Travel Action Matilda Country Magazine 2023 - Volume 34

THE MATILDA WAY
and MATILDA BYWAYS
4/5 ----------------------------------------------- Map
6 ------------------ Comments from the Director
7/10 -------------------- Bourke/Kidman Way
11 --------------------------------------- Mitchell
12/14 ----------------------------- Cunnamulla
15/16 -------------------------------------- Eulo
17 ---------------------------------------- Yowah
18/20 -------------------------- Thargomindah
21/24 ---------------------------------- Quilpie
COVER PHOTOGRAPHS
Follow the Map Pins from the top to the bottom
1 : Opened in March 2022 this new attraction in Barcaldine
called the Pat Ogden Tower gives 360 degree views of the
surrounding area. Pat was a former publican, Councillor and
longtime resident. Photo courtesy of John Ursem
2: When visiting the Central Highland’s Gemfields check out
the Wetlands at Sapphire. A beautiful and peaceful walk awaits
you as you stroll through the excellent pathways meandering
through the landscape. Photo courtesy of John Ursem
3: Don’t forget the Channel Country Music Festival held at
Thargomindah on the 15th and 16th July. Heaps of room
for campers and caravans for a great weekend of music
and dancing. Photo courtesy of The Thargomindah Visitor
Information Centre
4: One of the beautiful sculptures erected as part of the
Savannah Way Art Trail. This one can be found at Karumba
overlooking the Gulf of Carpentaria. Check it out at sunset for
an amazing view. Photo courtesy of John Ursem
5: When in Longreach enjoy a ride on the Thomson Belle
Paddle Steamer as it makes it way along the river. Enjoy the
shoreline scenery and the spectacular sunsets. Photo courtesy
of Outback Pioneers
6: As you drive along the Matilda Way from Blackall to
Barcaldine take the turnoff to Lara Wetlands. It is a hidden
jewel and part of a privately owned cattle station. You will
never forget the atmosphere and the camaraderie of fellow
campers and amazing birdlife. Photo courtesy of John Ursem
7: It ‘s the 100th anniversary in the copper city of Mount
Isa so be sure to enjoy some of the attractions and activities it
has on offer. Explore the Underground Hospital of yesteryear,
The Riversleigh Fossil Centre and feel the atmosphere of an
Underground Mine. Photo courtesy Outback at Isa
8: Not to be missed this season is an out-of-the-earth
experience. The world’s first Indigenous balloon will adorn the
skies of Burketown each morning during the tourist season
giving those on board a magnificent view of the landscape and
maybe even a Morning Glory. Photo courtesy of Yagurli Tours
9: One of the “Must See” attractions is the Australian Age of
Dinosaurs near Winton. As you enjoy your tour you will come
face to face with these life-sized bronze dinosaurs outside the
March of the Titanosaurs exhibition. Photo Courtesy Australian
Age of Dinosaurs
10: When in Longreach drop into the Railway Station and
book a ride on the lastest attraction to town, the Outback
Rail Adventure. The train now with a permanent home, was
brought to town by Outback Aussie Tours. Photo courtesy
Aaron Skinn
Gemstone Features: Queensland is a fossickers paradise and
for those keen to try their luck head to Opalton for opals, the
Gemfields of the Central Highlands for sapphires or Mount
Surprise for topaz.
25/27 -------------------------------- Charleville
28/29 ------------------------------------- Tambo
30/31 --------------------------------- Windorah
32 ----------------------------------------- Jundah
33 ----------------------------------- Stonehenge
34-39 ------------------------------------ Blackall
40/43 --------------------- Sapphire Gemfields
44/45 ------------------ Central Qld Highlands
46/51 -------------------------------- Barcaldine
52/54 -------------------------------- Muttaburra
55 ---------------------- Aramac, Jericho, Alpha
56/68 -------------------------------- Longreach
69 -------------------------------------- Ilfracombe
70 ------------------------------- Yaraka, Isisford
71/85 ------------------------------------- Winton
86 ----------------------------------------- Kynuna
87/88 ---------------------------------- McKinlay
89/90 -------------------------------------- Boulia
91/92 --------------------------------- Mt Isa
93/95 --------------------------- Julia Creek
96/97 ------------------------------- Hughenden
98/99 ------------------------------ Chillagoe
100/101 ----------------------- Savannah Way
102 --------------------------------- - Mt Surprise
103/104 ---------------------------- Georgetown
105 ---------------------------------- Forsayth
106/107 -------------------------------- Croydon
108/110 ---------------------------- Normanton
111/114 ------------------------------ Karumba
115/119 ---------------------------- Burketown
120 --------------------------------- Doomadgee
121 ----------------------------------- Hells Gate
122 -------------------------------- Camooweal
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