Yaraka

Drive around three hours south-west from Longreach and you’ll be rewarded with views of some astonishingly beautiful mesa hills. You’ve entered Yaraka country and what a treat. It’s a popular stop along the Barcoo Way adventure drive too. Here’s more of the story...

CHILL OUT AND CHAT

It’s not unusual for overnight visitors to extend their stay in Yaraka. This probably has a lot to do with the local publicans who also run the accommodation and camping ground. A personal welcome to town is more the norm than not. You’re sure to be introduced to other happy travellers as you enjoy a cool ale in the bar. Stay at the hotel or just a stone’s throw away are powered caravan sites, tennis court and a pristine swimming pool. This standard in-ground swimming pool has a million-dollar view of the beautiful Yang Yang Ranges. What better place to cool off and relax in the Outback. Be sure to fuel up at the general store before you leave.

JOURNEY TO THE END OF THE LINE

Make sure you pop into the End of the Line Museum housed in the original railway station. While there, you’ll learn about the Great Western Rail project and how it impacted Yaraka. If you love stories about trains and the railway, then you won’t want to miss this attraction. Along with the stories, there are some really interesting artefacts from Yaraka’s days as a railway town. Let’s face it, it’s not every day that you travel to the ‘end of the line.’

did you know

Mount Slowcombe has a 360-degree breath taking view

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AMPLIFY THE AWESOMENESS

Have you ever witnessed a view that left you absolutely gobsmacked? The 360-degree outlook from Mount Slowcombe will leave you shaking your head in disbelief, wondering why so few people are aware of this gem. Join the daily sunset tour from Yaraka Hotel for the short 8km drive to the lookout. Access is easy via a sealed road winding its way to the top, so drive yourself if you prefer. There’s even an electric barbecue, covered seating and a ‘loo with a view’! Take your favourite nibbles and drinks for a spectacular sunset.

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To Windorah, Welford National Park & Magee’s Shanty

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THE CENTRE OF LONGREACH HISTORIC TOWNSHIP

THE PLACE TO BE

P: +61 7 4658 1677 E: STAY@CENTRALMOTELLONGREACH.COM.AU WWW.CENTRALMOTELLONGREACH.COM.AU

central motel

20 CBD motel rooms

Longest reception hours in town - from 9 am to 2.30 am

Fun friendly bar/lounge

commercial hotel

Trades 7 days a week - the bar opens daily 9 am to 1 am

The Bottleshop opens daily 9 am - midnight

The best air conditioned gaming room in Longreach opens daily 10 am - 2.30 am

FOR A COLD BEER IN THE BAR, FLUTTER ON THE POKIES OR A BARGAIN IN THE BOTTLESHOP

102 Eagle Street LONGREACH Queensland 4730 Australia

FOODWORKS LONGREACH

Open 7 Days Mon-Fri: 6.45am – 6pm; Sat-Sun: 8am – 6pm � Large range of quality fresh fruit & veg � Great specials � Hot chickens � Bakers bread fresh 7 days � Free delivery town area orders over $50 � Easy parking for trucks & caravans � Friendly service with free re-useable bio-degradable bags supplied � Phone orders welcome & packed (including cold goods) 141 Ibis Street, Longreach P 07 4658 1397 | M 0427 585 630 E lchfoodworks@bigpond.com foodworks.com.au/stores/longreach

JOHNLEE MOTORS

� 4WD, Car Servicing and Repairs � Suppliers of Spare Parts and

Suspension � Engine Rebuilding � Flywheel, Head and Manifold Grinding � Polaris & Can-am sales and service Great customer service ... the ‘local’ way

34 Swan Street, Longreach P 07 4658 1423 E johnlee33@bigpond.com johnleemotors.com.au

LONGREACH MOTORS

� Mechanical Repairs and Servicing � Truck Repairs and Servicing � Tyres � Wheels � Alignments � Exhaust � Brakes � Suspension � 4WD Fitouts � Bullbars � Lighting � Fridges � Camping Accessories � Recovery Equipment � Compressors � Batteries � Charging Systems � Inspection Certifi cates � Windscreens � Air Conditioning � Oils & Lubricants � Light Fabrication � Welding

33 Swan Street, Longreach P 07 4658 1700 | F 07 4658 1857 E longreachmotors@bigpond.com tyrepower.com.au

LONGREACH OUTDOORS CENTRE

Your local specialists for: � Camping – OZtrail, Companion,

Campfi re, Gasmate, Pop Up, Engel � Caravan Repairs & Supplies – Thetford,

Camec, Camco, Ventline, Jensen � Fishing – Abu Garcia, Shakespeare,

Berkley, Mustad, Sure Catch � Homewares – Weber, Thermos, Avanti � Bait – Prawns, Worms, DynaBait � Knife Sharpening – for a Great Edge

153 Eagle Street, Longreach P 0477 553 360 E info@longreachoutdoors.com.au longreachoutdoors.com.au

LONGREACH ARTS & CRAFTS CENTRE & GALLERY (UPSTAIRS)

Admission FREE | Featuring works by local artisans The upstairs Gallery sells a wonderful array of locally made art and craft – pottery, jewellery, patchwork, leather, paintings, photos and much more. Gallery Open: 1pm – 4pm daily from April to September Open some mornings – check local information. (Up green stairs at the side or use new lift chair on back stairs.) There are regular Art and Craft making days. Check out our Facebook page and local information for days and time. Includes: pottery, wool spinning, fi bre art, patchwork, painting, drawing, silver smithing and leather work.

111 Ibis Street, Longreach E longreachartsandculture@gmail.com facebook.com/longreachartsandcraftscentre Our luxury ensuite tents are the absolute perfect base for your Outback Queensland adventure. Take in the spacious open plan layout and sumptuous King bed with gorgeous linen. Gidyea tents suit one or two guests, while our larger Mulga tents are great for twin share or families – with the option of Adventure Swags for kids! Add on our delicious Cheese & Antipasto Platters and BBQ packs. We also off er fully accredited accessible tents with King or Twin bedding. Guests love the Gidyea tents’ deep free-standing bath with a view or the Mulga tents’ luxed-up trough bath, made locally of galvanised steel. Stargazing is essential – Akubra and boots optional! Conversations are deeper, stories are funnier, and the complimentary marshmallows defi nitely taste sweeter as guests draw together around the fi re pits. Breathe in the serenity of the Mitchell Grass Plains.

162 Muttaburra Road, Longreach P 0491 339 822 E reception@mitchellgrassretreat.com.au mitchellgrassretreat.com.au

LONGREACH TOURIST PARK AND THE WOOLSHED BAR AND GRILL LONGREACH ACCESSORIES PLUS

� Pet Supplies & Engraved Pet ID Tags � Mobile Phone & iPod Accessories � Bikes/Scooters & Accessories � Car Accessories & Parts � Lightforce Distributor � Jewellery & Jewellery Cleaning

Services � Visit our Facebook Page – search for

‘Longreach Accessories Plus’

106a Eagle Street, Longreach P/F 07 4658 1607 (Melanie Palmer) E lrchaccplus@gmail.com

Longreach Tourist Park has always been a favourite with outback travellers. Bring your caravan or camper, or stay in our cabins and villas. You’ll enjoy a unique Longreach experience where the outback pioneering spirit embraces you from the moment you arrive. Experience the outback in all its glory at Longreach Tourist Park with newly renovated self contained studio style cabins, two bedroom villas and a variety of caravan and camping sites. Book now for our Woolshed Bar and Grill with the amazing slow cooked dishes by our master chef Jay. Longreach Tourist Park has started to reveal our new developments within the park and will continue to evolve in 2022.

12 Thrush Road, Longreach P 07 4658 1871 (reservations) E info@longreachtouristpark.com.au www.longreachtouristpark.com.au

MERCURY BUSINESS SUPPLIES

� Your Local IT Specialists – Everything for the home or mobile offi ce � Jaycar Authorised Reseller � Sales and repairs of Notebook and Desktop computers, printers and offi ce equipment � In-store: stationery, photocopying, laminating, designing, printing and emailing facilities

2/136 Eagle Street, Longreach P 07 4658 3544 | M 0429 025 302 E mercbiz@tpg.com.au mercbiz.com.au

Saltbush Retreat’s rustic but beautiful accommodation refl ects the unique textures and tones of Outback Queensland. Our exquisitely themed 4.5-star Homestead Stables and 4-star Slab Huts deliver an authentic outback experience without sacrifi cing those allimportant creature comforts. Homestead Stables and Slab Hut guests enjoy exclusive access to our Outdoor Bath Terrace with optional Pamper Packs. Our well-appointed 3.5-star Outback Cabins are a true home-away-fromhome where tired travellers can relax on their private deck and gaze out at the outback sunset. Enhance your experience with our Gourmet Breakfast Hampers, Cheese & Antipasto Hampers and mouth-watering BBQ packs. Premium wines and boutique beers may be purchased from Reception. Good old fashioned service with a country smile. Friendly staff and well priced fuel. Services & Amenities include: � Vehicle servicing � RWC inspections � O’Brien Glass dealer – large range of windscreens � Century batteries � Swap and Go Gas � Shop � Pies and drinks � Party and block ice � Fishing bait � Eftpos facilities Open 6:00am to 8:00pm – 7 days per week.

63-65 Ilfracombe Road, Longreach P 07 4658 3811 E info@saltbushretreat.com.au www.saltbushretreat.com.au 1 Wonga Street, Longreach P 07 4658 1706 E kinsey@bigpond.net.au FB: Shell Longreach Service Centre

MERINO BAKERY

$2 MERINO MONEY Present this advertisement to be stamped at the Merino Bakery and receive your gift of $2 off any purchase. � Minimum sale amount $5.00 � One voucher per family per visit � Not redeemable for cash � Not to be used with ANY other off er

120 Eagle Street, Longreach P 07 4658 1715 | F 07 4658 0045 Open 7 days; Right in the middle of town

MUDDY DUCK TOURIST PARK

Opening in 2022 is Longreach’s newest caravan park set along the banks of the Thomson River. Featuring large drive through sites and powered camping. Follow our construction journey and keep up to date with all the news on Instagram and Facebook.

Old Landsborough Hway, Longreach E admin@muddyduck.com.au muddyduck.com.au

OUTWEST CONTAINER EXCHANGE

� Authorised Containers for Change

Return Point � Return eligible beverage containers for a 10c refund � Help keep Queensland beautiful by recycling Opening hours: 9am–4pm Monday to Friday 10am–12pm Saturday

1/136 Eagle Street, Longreach M 0488 016 149 E madjali136@outlook.com FB: outwestcontainerexchange

PALMERS BP

� 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

9 Wonga Street, Longreach P/F 07 4658 1136 M 0417 752 337 (John & Sue Palmer) E palmbp@bigpond.net.au

Scenic helicopter fl ights over Longreach and the mighty Thomson River. � Fantastic photo opportunities! � Book a 10 minute, 20 minute or sunset fl ight � Flights from $100 per person (minimum 2 passengers)

P 0417 624 422 (Tim & Sandy) E info@queenslandhelicopters.com.au queenslandhelicopters.com.au

SCHOOL OF THE AIR, LONGREACH

� Join us in touring one of the world’s biggest classrooms � Experience and explore learning through the eyes of our students � Guided tours 9am & 10.30am weekdays

March to October (excluding public and Christmas holidays) � Online bookings essential – visit our website for more information and bookings

10349 Landsborough Hway, Longreach P 0477 298 104 E tours1@eq.edu.au lsodetours.com.au

THE BIRDCAGE HOTEL

Longreach’s top food and entertainment venue! A family friendly hotel off ering a fantastic selection of food, drink and gaming – with a modern bar, steakhouse and gaming room, there truly is something for everyone. Courtesy bus available on request from 5pm till late 7 days a week. Opening Hours: 10am – 12am 7 days (Lunch: 11.30am – 2pm 7 days & Dinner: 5.30pm – 8.30pm 7 days) 31 Duck Street, Longreach P 07 4658 1230 E birdcagehotel@hotmail.com facebook.com/thebirdcagehotel

LONGREACH YELLOWBELLY FISHING CLASSIC

Longreach Yellowbelly Fishing Classic 26–28 August 2022 � Raffl es � Food vendors � Markets � Kids and family activities � Bar and live entertainment Visit our Facebook page – Longreach Yellowbelly Fishing Comp

Apex Park, Thomson River, Longreach E longreachfi shcomp@gmail.com Open 7 days – Lunch and Dinner � Largest Celebrations Bottleshop in the West � Dine in & Take away at the

Southern Cross Bistro � Latest Dragon & Lightning Pokies � Street-side Beer Garden –

Dogs Welcome! � Courtesy Bus available Pop in and say gidday to Tim and Kim and the team .. we’ll look after you!

103 Eagle Street, Longreach P 07 4658 1925 longreachtavern.com

THURECHT BROS SADDLERY

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 their great range of outback styled gifts, horse supplies, motorbike bags and belts made to order.

130B Eagle Street, Longreach P 07 4658 1011 M 0407 111 324 E hog.hunter@bigpond.com

self contained/bush camp sites

APEX RIVERSIDE PARK

Located 4.5km west of Longreach on the Landsborough Highway

• Toilet facilities available in the park • Fees payable at the Longreach Explore Centre

BARCOO WEIR ISISFORD

Located at the end of Saint Mary’s Street, Isisford

• Within walking distance of toilets and showers • Fees payable at the Isisford Council Office

OMA WATERHOLE ISISFORD

Located 16km from Isisford on the Isisford Yaraka River Road

• Toilets and shower facilities available • Fees payable at the Isisford Council Office

CARAVAN PARK YARAKA

Located behind the Yaraka Hotel

• Toilets and shower facilities available • Fees payable at the Yaraka Hotel