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DINOSAURS, DUSTY ROADS AND OUTBACK HEART

Outback Queensland stretches across vast red plains, ancient landscapes and towns that punch well above their weight. Walk in dinosaur footprints at Winton, cruise the Thomson River in Longreach, or stargaze under skies that seem to go on forever. Meet colourful characters, explore Indigenous heritage, and join in classic outback festivals. It’s rugged, real, and rich in stories — past and present.

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Bulloo Area, Queensland

Thargomindah Polocrosse Carnival

Pack up your family, bring the kids and head on out for a fun filled weekend in Thargomindah and revel in the skill of t...

Diamantina Area, Queensland

Birdsville Big Red Bash

Have the experience of a lifetime at the world’s most remote music festival, the Birdsville Big Red Bash in the heart of...

Mount Isa Area, Queensland

Drovers' Camp Festival 2026

Biennial event. The Drovers' Camp Festival is a unique outback flavoured festival. Come to yarn with the old drovers a...

Maranoa Area, Queensland

Cobb & Co Festival

On the 14th August 1924, the last horse-drawn Cobb & Co mail coach kicked up dust on the dirt track from Surat to Yuleba...

Blackall-Tambo Area, Queensland

Blackall Tambo Circus Carnival 2026

Get ready for another exciting Blackall Tambo Circus Carnival program in 2026! Join an unforgettable experience under...

Murweh Area, Queensland

Wings on the Warrego 2026!

It's going to be bigger and better! Get ready for round two in September 2026, Wings on the Warrego is set to host a v...

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