The ‘Curry’, as it is affectionately known by locals, is 120km east of Mount Isa and 400km south of the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Few places can claim to be as influential in shaping Australia, as Cloncurry. Birthplace of the Royal Flying Doctor Service and destination of the first Qantas flight. Cloncurry is a community that celebrates outback life, the true Australian way.
Founded by Ernest Henry in 1867 with the discovery of copper, Cloncurry’s core industries include grazing, transport services, copper and gold mining.
Spend a couple of days in the ‘Curry’ and don’t miss out on seeing some of the area’s most popular attractions including Cloncurry Unearthed Visitor Information Centre and Museum, John Flynn Place Museum & Art Gallery, Chinaman Creek Dam, Cloncurry Lookout and Mary Kathleen Mine.
Visit Cloncurry Unearthed and ask our friendly staff for advice on things to see and do in the ‘Curry’, pick up a unique souvenir, purchase a fossick licence, or simply enjoy a coffee or cold drink on the veranda.
When vision meets innovation, all goals are achievable. In honor of the extraordinary efforts and achievements of Australia’s early pioneers, the Cloncurry John Flynn Place Museum pays tribute to Reverend John Flynn and his team for their dedication and success in overcoming isolation and bringing communication education, and
What's SUP! A short drive from Cloncurry and you too can be spending the day here at Chinaman Creek Dam. A popular recreation spot for locals and visitors alike. Swim, canoe, fish, boating or simply take in the tranquility around you. There are a number of free barbecue and picnic facilities for you to make use of while you are there too. #outbackqueensland #outbackqldmagicmoments #thisisqueensland #chinamancreekdam #visitcloncurry #experiencecloncurry #cloncurry #thecurry #getoutside #outback #birdwatcher #twitcher #birdlife #swimming #canoeing #fishing #sup #bbqlife #picnicday #termitehill #australianoutback #outbacklife #exploremore #roadtrip #fromwhereyoudratherbe #lovewherewelive #holidayherethisyear #beautifulonedayperfectthenext #seeaustralia #holidayherethisyear
In 1958 the Mary Kathleen Mine and Township was officially opened, and became home to roughly 1,000 residents. But after it was shut down in 1981, the whole town was dismantled and cleared away, leaving behind dirt roads and driveways that lead to bare concrete foundations. Located between Cloncurry and Mount Isa, the remaining concrete slabs from the abandoned uranium mining town make this a great spot for caravans. Both the township and mine are considered one of the must see places in Outback Queensland. PS: Even though the water might look tempting, you cannot swim here. #outbackqueensland #marykathleen #marykathleenmine #noswimming #ghosttown #abandonedtown #marykathleenuraniummine #uranium #uraniummine #mining #mininghistory #experiencecloncurry #discovermtisa #mtisa #cloncurry #thecurry #caravanning #4wd #roadtrip #getoutside #outback #outbacklife #exploremore #fromwhereyoudratherbe #lovewherewelive #thisisqueensland #goodtogo #beautifulonedayperfectthenext #seeaustralia #holidayherethisyear
Have you heard? @survivorau is coming to Outback Queensland! The toughest show on earth is heading to Cloncurry. Season 6 of the @tvweekmag Logie and Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts @aacta Award-winning format, produced by @endemolshineau for Network 10 and hosted by Jonathan LaPaglia, will inject an estimated $14.6 million into the state’s economy and create approximately 150 jobs for Queensland crew. #SurvivorAU coming soon to @channel10au #outbackqueensland #survivorau #survivor #visitcloncurry #experiencecloncurry #cloncurry #thecurry #overlandersway #matildaway #overlandersway #getoutside #outback #channel10 #tvweeklogies #jonathanlapaglia #outbackqldmagicmoments #australianoutback #outbacklife #exploremore #roadtrip #wheretofirst #drivenorthwestqld #drivenorthwest #fromwhereyoudratherbe #lovewherewelive #thisisqueensland #goodtogo #seeaustralia #holidayherethisyear
The Cloncurry water tank is located on Chinaman Creek Dam Road and can be clearly seen from the Barkly Highway. Joel Fergie aka @_thezookeeper painted this 360 degree mural featuring on one side an Indigenous lad by the name of Barrack, a proud boy of the Mitakoodi Community. Joel met Barrack on the day of his school @naidocweek performance, where he danced with a group of kids called the 'Deadly Dancers'. The other side features Brianna. Along with Barrack, she is also a 'Deadly Dancer'. Brianna is symbolised throwing a paper plane across the landscape, portraying Cloncurry as the birthplace of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Great video by @karthikeyansd #outbackqueensland #outbackqldmagicmoments #chinamancreekdam #visitcloncurry #experiencecloncurry #cloncurry #thecurry #overlandersway #matildaway #getoutside #outback #installationart #watertankart #siloart #streetart #australianoutback #outbacklife #exploremore #roadtrip #wheretofirst #drivenorthwestqld #drivenorthwest #fromwhereyoudratherbe #lovewherewelive #thisisqueensland #goodtogo #beautifulonedayperfectthenext #seeaustralia #holidayherethisyear
From the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and pristine beaches of Townsville to the rugged rocky outcrops and red sand of north-west Queensland, the @overlandersway will take you through towns rich with history, dinosaur discoveries and some of the world's quirkiest events; all without having to leave the bitumen. Follow the footsteps of Australia's droving heroes, who lead thousands of cattle from the Northern Territory across Queensland to coastal markets and discover the unspoilt beauty of Outback Queensland. Starting in Townsville, it takes you through Charters Towers and the Outback towns of Hughenden, Richmond, Julia Creek, Cloncurry, Mount Isa and Camooweal on the Queensland-Northern Territory border. The entire journey is 1097kms. Find out more https://www.outbackqueensland.com.au/drive/overlanders-way/ #outbackqueensland #outbackqueenslandplaylist #overlandersway #outbackroadtrips #thisisqueensland #goodtogo #outbackqldmagicmoments #drivetime #journey #socialdistancing #drivemap #ontheopenroad #openroad #4wdlife #roadtrip #roadtrips #roadtripideas #hittheroad #hittheroadjack #getoutside #exploremore #wheretonext #fromwhereyoudratherbe #lovewherewelive #thisisqueensland #goodtogo #beautifulonedayperfectthenext #seeaustralia #holidayherethisyear
