Things are bigger in the Queensland outback, from the colours to the working stations (some are the size of small countries) to the country characters. There are a few you’ll meet along rugged and ravishing roads that lead to swagger-filled country towns, revealing the cultural heritage and pioneering history of this part of the state.
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Offering 89 spacious rooms for accommodation, centrally located only 2 km from the centre of town. The property has a 150 Seat restaurant, the chefs are able to offer the highest quality food and service with an extensive dinner menu. There is also a fully licensed bar to relax and enjoy a drink. This accommodation offers free wifi, air-conditioned accommodation, flat-screen TVs with Foxtel, a modern pool, fully equipped kids playroom.
Ray Station was settled in 1874 by the great grandparents of the current owners. Ray Station remains one of a select few properties in Australia that’s never changed hands since white settlement. It’s been acquired from father to son and so remains with its unique history & within the original family. Offering a historical and genuine Australian rural experience.
Mitchell Grass Retreat is located in the heart of Outback Queensland, Longreach. Take in stunning views from your canvas tent complete with power, air conditioning, beautiful en-suite and outdoor deck. Enjoy a walk through surrounding bushland, kayak the Thomson River and take time out for yourself. Step inside one of the luxury ensuite tents and take in the spacious open plan layout, European appliances, sumptuous King bed with gorgeous linen and beautiful bath…this is truly 5 star outback Glamping. Settle in, pop the champagne and relax on your private deck gazing out to the surrounding Mitchell Grass Plains.
Spirit of the Outback is a train journey through ever-changing scenery and rugged terrain between Brisbane and Longreach. With blue summer skies and rich golden soil to be seen into the horizon, the Spirit of the Outback provides the perfect opportunity to explore in comfort as the outback comes to life in front of your eyes. From metropolis Brisbane your outback expedition begins, travelling through the vast regions with historic authentic outback towns along the way, this journey is another legend in the making.
Roma is the largest town in the Maranoa Region and offers an array of city-like conveniences with friendly country hospitality. There is an abundance of cafes ideally located throughout town and dining options include fine dining restaurants, niche cafes, contemporary pubs with and alfresco dining, plus all your traditional take-away options. As you are in the heart of beef country be sure to try a mouth-watering grass-fed steak while you are in town. You can join an authentic tour of the biggest cattle saleyards in the southern hemisphere, wrap your arms around Queensland’s biggest bottle tree and learn about the discovery of oil and gas in Australia at The Big Rig, Roma.
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Quilpie is a rural town and locality in the Shire of Quilpie, Queensland and is conveniently located along the Natural Sciences Loop and the Warrego Way and is the Business Centre for the Quilpie Shire. Things to do here include picnic and fish at the Bulloo River or swim a few lazy laps of the pool. Enjoy the native bottlebrush trees and beautiful gardens around the district, and the stunning wildflowers (in season) throughout the surrounding countryside. You can also spend the day fossicking for opals, climb Baldy Top Lookout to admire the spectacular sunset or visit the Visitor Information Centre, Shire Gallery and Shire Museums. Listen for names such as Tully, Durack and Costello, who were among the first settlers. Hear about the struggles during flood and drought and the hardship of isolation from the people who have experienced it on the interactive compact disc at the Quilpie Shire Museum.
Longreach is the heart of Outback Queensland and is home to attractions including the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Qantas Founders Museum. Inside the dedicated museum, you’ll uncover many a story linked to the founding of Australia’s national airline. Across the road, you’ll spot the shimmering curved roof of another Australian icon. Just like Hugh Sawrey’s famed artwork A Vision Splendid, the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame pays tribute to the Aussie Stockman. The five themed galleries also celebrate the stories of Indigenous Australians, Pastoralists and Explorers.
Nogo Station Experience
Brisbane is the capital of Queensland, sitting alongside the Brisbane River. Life in Brisbane revolves around the outdoors. As the capital of Australia’s Sunshine State, Brisbane invites you to kick off your shoes, grab your mates and enjoy the food, art and adventure on offer. Brisbane is consistently ranked among the world’s most livable cities. Across the river from the CBD, South Bank is home to the Cultural Centre with world-class galleries and entertainment. Experience world-class sporting events at The Gabba or Suncorp Stadium, or get the adrenaline pumping with a Story Bridge Adventure climb. Just an hour from the city, discover Brisbane’s stunning natural surrounds including the Scenic Rim, Somerset and Ipswich with no shortage of waterfalls, lookouts and mountains to climb, while Moreton Island and Redlands Coast offer pristine waters, wildlife experiences, snorkelling, sandboarding and much more.
The dinosaurs that once roamed there, leaving behind the country’s largest collection of dinosaur fossils are the biggest attraction of Winton, Queensland. Follow in their (large) footsteps at the Australian Age of Dinosaurs part museum, part working laboratory. And go behind the scenes on a guided tour.
The Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum is home to the largest collection of Australian dinosaur fossils in the world. The Museum is split between three facilities, the Fossil Preparation Laboratory, Collection Room and Dinosaur Canyon
Australia has its fair share of epic outback train tours that let you witness the wild beauty of a region while travelling the historic routes taken by past generations. Among them is Spirit of the Outback, a journey through ever-changing scenery and rugged terrain between Brisbane and Longreach. With blue summer skies and rich golden soil to be seen into the horizon, the Spirit of the Outback provides the perfect opportunity to explore in comfort as the outback comes to life in front of your eyes. Dinnertime in Tuckerbox Restaurant celebrates Queensland’s culinary bounty.
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