ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE : ROMA
ROMA Some 500kms west of Brisbane lies the jewel of the Maranoa Region. Incorporated in 1867, Roma sits in one of the most fertile regions of South West Queensland on the slopes of the Great Dividing Range. In addition to its vibrant agricultural industry Roma’s energy industry is a major contributor to local employment, and as this has expanded so too have cafes, bars and other civic attractions flourished to cater to its booming population. More than half of the town is dedicated to the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector, and so many of Roma’s attractions have developed around these features. Perhaps chief amongst them are the largest cattle sale-yards in the Southern Hemisphere, with hundreds of thousands of heads of cattle passing through each year. For those inclined towards more relaxed pastimes, Roma is also home to Queensland’s oldest winery. Renowned for both its table and fortified wines, Romavilla Winery was established in 1863 and has not missed a vintage since. Just 90 minutes north, the Carnarvon Ranges offer an idyllic chance to wander through the ecological sights and sounds the area has to offer.
The Roma Sale yards is the largest livestock selling centre in Australia. Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk inspect the sales on a recent visit to Roma. - Image contributed
To the west lies the dry Channel Country, but within the Maranoa Region itself are subtropical bushwalks, ancient cycad forests, and views from the lookout over Arcadia Valley, making it an ideal location for a day-trip from town. Back in town, as the sun sets you can make your way to The Big Rig to enjoy their night light show. Documenting the development of Roma into what is now considered the Cradle of Australia’s Oil and Gas Industry, it is an absorbing way to experience the history of this ever-growing community. Also in town is the Avenue of Heroes, a heritage-listed trail of 140 bottle trees each dedicated to a local soldier who perished during the First World War. Moving to this friendly community also presents few challenges, with median property prices for a three-bedroom house sitting at just under $200,000. With its relaxed rural setting, diverse economy and myriad chances to explore the surrounding countryside, Roma has grown into an envy of regional Queensland.
Roma’s largest Bottle Tree – Image by Nadia Davies
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