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ABOUT Blackall
Named after Sir Samuel Blackall, the second Governor of Queensland, Blackall is located on the Matilda Highway . The district was discovered in 1846 by explorer Major Thomas Mitchell and the township was gazetted in 1868; there is plenty of heritage and history to uncover.
Literally growing on the sheep’s back, Blackall became a thriving outback township. You can discover all about the wool industry at the Historic Blackall Woolscour, the last remaining scour in Australia, a virtual living museum.
Blade shearer Jack Howe put Blackall on the map in 1892 at ‘Alice Downs’ when he set a world record by shearing 321 sheep in seven hours and 40 minutes. It actually took another 58 years before anyone could match this feat and that was by machine shears.
Blackall was the first Outback town to start drilling an artesian bore back in 1885, today visitors can rest, relax and revive in the natural artesian waters at the thermal spa and swimming pool at Blackall’s Aquatic Centre.
Blackall is also the home of the Black Stump which was used for surveying purposes and permanently marks the original Astro Station established in 1887. Anything west of this point is said to be ‘beyond the black stump’.
Whether spending a long time or a short time, there is plenty to see and do in Blackall!
Places to stay near Blackall
Oasis Motor Inn Blackall
0 kmOasis Motor Inn Blackall invites you to experience new levels of comfort as Blackall’s newest four star motel.
MoreBush Camp @ Slygo Station
85 kmThis is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Bush camp on the road between Jericho and Blackall. Cleared sites, with lovely bush outlooks, ideal for self-contained campers wanting peace and quiet. Lots of birdlife – great for bird watchers! On a clear night – the […]
MoreTambo Cabin & Caravan Park
94 kmThis is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Tambo Cabin and Caravan Park – Come stay with us! Cliff and Tanya Reid are the proud owners of this establishment. The park has had a total revamp and is coming together nicely. There’s new camp kitchen, […]
MoreRoyal Carrangarra Hotel
95 kmThe Royal Carrangarra Hotel has old school basic pub rooms, with shared facilities.
MoreBarcaldine Country Motor Inn
99 kmThe Barcaldine Country Motor Inn is a quality air-conditioned motel situated on the corner of the Capricorn and Landsborough Highways.
MoreDunblane
101 kmDunblane is a wool sheep grazing property located just off the Landsborough (Matilda) Highway 8km west of Barcaldine.
MoreStar Gazer Jericho
113 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 […]
MoreIlfracombe Caravan Park
142 kmThis is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Located just 28km due East of Longreach on the Matilda Way, Ilfracombe Caravan Park offers shady powered van sites and comfortable cabin style accommodation. Experience a sense of freedom and adventure as you spend time exploring the […]
MoreSaltbush Retreat
163 kmSaltbush Retreat’s rustic but beautiful accommodation reflects the unique textures and tones of Outback Queensland.
MoreAlbert Park Motor Inn
163 kmAlbert Park Motor Inn is located a short walk away from Qantas Founders Museum and Airport and the Stockman’s Hall Of Fame.
MoreLongreach Tourist Park
163 kmLongreach Tourist Park is a true outback experience, full of colourful characters and a must do location for all travellers.
MoreMitchell Grass Retreat
165 kmMitchell Grass Retreat brings a new accommodation experience to Longreach that captures the essence of the Outback.
MoreLongreach Motor Inn
165 kmWelcome to the Longreach Motor Inn & Harry’s Restaurant, located across the road from the Longreach Railway Station and 200 metres from downtown.
MoreThe Staging Post – Longreach
165 kmThis boutique heritage-themed accommodation is inspired by the style of the pioneer era and by the stagecoach journeys that linked Longreach with the outside world.
MoreLongreach Caravan Park
165 kmLocated in a quiet area, the Longreach Caravan Park is a family owned park and offers; powered and unpowered sites in shady and grassed ares.
MorePowell Creek
172 kmThis is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Powell Creek is a working cattle station with all the wonders of a national park, beautiful creeks, gorges and a multitude of Australian flora, fauna and wildlife. Camp under a million stars. You might even see a […]
MoreThings to see and do near Blackall
Blackall Golf Club is a standout in Queensland’s outback golf scene — a friendly, community-focused club where every round feels like a country adventure.
Blackall Golf Club
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The Major Mitchell Memorial clock commemorates Thomas Mitchell who was the first European to explore this area back in 1846.
Major Mitchell Memorial
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Donated by Robert Perry, descendent of the circus troupe that carved their name into history when they formed way back in the 1860’s.
Perry Bros Circus Elephant
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If you like your art alfresco, then you’ll love the Blackall Sculpture Trail.
Blackall Art & Sculpture Trail
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Jack Howe, Australia’s most famous shearer, shore a record of 321 sheep in 7 hours and 40 minutes in 1892.
Jack Howe Sculpture
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Anything west of here “is beyond the Black Stump”. Located behind the Blackall State Schools in Thistle Street is the Black Stump memorial.
Black Stump
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What better way to rest, relax and unwind after a day’s sightseeing but in the warm waters of the Great Artesian Basin at Blackall Aquatic
Blackall Aquatic Centre
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The Five Mile Waterhole is a great little waterhole which is quiet and shady location with plenty of room for keen fishermen.
Five Mile
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The Blackall Woolscour is the last remaining steam operated wool washing plant in Australia. This complex is a living museum.
Blackall Historical Woolscour
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Visitors can experience the action of a live sale from the purpose built viewing deck.
Blackall Saleyards
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While at Blackall why not try these Tours
Stratford Country
132 kmStratford Country offers immersive tours of Indigenous and Pioneer history and modern beef production for self-contained caravaners on all-inclusive weekends.
MoreQueensland Helicopters
160 kmQueensland Helicopters is a family owned business that prides itself on customer service and safety.
MoreOutback Aussie Tours – Day Tours
162 kmOutback Aussie Tours is a family-owned local operator with over 35 years of experience and unrivalled local Outback Queensland knowledge, passion and connections.
MoreOutback Aussie Tours – Outback Rail Adventure Day Tours
162 kmThe Outback Rail Adventure is Outback Aussie Tours’ newest tourism experience reconnecting our visitors with the romance of rail.
MoreOutback Pioneers
162 kmOutback Pioneers’ award-winning outback tours and experiences, based in Longreach, is all about holidays and experiences that bring the pioneer past to life.
MoreTravel West Outback Tours
201 kmTravel West operate Four Wheel Drive Motel Accommodated Tag Along Tours to Birdsville, Innamincka and the Corner Country.
MoreOutback Grave Keeper Tour
202 kmJoin the mysterious Grave Keeper as he unlocks the secrets of the outback.
MoreCharleville School of Distance Education
202 kmYou are invited to come along and experience the Distance Education way of schooling. Charleville School of Distance Education (formerly Charleville School of the Air)
MoreCharleville Bilby Experience
202 kmSee bilbies in their nocturnal house and learn how the breeding facilities are making a massive difference at saving them from extinction.
MoreCharleville’s ‘Magnificent 7’
202 kmDiscover stars, WWII secrets and bilbies for starters on Charleville’s ‘Magnificent 7’ day tour in Outback Queensland. Morning tea, lunch and transfers included.
MoreOutback Date Farms
203 kmOutback Date Farms is an Australian, family run enterprise based in Charleville, Queensland.
MoreWWII Secret Tag-A-Long Tour – Charleville
203 kmDiscover why over 3500 United States Army Air Force personnel were stationed in Charleville during World War II.
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