Attractions in Hughenden
FLINDERS DISCOVERY CENTRE
This huge display area houses an amazing exhibition of fossils from around the world, as well as an extensive and growing collection of fossils from the local area. ‘Hughie’ is the star attraction; a life size skeletal replica of a Muttaburrasaurus. ‘Hughie’ is a daunting figure as you enter the display area. Although this dinosaur is believed to have been a herbivore, you get the impression he is something that you would not want to meet on a dark night! Come and witness the amazing light and sound show that takes you back over 500 million years to the beginning of the formation of Porcupine Gorge. ‘Shearing the Stragglers’ tells the story of the demise of the sheep industry throughout the Flinders Shire. Tales of hardship and change are told through stories of men who lived this gruelling life from 1865 to present day times.
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FLINDERS SHIRE GUIDE
While wandering around the centre, enjoy a documentary on Hughenden and the district, telling the story of how Hughenden came to be. View the historical and seasonal exhibitions and there’s even an interactive Children’s Discovery Corner! The Flinders Discovery Centre stocks a large range of souvenirs along with information on local and regional holiday destinations and attractions. Free Wi-Fi is also available.
FEDERATION ROTUNDA The rotunda is constructed from two Comet windmills that have a diameter of 20 ft (6 m) and pumped water for stock at Bogunda Station, south of Prairie, for over 45 years. The structure was commissioned as part of the Centenary of Federation Celebration in 2001.
