If you thought luxury resort stays were reserved for Australia’s coastline, then you clearly haven’t been to Gilberton Outback Retreat.
Mount Isa might be known for its bucking bulls and hard hat wearing locals, but the town is also affectionately known as the ‘oasis of the outback’ and for good reason. Amongst its ochre-red ranges, lies Lake Moondarra, 16km downstream from the Rodeo Capital. If you find yourself in The Isa, we’ve got you covered with eight reasons you […]
By Sally Bird One of Queensland’s most remote towns is also its most renowned. Birdsville is just as hot on travel bucket lists as its bitumen is in summer (read: over 40 degrees). Perched on the eastern edge of the Simpson Desert, Birdsville is surrounded by vast gibber plains and braided Channel Country. What it lacks […]
If you had to name a city considered one of the largest in the world by mass, would Mount Isa be a contender? Romantically known as “The Isa”, there’s a lot to be discovered in this ol’ mining town, and as the capital city of Outback Queensland, you’ll be wise to let the experts guide […]
When you think of Windorah, do you think of water? If not, get yourself to the heart of the channel country, where criss-crossing creeks interrupt the dry, red dirt plains of Outback Queensland. En route to Birdsville, it’s home to the famous Windorah International Yabby Races and swells from a population of 100 people to thousands, one night a year. If you find yourself in the west, here’s how we recommend spending […]
Nestled in the middle of the outback, there’s one town that’s known for its colour and culture. You’ll find Blackall sitting smack bang in the middle of the Matilda Way, providing a stay-a-while spot on your roadtrip. Stretch those legs and explore Blackall, starting off with this list of fun facts. 1. Blackall is home […]
Nestled in the south east pocket of Outback Queensland, there’s a stretch of bitumen that’s known for its afternoon shows. Follow the candy coloured dusks along the Sunset Way, a 1.5-hour tourist drive that takes you west through a string of tiny towns from Tara to Surat.
If you trace your fingers along a map of the Matilda Way and Adventure Way, they’ll meet each other in Cunnamulla. Whether you’re heading from Melbourne to the Gulf or Brisbane to South Australia, this outback town will end up in your travel agenda. Perched on the banks of the Warrego River, you’ll find Cunnamulla 780km west […]
Bride and Grooms from all over the country are tracking to Outback Queensland for an unforgettable wedding in an unforgettable location.