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Historical Museum: a varied collection of memorabilia including steam engines, a replica 1910 sawmill and a slab cottage. Also an excellent display of local petrified wood known as 'Chinchilla Red'; open 9am–4pm Wed–Sun; Villiers St. Pioneer Cemetery: headstones tell early history. Also a monument to Ludwig Leichhardt; Warrego Hwy.

Cactoblastis Memorial Hall: dedicated to the insect introduced from South America to eradicate the prickly pear cactus; Boonarga, 8 km E. Fossicking: for petrified wood at nearby properties; licences and details from visitor centre. Fishing: good spots include Charleys Creek and the Condamine River; details from visitor centre. Chinchilla Weir: popular spot for boating and waterskiing, plus freshwater fishing for golden perch and jewfish; 10 km S.

Lake Boondooma 107 km

Situated on the Boyne River to the west of Bjelke Petersen Dam, this lake is about 15 km from Proston. Since its construction in 1983, a variety of species have been stocked here. Australian bass, silver perch and... Find out more

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Bjelke Petersen Dam 145 km

Lake Barambah is a 22 sq km water about 15 km south-east of Murgon. It is regarded as one of the state’s best waters for big bass, but also has yellowbelly, silver perch and saratoga. It is relatively shallow for a... Find out more

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Wuruma Dam 176 km

Situated 35 km north of Eidsvold, this 18 sq km little-known water contains Australian bass, barramundi, saratoga, silver perch, yellowbelly and sleepy cod. A Stocked Impoundment Permit is required. There is a large... Find out more

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Lake Wivenhoe 204 km

Impoundment fishing for native species in southern Queensland has enjoyed phenomenal growth and it all began at Lake Wivenhoe. Situated about 80 km west of Brisbane on the Brisbane Valley Highway, Wivenhoe has a surface... Find out more

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Cania Dam 235 km

Located close to Monto, Cania Dam holds yellowbelly, silver perch and Australian bass to 3 kg. Cania’s big drawcard though is the saratoga. Initially stocked with only 200 individuals, the saratoga have bred to a... Find out more

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Lake Monduran 240 km

Lake Monduran is near Gin Gin, a four-hour drive north of Brisbane on the Bruce Highway. Although it appears narrow, it has a surface area of 53 sq km and a holding capacity of 585 900 ML of water, which is about 1.6... Find out more

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Lake Lenthall 241 km

Anyone who has read about the barramundi boom in Queensland’s impoundments will know about lakes like Awoonga, Faust and Callide. But there are many, less- known waters that also offer excellent fishing, and one of... Find out more

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Dawson River 246 km

Moura is a two-hour drive west of Gladstone. Better known for its prime cattle production and huge coalmines, the township and the nearby Dawson River is not exactly number one on most people’s list  of top... Find out more

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Mooloolaba 249 km

It’s 6am on the Mooloolaba waterfront behind Kawana Waters Hotel. The temperature is mild enough to be wearing shorts and a shirt. All is quiet amid the moored boats except for the eager anglers sitting around the... Find out more

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Cycling the Sunshine Coast and hinterland 221 km

Join a half-day or longer guided bike tour with Bicycle Tours of Queensland, particularly the popular Sunshine Coast ride or Maleny to Glass House Mountains. A back-up bus is included if it all gets too much.... Find out more

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Mount Coot-tha Forest 245 km

The largest natural area in Brisbane, this 1500 hectares of open eucalypt forest holds more than 18 kilometres of walking tracks, 12 kilometres of mountain-biking tracks and a further 31 kilometres of multi-use tracks.... Find out more

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North Lakes Resort Golf Club 243 km

Good course designers have tricks up their sleeves when it comes to spurring golfers to rise to the challenge. They can visually intimidate you with large schemes of bunkers or water hazards encroaching on the best... Find out more

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Twin Waters Golf Club 245 km

By the end of the 1980s, Queensland’s Sunshine Coast had a handful of good member clubs. In the ’90s, as the region became home to Australia’s fastest growing population, more golf courses and more... Find out more

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Pelican Waters Golf Club 245 km

It took 54 years for his dream to be realised, but when Pelican Waters Golf Club finally opened for play in 2000, not even the visionary behind the original idea could have imagined it would turn out as good as it... Find out more

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Hyatt Regency Coolum Resort 246 km

Resort courses are sometimes labelled, perhaps unfairly, as all being similar to one another: wide fairways, big undulating greens, large bunker schemes, the obligatory drinks cart. Some might even say a round of golf... Find out more

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Brookwater Golf & Country Club 247 km

Brookwater opened to considerable fanfare in 2002, with many observers quick to draw comparisons with Augusta National, venerable home of the US Masters. The varied terrain, inventive bunkering and undulating putting... Find out more

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Noosa Springs Resort 247 km

Laid out across 50 hectares of bushland on the shore of beautiful Lake Weyba, Noosa Springs takes you on a gently rolling journey between rainforest pockets, along the edges of lakes and through bloodwood forest,... Find out more

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Mondo Organics, West End 250 km

Australia’s first organic restaurant when it opened in 2000, Mondo Organics serves a range of organic meats, including beef, chicken, duck and lamb, and the fish is chosen for the sustainability of the catch. The... Find out more

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Sunshine Coast Brewery 239 km

Queensland’s longest-running microbrewery has been operating from an industrial estate on the outskirts of Maroochydore since 1998. It was established by Jim Robinson and Queensland craft-beer pioneer Graham Howard... Find out more

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Castlemaine Perkins (Fourex) Brewery 249 km

The pages of Australian brewing history are littered with take-overs and acquisitions, and while Castlemaine Perkins sounds like a merger, it was, in reality, yet another buy-out. As the name suggests, the Castlemaine... Find out more

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Chinchilla Weir camping area 9 km

Catch some perch, catfish or Murray cod in the Condamine River near this campsite, where a maximum 2-night stay applies. There is a boat ramp on-site but fishing is not permitted within 200 m of the weir wall.... Find out more

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Archers Crossing camping area 9 km

A great spot for fishing, Archers Crossing has a boat ramp on the southern side of the river. Suitable for self-sufficient campers, the only facilities are the shelter shed, tables and barbecues. The site is on the... Find out more

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Grays Reserve camping area 16 km

This small site has no facilities and suits self-sufficient campers only. From Chinchilla, travel 16 km south along Chinchilla–Tara Rd. After a large dip in the road, travel 200 m and turn right onto the... Find out more

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Jandowae accommodation park 48 km

You’ll find a good range of facilities at this park, 50 km north of Dalby, but bring your own firewood. There’s a swimming pool, camp kitchen, laundry facilities, kiosk and the option of self-contained... Find out more

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Dogwood Creek camping area 50 km

This old sawmill site is now a clearing for campers, but offers no facilities. It is reached from Barakula State Forest Rd off Auburn Rd. Go past the Department of Primary Industries area and look for the forestry camp... Find out more

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Caliguel Lagoon camping area 66 km

Very popular with waterskiers, this site is 7 km south of Condamine and 33 km south of Miles. Bring your own firewood and water to the camping area, reached from Condamine–Meandarra Rd. ... Find out more

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Wilga camping area (bush camping) 81 km

On the northern side of Lake Broadwater, this secluded campground is linked to The Lake camping area via a 2 km track. You can learn about the park’s vegetation along the walking track and see the remains of an old... Find out more

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The Lake camping area 82 km

This camping area among the shady red and blue gum trees of Lake Broadwater Conservation Park lies 30 km south-west of Dalby. The lake is a popular watersports venue and the forests surrounding are great for... Find out more

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Burton’s Well camping area 92 km

Camp among the ancient grass trees with beautiful forest surrounds at this large site, 8.5 km north-west of the QPWS information centre. The carpark is a short walk from the 50 designated camping spots. A gas/fuel stove... Find out more

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Westcott camping area 95 km

Suitable for tents only, there is no vehicular access to this small partly shaded campground, but parking is just 20 m away. There are fireplaces but use the firewood sparingly. The site is 4 km north of Dandabah on... Find out more

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Possum Park Caravan and Camping Park 59 km

We always enjoy staying at this unusual caravan park; once a World War II munitions dump, the underground bunkers have been converted to cabins. Owner-operated, it is a great park set in a quiet location alongside the... Find out more

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Yarraman Caravan Park 134 km

Perched high on a hill about 1 km north of Yarraman, the park has a great outlook over the surrounding areas. This is an easy park to access. It has a large number of sites and is popular with caravan clubs who can use... Find out more

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Homestead Caravan Park and Cabins 136 km

This is a quiet park off the highway where every site has its own ensuite. It is a great stopover on the journey north or a good base from which to explore the Bunya Mountains. The ensuite sites are good value.... Find out more

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Bjelke-Petersen Dam Tourist and Recreation Park (formerly Yallakool) 144 km

This is a large park on the shores of the Bjeilke-Petersen Dam. Modern extensions have seen the installation of ensuite sites. It is an ideal location for breaking the journey, catching up on some rest or catching a... Find out more

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Barambah Bush Caravan Park 145 km

This is a bush area with a caravan park. There are good facilities and several kilometres of bushwalking trails. Bookings required at peak periods and a minimum-length stay at Easter and long weekends.... Find out more

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Crows Nest Caravan Park 153 km

Only 1 km south of Crows Nest on the New England Highway, the park has a popular licensed restaurant and offers easy access for vans and larger motorhomes. It is good value for money.... Find out more

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BIG4 Toowoomba Garden City Holiday Park 160 km

Colourful, manicured gardens greet you at the entrance of this high-quality park in a quiet spot, about 3 km from the city. The park has great amenities and is a good base for exploring this wonderful city and... Find out more

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Toowoomba Motor Village Caravan Park 161 km

Located on the southern approach to Toowoomba, this is an older establishment but has good facilities and amenities and is an ideal base for exploring the local area.... Find out more

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Roma Big Rig Tourist Park 183 km

A clean modern park close to the Warrego Highway on the eastern approach to Roma, this is within walking distance of the Big Rig tourist attractions and just a few blocks from the centre of town. It becomes busy during... Find out more

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Villa Holiday Park 185 km

This well-maintained park about 2 km from the town centre is our choice of places to stay in Roma. A winery and shop adjoin the park, and there are large grassy areas, clean amenities and a selection of cabins. It gets... Find out more

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Glass House Mountains Eco-Lodge 231 km

The simple, down-market rooms here include the use of old train carriages for a communal kitchen and group area. An old church has also been recycled, and all greywater and blackwater is used on site to irrigate the... Find out more

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Destiny Boonah 247 km

Set on 80 hectares of Land for Wildlife property, this self-contained three-bedroom cottage is solar- and wind-powered. You are encouraged to bring a mountain bike or go bushwalking on the property, which is located near... Find out more

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Archers Crossing Camp Area 8 km

T/O 72 km W of Dalby (L) or 10 km E of Chinchilla (R) Very secluded camp area located 15 kilometres south of the highway via Hopeland Road, Hopeland School Road and Archers Crossing Road. Good shade. NOTE: Last 4... Find out more

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Chinchilla Weir Camp Area 8 km

T/O at Chinchilla onto Tara Road Lage camp area located 8 kilometres south of town on the banks of the Condamine River. Good shade and facilities. NOTE: Some powered sites available. GPS: S26 47.957 E150 34.785 ... Find out more

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Warra Rest Area 36 km

Middle of town Large area just off the highway at the old railway display. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S26 55.755 E150 55.165... Find out more

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Miles Park Area 45 km

Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade.  GPS: S26 39.609 E150 11.063... Find out more

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Dogwood Creek Rest Area 46 km

1 km W of Miles (R) or 138 km E of Roma (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 39.338 E150 10.753... Find out more

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Condamine Rest Area 54 km

Middle of town Small town park adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 55.602 E150 07.918 ... Find out more

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Caliguel Lagoon Camp Area 58 km

T/O 91 km N of Moonie (L) or 3 km S of Condamine (R) Large area 4 kilometres west of the highway at the lagoon on the Meanderra Road. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S26 59.031 E150 06.68... Find out more

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Drillham Rest Area 65 km

19 km W of Miles (R) or 120 km E of Roma (L) Small area just off the highway on the bank of the river. GPS: S26 38.28 E149 58.50... Find out more

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Dalby Park Area 79 km

Middle of town Shady park adjacent to the highway at the information centre. Excellent facilities. GPS: S27 10.817 E151 15.600... Find out more

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Wandoan Rest Area 96 km

South side of town Large area just off the highway at the visitor information centre. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 07.339 E149 57.524  ... Find out more

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Barneys Rest Area 117 km

72 km W of Miles (R) or 67 km E of Roma (L) Large area just off the highway among the trees behind the truck bay. Good shade. GPS: S26 37.269 E149 27.389... Find out more

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Swinging Bridge Camp Area 123 km

89 km N of Toowoomba (R) or 28 km S of Yarraman (L) Large area well off the highway behind the hotel in Cooyar. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S26 58.865 E151 50.000... Find out more

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Yuleba Creek Rest Area 124 km

79 km W of Miles (R) or 60 km E of Roma (L) Large area just off the highway on the banks of the creek among a few large trees. Good shade. GPS: S26 36.653 E149 23.416  ... Find out more

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Lendel Rest Area 134 km

70 km N of Toowoomba (L) or 47 km S of Yarraman (R) Large grassed area just off the road. Limited shade. NOTE: No sign. GPS: S27 05.595 E151 55.012... Find out more

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Nanango Park Area 136 km

South side of town Parking adjacent to the highway. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S26 40.753 E151 59.865... Find out more

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Wallumbilla Park Area 144 km

Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 35.214 E149 11.317... Find out more

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Black Stump Rest Area 146 km

44 km NW of Gayndah (R) or 34 km SE of Eidsvold (L) Large area just off the highway around a few trees. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S25 34.414 E151 18.65... Find out more

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Glebe Weir Camp Area 153 km

T/O 27 km N of Taroom (R) or 67 km S of Theodore (L) Large area located 26 kilometres east of the highway on the Dawson River in a shady bush setting. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 27.81 E150 02.03... Find out more

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Goomeri Park Area 156 km

North side of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 10.848 E152 04.054... Find out more

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Claude Wharton Weir Rest Area 158 km

3 km NW of Gayndah (L) or 75 km SE of Eidsvold (R) Small secluded area well off the highway on the river. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 36.776 E151 35.606... Find out more

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Crows Nest Falls Camp Area 158 km

T/O 43 km N of Toowoomba (R) or 74 km S of Yarraman (L) Small secluded camp area located 6 kilometres east of the highway in a natural bush setting in Crows Nest Falls National Park. Good facilities and shade.  ... Find out more

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Gayndah Rest Area 158 km

East side of town Small area adjacent to the highway overlooking the river. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 37.727 E151 37.460... Find out more

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Hampton Park Area 158 km

31 km N of Toowoomba (R) or 86 km S of Yarraman (L) Parking area adjacent to the highway at the information centre. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S27 21.453 E152 04.159  ... Find out more

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Lawless Rest Area 159 km

34 km N of Goomeri (L) or 68 km SE of Gayndah (R) Large grassed area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S25 56.681 E151 57.141... Find out more

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Binjour Range Rest Area 159 km

17 km NW of Gayndah (R) or 61 km SE of Eidsvold (L) Large area well off the highway among the trees. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 32.009 E151 29.927... Find out more

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Chain Lagoon Rest Area 159 km

T/O 15 km N of Taroom (R) or 80 km S of Theodore (L) Secluded area located 1.5 kilometres north of the highway at the lagoon. Good shade. GPS: S25 31.392 E149 46.644... Find out more

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Pioneer Place Park Area 159 km

99 km NW of Goomeri (R) or 3 km E of Gayndah (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities and reasonable shade. GPS: S25 37.409 E151 38.286... Find out more

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Monte Cristo Rest Area 164 km

42 km N of Goondiwindi (R) or 54 km S of Moonie (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S28 10.814 E150 16.844... Find out more

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Toowoomba South Park Area 164 km

74 km N of Warwick (L) or 10 km S of Toowoomba (R) Small park adjacent to the highway around a few trees. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S27 38.743 E151 56.177 ... Find out more

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Ban Ban Springs Rest Area 167 km

75 km N of Goomeri (L) or 27 km SE of Gayndah (R) Large area just off the highway opposite the roadhouse. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S25 40.904 E151 48.958... Find out more

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