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The Workshops Rail Museum
This rail museum has 15 exhibition zones and tells the story of Queensland's rail history
in a fun, interactive way. North Street, North Ipswich.
Ipswich Art Gallery
This gallery is chock full of visual, interactive and multi media art displays. There is a
kid's friendly zone that allows children to create their own original artwork. D'Arcy Doyle
Place, Nicholas Street.
Ironbark Ridge
This winery produces many award winning wines. The historical tasting room built in the
early 1900's, was originally a miner's cottage and now offers Cellar door tastings and
sales along with a selection of cheeses, olives and coffee. Middle Road.
Bellevue Homestead and Vineyards
This historic homestead is heritage listed and is a rare example of a Victorian and
Edwardian mix of architecture. The rooms are loving restored with period furniture to
match the bygone era. West Road, Coominya.
Rosewood Railway Museum
This community oriented Railway Historical Society provides an opportunity to
experience the bygone era of steam train travel. Train rides between Kunkala and
Cabanda Stations available on the last Sunday of each month. Kunkala Station, Freeman
Road, Rosewood.
Ipswich City Heritage Trails
There are six of these trails in and around the city of Ipswich, three for walking and three
for driving. Ipswich has a plethora of historical buildings and sites, the heritage trails
have more than 78 buildings listed. Some are open and provide guided tours whereas
others are private and can be just viewed from the road. The map and pamphlet for the
trails can be picked up from the council ofices or the tourist information centre.
Nerima Gardens
These peaceful gardens in the city are a tribute to Ipswich's sister city Nerima in Japan. It
is a lovely garden to stroll in or have a picnic in.
Longreach
Longreach is in the Central West area of Queensland and is the largest town out here.
Longreach was originally a campsite for shearers and only started to expand when a
railway line was put through here in 1892. Longreach is the pioneer home of Qantas, it
had its headquarters here for seven years in 1922. However, today Longreach is thought
of as a typical outback town and many tourists flock here to experience the pioneer feel
of the place.
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