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Historical Mural Series

Follow the trail of Millmerran and Cecil Plains' historical murals, where various stages of the region's history are depicted on the side of buildings. The Old Millmerran Butter Factory Mural depicts the development of the dairy industry. Swim costume fashions of years gone by feature on the wall of Millmerran's Swimming Pool. The Millmerran Reservoir Mural shows the development of transport from the nineteenth century to the early part of the twentieth century. The four giant Murals at the Cecil Plains Memorial Hall illustrate life on the land and the coming of the railway line.

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Scenic Circuit Track

Probably the most popular walk on Bunya Mountain, this track from the Dandabah picnic area passes through bunya pine forest and a variety of mountain scenery. This easy walk allows you to discover delightful rock pools, Festoon and Tim Shea Falls, and passes through a huge strangler fig tree. Ticks are active all year round. Reduce exposure to ticks by wearing insect repellent and check yourself carefully for ticks. Boil or treat water for drinking or bring your own. Avoid lingering under bunya pines between December and March.

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The Big Rig

Over a hundred years ago, on Roma's Hospital Hill, a drilling crew was boring for water when, suddenly, the unexpected happened: 'Strewth, it's gas!' exclaimed a surprised driller as gas, mud and water gushed out of the well. With this event, quite by accident, Australia's oil and gas industry was born. The Big Rig celebrates the unique history of Australia's oil and gas industry, collecting together intriguing stories, photos, facts and objects, in a variety of fascinating multi-media exhibits. The Big Rig also houses the accredited Roma Visitor Information Centre where you can pop in to get all the information

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Western Downs Region Attractions »«

Glenlyon Dam
Glenlyon Dam is ideal for wildlife viewing and many water sports including skiing, sailing and
Nindigully Pub
Nindigully Pub, Queensland's oldest hotel, is still in it's original condition and location, on the
Expedition National Park
With sheer sandstone cliffs 100 metres high, Robinson Gorge winds past cabbage palms and bottlebrushes
Riverside Freezing Works and Rabbit Factory
The Riverside freezing works and rabbit factory aims to illustrate a very important era in
Montys Garage Vintage Car Museum Glenmorgan
Montys Garage is a 1940s style auto garage which is now a Vintage Car Museum
Palm Tree Creek
Palms unique to the upper Dawson River catchment area including the Livistona palm can be
Chinchilla Historical Museum
Come and enjoy an 'old time' experience for the whole family. Chinchilla Museum offers insight
Miles Historical Village and Museum
Miles Historical Village and Museum is one of Australia's leading regional museums. It was officially
Scenic Circuit Track
Probably the most popular walk on Bunya Mountain, this track from the Dandabah picnic area
The Looking Glass
The Looking Glass walking track leads walkers through the colourful woodlands of the Maranoa River

Western Downs Region Accommodation »«

Possum Park
Possum Park lies nestled in 360 acres of tranquil bushland, 20 kilometres from Miles in
Injune Motel
Injune is base camp for your Carnarvon Gorge experience so plan ahead and choose to
Pioneer Caravan Village
Pioneer Caravan Village is a 15 minute walk to the diverse and developing historical town
Rachels Cottage
Rachel's Cottage is a historical workers cottage built in 1898 as the family home of
Roma Mid Town Motor Inn
Roma Mid Town Motor Inn is a motel in the centre of Roma, offering accommodation
BIG4 Goondiwindi Tourist Park
BIG4 Goondiwindi Tourist Park is the perfect stay in Goondiwindi. Relax in parkland setting while
The Town House Motor Inn and Restaurant Sundowner
The Town House Motor Inn (A Sundowner property) is ideally located in Marshall Street, right
Jacaranda Country Motel
Welcome to the Jacaranda Country Motel in St George, Queensland. This ultra modern, attractive motel
Blenheim Backpackers
Blenheim Backpackers was established in 2007 as an offshoot of the Dirranbandi Caravan Park. It