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ABOUT Alpha

Gateway to the West.

Alpha was named after an early property in the area which was taken up in 1863 and then became established as a service town for railway construction workers. The town belongs to the Barcaldine Shire, one of Queensland’s largest cattle producing areas. Located on the Capricorn Highway, its streets are named after poets, the main street being Shakespeare Street.

The region is famous for its petrified wood and you can see firsthand the sculpture by Cedar Creek artist Antone Bruinsma. It is a representation of a boulder that has been opened to reveal its treasures and mysteries with the Fossilised Forest Sculpture in the main street. The exterior of the sculpture has interesting forms, carvings and stone attachments to reflect the history of the prehistoric area in which petrified wood formed.

Take a leisurely walk around the ‘Town of Murals’ and view the 27 murals Alpha has to offer. The murals have been painted by local resident artists and beautifully pay tribute to the pioneers of the bush and the history of the district.
You can soak up Alpha’s history at the Jane Neville Rolfe Art Gallery, the Tivoli Theatre Museum, the New Bridge, Beta Hut and Settlers Park.

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Places to stay near Alpha

Barcaldine Country Motor Inn

The Barcaldine Country Motor Inn is a quality air-conditioned motel situated on the corner of the Capricorn and Landsborough Highways.

Mitchell Grass Retreat

Luxury Under Canvas. Opened in 2020, Mitchell Grass Retreat is a luxury glamping retreat based in Longreach, Outback Queensland.

Saltbush Retreat

Saltbush Retreat’s rustic but beautiful accommodation reflects the unique textures and tones of Outback Queensland.

Bailey Bar Caravan Park

This little tree lined park is a winter haven for many travellers looking for a homely stop over on their way to the north.

Camping at Apex Park, Moura

Apex Park offers affordable camping in Moura, in the Banana Shire.

Camp at Goovigen Recreation Grounds

Goovigen Recreation Grounds is a quiet, low-cost campground located on Stone Crescent in Goovigen. Grassy and slab sites available with easy access from the highway.

Camp at Chain Lagoons, Taroom

Chain Lagoons is a free camping area not far from Taroom.

Located off the Leichhardt Way on Chain Lagoons Road.

Roma Central Motel

The brand new Roma Central Motel offers contemporary well-appointed accommodation. They are centrally located and just a few minutes’ walk to most facilities in Roma.

Charlotte Plains

Charlotte Plains is a family-owned and operated sheep station near Cunnamulla Queensland!

Cunnamulla Tourist Park

The park is ideally located at the cross roads of the Matilda and Adventure Highways and is the perfect spot to base yourself.

Glenmorgan Bottle Tree Inn

Stop overnight at The Bottle Tree Inn. Settle into an air-conditioned self-contained motel unit, and then enjoy a counter meal at the pub attached.

Diamantina National Park Camping

Enjoy spectacular sunsets and abundant bird life from river bank or beside the creek when camping in Diamantina ‘under the shade of a coolibah tree’.

Redbank Park, Jericho

Morven Historical Museum

Mitchell on Maranoa Art Gallery

Isla Gorge National Park

Bladensburg National Park

Corfield and Fitzmaurice Building

Greycliffe Homestead

Quilpie Memorial Swimming Pool

Whitula Gate Museum

Jack Brown Lions Park

Richmond Fossil Hunting Sites

Bush Tucker Garden

While at Alpha why not try these Tours

Outback Aussie Tours – Day Tours

Outback Aussie Tours is a family-owned local operator with over 35 years of experience and unrivalled local Outback Queensland knowledge, passion and connections.

Outback Aussie Tours – Outback Rail Adventure Day Tours

The Outback Rail Adventure is Outback Aussie Tours’ newest tourism experience reconnecting our visitors with the romance of rail.

Outback Pioneers

Outback Pioneers’ award-winning outback tours and experiences, based in Longreach, is all about holidays and experiences that bring the pioneer past to life.

Charleville’s ‘Magnificent 7’

Discover stars, WWII secrets and bilbies for starters on Charleville’s ‘Magnificent 7’ day tour in Outback Queensland. Morning tea, lunch and transfers included.

WWII Secret Tag-A-Long Tour – Charleville

Discover why over 3500 United States Army Air Force personnel were stationed in Charleville during World War II.

Outback Date Farms

Outback Date Farms is an Australian, family run enterprise based in Charleville, Queensland. We grow delicious eating dates. The farm is environmentally friendly, utilising recycled

Red Dirt Tours

Red Dirt Tours is your Winton touring specialist and offers a number of tours to the spectacular natural and man-made attractions of the Winton region.

Eromanga Natural History Museum

The Eromanga Natural History Museum is committed to discovering, conserving and showcasing the fossil, natural and cultural heritage from the prehistoric and modern-day environments.

St George Heritage Tour

Discover the stories and legends of St George, including a visit to the Anchorage Homestead with a fully guided tour including morning tea.

Sandytown River Cruises

Sandytown River Cruises offers visitors an opportunity to experience the beautiful Balonne River, a small but important part of Queensland’s inland river system.

Cobbold Gorge Tours

Deep in the heart of the Gulf Savannah region of Far North Queensland is a hidden outback oasis – Cobbold Gorge.

Dingo Trax – Birdsville and Outback Queensland

Whether you are a seasoned 4WD enthusiast or completely new to it all, Dingo Trax have your back!

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