This Charleville Information and Attractions list is just a small example of the many things you can do and see in and around Charleville.
Our Tourist attractions include the famous Cosmos Centre the only place to view the outback sky in all its glory.
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About Charleville Charleville, housing just a small population of around 3500, is situated in South West Queensland on the banks of the Warrego River.. Read more |
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About Augathella Augathella is an outback town in western Queensland which lies on the Matilda Highway in the Murweh Shire. .. Read more |
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The Bilby Experience Meeting this delightful and interesting marsupial is a highlight for many visitors who come to Charleville. Read more |
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Cosmos Centre Charleville’s spectacular clear night sky, unaffected by the lights and pollution which cover the stars in city areas… Read more |
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Station Tour (Thurlby) Situated just 8km’s from Charleville (along with the Evening Star Caravan Park), experience life in the bush first hand… Read more |
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Graham Andrews Parklands Feed the Ducks and enjoy a stroll. These gardens were constructed after the 1990 flood, as a gift to ourselves. Read more |
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“Stories and Scones” Corones Tour Love a great story? Then boy have we got a great one for you! Harry (Poppa) Corones, a true Charleville pioneer… Read more |
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Historic House A group of dedicated volunteers are keeping our history alive! Historic House Museum began life in 1888 and is one of the… Read more |
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Royal Flying Doctor Service Visitor Centre The RFDS Visitor Centre provides an incredible insight into this iconic outback service which is still being delivered to the people… Read more |
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Check Out Charleville Tour Get the inside story on why Charleville has such a wide and varied flood history and what’s being done to prevent them. Read more |
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Fishing Yellow Belly, Silver Perch, Murray Cod, Jewfish and Black Bream. If these words mean something to you, then you need to go fishing in our neck of the woods! Read more |
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Rock Wallabies At Queensland Parks & Wildlife Office you have the opportunity to view Yellow Footed Rock Wallabies. Read more |
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Outback Native Timber Walk Interested in identifying native trees? Call into the Charleville Visitor Information Centre to collect your copy of the Outback Native… Read more |
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Heritage Audio Trails Hear the history of Charleville by those who know it best – the locals. Charleville history is wide and varied… Read more |
Charleville, housing just a small population of around 3500, is situated in South West Queensland on the banks of the Warrego River. Despite its small population this outback town is rich in Australian history and tourist attractions.
When visiting this lively rural town you can explore a number of excellent shops, eat at a number of fine restaurants and have a true-blue Australian experience.
Spend a couple of days discovering the outback country in Charleville and meet with the warm and friendly towns’ people who will make your visit even better.
Augathella is an outback town in western Queensland which lies on the Matilda Highway in the Murweh Shire. It is situated 748 kilometres west of Brisbane and 85 kilometres north of Charleville.
This region is rich in Australian outback history and the local towns people are more than welcoming, so put Augathella down as one of your road trip destinations.
Bookings: (07) 4654 7771
Times: High Season ONLY (April to mid October)
6.00pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday Nights
Meeting this delightful and interesting marsupial is a highlight for many visitors who come to Charleville.
During the “The Bilby Experience” you will meet the dedicated volunteers, who will share their knowledge and passion for the preservation of this delightful marsupial. “The Bilby Experience” creates an opportunity for you to learn more about their survival, habits and habitat.
Qantas Drive, Charleville
Phone: (07) 4654 7771
Website: www.cosmoscentre.com
Email: obguides@bigpond.com
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Charleville’s spectacular clear night sky, unaffected by the lights and pollution which cover the stars in city areas, is the focus of the Charleville Cosmos Centre.
Astronomy by Day – During the day you have a number of activities to enjoy. Hold meteorites from space in your hand, find out what the ancient Astronomers believed and learn how time, light and gravity fit together. ‘Journey to Infinity’ in the Cosmos Theatre. Find out whatever happened to PLUTO! Find out your age and weight on other planets!
Astronomy by Night – The evening presentation at the Cosmos Centre is a delight. Take a tour with an experienced guide of the Outback Night Sky through powerful Meade Telescopes. See such things as star clusters, planets, nebulae and learn about the Milky Way and how we fit into the Solar System.
Please visit the Cosmos Centre website for pricing and opening times.
Charleville-Adavale Rd, Charleville
Phone: (07) 4654 2430
Email: eveningstar@activ8.net.au
Website: www.eveningstar.com.au
Situated just 8km’s from Charleville (along with the Evening Star Caravan Park), experience life in the bush first hand as you weave your way through Thurlby Station.
Learn about the unique grazing and water management practices of this semi-arid Mulga Country and find out what life is like for people living on the land in Outback Qld.
Wednesday & Saturday @ 9:00am -$40 pp morning tea provided.
(Tour is subject to weather conditions and is available on other days for group bookings)
Situated on the Mitchell Highway in Sturt Street.
Feed the Ducks and enjoy a stroll. These gardens were constructed after the 1990 flood, as a gift to ourselves. It’s an outback oasis, with a lake, outback native timber walk, vortex guns, working windmill, watercourse, adventure playground, picnic shelters and free BBQ’s.
“Stories and Scones”Corones Tour
Historic Corones Hotel Tour
33 Wills Street, Charleville
Phone: (07) 4654 7111 for bookings
Times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 2pm (2 hours)
Price: $25pp includes afternoon tea
Bookings essential
Love a great story? Then boy have we got a great one for you! Harry (Poppa) Corones, a true Charleville pioneer has a story like no other.
Arriving in Australia penniless, Harry went on to place himself in Australian history books not once – but twice! He was granted permission to use the royal insignia on crockery for the hotel, hosted many famous guests and so much more.
This tour is filled with fabulous history, quirky stories, beautiful architecture and tales of famous guests (find out what unusual request Amy Johnson made). Complete with scrumptious afternoon tea, this is one story you can’t leave without hearing.
87 Alfred Street, Charleville
Phone: (07) 4654 3349
Email: historichousemuseum@bigpond.com
Open: Monday – Friday 9am to 3pm and Saturday 9am to 12 noon (please note – these times may vary as run by volunteers)
Price: $5 Adults & 50c for primary school age children
A group of dedicated volunteers are keeping our history alive!
Historic House Museum began life in 1888 and is one of the few ‘Queenslanders’ left in Charleville.
Originally built as the National Bank and Manager’s Residence, it has since been a boarding house and private residence. The building retains many original features, including the marble fireplaces.
The historic collections include working gramophones, clothing and tools from the town and surrounding stations. The machinery collection includes a Dennis Fire Engine, Rail Ambulance, and a replica Cob & Co Coach.
At times, visitors to the Museum are treated to a performance by George on the Auto Harp.
Finding the many quirky items in the Historic House Quiz; it’s a fun way to experience our collection and discover things you might otherwise miss
Royal Flying Doctor Service Visitor Centre
John Flynn Way, Charleville
Phone: (07) 4654 1233
Open: March to October – Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm Weekdays and public holidays 10am to 4:30pm
November to February – Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm Closed weekends and public holidays
Price: Free Admission
The RFDS Visitor Centre provides an incredible insight into this iconic outback service which is still being delivered to the people of the outback by the Flying Doctor.
Medical supplies and radio equipment have changed dramatically over the years and throughout it all the Flying Doctor always made it through. The long history of the medical service to remote outback communities is explained in an introductory film. Enjoy displays of past and present equipment and medical kits. Absorb information that will take you through the journey from the humble beginnings of the RFDS through to the present day operations of this vital service to outback communities.
Phone: (07) 4654 7771
Email: enquiries@cosmoscentre.com
Open: Easter to October – 7 days 9am to 11am
Price: $15 per person
Please note – minimum of two people required for this tour to operate
Get the inside story on why Charleville has such a wide and varied flood history and what’s being done to prevent them.
Equally as frequent … Fires … (no we don’t have a firebug) but find out just why so many of our early buildings have burnt down and had to be rebuilt. This tour offers two hours of fabulous history and amazing stories.
Yellow Belly, Silver Perch, Murray Cod, Jewfish and Black Bream. If these words mean something to you, then you need to go fishing in our neck of the woods!
Whether you have a day, weekend or a whole week, fishing is a popular pastime in the QLD outback, and there is nothing like the thrill of landing a 10 pound Yellow belly.
For a map, information on fishing spots and bag limits call into the Visitor Information Centre.
At Queensland Parks & Wildlife Office you have the opportunity to view Yellow Footed Rock Wallabies.
There is a picnic table in the native garden near the Wallaby enclosure. National Parks & Environmental information are on display in the foyer.
1 Part Street, Charleville 07 4654 477
Monday to Friday 8.30 to 4.30 – closed weekends
Outback Native Timber Walk
Interested in identifying native trees?
Call into the Charleville Visitor Information Centre to collect your copy of the Outback Native Timber Walk written guide & map.
Take the self-guided walk around the lake in the Graham Andrews Parklands to identify 18 arid species of tree that can be found in the outback
Hear the history of Charleville by those who know it best – the locals!
Charleville history is wide and varied and in many cases was instrumental in Australian History. The trails come complete as an audio CD, complete with a map. When you’re finished it becomes a unique Charleville souvenir.
CD & Map available from the Charleville Visitor Information Centre ($5)
