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Education Offers Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame Special offer for Queensland school students in Year 6 and 7 in 2009! The Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre is Australia’s premier Outback heritage institution. In Queensland’s central western town of Longreach, the centre provides visitors with a spectacular Queensland’s Outback experience. Since opening in 1988 the Hall has hosted over 1,200,000 visitors. As part of the Queensland’s Outback Education program, the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame will entitle each student in years 6 and 7 from Queensland to become members of the Hall at no cost. They will receive various benefits as members of the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame including: n Annual membership card n Free entry to the Hall n Quarterly newsletter n Invitations to attend special events n Discounts on Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame retail items n Free admission to the R.M. Williams Outback Stockman’s Show n 50% discount on travel bookings with Greyhound Australia (Terms and conditions apply). Members are also invited to volunteer time or resources to assist with many of the projects and the continual development of the Museum. Members’ support is greatly appreciated and is essential to retain Australia’s rural heritage for generations to come. Students will be able to sign up for this new educational experience and great offer by visiting www.stockmanshalloffame.com.au or emailing membership@stockmanshalloffame.com.au Wanpa-rda Matilda Outback education centre The first of its kind in Queensland, the centre is located in the picturesque grounds of the Australian Workers Heritage Centre in Barcaldine. The facility provides the base from which to explore the many sites of educational significance identified in this truly unique region of Australia. The Wanpa-rda Matilda Outback Education Centre services and facilities include: n Modern air-conditioned dormitory styled accommodation for 60 students plus carers n Excellent kitchen and dining facilities- self catering or full catering organised if required n Free entry to the Australian Workers Heritage Centre and grounds, featuring picnic and BBQ facilities on the banks of the bore-fed billabong n Undercover outdoor recreation area with BBQ facilities n An on-site Education Officer providing full planning support and assistance with designing an itinerary, all bookings, catering and local tours to suit individual requirements n A fully kitted camping trailer that allows for up to 50 students to go bush overnight n Curriculum packages designed to maximise and enhance your students’ Outback Experience and assist in achieving Essential Learnings for all students n Leadership camps and activities available all year round catering for Prep to Year 12 students For more information please visit www.wanpardaeec.eq.edu.au Queensland’s Outback Education Handbook | Education Offers 101
Visitor Information Centres ARAMAC Aramac Post Office P: (07) 4651 3147 E: admin_office@aramac.qld.gov.au BARCALDINE Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4651 1724 E: barcinfo@bigpond.com BEDOURIE Visitor Information Centre P: 1300 794 257 E: tourism2@diamantina.qld.gov.au BIRDSVILLE Wirrarri Visitor Information Centre P: 1300 794 257 E: info@diamantina.qld.gov.au BLACKALL Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4657 4637 E: info@blackall.qld.gov.au BOULIA Min Min Encounter and Information Centre P: (07) 4746 3386 E: tourism@boulia.qld.gov.au CHARLEVILLE Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4654 3057 E: tourism_murweh@murweh.qld.gov.au CLONCURRY Mary Kathleen Park and Information Centre P: (07) 4742 1361 E: gail_mkparkcloncurry@bigpond.com CUNNAMULLA Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4655 8470 E: cunnamullainfo@paroo.qld.gov.au HUGHENDEN Flinders Discovery Centre P: (07) 4741 1021 E: info@flinders.qld.gov.au ILFRACOMBE Wellshot Centre P: (07) 4658 3551 E: admin@ilfracombe.qld.gov.au ISISFORD Isisford Shire Council P: (07) 4658 8900 E: isisfsc@bigpond.com JULIA CREEK Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4746 7690 E: tourism@mckinlay.qld.gov.au LONGREACH Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4658 4150 E: visitinf@longreach.qld.gov.au MOUNT ISA Outback At Isa P: (07) 4749 1555 E: info@outbackatisa.com.au QUILPIE Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4656 2166 E: information@quilpie.qld.gov.au RICHMOND Kronosaurus Korner Information Centre P: (07) 4741 3429 E: enquiries@kronosauruskorner.com.au TAMBO Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4654 6082 E: tambolibrary@bigpond.com THARGOMINDAH Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4655 3399 E: thargo.info@bigpond.com WINDORAH Visitor Information Centre P: (07) 4656 3063 E: windorah_library@bigpond.com WINTON Waltzing Matilda Centre P: 1300 665 115 E: vic@matildacentre.com.au This sign denotes genuine, quality visitor information centres. These centres have achieved specified industry standards and are recognised within their region as genuine, quality information providers.
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OUTBACK Q U E E N S L A N D ’ S E
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Welcome to Queensland’s Outback S
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05 Legendary Outback
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Legendary Outback In the face of ex
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History - Barcaldine First resident
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