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Outback Queensland Pubs – Restored & Reopened

Great news for visitors to the Outback! Several Outback Queensland pubs that were closed, have now been restored and reopened – and now welcoming guests once again! Find out more below about the history and reopening of these iconic Aussie pubs in the Outback. Quamby Pub The Quamby Pub is located 30 minutes’ drive north-west […]

Cloncurry, home of the 2021 Australian Survivor TV Series

Everything you need to know about Cloncurry,home of the 2021 Australian Survivor TV Series Everything you need to know about Cloncurry, home of the 2021 Australian Survivor TV Series It’s the little Outback Queensland town with a gutsy big past, but for most Australians, Cloncurry is about to go on record as the mightiest backdrop […]

7 more outback pubs worthy of the trek west

Ever got the craving and travelled lengthy distances for that perfect rib-eye steak or an icy cold beverage? Since you’re not averse to spending a little time in the car for a reward of the gourmet (food) kind, take our friendly word for it that these outback watering holes are worth the slightly longer drive […]

The Wacky, the Weird and the Wonderful of Outback Queensland

Whether you’re a history buff, an adventurous bushwalker or a sports fanatic, everyone loves to check out something ‘different’. Here’s 10 of Outback Queensland’s wacky, weird and wonderful things that you should add to your trip. 1. World War II Underground Hospital in Mount Isa While it may resemble a hobbits home in Middle-earth, this […]

Drive Outback Queensland – Explore Queensland’s Backyard

If you’re thinking about a trip to Outback Queensland, this is your year. 2021 is set to be the year of Australian travel, and there’s no place better than the Queensland Outback. It has stunning and unique natural landscapes and holds our most diverse and unique history. From sacred indigenous sites to the spectacular sandstone […]

8 Things To Do In Barcaldine

At first glance, Barcaldine, or Barcy (pronounced Bark-y) as she’s known to locals, has very little to do with a tree's bark, beyond the famous Tree of Knowledge.

9 reasons to sink a coldie at the North Gregory Hotel

Well, let’s be honest, who needs an excuse for an afternoon pot of liquid gold? With warm temperatures year-round in Outback Queensland, there’s nothing better than a cold and refreshing bevvo in an iconic outback pub. But if you need some convincing as to why you should enjoy a pint at the North Gregory Hotel […]

17 must get Instagram shots of Outback Queensland

Capture this list of classic Outback Queensland images to sprinkle your Instagram feed with.

5 things you didn’t know about Biloela

Get to know Biloela which has some serious national parks cred.

What to eat in Outback Queensland

While Outback Queensland may be known for its pub counter meals, foodies can rejoice and tour their taste buds out west with these dishes.

Everything you need to know about the Windorah International Yabby Races

Every Wednesday before the iconic Birdsville Races, the Windorah International Yabby Races take over Outback Queensland's Western Star Hotel.

Aussie pub bucket list: Outback Queensland’s best watering holes

Forget pulling up at a servo hot-box in a town you can’t even recall the name of. Half the point of going outback is to make a memorable stop and support one of many quintessential, family-owned Aussie pubs. Quench your thirst and belly inside their historic walls, lined in quirky Akubras and where you’re welcomed […]