Burnett Livestock Exchange PC: Tracey Olive
Biggenden LOCATED AT THE SOUTHERN END OF THE NORTH BURNETT, BIGGENDEN IS ON THE ISIS HIGHWAY, 339KM NORTH OF BRISBANE AND JUST OVER ONE HOUR’S DRIVE FROM BUNDABERG, MARYBOROUGH AND HERVEY BAY.
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he town’s name is derived from the Kabi Kabi word ‘bigindhan’, meaning a place of stringybark. Biggenden was founded in 1889 as a service centre to the short-lived goldrush towns of Paradise and Shamrock, and for coach passengers travelling west from Maryborough. The township, including the intriguingly named ‘Live And Let Live’ Inn, moved to a new location alongside the railway station when the rail line arrived in 1891. The Pioneer metal sculpture in Beiers Park depicts the history of the town and alludes to remnants of old work sites where old barrows can be found. The Wall of Fame and Pioneer Walk in Beiers Park pays tribute and shares the stories of the early settling families of the 1800s.
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NORTH BURNETT REGIONAL COUNCIL CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE & LIBRARY Edward Street, Biggenden 1300 696 272 admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au
The Biggenden Museum promotes the history of Biggenden and surrounding district with displays of historical items, photographs and memorabilia. It is homed in the former Paradise Courthouse which was relocated to Biggenden when the gold ran out. Chowey Bridge was the first of its kind in Australia. The concrete bridge was built for the railways in 1905. It is situated about 18km west of Biggenden. The bridge boasts a main 27m archway and a number of smaller arches. There are picnic facilities nearby. Biggenden is also home to one of the largest privately owned selling centres in Queensland, the Burnett Livestock Exchange. The impressive saleyards sell thousands of head of cattle fortnightly. Local tip: To learn about primary producers talk to people, ask questions and listen. I am always happy to talk to visitors on sale days and answer any questions, so people have a true understanding of how we ensure Australia produces the best, cleanest and safest beef in the world – Stephanie.
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