modern rangeland grazing systems maintain the environmental attributes of the area. » Price $30 pp (includes morning tea) » Open: Wednesday and Saturday » Start: 9 AM (duration 3 hrs) » Tour is subject to weather conditions and group bookings by appointment 818 Adavale Road (Evening Star Tourist Park – 8 km from Charleville) P (07) 4654 2430 E eveningstarvanpark@gmail.com www.eveningstar.com.au

HISTORIC HOUSE MUSEUM There are very few buildings in Charleville that can boast a history as long and colourful as the Charleville Historic House Museum.

Dating back to 1887, the building was purpose-built as the town’s first Queensland National Bank before it went on to become a private residence, then a boarding house.

In 1973 the Charleville & District Historical Society purchased it to establish the museum it is today.

Filled to the brim with treasures of yesteryear, some dating back to the early 1800s, you’ll be surprised at what you will discover – it’s well worth your time.

Many of the original features of the bank still remain, including marble fireplaces and the vault. The displays are enhanced with an array of past times machinery in the grounds, including a life-size replica of a Cobb & Co coach and an original Rail ambulance and steam engine.

Mon‒Sat 9:00am to 3:00pm Sun 10:00am to 2:00pm PRICES: ADULTS $7.00 CHILDREN (primary school age) $0.50

Wheelchair accessible

Prices and times may change without notice

87 Alfred St, Charleville

P 07 4654 3349

E: historichousemuseum@bigpond.com

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Blue Dog Photography

A do e t- nc us ie m er p ex Book today!

Book into one of our tours **NOTE: Bilby viewing only available during tours

9am Premium Tour Up Close & Personal A completely unique and personal bilby encounter!

3pm Bilby Experience

• Meet a bilby face to face and pat them whilst in the keepers arms • Exceptional photo opportunity and memorable experience • Nocturnal house tour and show • Ideal for all ages and especially families • Nocturnal house tour and show

Open mid April to October, Monday - Saturday Closed Sunday and Public Holidays

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Online Bookings Available

HISTORIC RAILWAY STATION King Street, Charleville Queensland p: 07 4654 3681 - Charleville Bilby Experience p: 07 4654 3057 - Bookings (Visitor Info Centre) e: Charleville@savethebilbyfund.org

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CHARLEVILLE: THINGS TO SEE & DO

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Top Secret WWII Tour Step inside the world of the ‘Top Secret Precinct – Charleville’ and discover what 1942 marked the arrival of...

The USAAF arrived in Charleville during WWII. They set up camp here for four years and would spend around $1.4m (1940’s currency) constructing 101 buildings on the site.

It was a Top Secret base throughout WWII and even if the enemy knew they were here, they couldn’t get to Charleville and return to their base as Charleville was too far inland.

This USAAF base would cover an area of approximately 25 square kilometres south of Charleville and station up to 3500 (Charleville’s population today) personnel on site.

So just how do you keep something that large a secret? Book the Top Secret WWII Tour today to discover what the top secret actually was and listen to the story behind it all ... it’s fascinating – you won’t be disappointed.

Follow your local guide in your own vehicle around what once was a USAAF Top Secret Base inside today’s Top Secret Precinct.

The journey is 4 kilometres on some dirt and tar roads just around the Airport area.

‘Brisbane Line’ coming soon!

To book go to www.experiencecharleville.com.au or call 07 4654 7771

APRIL – SEPTEMBER DAILY TOURS FROM 10:30AM OCTOBER – MARCH MON, WED & FRI from 8:00AM

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Download the Charleville App for further tour details and updates! www.charleville.eventapp.com.au

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CHARLEVILLE: PLACES TO STAY

THE ROCKS MOTEL AND ON THE ROCKS RESTAURANT On the Rocks Restaurant

WHERE CITY STYLE MEETS COUNTRY HOSPITALITY For travellers who appreciate that little bit extra, our motel and restaurant have rightly earned their reputation as THE place to stay and dine when visiting Charleville.

Modern Australian Cuisine

Relax by the Pool

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Studio Garden View Room

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No 1 TripAdvisor Motel and Restaurant in Charleville 20 modern and stylish rooms, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a swimming pool Located in the centre of town On the Rocks Restaurant featuring Modern Australian Cuisine Studio rooms offer coffee machines and mini bar Studio Garden View rooms have the additional convenience of microwave ovens and toasters Self Catering Family rooms with a separate bedroom Free Airport transfers 74 Wills Street, Charleville Free Wi-Fi P: 07 4654 2888 Reasonable Room Rates.. you’ll be surprised E: bookings@rocksmotel.com.au

BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

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CHARLEVILLE

PLACES TO STAY MULGA COUNTRY MOTOR INN

CHARLEVILLE WALTZING MATILDA MOTOR INN

Often compared to an ‘oasis in the outback’, motel owners Magg and Jo are keen to welcome visitors to their motel.

Set in 2.5 acres of landscaped gardens, on offer is more than just a motel.

Whether this is your first visit, or you have been a guest many times, we want your experience and memories of us to stand out from the crowd.

Please visit our webpage and learn more about Mulga Country Motor Inn. Lot 118 Sturt Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 3255 E mulgacountry@bigpond.com www.mulgacountry.com.au

Clean, comfortable & quiet Central location Free Wi-Fi & free laundry Quiet split system air-con in all rooms Self-contained room available Off-street parking including trailers/ high vehicles » Restaurant home-cooked fresh tasty dinner/breakfast » BBQs & salt water pool » » » » » »

125 Alfred Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1720 E charleville.waltzingmatilda@bigpond.com www.charlevillewaltzingmatildamotorinn.com.au

CHARLEVILLE BUSH CARAVAN PARK & COTTAGE

Set on 40 acres, offering visitors a relaxed and friendly bush setting with full caravan park facilities, just 2km from town.

Sit and chat with fellow travellers around the campfire and enjoy ‘happy hour’ with damper, camp oven nights and Sunday night pizza (May to October). » 32 Drive-Thru Powered Sites ($33pn) » Non-Smokers and No Pets » Mobile, Internet & TV » Dump Point » Fully Self-Contained Cottage

COBB & CO CARAVAN PARK

Offering a choice of caravan or cabin accommodation where you’ll enjoy the peace and quiet in a bushland setting with your choice of powered or un-powered sites and still close enough to the town centre. » Happy hour campfire PARK FACILITIES (April-Sep only) » Coffee shop + Eftpos

» Birdwatchers love it here!

» Coin operated laundries

» Disabled access amenities

» Check Out Charleville Town Tour ($10pp)

» Free Wi-Fi at reception

» Pets welcome

» Drive thru sites + shady sites

CABIN ACCOMMODATION

» BBQ/camp kitchen

» Air conditioned + linen supplied

» Dump points

» Cooking facilities

» 4WD Motel Accommodated Tag Along Tour to Birdsville, Innamincka & Corner Country – www.travelwest.com.au

Lot 1 Frawley Street, Charleville M 0428 545 200 E info@travelwest.com.au www.charlevillecaravanpark.com.au

» Plenty of room for large vehicles » En-suite + television 1 Ridgeway Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1053 E john@caravanparkscharleville.com.au www.caravanparkscharleville.com.au

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Bailey Bar Caravan Park Are you tired of red dirt and dust getting under your skin (and in your van!)? Looking for a taste of the Outback but with the comforts of home, then you need to check out the BAILEY BAR CARAVAN PARK! Situated in town, well kept lawns and gardens and close to all attractions, Bailey Bar is for those who like their comfort, WITHOUT THE PRICE TAG. Now with some larger sites, the best amenities in the West, Winter Entertainment and Meals AND CUSTOMER SERVICE next to none.

Come and find out for yourself why Bailey Bar Caravan Park won an Excellence in Customer Service Award (2018).

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196 King Street Charleville

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OUR PARK OFFERS:

SELF CONTAINED ACCOMMODATION:

 Camp oven and wood fired Spit Roast Dinners

 15 Cabins and Units with all Linen

 Hobby Horse Racing and BBQ

 2 Bedroom Family Units

 FREE WIFI HOTSPOT

 Large Flat Screen TVs

 Two Amenities Blocks

 Disabled Facilities in our Units and Amenities

 Dump Point

 Pet Friendly Cabins

 BBQ and Camp Kitchen

AND THERE’S MORE:

 Laundry Facilities

 FREE gift for your pet

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 Save over $50 with our stay n save discount vouchers  Assistance to park your van

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EVENING STAR TOURIST PARK ADJOINING THURLBY STATION

Evening Star Tourist Park is located 8 km west of Charleville, along the Adavale Road, in the heart of the Mulga lands. We invite you to relax and warm yourself beside the biggest campfire in south west QLD and be dazzled by mother nature’s ultimate evening accessory…her brilliant night sky. » Big drive through sites, with room to move » Clean spacious amenities with disabled and laundry facilities » Licensed bar + daily happy hour with damper » Big camp kitchen fully equipped for guests » Full mobile phone coverage with free WI-FI available » Historic woolshed and farm machinery memorabilia 818 Adavale Road (8 km west of Charleville) P (07) 4654 2430 E eveningstarvanpark@gmail.com www.eveningstar.com.au

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STAY, EAT & TOUR

THE MAJESTIC HOTEL CORONES

Greek immigrant Harry Corones arrived in Australia penniless.

His hard work built an empire that put Charleville on the map.

Take a tour: April to September, bookings essential

Deluxe Motel

Hotel Corones has the LONGEST BAR in the Southern Hemisphere (when built) a must see experience. Enjoy excellent meals featuring local produce at the on-site dining room and restock your supplies in Charleville’s largest bottle shop. Open 7 days.

Stay at Hotel Corones and experience 1920’s ambience combined with today’s comforts.

The Hotel/Motel has 50 rooms with a variety of choices, all air conditioned.

Book direct and receive a complimentary refreshment on arrival.

33 wills street, charleville w: hotelcorones.com.au • t: 07 4654 1022 •

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THINGS TO SEE & DO K10 Bilby Experience O8 Camp Oven Dinner/ Hobby Horse Racing I9 Stories & Scones Tour (Corones) K14 Graham Andrews Parklands I8 Charleville Pioneer’s Audio History Panels I8 Historic House Museum I8 Cobb & Co Trail Map Collection Point N16 Top Secret WWII Tour N16 Cosmos Centre & Observatory N16 Audio Heritage Trail N16 Planetarium (Opening 2019) P16 Royal Flying Doctor Visitor Centre Q6 School of Distance Education Q13 Charleville Aviation & History Centre (Coming Soon) K13 Vortex Rainmaking Guns P14 Scenic Flights K14 Outback Native Timber Walk OP14 Weather Station Balloon Release A1 Thurlby Station Property Tour G12 Swimming Pool & Skate Park A5 Check Out Charleville(Charleville Bush Caravan Park) I8 Mulga Land Gallery M10 Rock Wallabies M16 Angellala Bridge Explosion Site 08 J7 K13 A5 D3 M9 N6 I9 J12 A1 M15 M16 J10 J7 J10

ACCOMMODATION Bailey Bar Caravan Park Cattle Camp Hotel/Motel Charlevilla Holiday House Charleville Bush Cottage and Caravan Park Charleville Bush Camp Charleville Motel Cobb & Co Caravan Park Corones Hotel/Motel Cosmos Country Motor Inn Evening Star Tourist Park Mulga Country Motor Inn Red Lizard Caravan Park The Rocks Motel Waltzing Matilda Motor Inn Warrego Motel & Luxury Units

King St King St Wills St Sturt St Alfred St Alfred St Alfred St Milky Way Milky Way Milky Way Milky Way John Flynn Way Parry St Charleville Airport Sturt St Airport Sturt St Airport Adavale Rd Warrego St Adavale Rd Alfred St Park St Matilda Hwy Sth King St Alfred St Hood St Frawley St Adavale Road King St Ridgeway St Wills St Sturt St Adavale Road Sturt St Matilda Highway Sth Cnr Wills & King St Alfred St Wills St

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PLACES TO EAT Puma Fuel Bailey Bar Caravan Park Camp Oven Dinners

Matilda Hwy King St

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Black Sheep Country Cafe Blue Gum Café Bowl N Bistro (Bowls Club) Puma Fuel & Roadhouse Cattle Camp Hotel/Motel Charleville RSL Bistro Cosmos Centre Café Goodies Grill & Grind Flight Deck Café Lucky Elephant Restaurant Historic Hotel Corones Menzies Steakhouse (Charleville Motel) On the Rocks Restaurant The Asian Restaurant Outback Restaurant (Mulga Motor Inn) Parkside Store Pie Face (United Fuels Service Station) Charlottes Nest Street Food Brothers

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FOOD SUPPLIES IGA Central Supermarket Dunne’s Meats Parkside Store Schoutens Corner Store SUPA IGA Supermarket (Butcher also) Western Butchery

Alfred St Wills St Watson St Alfred St Sturt St Wills St

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SERVICE STATIONS Puma Fuel Puma Fuel & Roadhouse United Fuels Service Station

Matilda Hwy Wills St Wills St

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BANKS & ATMs Charleville RSL (ATM) Commonwealth Bank (ATM) IGA Central Supermarket (ATM) National Australia Bank (ATM) Suncorp/Metway SUPA IGA Supermarket (ATM) Westpac Bank (ATM)

Watson St Alfred St Alfred St Wills St Wills St Sturt St Alfred St

INTERNET SERVICES I8 Charleville Library N16 Cosmos Centre

Alfred St Milky Way

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Charleville

RSL

Members, Guests And Bona Fide Visitors

Meet

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Eat

In our Bistro Style Restaurant for lunch or dinner

Play

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P: 07 4654 1449 Cnr Watson & River Streets, Charleville E: admin@charlevillersl.com.au | www.charlevillersl.com.au

CHARLEVILLE

PLACES

TO EAT CAMP OVEN, SPIT ROAST DINNERS AND BBQ

BLUE GUM CAFÉ The friendly team at the Blue Gum Café complements their scrumptious food with good old fashioned country hospitality.

Breakfast and lunch menus available.

Don’t leave your sweet tooth at home… there is a great selection of sweet treats also.

At Bailey Bar everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy a two course dinner.

Camp Oven and Spit Roast Dinner followed by damper and toasted marshmallows – just perfect for those cold winter nights. » Price: Camp Oven $18PP (Fri & Sun) Spit Roast $23PP (Tues) Open 6.00pm (April – Sept) » BBQ (1 Course) $15pp Hobby Horse Racing Afterwards (Wed) Open 6.00pm (All Year) 196 King Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1744 E baileybar@bigpond.com www.charlevillebaileybar.com.au

CHARLEVILLE BOWLS CLUB

OPEN: » Monday to Friday 7am to 4pm » Saturday 7:30am to 12pm 76 Alfred Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1104

GOODIES GRILL & GRIND » » » » » » » » »

Open until 8pm Tuesday – Sunday Coffee and cold drinks Milkshakes and ice-creams Homemade cakes and slices Fish and chips Pizza Sandwiches and wraps Hot box Fried chicken

165 Parry Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 7227 www.facebook.com/GoodiesGrillAndGrind

Known for its friendly, relaxed atmosphere visitors and locals enjoy. » Cold Drinks – Fenced playground area – Pokies – Pool table – Undercover area – Friday night raffles and promotions » Highlights: Thurs 6:30pm Barefoot Bowls & Sausage Sizzle (summer months); Sat afternoons 4pm (winter months) – $10 p/player » Bowl and Bistro offers Bistro style dining Friday and Saturday nights from 6pm (nothing over $25) » Bowls on Sunday mornings 9am (summer months) & 9:30am (winter months) » Club house open Thurs 4pm-9pm; Fri/Sat 4pm-12am; Sun 9am-2pm » Membership prices: Full $90; Junior $30; Social $5 for 5 years Epacris Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1520 E c_ville.bowls.club@bigpond.com

THE LUCKY ELEPHANT The Lucky Elephant is bringing authentic, fresh and flavoursome Asian food to Charleville. » Asian fusion and Thai » Serving lunch, dinner and drinks » Walk-ins welcome » Great for groups, parties and children » Takeaway » Catering » Table service 85 Alfred Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1942 E luckyelephantcharleville@gmail.com

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Heinemann’s Country Bakery Offering breakfast, lunch and great coffee Great pies | Good Country Service

AWA R D WINNING BAKERY

84 Alfred Street Charleville P: 07 4654 3991

Mon – Fri 5am to 4pm Sat – Sun 6am to 1pm

THE ROCKS MOTEL AND ON THE ROCKS RESTAURANT On the Rocks Restaurant

WHERE CITY STYLE MEETS COUNTRY HOSPITALITY For travellers who appreciate that little bit extra, our motel and restaurant have rightly earned their reputation as THE place to stay and dine when visiting Charleville.

Modern Australian Cuisine

Relax by the Pool

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Studio Garden View Room

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No 1 TripAdvisor Motel and Restaurant in Charleville 20 modern and stylish rooms, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a swimming pool Located in the centre of town On the Rocks Restaurant featuring Modern Australian Cuisine Studio rooms offer coffee machines and mini bar Studio Garden View rooms have the additional convenience of microwave ovens and toasters Self Catering Family rooms with a separate bedroom Free Airport transfers 74 Wills Street, Charleville Free Wi-Fi P: 07 4654 2888 Reasonable Room Rates.. you’ll be surprised E: bookings@rocksmotel.com.au

BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

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CHARLEVILLE

SHOPPING HOME SERVICE CENTRE

CHARLEVILLE NEWSAGENCY

South West Queensland’s biggest shopping experience. » Computer systems » Mobile phones & accessories » Furniture » Video & audio accessories » White goods » Televisions » Gift lines & manchester

Our friendly staff are waiting to help you: » Stationery » Newspapers » Greeting cards » Great gift lines » Huge selection » Toys of magazines & » Lotto tickets & books Scratchies » Photocopying & » Westpac ATM Laminating OPEN: Mon-Fri 8am to 5.30pm; Sat 8am to 1.30pm; Sun 8am-12noon

Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat 9am to 12pm Cnr Galatea & Wills Streets, Charleville P (07) 4654 1366 E home.service.cent@my.betta.com.au www.betta.com.au

67 Alfred Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1124 E admin@cvlnews.com www.charlevillenewsagency.com.au

DUNNE’S MEATS (ZORO’S)

JUDEY’S BROWSE IN

Shaun, Kerry and the friendly team at Dunne’s Meats are pleased to MEET you with the MEAT that’s sure to please you. Stocking the best quality in beef, pork, lamb, mutton and fresh poultry, why would you go elsewhere!

Check out the weekly specials ... you can’t go past our 2009 Sausage King Silver Award winning sausages. Bulk orders are welcome and cryovacing is available on request.

OPEN Mon-Fri 6am-6pm; Sat 7am-1pm

Your one stop fishing and camping equipment shop. Judey has all things fishing – tents, fishing rods, camp ovens, hooks, sinkers, bait, nets, swags.

Judey’s Browse In also has great giftware, sporting and novelty lines in store… check it out ... you never know what you might find.

Cnr Parry & Wills Streets, Charleville (one block from Visitor Information Centre) P (07) 4654 1096

OPEN: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 5:00pm Sat 9:00am to 12:00pm

78 Alfred Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1777

R & P TAYLOR EMBROIDERY Don’t let our name fool you! There’s more to R & P’s than embroidery!

We also stock a great range of: » Active wear » Ladies fashion » Towels » Work wear » Cooler bags » Corporate uniforms » Craft supplies » Hospitality wear » ... and so much more! » Headwear OPEN: Mon-Fri 9.00am to 5.00pm; Sat 9.00am to 12.00pm 6 Wills Street, Charleville P 0427 545 242

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CHARLEVILLE

ANIMAL

SOUTH WEST FORD

CARE &

Need help? Need parts? Car needs servicing?

The South West Ford & Nissan team is here to help you!

OPEN: Mon-Fri 8am to 5pm; Sat 8am to 12noon » Car Service Centre » Genuine Ford and Nissan » New and used cars spare parts

SERVICES

50-56 Alfred Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1477 E k.mulhern@bigpond.com

GORDON’S PANEL & PAINT

TERRI ECKEL VETERINARY PTY LTD

Whatever your trouble! Give the team at Gordon’s Panel & Paint a call – they’ll get you moving in next to no time!

Offering a wide range of services including: » Consultations, vaccinations & microchipping » Routine de-sexing, surgery & dentistry » Equine surgery, consultations & dentistry » Small animal grooming » We also have kennels for dog boarding!

» All insurance claims » Windscreen repairs and replacements » Radiator repairs OPEN: Monday – Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm

Lot 5 Coolabah Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 7777 E gordonspanel@bigpond.com www.facebook.com/gordonspanel

32057 Mitchell Highway, Charleville P (07) 4654 1805 E terri@tev.com.au www.tev.com.au

PRICE RITE TYREPOWER

It’s not just tyres at Price Rite Tyrepower... they’re your one stop mechanical shop.

OPEN: Monday – Friday 7am to 5pm Saturday 8am to 12noon

Conveniently located near the town centre, the team at Robert Eckel Repairs will look after you. Service and repairs on all makes and models.

We specialise in:

» Suspension and steering specialists

» 4x4 Specialists

» Authorised Inspections

» All tyre brands available

» Key Cutting & Remotes

» Wheel Alignments

» Caravan and trailer repairs

» Brake repairs and maintenance

» LPG Service

» Genuine Toyota Parts

» Automotive servicing

» Exhaust repairs and sales

» Hydraulic Fittings

» Bicycle & Accessories

» RACQ 13 1111

Ronnie and his team will get you back on the road in next to no time.

133A King Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 2261 E prtyrepower@commander.net.au www.charleville.tyrepowerstores.com.au

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OPEN: Monday to Friday 8.00am – 5.00pm

88 Edward Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1358 E repairs@roberteckel.com.au

CHARLEVILLE: ANIMAL CARE & SERVICES

AVIS CHARLEVILLE

CHARLEVILLE DENTAL SURGERY

Why not RENT A CAR during your stay in Charleville? » Need a vehicle for the Top Secret WWII Tour? » Pickup from Caravan Parks or Railway Station

Don’t let a toothache get in the way of having a great holiday ... Charleville Dental Surgery is here to help.

Providing a great range of general dentistry services for adults and children, treatments include:

Find us at The Flight Deck Cafe, Charleville Airport P (07) 4654 3033 (24/7) E avis@swas.net.au www.avis.com.au

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Extractions & Gum Disease Treatment Root Canal Treatment Invisalign & Orthodontics Restorative Dentistry Dentures, Implants, Crowns & Bridges

69 Edward Street, Charleville | M-F 8:30am-5pm & Sat 8:30am-2pm P (07) 4654 3335 E charlevilledentalsurgery@hotmail.com www.charlevilledentalsurgery.com.au

CHARLEVILLE PHARMACY

SWITCHED ON ELECTRICAL QLD PTY LTD

Heading further West? Get your prescription filled in Charleville.

Mon– Fri 8:30am–5pm; Sat 9am–12pm. » Pharmaceutical » Podiatry Supplies » Vitamins » Giftware » Cosmetics » Digital Photo Processing » eRx Express App – scan and send scripts, save waiting

Providing a variety of services to Charleville and surrounding districts. If you require electrical assistance with residential, commercial or industrial areas, we have you covered 24/7.

20–22 Wills Street, Charleville P (07) 4654 1672 F (07) 4654 3178 E charleville.pharmacy@nunet.com.au

» TV & Data » Bore Pumps » Air-Conditioning » Smoke Alarms » Testing/Tagging » Three Phase » Safety Switches » Split Systems Electrical Licence: 80433 ARC Licence No: AU44041 107 Watson Street, Charleville (entry via Walter Street) P (07) 4654 1276 M 0488 058 558 E admin@soeqld.com www.switchedonelectricalqld.com.au

Charleville Vet Surgery The CHARLEVILLE VET SURGERY is a dedicated Small Animal Clinic offering: ■ Consultations – Vaccinations – Microchipping ■ Anaesthesia ■ General Surgery ■ Juvenile and Geriatric Anaesthesia ■ Orthopaedic and Reconstructive Surgery ■ Hospitalisation

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Pathology Digital Radiology Pregnancy Ultrasound Dentistry Dog Boarding Day Boarding available Hydro Bathing and Grooming

VET: Dr Vicki Dunstan B.V.Sc 24 years’ experience in Small Animal Surgery, Medicine & Emergencies

306 Alfred Street Charleville P: (07) 4654 2605 E charlevillevets@bigpond.com | www.charlevillevet.com.au experiencecharleville.com.au

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Albert Street Killarney Road Morven Rec Club Albert Street Morven Rec Grounds End of Eurella Street Warrego Highway Warrego Highway Warrego Highway 53 Albert Street 53 Albert Street Warrego Highway Albert Street Warrego Highway Killarney Road Nebine Road Morven - Bollon Road Warrego Highway

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Morven Truck Stop

62508 Warrego Highway

07 4654 8246

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MORVEN: THINGS TO SEE & DO / PLACES TO EAT & STAY

GIDGEE’S BUSH CAMP & COFFEE SHOP

MORVEN HISTORICAL MUSEUM Keeping the history of the Morven District for future generations are the dedicated volunteers of the Morven Historical Museum – Mon-Fri 10am to 12 noon. » Enjoy the amazing collection of the outback memorabilia » Miniature Building display » Kerosene Tin Hut and Old Machinery » Aboriginal Artefacts » Bric-A-Brac » A must see!

Located just 1.5 km off the Warrego Highway at Morven, Gidgee’s Bush Camp grounds are set in a quiet little stop where overcrowding is not a problem. We’re also a working farm with lots of native wildlife. » Open April - Sept » Toilets on site » Self contained » Bush kitchen camping only » Nature walk/ » Unpowered sites bird watching Lot 37 Old Charleville Road, Morven P (07) 4654 8380 or 0407 620 360 E gidgeesmith@bigpond.com www.gidgeesbushcamp.com.au

Albert Street, Morven Adults $2 – Pensioners $1 P (07) 4654 8131

PICK A BOX MOTEL

Coffee Food Toilets Showers » 20 Units – all Ensuites » Doubles, Singles and Family » Aircon, WiFi and Cable TV » Licensed Mini Bar » Stables and Pet Friendly » Ironing facilities, Hair Dryer » Microwave, Kettle and Toaster » Full size Refrigerator » BBQ facilities » 24 hour check-in

Truck Parking Friendly service 62508 Warrego Highway, Morven (07)4654 8246

74 Albert Street, Morven P (07) 4654 8448 E admin@pickaboxmotel.com.au www.pickaboxmotel.com.au

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Augathella on the Highway Post Office, Coffee, Gifts & Visitor Information Smiley’s Café & Restaurant - Ellangowan Hotel

Cnr Landsborough Hyy & Main St 64 Main St 84 Main St

07 4654 5255 07 4654 5247 07 4654 5241

enquiries@augathella.com augathellapostoffice@gmail.com office@augathellapalms.com.au

www.augathella.com

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www.augathellapalms.com.au

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Tea & Coffee | Milkshakes Sandwiches | Pies | Chips | Salads

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ACTIVITIES CHARLEVILLE GRAHAM ANDREWS PARKLANDS STEIGER VORTEX RAINMAKING GUNS & OUTBACK NATIVE TIMBER WALK The ‘Steiger Vortex Rainmaking Guns’ is a unique Charleville Story.

The Outback Native Timber Walk has many different species of Australian native trees.

Call into the Charleville Visitor Information Centre for your map to guide you through the Park.

CHARLEVILLE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

The Charleville Visitor Information Centre is located in the Historic Charleville Railway Station that was rebuilt in 1957 after a fire in 1954. This passenger station is significant for its rarity value. It is the only station of its design and the only station on the Queensland Rail network with reinforced concrete walls, designed to accommodate the climactic conditions of Charleville.

ANGELLALA BRIDGE EXPLOSION

At 9.50pm on the 5th of September 2014, 26km south of Charleville, Australian transport history was made. A truck carrying 53 tonnes of ammonium nitrate caught fire, crashed and exploded at Angellala Creek. The blast radius was huge and felt over 30km away and had Charleville locals thinking it was an earthquake.

Today, the road bridge has been rebuilt, but signs of the explosion still remain and the story is told through a specially prepared interpretive area at the site.

FISHING SELF-GUIDED

There is nothing more relaxing than sitting under a star studded sky on the banks of our peaceful rivers with the only sounds you can hear for miles is your day’s catch sizzling away over your campfire and the leaves of the river gums rustling gently in the breeze. You will find our local area fishing map conveniently marks all spots situated within 50kms of Charleville in all directions... fishing has never been easier.

PIONEERS AUDIO HISTORY PANELS

Hear the entrepreneurial and amazing stories of some of the men who were instrumental

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in shaping Charleville into the community it is today. Situated on the verandah of Historic House Museum, these are fascinating stories and worth listening to.

ROCK WALLABY VIEWING

The rangers at the Charleville Environmental Protection Agency office (National Parks) are hosts to the Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby.

Visitors are invited to pop in and see them frolic and play in their own specially built enclosure.

SKATE PARK & TOWN POOL

After travelling, let the kids stretch their legs at the Charleville Skate Park. Right next door we also have Basketball and Netball courts and when the weather permits, the pool is also handy.

KING EDWARD PARK

Bring the kids along to King Edward Park where you can stretch out your legs. The kids can play on the playground equipment and you can also use the exercise equipment provided.

WARREGO RIVER WALK

The Warrego River, a northern tributary of the Darling River, flows through parts of South West Queensland and the north western areas of New South Wales. This short 2.8km return walk along the northern side of the Warrego River also features some of the local flora and fauna of our region.

WEATHER STATION AUTOMATIC RELEASE The Bureau of Meteorology collects meteorological data such as temperature, wind direction and speed, in the local area, which is used to forecast the weather. A balloon is launched automatically each day.

Interested members of the public can view this at Charleville Airport at 9:15am daily.

BIRD WATCHING

The Visitor Information Centre can supply a list on native birds to our region and the best places that you can find them.

MADE IN MURWEH LOCAL ARTS & CRAFTS STORE

Located at the front of the Charleville Town Hall, this little store has some wonderful treasures. Showcasing local talents, this store only stocks items that have been hand crafted within the boundaries of the Murweh Shire. Pop in and say G’day to the dedicated volunteers and you just never know what unique little memento you may find.

BAREFOOT BOWLS

Come on down to the Charleville Bowls Club on Thursday night. Starting at 6:30pm, join in on a social game of barefoot bowls, followed by a sausage sizzle. Weather pending.

LAWN BOWLS

Known for its friendly and relaxed atmosphere, a visit to the Charleville Bowls Club is a great chance to mingle and get to know the locals. The club offers activities that both visitors and locals can enjoy.

AUGATHELLA AUGATHELLA CEMETERY

Outback Cemeteries are always interesting.

As you walk around you get the feeling of the pioneering days when life was tough.

AUGATHELLA HERITAGE TRAIL

It’s not until you take the time to walk Augathella’s self-guided heritage trail that you discover the rich and diverse history of the town, its bushrangers, bullockies and the huge sheep stations that all played a part in Augathella’s development.

FREE ACTIVITIES Australia nest and bring up their young on the Warrego River.

AUGATHELLA DIGGERS EASTER RODEO & RACES

Experience a great outback Easter weekend of Rodeo and Horse Racing. The Augathella Diggers Rodeo and Race Meeting should be on your list of things to enjoy.

MORVEN BRANDING BOARD

Local station owners burned their cattle brands onto a piece of Bloodwood to commemorate the re-enactment of the Harry Redford cattle drive. Harry, a known cattle duffer (thief), whose exploits of droving up to 1000 head of cattle (stolen) from Longreach to Adelaide earned him a place in Outback History.

AUGATHELLA MURALS Augathella’s murals celebrate the history of the town, from the great sheep stations of the west to the famous 1950s movie ‘Smiley’. The character is based on a local boy growing up in Augathella. For further information on the murals or more about Augathella, visit the Augathella Library.

DICK BAKER SHED & OLD MACHINERY DISPLAY

A whimsical collection and display of all things from a by-gone era, including a lot of old farming machinery. Most of the items came from past Morven local residents Dick Baker and Malcolm and Boosie Crichton.

KENNIFF TREE

Many towns lay claim to a bushranger or two.

Augathella is no exception as it was here at this tree the notorious Kenniff Brothers would tether their horses when planning a quick getaway.

HAMBURG CREEK & SADLIER’S WATERHOLE Q150 SHED

In 2009, as part of the Q150 Celebrations, the Queensland Government constructed a shed that would travel the state providing each community it visited with a night of free entertainment. Communities it toured included Mount Isa, Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Rockhampton, Maryborough, Blackall, Augathella, Cherbourg, Warwick, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. The shed has now come to rest permanently in Augathella and is used as a community function and entertainment centre.

It’s well worth a look through its architecture.

WROUGHT IRON SCULPTURES

Humorous locally made sculptures, some that even feature a famous racehorse and Dancing Brolgas. These iconic birds of

Lined with red river gums, this picturesque waterhole was once a stop-over point for Cobb & Co Coaches and bullock teams.

Follow in the footsteps of many early pioneers; take a picnic rug and enjoy a cuppa under the shade of the trees.

RABBIT BOARD GATE

Introduced European rabbits had already destroyed pasture land and native habitat throughout Australia. A rabbit proof fence was built in 1886 covering 47,403km and gates were constructed across the roads as part of the ‘rabbit proofing’ of Queensland.

TREGOLE NATIONAL PARK

Home to the rare Ooline tree, the Tregole National Park is just a 10km drive from Morven. A 2.1km interpretive walk introduces you to many arid zone plant species.

MEAT ANT PARK & GIANT MEAT ANT SCULPTURE

Why name a park after a Meat Ant you ask?

Augathella’s local football team, known as the Mighty Augathella Meat Ants, were fearless in their attack against their opponANTS. This earned the town the nickname, ‘Meat Ant Country’. Features of the park include landscaped gardens, picnic table, story boards of Augathella History, adventure playground and let’s not forget the GIGANTIC MEAT ANT SCULPTURE... Over a million times the size of an actual ant!

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CHARLEVILLE THINGS TO SEE & DO Address

Phone

Email

Website

4x4 Accomodated Birdsville Tag Along Tour

Attractions

77 Adavale Road

0428 545 200

info@travelwest.com.au

www.charlevillecaravanpark.com.au

‘Check Out Charleville’ Heritage Flood & Fire Town Tour

Pick up from select locations

0428 545 200

info@travelwest.com.au

www.charlevillecaravanpark.com.au

Angellala Bridge Explosion

Cunnamulla Road

07 4654 3057

info@murweh.qld.gov.au

www.experiencecharleville.com.au

Audio Heritage Trail Barefoot Bowls Bilby Experience Bilby Up Close & Personal Buy a Birdsville Burger - ‘Scenic Flights’ Camp Oven @ Bailey Bar Charleville Golf Club Cobb & Co Changeover Station Trail at Historic House Corones Hotel ‘Stories & Scones’Tour Cosmos Centre Astronomy By Day Cosmos Centre Night Telescope Observatory Cosmos Centre Package Deals Cosmos Centre Planetarium Cosmos Centre Small & Personalised Telescope Observatory Cosmos Centre Sun Viewing Evening Star Gazing (On-site Evening Star Tourist Park) Evening Star Solar Gazing (On-site Evening Star Tourist Park) Fishing Self-guided Graham Andrews Parklands Historic House Museum Hobby Horse Racing @ Bailey Bar King Edward Park Lawn Bowls Made in Murweh Arts & Craft Shop Mulga Lands Gallery Outback Native Timber Walk Pioneers Audio History Panels at Historic House Race Meetings

Railway Station, King Street Epacris Street Railway Station, King Street Railway Station, King Street Qantas Drive 196 King Street May Street 87 Alfred Street

07 4654 3057 07 4654 1520 07 4654 3057 07 4654 3057 07 4654 3033 07 4654 1744 07 4654 3551 07 4654 3349

info@murweh.qld.gov.au c_ville.bowls.club@bigpond.com.au charleville@savethebilbyfund.org charleville@savethebilbyfund.org fly@swas.net.au info@charlevillebaileybar.com.au dan@jonessmashrepairs.com historichousemuseum@bigpond.com

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33 Wills Street Qantas Drive Qantas Drive

07 4654 1022 07 4654 7771 07 4654 7771

info@hotelcorones.net.au enquiries@cosmoscentre.com enquiries@cosmoscentre.com

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Qantas Drive Qantas Drive Qantas Drive

07 4654 7771 07 4654 7771 07 4654 7771

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Qantas Drive 818 Adavale Road

07 4654 7771 07 4654 2430

enquiries@cosmoscentre.com eveningstarvanpark@gmail.com

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818 Adavale Road

07 4654 2430

eveningstarvanpark@gmail.com

www.eveningstar.com.au

Various Locations Sturt Street 87 Alfred Street 196 King Street Parry Street Epacris Street Town Hall, Wills Street 94-98 Alfred Street Graham Andrews Parklands 87 Alfred Street

07 4654 3057 07 4654 3057 07 4654 3349 07 4654 1744 07 4654 3057 07 4654 1520 0427 542 524

info@murweh.qld.gov.au info@murweh.qld.gov.au historichousemuseum@bigpond.com info@charlevillebaileybar.com.au info@murweh.qld.gov.au c_ville.bowls.club@bigpond.com.au

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Rock Wallaby Viewing @ QLD Parks & Wildlife Office Royal Flying Doctors Visitor Centre Scenic Flights - Operated by Outback Air Tours School of Distance Education Tour Skate Park & Basketball/Netball Courts Spit Roast Dinner @Bailey Bar Station Tour @ Thurlby (3hrs) Swimming Pool Top Secret WWII Tour (USAAF) Town Hall Park Visitor Information Centre Vortex Rainmaking Guns Warrego River Walk 1.4km each way Weather Station Automatic Balloon Release

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donnareynolds.studio@gmail.com info@murweh.qld.gov.au historichousemuseum@bigpond.com

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Racecourse Complex, Partridge 0417 746 554 Street 1 Park Street 07 4654 4703

n/a

www.charlevilleraces.com

n/a

www.npsr.qld.gov.au

John Flynn Way Qantas Drive Parry Street 9 Warrego Street 196 King Street 818 Adavale Road Cnr Warrego & Parry Streets Qantas Drive 34 Wills Street Railway Station, King Street Graham Andrews Parklands Warrego River Qantas Drive

rfds_cvl@rfdsqld.com.au fly@swas.net.au the.principal@charlevisde.eq.edu.au info@murweh.qld.gov.au info@charlevillebaileybar.com.au eveningstarvanpark@gmail.com ceo@murweh.qld.gov.au info@murweh.qld.gov.au ceo@murweh.qld.gov.au info@murweh.qld.gov.au info@murweh.qld.gov.au info@murweh.qld.gov.au info@murweh.qld.gov.au

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07 4654 3057 07 4654 3349

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PLACES TO EAT Name

Address

Asian Restaurant Black Sheep Country Café Blue Gum Café Bowl ‘n’ Bistro - Charleville Bowls Club Café in the Mulga Cattle Camp Hotel Charlotte’s Nest Cosmos Café - Cosmos Centre Flight Deck Café Goodies Grill & Grind Heinemann’s Bakery Heritage Hotel Corones Menzie’s Steakhouse - Charleville Motel On the Rocks Restaurant Outback Restaurant - Mulga Country Motor Inn Parkside Store Pie Face - United Fuel Puma Roadhouse Puma Roadhouse RSL Memorial Club The Lucky Elephant

98 Galatea St 4 Wills St 76 Alfred St Epacris St Qantas Drive 149 Alfred St 120 Alfred St 1 Milky Way Dr 1 Qantas Dr 165 Parry St 84 Alfred St 33 Wills St 148 King St 74 Wills St Lot 118 Sturt St 20 Watson St 79 Wills St 50-52 Wills St Lot 2 Mitchell Hwy Cnr Watson & River Sts 85 Alfred St

Phone 07 4654 2205 07 4654 7443 07 4654 1104 07 4654 1520 07 4654 7771 07 4654 3473 07 4654 3969 07 4654 7771 07 4654 3033 07 4654 7227 07 4654 3991 07 4654 1022 07 4654 1566 07 4654 2888 07 4654 3255 07 4654 1546 07 3036 2891 07 4654 1740 07 4654 4480 07 4654 1449 07 4654 1942

Email

Website www.blacksheepcountrycafe.com.au

c_ville.bowls.club@bigpond.com.au enquiries@cosmoscentre.com cattle.camp@hotmail.com

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enquiries@cosmoscentre.com

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info@hotelcorones.net.au home@charlevillemotel.com.au bookings@rocksmotel.com.au mulgacountry@bipond.com

www.hotelcorones.com.au www.charlevillemotel.com.au www.rocksmotel.com.au www.mulgacountry.com.au www.pieface.com.au

admin@charlevillersl.com.au luckyelephant@gmail.com

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CHARLEVILLE OUTBACK MEALS P ­ eak Season Only (April - September) Camp Oven Dinner - Bailey Bar

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196 King Street

07 4654 1744

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DIRECTORY LISTING

CHARLEVILLE CONTINUED PLACES TO EAT CONTINUED Name

Address

Spit Roast Dinner - Bailey Bar Sausage Sizzle & Hobby Horse Racing - Bailey Bar Red Lizard Camping Ground

Phone

196 King Street 196 King Street Lot 3 Mitchell Highway

Email

07 4654 1744 07 4654 1744 07 4654 7047

Website

info@charlevillebaileybar.com.au info@charlevillebaileybar.com.au

www.charlevillebaileybar.com.au www.charlevillebaileybar.com.au redlizardcamping.vpweb.com.au

MEDICAL FACILITIES Medical Facility

Address

Charleville Base Hospital Charleville Medical Centre Charleville Dental Surgery Charleville Dental Clinic CWAATISCH Charleville Pharmacy

Phone

72 King Street 67 Edward Street 69 Edward Street 72 King Street 94 Edward Street 20 Wills Street

07 4650 5000 07 4621 2100 07 4654 3335 07 4650 5154 07 4654 3277 07 4654 1672

CHURCHES Church Name

Address

Phone

Email

All Saints Anglican Church St Mary’s Catholic Church

41 Alfred Street Cnr Wills & Watson Sts

Christian Outreach Centre

Lot 132 Sturt Street 0418 724 159 (Next to Puma Roadhouse) 76 Galatea Street Les Penrose - 0409 241 355 Rob Johnson - 07 4654 2475 8 Bentwill Street 07 4654 1138

St James Presbyterian Church Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses Uniting/Lutheran/ Holy Communion Churches

145 Alfred Street Blue Care Building

0428 231 126 07 4654 3394

Service Times

mwad11@bigpond.com stmarysparish@bigpond.com

Sunday: 8:30am 1st & 3rd Sundays – 6 pm Vigil ; 2nd & 4th Sundays –Mass (Oct - Mar - 8am) (Apr - Sept - 9am); 5th Sunday – Ecumenical Service Time TBA Sunday: 10am

Les.penrose@bigpond.com bigrobxx@bigpond.net.au

Sunday: 9am Sunday: 9:30am Thursday: 7pm 3rd Sunday 4:30pm

Mark Hampel - 0458 999 150

MORVEN MEDICAL FACILITIES Medical Facility

Address

Phone

Morven Community Clinic

Warrego Highway

07 4654 8288

CHURCHES Church Name All Souls Anglican Church Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Address

Phone

Email

Service Times

Eurella Street Eurella Street

0428 231 126 07 4654 3394

mwad11@bigpond.com stmarysparish@bigpond.com

Sunday: 8:30am 1st Sunday - Mass (Oct - Mar - 10am) (Apr - Sept - 11am)

AUGATHELLA MEDICAL FACILITIES Medical Facility

Address

Phone

Augathella Hospital Augathella Doctor Surgery Augathella Pharmacy

20 Cavanagh Street 6 Cavanagh Street 98 Main Street

07 4656 7100 07 4654 5125 07 4654 5469

CHURCHES Church Name St Luke’s Anglican Church St Patrick Catholic Church

Address Main Street Annie Street

Phone

Email

0428 231 126 07 4654 3394

mwad11@bigpond.com stmarysparish@bigpond.com

Service Times 2nd Sunday: 12pm 1st & 2nd Sundays - Mass (Oct - Mar - 8am) (Apr - Sept - 9am) 2nd Saturday - 6pm Vigil

COOLADDI THINGS TO SEE & DO Attractions

Street Address

Visitor Information – Fox Trap

Phone

Email

Website

07 4654 0347

PLACES TO EAT Name Cooladdi Fox Trap

Address

Phone

Diamantina Development Rd

07 4654 0347

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