Past & Present Drive

Past & Present Drive.gif Take a step back in time on this full day drive to explore some of the rich European and Aboriginal history of the South Burnett.  Make a stop for a picnic or relaxing bushwalk through a natural conservation park or perhaps partake in a spot of boating or fishing in the regions popular recreational dams.


Name: Bjelke-Petersen Dam
Phone: (07) 4169 9000
Fax: (07) 4168 2627
Address: 42 Stephen Street West, MURGON, QLD, 4605
Bjelke-Petersen Dam
 Details: Murgon Shire is located at the northern end of the South Burnett region of south-east Queensland, Australia.
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Name: Boondooma Homestead Museum & Heritage Complex
Phone: (07) 4168 0159
Fax: (07) 4168 0237
Address: 8262 Mundubbera-Durong Road, PROSTON, QLD, 4613
Boondooma Homestead Museum & Heritage Complex
 Details: The complex represents a step back in time to 1847, when the Lawson brothers with Robert Alexander established the Boondooma Station. As with other isolated stations in the early days, the homestead and surrounding acreage was built with the basic necessities similar to a small village. The remains of these buildings are 'in situ' today - the homestead which is being restored, the Stone Store, Post Office, and the grave of an early Manager. To this has been added a Museum, DPI Hut, toilet block and caretaker's residence.
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Name: Cherbourg Lookout
Address: CHERBOURG, QLD, 4605
 Details: Located near the Cherbourg Emu farm and botanic gardens, also known as Bert Button Lookout this site is surrounded by an array of native bush tucker plants and offers stunning panoramic views over Bjelke-Petersen Dam.
 

Name: South Burnett Region Timber Industry Museum
Phone: (07) 4168 5652
Fax: (07) 4168 5652
Address: 80 Haly Street, WONDAI, QLD, 4606
South Burnett Region Timber Industry Museum
 Details: The South Burnett Region Timber Museum in Wondai was officially opened on 24 November 2001 and is proving to be a popular destination with travellers. Conveniently situated on the main Bunya Highway, and with ample parking for cars, caravans and coaches, it is an impressive addition to Wondai which is becoming a popular 'tourist stop' on the burgeoning South Burnett Wine Trail.
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