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Longreach
Longreach
Longreach offers the ultimate outback experience - with events, friendly locals, iconic attractions and a fascinating history for you to discover. One of the largest centres in Western Queensland, this town is a tribute to Australia and life on the land.
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Places to stay
For a central base, opt for a downtown hotel within easy walking distance to the Longreach Railway Station, shops and cafes. You'll have a convenient base for exploring Longreach and its hero attractions including the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Qantas Founders Museum. Groups or travellers passing through on a self-drive holiday may wish to rest at one of the holiday parks or campgrounds in town. Friendly and knowledgeable locals will be delighted to provide helpful local tourism information.
Things to do
The Longreach region is a history buff’s dream. Explore museums and hear stories from Australia’s pioneering past or hit the road and experience the remote wonders of Outback Queensland.
Step back in time at the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and learn about the history of some of the country's greatest explorers, Indigenous Australians and stock-workers. Don’t miss the live Outback Stockman’s Show, which tells the story of stockmen and women working on the land.
Continue your walk back in time with Outback Pioneers - gallop on a Cobb & Co stagecoach, watch an old-time movie in the station store's cinema and be sure to catch the famous Harry Redford Old Time Tent Show.
If you have more time up your sleeve, a drive west will take you to Lily Lagoon - a lily-filled waterhole on the Thomson River system perfect for bird-watching or a relaxing walk. The lake emerges temporarily, and usually after flooding, so check with the Visitor Information Centre in town before making the four-hour drive.
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Qantas Founders Museum
Longreach plays a huge role in Australia’s aviation history and there’s no better way to learn the stories, interact with aircraft and simulate old-fashioned flying than at the Qantas Founders Museum. Located next to Longreach Airport, the collection includes four of the world’s most significant aircraft, along with full size replicas of some of Qantas’ early fleet. Visit the original Qantas hangar, tour the aircraft, walk on the wing of a giant Boeing 747 and interact with fascinating displays.
Camden Park Station and Homestead
Head on out to Camden Park Station and Homestead to visit with Outback Dan and his family to experience a working sheep and cattle station. Walk through the historical Homestead Gardens, Shearing Shed and Cattle Yards, visit the Swagman’s Grave and marvel at the exquisite chandelier hanging in the Outback ballroom. The ballroom was built in 1927 of Jarrah wood from Western Australia.
Getting around
From the airport: Longreach Airport is located on the Landsborough Highway, approximately 2km from the centre of Longreach. Hire cars and taxis are available at the terminal.
In and around the city: a hire car is the best way to get around Longreach and to explore the outback region beyond. Charter transport and tours are available or order a taxi through Longreach Taxi.
Flights from Brisbane: QantasLink flights between Brisbane and Longreach are operated in partnership with the Queensland Government.
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* Flight prices are per adult in Australian Dollars, based on payment at qantas.com by BPAY made 7 days or more before departure, PayID or Qantas issued UATP. For other payment options a percentage based fee applies, capped at a maximum per passenger of $22 for Domestic or $120 for International travel. Prices are not guaranteed until payment is made. Fares may not be available on all flights or days. Some flights are operated by partner or subsidiary airlines. Prices may fluctuate if taxes or foreign exchange rates change. Passengers booking Premium Economy may be seated in Economy on connecting flights. Check the fare rules for more details before booking. Inclusions vary between flights. All schedules subject to change, including last minute aircraft changes. QantasLink flights operated by Sunstate Airlines (Qld) Pty Ltd ABN 82 009 734 703, Eastern Australia Airlines Pty Ltd ABN 77 001 599 024, and National Jet Systems Pty Ltd ABN 11 008 279 203. Licence No per state: QLD - 407, NSW - 2TA000237, VIC - 30362, SA - TTA155, WA - 9TA52.
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