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Morven Great Artesian Basin

Morven is fortunate to be situated on the Great Artesian Basin, ensuring the town of a constant and reliable water supply. The water is approximately two million years old, and really did run off the backs of dinosaurs! Today, two bores provide Morven with their water. The depths of the bores range from 700 to 800 metres; pumps are needed to ensure adequate water pressure is provided to every household. The main bore has an interpretive sign, explaining this amazing water source, the largest underground Water Reservoir in the Southern Hemisphere.

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Wirrarri Visitor Information Centre

The Wirrarri Visitor Information Centre is situated in the heart of the iconic outback town of Birdsville. It is a great first stop to find out all you need to know about Birdsville, the Simpson Desert, Diamantina National Park and the vast Diamantina Shire. The Centre offers interesting information about this unique place the locals call home. The Wirrarri Visitor Information Centre has internet access for the use of locals and visitors alike.

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Augathella Kenniff Tree

There is nothing like having a connection to Bushrangers. During the late 1800s and early 1900s, the notorious Bushrangers, the Kenniff Brothers, tethered their horses under this magnificent old Coolibah tree between their many cattle and horse stealing escapades. Often referred to, (but not entirely accurate) as 'Australia's Last Bushrangers', Patrick and James (Jimmy) Kenniff, lived a life filled with horse stealing, cattle duffing, armed robbery and let's not forget murder! Growing up in New South Wales, the boys moved to Queensland in the 1890's. Settling in and around the Mitchell area, it wasn't long before their career in stealing

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Cameron Corner Loop

The Cameron Corner loop is an ideal way to experience the real Outback. This journey will leave you breathless, passing through open gibber plains where you can see for miles to sandy undulating land. The Cameron Corner loop offers contrasting landscapes and experiences. You can discover the history of the early pioneers, enjoy the wildlife, fish in the Cooper or simply relax and absorb the Spirit of Adventure. Highlights of the Cameron Corner Loop include: Noccundra Hotel; Wilson River; Cameron Corner; 'The Yellow Bus'; Bollards Lagoon; Innamincka and Cooper Creek; Burke and Wills Dig Tree; and Gas and Oil Fields.

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Robbers Tree

A living reminder of the Cunnamulla Bank Robbery in 1880, The Robber, Joseph Wells, hid in the tree but was quickly captured by the irate townspeople whose money he had stolen. Joseph Wells goes down in history as the last man, in Queensland, to receive the death penalty for his particular crime.

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Outback Queensland Region Events »«

Harry Redford Cattle Drive
The Harry Redford Cattle Drive is an authentic droving trip which follows in the steps
Dinosaur Discovery Week
When was the last time you dug for a dinosaur? Few can casually answer 'oh,
Isisford Sheep and Wool Show
The Isisford Sheep and Wool Show is set to take place again at the Isisford
Shockwave Festival
Shockwave is a festival for the young and the young at heart. It is an
Blackall Heartland Festival
The Blackall Heartland Festival is western Queensland's premier arts and cultural festival, offering 10 days
Porcupine Gorge Challenge
The first Porcupine Gorge Challenge was held in 2001 in conjunction with the Centenary of
Tambo 150 Year Celebration: A Week In The West
Tambo is a cohesive community with a strong 'sense of place' that is reflected in
Boulia Camel Races
The famous Boulia Camel Races, held annually on the third weekend in July, attract people

Outback Queensland Region Attractions »«

Longreach Powerhouse Museum
The Longreach Powerhouse Museum is the largest preserved rural generating facility in Australia. Displays in
Hydro Power Plant
The Hydro Power Plant is the first in Australia and third in the World! In
Steiger Vortex Rainmaking Guns
The Steiger Vortex Rainmaking Guns are on display in the Graham Andrews Parklands of Charleville.
Kunmurri Artist Trail
The Kunmurri (Rainbow Serpent) Artist Trail is a detailed map tour in booklet form that
Blackall Aquatic Centre
What better way to rest, relax and unwind after a day's sightseeing but in the
Artesian Waters Day Spa
Artesian Waters offers all beauty therapy services as well as hydrotherapy services. Hydrotherapy is the
Bulloo River Heritage Trail
Experience the freedom of the outback way of life and the beauty of this arid
Leahy Historical House
Leahy House was built around 1885 when a deed of grant was made to the
Thomson River
The Thompson River is located approximately four and a half kilometres north west of Longreach
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Ilfracombe Historical Society Incorporation
A wonderful display of machinery, some of it very rare and almost all collected within

Outback Queensland Region Accommodation »«

Cameron Corner Store
Cameron Corner is located on the junction of Queensland, New South Wales and South Australia
Stonehenge Caravan Park
The Stonehenge Caravan Park is centrally located in Stonehenge diagonally across from the hotel, the
Townview Motel
The Townview Motel, located in Mount Isa, is a family run business with 24 spacious
Matilda Motel
Come along and enjoy the friendly hospitality of your hosts Neville and Lorraine, at the
Travellers Haven Backpackers
Travellers Haven Backpackers is located close to the centre of Mount Isa. Single, double, twin
Blackall Caravan Park
The Blackall Caravan Park offers powered and unpowered sites, fully self-contained cabins and units. Camp
Jundah Caravan Park
The Jundah Caravan Park is located at the rear of the Barcoo Shire Memorial Park
Rest Easi Motel
The Rest Easi Motel is located on the Flinders Highway in Hughenden. This quiet and
Augathella Palms Motel
Augathella Palms Motel offers spacious new luxury units featuring King size beds in a quiet