Central-West Outback Region | Outback Queensland

Travel Times

Longreach to Winton 1hr 50m

Longreach to Charleville 5hr 30m

Longreach to Brisbane (by air) 1hr 45m

Longreach to Townsville (by air) 2hr 25m

Weather

Average Temperature 31º C

Average Rainfall 393 mm

About Central West Region

There’s lots to love about the heart of the Outback.

Outback Queensland’s central west wears its history on its sleeve, proudly the birthplace of Qantas, Waltzing Matilda and Australia’s Labor Party.

Pioneering history is at its core of the central west and you can explore it by galloping horse-drawn stagecoach, sunset river cruises and live performances at the Stockman’s Hall of Fame.

For history that predates early settlers, the world’s largest collection of Australia dinosaur fossils can be found at the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum in Winton.

Towns

Alpha

Aramac

Barcaldine

Blackall

Corfield

Ilfracombe

Isisford

Jericho

Longreach

Middleton

Muttaburra

Opalton

Tambo

Winton

Yaraka

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Itineraries

Don't miss the iconic spots and hidden gems. No matter where you go in the Outback, there are amazing itineraries for you to explore.

Meanwhile in the #outbackqueensland Central West Region

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We think following these locals to Jundah is a great idea.

Jundah is at the centre of the Channel Country and its name comes from the Aboriginal word for women.

Jundah, situated on the banks of the Thomson River, is the administration centre for the Barcoo Shire. Within walking distance the Thomson River provides a scenic fishing and recreational area with panoramic river views and drives.

Great video by @blakerepine

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With yesterday's news of restrictions easing, now is the time to plan your trip to Outback Queensland starting with your accommodation.

Two hotels rated by @urbanlistbne amongst the best can be found in Longreach and Einasleigh.

@saltbushretreat rustic but beautiful accommodation reflects the unique textures and tones of Outback Queensland and is within walking distance of Longreach hero attractions, Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Qantas Founders Museum.

@gilbertonoutbackretreat exclusive private luxury retreat is located in the gorgeous gold fields country of northern Queensland, Australia. The retreat overlooks the Gilbert River and offers magnificent panoramic views.

Take a look for yourself https://www.theurbanlist.com/brisbane/a-list/best-regional-hotels-queensland

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Judd’s Lagoon located 5km southeast of Yuleba is a local and visitors spot to go to for relaxing, flora and fauna and maybe throw a line in.

Yuleba is located 60km east of Roma along the Warrego Way. Prominently featured in the history of the Cobb & Co service with the last horse drawn service in Australia from Surat to Yuleba in 1924.

Great photo by @swagatummy

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You'll dig this!

There's some bookings left to to dig for your own fossils with Kronosaurus Korner these school holidays.

The Mini-Paleo Adventure is a family friendly dig day where their paleontologist will make sure you have all the training and tools to look for fossils of marine reptiles, fish and invertebrates.

Or the Digging@Dawn tour which offers a journey through the discovery and reconstruction of Australia’s ancient past. Glimpse an insight into the science that breathes life back into the ‘real life monsters’ that once haunted Australia’s Early Cretaceous period.

Go to https://www.kronosauruskorner.com.au/digs for all information and to book your dig.

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Cruising through Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park.

Journey 540km north-west of Mount Isa (4WD-only and phone reception-free) and you’ll be in 28,200 hectares of Boodjamulla National Park.

Once restrictions are open for this National Park you can have a quick visit or stay a few days but it is recommend to explore the national park with a guide.

There are seven walking trails ranging from 600m to 7km to take you along the length of Lawn Hill Gorge.
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