Things to see and do in Queensland Fancy an historical outing? There is a treasure trove of places in Queensland just waiting for you to discover them – below are just a few. We found these and many more on the Australia Shop Safe website: http://australia.shopsafe.com.au. The Cairns Museum The Cairns Museum presents a history of Cairns and District in static and pictorial displays. Beginning with our Aboriginal and Islander beginnings, the Chinese influence and early timber, mining and agricultural industries, the displays touch on every period of our development from foundation to the present day. Communications, Cairns in WWII and railway historical items are presented on the spacious verandas, while displays reflecting our domestic artifacts, shipping, the impact of European culture and local Aboriginal history are presented in the main showrooms. A representation of an early Chinese Joss House is an important feature. A range of Society publications and monthly bulletins are available for sale at the counter and a video outlining the attractions of Cairns and District is constantly displayed for the enjoyment of visitors. The Cairns Museum is fully airconditioned.
Tours leave regularly throughout the day. Enclosed footwear is required for your safety. Where: North St, North Ipswich Phone: (07) 3432 5100
HOU WANG CHINESE TEMPLE AND MUSEUM
The museum encourages visits from school groups and other interested parties. Contact the Society (by phone, fax or email) for additional information and to arrange bookings. Where: Park Regis City Quays – Cairns, 6 Lake Street Phone: (07) 4051 5582
The Workshops Rail Museum – Ipswich Steam Shop Tour Take a Heritage Railway Workshops Tour into the Steam Shop to hear a Queensland Rail worker talk about the process of building and maintaining heritage locomotives and carriages. See what heritage rolling stock is currently being restored. History Queensland
The Hou Wang Temple was the social and religious heart of Atherton’s Chinese community. Apart from the temple itself, there was also a community hall, kitchen and a pig oven. People gathered here to worship, celebrate festivals and discuss community issues. Nowadays, it is the only remaining structure of the original town. It is highly significant as a rare example of temples in overseas Chinese settlements. This unique building houses elaborate carvings and has an intriguing past. Location: 86 Herberton Rd, Atherton Qld 4883.
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