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Knot-o-Saurus Park — Image credit: Quilpie Visitor Information Centre

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Eromanga Knot-A-Saurus Park

The "Knot-A-Saurus Park' is an amazing sculpture of a Sauropod and her two babies located along the Natural Sciences Loop in the Quilpie Shire. Made out of 100 metre lengths of twisted aluminium is situated on the southern side of Eromanga as you leave town west for Noccundra Hotel or Innamincka this park is not only the perfect place to stop and have lunch, it's got perfect photo opportunities. Make sure to stop in on your Natural Sciences Loop journey.

Eromanga QLD

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Eromanga Living History Museum — Image credit: Copyright: Eromanga Natural History Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Eromanga Living History Centre

The Eromanga Living History Centre is a free entry, self guided tour facility. The centre derives from the rich heritage that Eromanga once and still has to offer. Take a step back into the life of a 1900s Country Women's Association (CWA) member, or gain an understanding of the various driving forces behind the region. Admire the amazing collection of period items that have been kindly donated from locals for the centre. Lounge around in media room and enjoy the 15 minute video depicting the events and people that have led to Eromanga today. The centre is a great place to visit prior to visiting Eromanga Natural History Museum, due to offering indepth introduction to the Dinosaur Project. Situated within the perimeters of Opalopolis Park, the Living History Centre is well worth stopping in. As the living History Centre is self guided the key is available to gain access to the building from the Eromanga Royal Hotel.

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See the fossils being prepared up close and personal — Image credit: ENHM

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Eromanga Natural History Museum

The Eromanga Natural History Museum (ENHM) nestled in the Australian Outback is home to Australia's largest dinosaur, a 95-98 million-year-old titanosaur called 'Cooper'. He is one of many significant fossil discoveries in the heart of the South West Queensland Channel Country. Not only does the museum have dinosaurs but some of the world's largest megafauna and a variety of micro fauna which were discovered nearby in Eulo and are thought to be 50,000 to 100,000 years old. Stage 2 is now finished boasting and new cafe and shop and located three kilometres outside of Eromanga, and approximately one hours' drive west from Quilpie. ENHM is dedicated to celebrating the prehistoric history and the amazing diversity of life of outback Australia - from the tiniest fossils the size of a sugar grain to the mightiest dinosaurs Australia has ever seen. Be amazed by the; Australian dinosaurs, megafauna, microfauna and plants. With these amazing finds and there is plenty to see and learn. ENHM offers a range of tours and experiences, learn to prep fossils and join fossil digs. The guided tour, The Australian Giants Tour runs four times a day. So come along and see what you can learn about prehistoric time.

Eromanga QLD

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Amy Johnson — Image credit: Quilpie Visitor Information Centre

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Quilpie Airport Mini Museum and Wool Scour

In 1930 famous Amy Johnson landed in Quilpie on her journey from England to Australia. A little different than now days as the Warrego Way and Natural Sciences Loop will lead you right here. The story goes that she was supposed to go to Charleville and she was following the railway line. Her map was outdated and it it had the railway line ending in Charleville .... but of course the line had been extended to Quilpie many year prior and hence she followed the line ending her in Quilpie. Many year before the airport was here in Quilpie there was a wool scour operating, so go inside the Airport building and read the history on Amy Johnson and Quilpie Wool Scour.

Quilpie QLD

90 km away

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Sports and Recreation Facilities

Quilpie Golf Club

Quilpie Golf Club offers visitors a truly unforgettable outback golfing experience, where the wide-open landscapes and red earth create a spectacular backdrop for every round. With its 18 holes featuring sand greens and natural fairways, the course provides a fun and distinctive challenge that invites players of all levels to test their skills in a setting like no other. The club has proudly played host to the iconic Outback Queensland Masters in 2021, 2023, and 2024, cementing its reputation as a must-visit destination for adventurous golfers. These events have seen players from across Australia converge on Quilpie to chase a million-dollar hole-in-one and experience the unique camaraderie that only the outback can offer. Beyond the course, Quilpie itself offers visitors plenty to explore. Discover the dazzling beauty of boulder opals at local galleries or try your luck fossicking for your own precious stones. Dive into the region's rich heritage at the Quilpie Visitor Information Centre, Museum and Gallery, or marvel at the outback night sky during the magical Quilpeta Night Show Experience. Whether you're chasing a golfing adventure unlike any other or simply looking to immerse yourself in true outback hospitality, Quilpie Golf Club promises an experience that stays with you long after the final putt drops. Come for the golf, stay for the warmth, stories, and endless horizons.

Quilpie QLD

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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Baldy Top Lookout

The best views in the Quilpie Shire are at Baldy Top lookout, along the Natural Sciences Loop and Warrego Way. Located 7.4 kilometres from Quilpie on the Toompine Road rests a red rocky formation, aptly named Baldy Top Lookout, one of the most elevated points in South West Queensland. Explore caves and crevices, untouched by civilisation whilst traversing this magnificent boulder formation which was created naturally over millions of years. A climb to the summit of Baldy Top is a relatively easy ten minute scramble. Although Baldy Top appears quite small in its surroundings, once atop this hill, one is amazed by the breathtaking panoramic landscapes that stretch as far as your imagination. Baldy Top is a photographer’s delight either at sunrise or sunset. As ancient as time itself, Baldy Top offers visitors stunning sunsets whilst experiencing the serenity and solitude of the Outback. You have not seen the Australian Outback until you have seen it from Baldy Top.

Quilpie QLD

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Agritourism

Quilpie Opal Fossicking

Allow the Quilpie Shire to introduce you to a radiant beauty - the exquisite boulder opal. You can literally try your luck at finding your own piece of opal alongside the Warrego Way and Natural Sciences Loop at the Quilpie Shire Council fossicking area, two kilometres west of Quilpie at the Quilpie Airport. This site provides a real opportunity for all ages to have a go at uncovering this pretty gemstone. Fossick for free and no permit is required.

Quilpie QLD

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Galleries, Museums and Collections

Quilpie Shire Military History Museum

The Quilpie Shire, along the Natural Sciences Loop and Warrego Way has an incredible Military History and they want to share it with you. Located next door to the Visitor Information Centre is the Quilpie Shire Military History Museum. This display features photographs, memorabilia and literature depicting Quilpie's Military History, all of which has been kindly loaned or donated by families of local War heroes. The Museum has tables and chairs for you to take a load off and have a read through some of the wonderful stories of the local legends. Be sure to take a stroll through this amazing display and learn about Quilpie's very long and proud Military History.

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Unique hand crafted tables — Image credit: Quilpie Visitor Information Centre

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Quilpie Shire Gallery, Arts and Cultural Community

To appreciate the incredible art of the Quilpie Shire all you need to do is take the Natural Sciences Loop and Warrego Way to Quilpie to start your Outback art tour. The Quilpie Shire Gallery at the Visitor Information Centre showcases local talent as well as artists from over the country. All exhibitions have an official opening and everybody is welcome to attend, drink and nibbles are provided. In the Courtyard of the VIC you will see more art in the form of corrugated cut-outs of a sheepdog and sheep. Once you arrive in Quilpie you will see along the median strip of Brolga Street life size sculptures of cattle and sheep, a drover on horseback and brolgas. A collection of Hebel Sculptures depicting different aspects of the Outback, enhance the front garden. Adjoining the Visitor Information Centre is a park featuring a mural depicting Quilpie's history. In the park you can sit and enjoy a bite to eat whilst you admire the unique hand crafted tables made from the rims of wagon wheels and created by local artist. The table tops are beautiful boulder opal mosaics inlaid with glass tile images. The Quilpie Shire library is adorned with a beaten copper and mosaic installation titled "Ancient River" depicting the dramatic, yet subtle of the elements on the surface of their landscapes.

Quilpie QLD

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Amusement and Theme Parks

Quilpeta - Quilpie Night Show Experience

Take your seat on the expansive green space in front of the supersized outdoor screen for the brand new Quilpeta Night Show. Meet your digital host, Q the Stone Curlew who will guide you through an interactive journey of the story of Quilpie stepping back some 95 million years ago. Along the way, you’ll meet giant Titanosaur Cooper and George and learn about the Quilpie’s First Nation Maranganji people. You’ll discover the colourful Boulder Opal story and early pastoral settlements. It’s a wonderful introduction to Quilpie, its people and the beauty of the Channel Country. The show will screen Tuesday and Thursday nights. (show times may vary depending on sunset times).

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Galleries, Museums and Collections

Quilpie Shire Railway Museum

Long before the Warrego Way or the Natural Sciences Loop the Quilpie Shire relied on the Railway Line. The Quilpie Shire has a long railway history with Quilpie being at the end of the Western railway line. The line was destined for the township of Adavale, but this did not eventuate instead, it was redirected to the settlement now know as Quilpie. Construction on the new railway line commenced 1911 and reached the site of Quilpie in 1917. The first passenger service commenced in 1935 and by 1951 two passenger trains per week ran between Charleville and Quilpie. In the late 1950's "The Flying Flea" as they called it, was an engine and a couple of coaches, to Quilpie. It was supposed to be the fastest timed passenger train in Queensland. Older residents have told stories of how they used to catch this train for sporting events in Charleville.

Quilpie QLD

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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

St Finbarr's Opal Altar

Take the Warrego Way or Natural Sciences Loop and explore the exquisite Quilpie Shire Boulder Opal in all its beauty. Home to one of Quilpie Shire's most iconic attractions, St Finbarr's Church rests on the foundations of an intriguing history. In 1976, the Priest at the time, Father John Ryan, decided to compliment the opal mining background of the area by commissioning local miner, Des Burton, to install a border of opal around the carving of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour. Instead, Des offered the Priest ‘a bit on the wall’. This turned out to be almost an entire wall, which is now installed on St Finbarr’s altar, lectern and baptismal font. Des Burton, the father of the boulder opal industry, is largely responsible for putting Queensland Boulder Opals on the world stage. He was a chemist with a pharmacy in Quilpie and spent many years mining opal and opening up the market worldwide. By the 1980s, Des had opened several retailing outlets including Quilpie Opals in Brisbane's Queen Street Mall. Bill Durack was part of a Toowoomba Architectural firm who designed Quilpie's St Finbarr's Church. Bill and his sister Mary Durack, author of Kings in Grass Castles, donated the beautiful glass windows in the western side of the church, in memory of their famous ancestors.

Quilpie QLD

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Landmarks and Buildings

Quilpie's 'End of the Line'

Long before the Warrego Way and the Natural Sciences Loop people relied on the Rail to explore the Quilpie Shire. Quilpie is the 'End of the Railway Line' or the beginning ...... depending on how you want to look at things. The Western Railway line reached Quilpie in 1917. At the "end of the Line' you will read about the construction of the railway and see great historical photos. Get your photo taken with a cattle wagon.

Quilpie QLD

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Parks and Gardens

Bob Young Memorial Park

Whilst in Quilpie visit the Bob Young Memorial Park which is situated in Brolga Street it is a tribute to those who served our country in the Armed Forces with a mural depicting various scenes in honour of those who served. While you are taking in these beautiful mural take your lunch or bring your meat and cook at the free barbecues in the Park.

Quilpie QLD

100 km away

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