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Meekatharra is a small town situated on the Great Northern Highway, in the Mid West region of Western Australia. It is a centre for sheep and cattle transshipment, initially by rail but now by road trains. It is also a regional home to the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the School of the Air. Heritage buildings in Meekatharra maintain character in the town centre while the local museum puts it all into context. Located in the library, the museum contains more than 100 photographs and items of memorabilia of life through the ages in Meekatharra.Those visiting Meekatharra can find short-term parking at the Lions Park Area, situated in Hill Street. There is no fee to stay here and parking is limited to 24 hours. A dump point is located at Lot 58 Main Street, and potable water can be obtained from the Visitors Rest Area, also located in Main Street. Meekatharra is a quaint town, rich in history. Active and profitable gold mining operations continue in the district and the relics of those long since past, dotted throughout the countryside, fill the imagination of the inquisitive tourists. The Meeka Rangelands Discovery Trail provides a fascinating insight into the history, and natural and cultural heritage of Meekatharra along an easy three kilometre walk around Meekatharra Creek. The trail also includes the Meeka Lookout, an opportunity to take in the vast red rangelands and appreciate the beauty of the outback landscape.Tourist/Visitor Centre          Council Office, adj to museum & library, 54 Main St, MeekatharraPh: 08 9980 0600reception@meekashire.wa.gov.auwww.meekashire.wa.gov.au Casual Parking       Main St, between Savage St & Porter StShort Term Parking           Vacant lot opp Royal Mail Hotel; Lions Park Area, Hill St, 24hrLong Term Parking            Peace George, Gascoyne Junction RdDump Point  Lot 58, Main St. Lat: -26.59366 Long: 118.49593Potable Water          Main St, at the Visitors Rest AreaHospital        Savage St, Ph: 08 9981 0600Doctors Surgery     Outpatients at the hospital, Mon-Fri: 9am-12pm & 2pm–4pmPharmacy     Main St, next to Coates Hire, Ph: 08 9980 1798Supermarket            Farmer Jacks Foodworks, Main St, Ph: 08 9981 1088

Springsure is located 66km south of Emerald on the Gregory Highway. Overlooking the town is the unusual escarpment range, Mt Zamia. On the eastern side of the range is Virgin Rock, acquiring its name from the weathered likeness of the Virgin Mary holding her child, depicted in the niche of the rock. Take a drive out to the Lions Park, on the northern side of town, to view this breathtaking sight lit up at night. The Bauhinia Shire has one of the highest percentages of National Parks of any Shire in Queensland.   Those visiting Springsure can find short-term parking for up to 24 hours at Virgin Rock Rest Area, located along the Gregory Hwy. Potable water and a dump point are both located at the showgrounds.Minerva Hills, just 10 minutes’ drive from Springsure, overlooks the town, offering spectacular views from several lookouts. Carnarvon is the most popular inland National Park featuring sandstone gorges, crystal clear streams and plenty of ferns, palms and trees. The Staircase Range was built in the 1880s by the Chinese to service the new settlements of the area and is a testament to the pioneering spirit of early road builders. With so many national parks to explore, Springsure is the place to make your base and experience the amazing natural beauty of the region.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Wool Shed & Tourist Info, SpringsurePh: 07 4984 1961Casual Parking       William St; Charles St; Pophyry StShort Term Parking           Lions Park Rest Area (Virgin Rock), Gregory Hwy, toilets, water, BBQDump Point  Springsure Showgrounds, Barcoo StPotable Water          William St; Springsure Showgrounds, Barcoo StHospital        21 Woodbine St, Ph: 07 4984 1200Doctors Surgery     39 Wood St, Ph: 07 4984 1477Pharmacy     Eclipse St, Ph: 07 4984 1472Supermarket            Spar, 71 Eclipse St, Ph: 07 4984 1151

Warialda, in north-west NSW, lies at the intersection of two main roads and is situated 190 kilometres north of Tamworth, along the Fossickers Way and 62 kilometres north-west of Inverell, via the Gwydir Highway. The district is primarily agricultural, with a diverse range of industries, including cropping, cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, horses, aquaculture, olives, alpacas, ostriches and pecan nuts. The town's name is said to mean 'place of wild honey' and presumably derives from the tongue of the original inhabitants, the Weraerai Aborigines. This safe and friendly community invites visitors to enjoy its abundant country charm and hospitality.Those who are travelling to Warialda can find short and long term parking at Saleyards Rest Area, Gwydir Hwy. A dump point and potable water is also available at this location.When visiting Warialda, pay a visit to Cranky Rock Recreation Reserve, with its excellent picnic facilities, free barbecues, suspension bridge, birdlife and wildlife sanctuary. There is a camping area with power, a kiosk and bush shower facilities. Cranky Rock itself is a jumble of giant boulders heaped in the most fantastic positions by a past volcanic upheaval. Take a walk along the Koorilgur Nature Walk, go fishing, or try your luck at fossicking for gold, garnets, agates or a variety of other semi-precious gems. Compare your finds to the gems in the Well’s Gem and Mineral Collection, which includes rough, cut and polished stones. This collection is housed at the Visitor Information Centre in the Heritage Centre on Hope Street.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreWarialda VIC, Gwydir Hwy, cnr Geddes St & Holden St, Warialda NSWPh: 02 6729 0046warialdatourism@gwydir.nsw.gov.auwww.warialdansw.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)At the Emergency Services building on Stephen StShort & Long Term ParkingSaleyards Rest Area, Gwydir HwyDump PointSaleyards Rest Area, Gwydir HwyPotable WaterSaleyards Rest Area, Gwydir HwyHospitalLong St, Ph: 02 6728 9000Doctors Surgery22 Hope St, Ph: 02 6729 1520Pharmacy36 Hope St, Ph: 02 6729 1511SupermarketIGA, 26 Stephen St, Ph: 02 6729 1518