Spring Tour 2023: Outback Queensland

Drayton Memorial Hall, QLD, Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair Country Drayton Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair People. Drayton began as a camping place at the intersection of various pastoral stations in 1842. The European settler Thomas Alford, named his house, store and post office Drayton, which then became … Read more

Russell Island Recreation Hall, QLD, Quandamooka Country Country Russell Island Recreation Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Quandamooka Country People. As you disembark at our recently constructed ferry terminal, the Russell Island Recreation Hall will likely be your initial point of interest. In the past, Russell Island played a significant role as a … Read more

Rathdowney Memorial Hall, QLD, Mununjali Country Rathdowney Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Mununjali People. Rathdowney Hall is located in the centre of town, along with the store, the information centre and the pub. It has a lively history of local dances, class reunions and community gatherings. Rathdowney has grown from a … Read more

Canungra School of Arts Hall, QLD, Wangerriburra Country Canungra School of Arts Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Wangerriburra People. Built in 1956, this humble hall has been providing a space for dance, music, community and creativity in all shapes and sizes for over 7 decades. The dance floor is crafted of local … Read more

Cecil Plains Memorial Hall, QLD The Cecil Plains Memorial Hall has a very colourful history and has played a major role in entertaining the Cecil Plains community, especially in its early years when television and travel weren’t as common place. People would gather for socials and these provided a means for all in the area … Read more

Hannaford Soldiers’ Memorial Hall, QLD, Bigambul Country Hannaford Soldiers’ Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Bigambul People. The Hannaford Soldiers’ Memorial Hall started its life as a soldiers’ barracks in Cabarlah before it was sold at auction and relocated by rail to its current location circa 1947. Owing to the war-time shortage … Read more

St George Cultural Centre, QLD, Mandandanji, Kooma, Bigambul Country St George Cultural Centre stands on the traditional lands of the Mandandanji, Kooma, Bigambul People. St George Cultural Hall (now Cultural Centre) is over 100 years old and is the focal point of the Cultural Centre in which it stands. St George is a fairly large … Read more

St Paul’s Parish Hall, QLD, Mandandanji Country St Paul’s Parish Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Mandandanji People. Roma is on the tourist trail and is known for its bottle trees, largest cattle selling centre, the Big Rig AND the magnificent St Paul’s Anglican Church. The Parish Hall was built in 1906 at … Read more

Jericho Town Hall, QLD, Iningai Country Jericho Town Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Iningai People. The tranquil and charming township of Jericho is situated on the banks of the Jordan River, south of Lake Galilee. It was originally settled when the railway line reached the banks of the Jordan River in 1885. … Read more

Glenden Recreation Centre, QLD, Jangga Country Glenden Recreation Centre stands on the traditional lands of the Jangga People. The Glenden Recreation Centre is the focal point for Glenden’s population of around 477 residents. The town has six community groups and six community facilities including, as well as this recreation centre, a pool, gym, library, parks, … Read more

Eungella Hall, QLD, Widi Country Eungella Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Widi People. Eungella Community Development Association Hall is the hub of the local community. Eungella Hall was built in the mid 1900’s as a meeting place for the RSL. To this day ECDA continue this tradition with the hall being used … Read more

Anakie Community Hall, QLD, Gayiri Country Anakie Community Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Gayiri People. The Anakie Community Hall – otherwise known as the Anakie School of Arts – has been home to many events over the years. The life and blood of the town, over the years it has seen weddings, … Read more

Thangool Recreation Reserve, QLD, Gangulu Country Thangool Recreation Reserve stands on the traditional lands of the Gangulu People. The Thangool Recreation Reserve Hall was originally the Biloela Golf clubhouse. The whole building, complete with function room, bar and cold room, was moved to Thangool in 1983. The Thangool Advancement Association held monthly meetings at the … Read more

Waterloo Community Hall, QLD, Taribelang Bunda, Gooreng Gooreng, Gurang, and Bailai Country Waterloo Community Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Taribelang Bunda, Gooreng Gooreng, Gurang, and Bailai People. The Waterloo Hall sits at the social and geographical centre of a quiet, rural community, tucked within gentle rolling hills 40 minutes from Bundaberg. The … Read more

Mt Mee Hall, QLD, Jinibara Country Mt Mee Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Jinibara People. A drive up to Mount Mee is likely to be slow, your vehicle crawling along the roads as you crane your neck to try to safely check out the breath-taking views of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Take … Read more

Cooroy Memorial Hall, QLD, Kabi Kabi/ Gubbi Gubbi Country Cooroy Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Kabi Kabi/ Gubbi Gubbi People. Cooroy Memorial Hall sits proudly in the heart of this lovely hinterland town. Completed in 1926, the Hall stands as a memorial for the local servicewomen and men who represented the … Read more

Mooloolah Public Hall, QLD, Kabi Kabi Country Mooloolah Public Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Kabi Kabi People. The Mooloolah Public Hall has been community owned since it was first built 118 years ago and is thought to be the oldest community hall on the Sunshine Coast. The Hall was officially opened with … Read more

Mapleton Hall, QLD, Jinibara Country Mapleton Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Jinibara People. The Mapleton Hall and Sportsground was established 1910. The land was donated by a local pioneer, Mr. W. H. Rosser, and was established and has been maintained as a trust. This Hall was rebuilt in 1916 following a disastrous … Read more

Pilton Soldiers Memorial Hall, QLD, Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair Country Pilton Soldiers Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair People. The Pilton Soldiers Memorial Hall is a rural hall that stands on the corner of two highways, surrounded by fields of sorghum, oats, cattle, horses, and goats. The hall … Read more

Texas Memorial Hall, QLD, Bigambul Country Texas Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Bigambul People. The Texas Memorial Hall was built in 1958. Soon after opening, the stage collapsed during a meeting of local tobacco growers. The origin of the town’s name is generally regarded as a reference to a territorial dispute. … Read more

Glen Aplin Memorial Hall, QLD, Kambuwal, Bundjalung and Gamilaroi Country Glen Aplin Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Kambuwal, Bundjalung and Gamilaroi People. The Glen Aplin Memorial Hall was erected in memory of those from the district who served in World War One and World War Two. Building materials were scarce but … Read more

Mallanganee Memorial Hall, NSW, Bundjalung Country Mallanganee Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Bundjalung People. Mallanganee Memorial Hall is known for fabulous entertainment, fabulous food and the most fabulous welcome to all those who pass through the doors. Mallanganee is a tiny village with exceptional community spirit and cooperation. Festival of Small … Read more

Whian Whian Memorial Hall, NSW, Widjabul Wia-bal People of the Bundjalung Nation Whian Whian Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Widjabul Wia-bal People of the Bundjalung Nation People. Whian Whian Hall was completed in 1939. ‘Mr. A. Smith performed the official opening and stated, “Few small centres could boast of public buildings … Read more

Springbrook Community Hall, QLD, Kombumerri Country Springbrook Community Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Kombumerri People. Thanks to the eruption of an ancient volcano 23 million years ago, Springbrook is home to a multitude of things that grow, gurgle and glow. Spectacular waterfalls and lookouts abound and The Natural Bridge cave twinkles with … Read more