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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.
Places to stay near Alpha
Star Gazer Jericho
52 kmThis is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Just a simple easy accessible flat land site, in the beautiful town of Jericho. Ideal for Star Gazing. Half acre of land to enjoy. Only a short walk to Pub/Store, Swimming Pool, Public Toilets, and The smallest […]
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MoreThings to see and do near Alpha
The Alpha region is famous for its petrified wood and its latest attraction the Fossilised Forest sculpture reflects this.
The Fossilised Forest Sculpture
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Beta was situated in a small town and railway settlement about 30 kilometres west of Alpha, between Alpha and Jericho.
Beta Hut and Railway Memorabilia
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The Jane Neville Rolfe collection is named after the famous water colourist who visited Alpha Station in the 1800s.
Jane Neville Rolfe Art Gallery
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Behind the Alpha Tourist Information Centre in Shakespeare Street is the Tivoli Theatre Museum that houses a collection of memorabilia from the early settlement days.
Tivoli Theatre Museum
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Created by Antone Bruinsma, the Fossilised Forest sculptures celebrates the Alpha areas rich collections of fossilised wood.
Fossilised Forrest Sculptures
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Alpha is branded the ‘Town of Murals’ due to the 27 colourful murals painted on buildings throughout the town.
Alpha Murals
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Redbank Park is loated on the banks of the Jordan River just east of Jericho.
Redbank Park, Jericho
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The Jericho Drive Inn is the smallest Drive Inn Theatre in the Southern Hemisphere. It is a unique experience to watch the latest movies.
Jericho Drive-In Theatre
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Tambo’s Wilderness Way is a self-drive tour through an area of rugged beauty, known as the ‘Roof of Queensland’.
Tambo’ s Wilderness Way Self Drive Route
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Visitors can experience the action of a live sale from the purpose built viewing deck.
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Between the Bougainvilleas is an award winning heritage trail, which showcases some of Barcaldine’s varied and colourful history.
Between the Bougainvilleas Heritage Trail
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