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Chillagoe is located 141 kilometres west of Mareeba and 205 kilometres west of Cairns and is one of the most interesting and unusual places in northern Queensland. Chillagoe offers visitors the rare combination of a relic copper mine, historic town attractions, limestone caves and Aboriginal rock paintings. If the mining history of Chillagoe is what brought you out, be sure to head for the museum. Wander through informative sites and don't forget to include the town cemetery in your walks. Keep in mind that mining is not the only option in town and it would be a shame to leave without sampling some of the other incredible Chillagoe attractions! Chief amongst them are the substantial systems of limestone caves at the Chillagoe-Montana National Park, located approximately one kilometre from town. There are over 560 known caves in the area, and some feature spectacular formations of stalactites and stalagmites. From the caves there's a walking track to the nearby Balancing Rock formation and some Aboriginal rock art, or you may prefer to walk the nine kilometre return track to Royal Arch Bluff, looking for wallabies and birds. If you head west out of town for 14 kilometres you'll find The Archways, another stunning limestone feature. Chillagoe also contains an observatory, and offers chances to explore for fossils, plus every year in May the Great Wheelbarrow Race finishes in the town and is an iconic event well worth a look.The best source of up to date information about tours, sites and walks is the Chillagoe Hub Visitor Information Centre, located on Queen Street.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Chillagoe VIC, 21-23 Queen St, Chillagoe QLDPh: 07 4094 7111chillagoehubinfo@bigpond.comwww.chillagoehub.com.auCasual Parking       Queen, Cathedral St & Towers StShort Term Parking           Chillagoe Observatory & Eco Lodge1 Hospital Ave$10pppn unpoweredDump Point   Rodeo Grounds, Frew StPotable Water          See General store & VIC for locationsHospital        21 Hospital Rd, Ph: 07 4094 7500Dentist           Chillagoe HospitalPharmacy     Chillagoe General Store, 11 Queen St, Ph: 07 4094 7100

Wongan Hills is situated approx 190 kilometres north-east of Perth, and is a small rural town packed with historical sites. Although discovered in the 1830s, the town was not officially proclaimed until 1911 with the opening of the railway line. The buildings within the town reflect this era; the Museum being housed in the original hospital building and the hotel of similar vintage.Today, the town has all the conveniences needed for the mobile traveller. The Tourist Information Centre, housed in the old Railway Station building, is a great place to start your exploration. The staff, who are immensely proud of their town, will be only too happy to assist you with information and a cuppa. In wildflower season there are tours from the centre which take in the beauty of the landscape; brochures are available from the Tourist Information Centre, where the dump point is also located.Places to visit while in town include the Pioneer Museum with true life displays depicting the early pioneer days. Among other historical sites is the place of the first commercially grown wheat crop in the region and the Lake Hinds School, the first school in the district.The Agricultural Research Station conducts guided tours from June to November. It started in 1925 to study light land farming and it is now a main crop breeding station. Prior notice of visits is necessary. The Ballidu Craft Shop is open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturday mornings, and is full of locally made crafts.Visit Mount O'Brien for a picnic while taking in the expansive view of the area. Dingo Rock is a large rock and fauna reserve with an Aboriginal water hole and an abundance of flowers in late winter and early spring. Reynoldson's Reserve and Gathercole Reserve are also incredible places to enjoy and appreciate the display of wildflowers.After your days of travelling and sightseeing, Wongan Hills Hotel is a great place to sit back, relax and enjoy a cool drink and a meal. For a quick bite or a sit down meal, the Liberty Roadhouse has a cafe known as Ah Wong's. The IGA Shopping Centre has a meal outlet with quality food including a Sunday roast (special price for families).The Historic Railway Precinct, off Wongan Road, has an area available for overnight short stays. If you are looking for a longer stay to fully appreciate this town, the Recreational Grounds next to the PCYC Building, the swimming pool area south of the Bowling Club and 'The Gap', off Piawaning Road all have designated areas.Wongan Hills is a friendly place to visit.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Wongan Hills VIC, 49 Fenton Place, Wongan Hills WAPh: 08 9671 1973Email: wongantourism@westnet.com.auCasual Parking       Rest Area, crn Patterson St & Wongan RdShort Term ParkingWongan Hills Parking Area, off Ninan St, 96hrs, toiletsLong Term Parking            Recreational Grounds, 96hrsDump Point  49 Fenton Place (outside front of Visitor Information Centre).Potable Water          Rest Area, crn Patterson St & Wongan RdHospital        Ackland St, Ph: 08 9691 1222Doctors Surgery     Cnr of Mitchell St & Ackland St, Ph: 08 9671 1000Dentist           1 Ackland St, Ph: 08 9671 1267Pharmacy     IGA Complex, Fenton Plc, Ph: 08 9671 1157Supermarket            Fenton Plc, Ph: 08 9671 1010

Boyup Brook, known as the Country Music Capital of Western Australia, is situated on the Blackwood River some 269 kilometres south-east of Perth. Set amongst undulating hills, it’s easy to see why visitors are impressed with the clean, neat town and the friendliness of the locals.Activities in Boyup Brook can be as varied as tackling the walking trails, canoeing on the river or visiting the unique Harvey Dickson Country Music Centre, the Carnaby beetle and butterfly collection and the wildlife sanctuary at Roo Gully.There is also a small art gallery and a museum with an interesting collection of local memorabilia. A number of wineries are open for tastings, and in springtime, beautiful wildflowers can be seen in the reserves near town and in the surrounding areas.Boyup Brook is an ideal getaway for those wanting an uncomplicated holiday, a town rich in culture, with great hospitality.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Boyup Brook VIC, cnr Bridge St & Abel St, Boyup Brook WAPh: 08 9765 1444info@boyupbrooktourism.com.auwww.boyupbrooktourism.com.auCasual Parking       Railway PdeShort & Long Term Parking           CMCA Flax Mill Caravan Park, Jackson St, Ph: 02 4978 8788 (CMCA Office), $5.00pvpn solo & $7.00pvpn couple, self-contained, no facilities (14 nights). Other sites available for addition cost include: powered, ensuite, SCV with facilities and tent sites. Dump Point  CMCA Flax Mill Caravan Park, Jackson StPotable Water          CMCA Flax Mill Caravan Park, Jackson StHospital        Hospital Rd (off Bridge St), Ph: 08 9765 0222Doctors Surgery     Abel St, Ph: 08 9765 1026Pharmacy     83 Abel St, Ph: 08 9765 1066Supermarket            IGA, 13-15 Bridge Street, Ph: 08 9765 1204