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SOUTH WEST REGION

ABOUT SOUTH WEST REGION

Looking for an adventure? You’ll find it in the south west. In fact it’s so adventurous, they named one of the drive routes which cut through this outback territory, ‘The Adventure Way’.

Expect big nature and a kaleidoscope of colour as red sands give way to thriving wetlands and national parks,

Animals come in all shapes and sizes, from the cute and small bilbies you’ll find in Charleville to Cooper, Australia’s largest dinosaur who called Eromanga home.

Adventure isn’t just reserved for daylight hours either, when the sun’s gone down, the galaxy puts on a nightly show.

Towns in the SOUTH WEST REGION

Adavale

Once a thriving town, Adavale’s population has dwindled but the locals have done a marvellous job celebrating their history, culture and dry Outback humour.

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Augathella

Augathella, with its fascinating history of bushrangers, bullockies and bullock teams, has some memorable Outback experiences.

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Bollon

The soil gets redder as you approach Bollon – a great little western town sitting on the banks of the peaceful Wallam Creek.

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Cameron Corner

Ever wanted to be in three states at once? Stand, sit, lay, sing, dance or play golf in the most south-wester corner of Queensland. The original wooden boundary post was surveyed back in 1880 by John Cameron, the NSW Lands Department Surveyor and has been replaced with a commemorative post which marks all three states. […]

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Charleville

In the heart of ‘mulga country’, Charleville and surrounding pastoral properties are rich in history, flora and fauna.

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Cooladdi

On your way to the Quilpie opal fields stop a while in Cooladdi, one of Australia’s smallest towns.

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Cunnamulla

If experiencing the real deal is your thing, then Cunnamulla has the goods.

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Dirranbandi

Dirranbandi is a small country town that comes alive through the cotton harvest months. Home to the famed Cubbie Station, the largest irrigated cotton farm

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Eromanga

Famous for being Australia’s furthest town from the ocean, Eromanga is located 108 kilometres west of Quilpie on a fully sealed road.

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Eulo

The “Montville of the Outback”, Eulo is a small community with a large pride which is evident when you visit.

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Hebel

Hebel General Store offers amazing home cooked cakes, desserts and meals. By night it’s a restaurant under the stars.

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Injune Visitor Information Centre

Set your bearings for adventure! Tucked at the foot of the majestic Carnavon Range, 90 kilometres north of Roma on the Great Inland Way, the

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Hungerford

Hungerford is located near the Paroo River on the Queensland/new South Wales border, and still has a border gate which doubles as the Wild Dog/Dingo

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Mitchell

Soaking in the soothing mineral springs at Mitchell is just one of the surprises that awaits you in this quaint town.

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Morven

In 1859 on the mail route from Brisbane to Charleville, a small area was taken from the property Victoria Downs and set aside for public

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Noccundra

Welcome to what remains of the historic township of Noccundra, located 140km south-west of Thargomindah, 240km north of Cameron Corner and 271km east of Innamincka. During the time of early exploration and settlement, the Wilson River Aboriginal Tribe, known as the Nockaburrawarry, lived in the area. The town started with and will end with the […]

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Quilpie

A stay in Quilpie can be as busy or as relaxing as you wish. Picnic and fish at the Bulloo River.

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Roma

Only 350 kilometress north-west of Toowoomba, Roma is sometimes referred to as the ‘gateway to the outback’. Home to the southern hemisphere’s largest sale yards,

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St George

From the moment you arrive to the time you leave, St George relaxes the senses in all the right ways. Perched on the banks of

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Surat

Fresh air and great fishing are two good reasons to spend some time in the picturesque little town of Surat.

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Thallon

Signalling your approach into Thallon, giant grain silos act as landmarks for the town. Thallon was gazetted in 1911 and was named after the Commissioner

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Thargomindah

Thargomindah provides the perfect launch pad for Cameron Corner – the point where three Australian states meet.

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Toompine

Toompine known as “The pub without a town”. Cobb and Co. once serviced this town with it’s regular coach schedule. All that remains today from

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Wallumbilla

Wallumbilla is situated five hours travel from Brisbane, just east of Roma and has a population of approximately 320 residents.

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Wyandra

Wyandra is a great place to have a break and is situated half way between Cunnamulla and Charleville.

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Yowah

Yowah is ‘The Friendly Opal Field’ 165 kilometres west of Cunnamulla.

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Yuleba

To look at it on a map, Yuleba looks like a little town on the Warrego Highway about mid-way between Roma and Miles.

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Local Stories

6 New Things to See and Do in Charleville

Charleville screams adventure! Whether you’re stargazing at the Cosmos Centre, fishing on the banks of peaceful rivers, visiting the cute and cuddly wildlife or enjoying a delicious morning tea on a fully working date plantation, there really is something for everyone! Add these new Charleville region experiences to your Outback Queensland must-do list.  WWII Secret Base Enlist in the […]

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Local Shows in Outback Queensland

The following is a list of local show events in Outback Queensland in 2023 (current as at 1 March 2023 – subject to change):

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30 Reasons to Love Tambo Teddies

Have you ever visited the teddy capital of Australia? If you haven’t, then you better pack the car and get tracking to the outback town of Tambo, where the famous Tambo Teddies have called home since 1993. In celebration of the 2023 Tambo Teddies 30th Anniversary, here are 30 reasons to love these cuddly little creatures. […]

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Nullawokka First Nations Gallery & Tours

Bollon – 610km south-west from Brisbane Based in Bollon’s 140-year-old historic post office building, Nullawokka First Nations Gallery offers cultural tours, genuine Indigenous artworks, gifts, souvenirs and delicious bush tucker to take home as a reminder of your visit to Outback Queensland. Nullawokka, meaning ‘black tracks’, is owned and operated by proud Gwamu elder Bill […]

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The Big Rig

Roma – 479km west from Brisbane Have fun and learn about the origins of Australia’s multi-billion-dollar oil and gas industry at the amazing Big Rig! Along with original machinery, early rigs and the ‘Oil Patch’ prize challenge for the kids, you can climb the 40-metre tower for incredible views of the Outback landscape and enjoy […]

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