The 2018 Outback Queensland Tourism Symposium & Awards will shine under the spotlight from 1-4 November in Roma.
Join a guided tour of the workshop, laboratory and collection centre. It’s not every day you get to see a 95 million year old dinosaur bone up close! Take your seat in the multi-media Theatre that brings our ancient giants to life. Stay overnight in our beautiful 4 star accommodation, toast marshmallows around the fire pit and star gaze under a spectacular night sky.
Are you ready to create your own masterpiece? Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival followed by a private session led by one of their gin experts. Learn about the history of gin and the WQS story, understand and taste the vast array of botanicals used to create gin in the Outback before crafting your own 500ml bottle while savouring light refreshments. Take home your creation and enjoy a gin and tonic made on your spirit to bookend your experience.
Get 10% off The Big Rig Self Guided Tour, including the Big Rig Tower, Treewalk, and Oil Patch Museum. Immerse yourself in the stories of industry pioneers, climb the magnificent 40m Tower, take the treewalk among ancient river red gums, stand beneath the rigs and gain an understanding of the hope, ingenuity and mateship that shaped the Australian oil, gas and energy industry.
Embark on an epic 15-day Outback Legends self-drive adventure, a road trip that promises to ignite the spirit of exploration and wonder.
Uncover Outback Queensland’s fossil mysteries and delve into its ancient past on this exclusive package. Stay two nights at our beautiful onsite accommodation and join a selection of tailored dinosaur experiences. See a 95-million-year old dinosaur bone up close and meet ‘Cooper’ Australia’s largest dinosaur. Learn about the incredible mega beasts that came after the dinosaur’s extinction. Work side-by-side with our senior technicians, identifying and preparing fossils.
During Outback Queensland Tourism’s night of nights, all corners of the outback were recognised for their contribution to the tourism industry across 15 categories and two separate awards. Cobbold Gorge received two awards for their excellence as a tourist attraction and hosted accommodation. Meanwhile winning-streaks formed with three operators taking home awards in the same […]
The winners of the 2019 Outback Queensland Tourism Awards were announced over the weekend in host town, Winton. Over 200 tourism representatives gathered in Winton over three days of the 2019 Outback Queensland Tourism Symposium and Awards to celebrate the Year of Outback Tourism. A total of 15 categories saw awards given to a range […]
OUTBACK QUEENSLAND TOURISM EXCELLENCE AWARDS KEY DATESAward Submissions Open – 20 January 2023Award Submissions Close – 3 February 2023Awards Announced – 8 March 2023 The 2022 Outback Queensland Tourism Excellence Awards highlight, recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of OQTA members during the 12-month period from January to December 2022. Last held in 2019, the […]
The Mount Isa Mines Indigenous Rodeo Championships has been designed as a stand alone rodeo event with its own unique event personality and vision.
The Mount Isa Mines Rodeo is where the romance of the Australian Outback meets the grit of a mining town, and man meets beast.
The place to see all things Boulder Opal..... rough parcels, cut stones, wonderful jewelry showcasing the opal and of course all the wonderful characters.
The Queensland Women's Sand Greens Championship is a state event staged by Golf Australia. It is played over 36-holes Stroke Play and is open to
Start your Outback Adventure in Quilpie. Fishing, dinosaurs, opal fossicking and an outback station stay....it's all here in a fun filled 3 day adventure
Start planning your 2025 Outback adventure with our three night glamping adventure. Step inside our gorgeous ensuite glamping tents and sleep in 5 star beds for the perfect night’s rest. See the exciting Outback Stockman’s Show and join a behind-the-scenes Airpark tour, watch in awe at the Luminescent Longreach Light and Sound Show, toast marshmallows over the fire pit under the starry night sky, and so much more.
The 7-Day Dinosaur Trail isn't just a road trip; it's a journey back in time, blending scientific marvels with the rugged beauty of Outback Queensland.
The 7-Day Outback Giants Drive promises an immersive and unforgettable exploration of Queensland's extraordinary Outback.
A self-guided tour of the Oil Patch Museum, stand beneath the rigs and gain an understanding of the the Australian oil, gas and energy industry.
In the heart of Queensland’s Outback, Croydon’s railway heritage tells the story of a gold rush boomtown connected by the historic Normanton to Croydon line.
AOK Moondarra Caravan Park provides quality accommodation to the travelling public and caravanners for long or short term stays in Mount Isa.
Offering outstanding accommodation for corporate guests and travellers, the Abacus Motel Mount Isa is situated close to the airport (4-minute drive).
This is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. “Abbieglassie” is 110km south of MItchell in Mulga country with some box flats and pretty waterholes on the Wallum Creek. We have 30,216ha and run cattle and some sheep. There is plenty of bird life.Camping is on […]
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.
This is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Our property is located 67km North West of Chareville on Adavale Road. We are in the Queensland Outback on 40,000 acres. Our large sites offer the perfect place to base yourself and explore or to just relax […]
When in Adavale pop in to the Adavale Pub and General Store for a bite to eat, cold drink and a chat.