MURWEH SHIRE
From Charleville and the communities of Murweh Shire
A warm welcome to outback Queensland
COME AND VISIT: Murweh Shire Council mayor Annie Liston. on, the town has developed into a major service centre and visitor destination. Schools, hospital, emergency services, medical and dental centres, shops and supermarkets bring people in from all over the region.
The completion of Charleville’s new air terminal, major upgrade of the Cosmos Centre, the new Planetarium and Top Secret World War II Tours, the Royal Flying Doctor Base and the Bilby Experience, continue to draw visitors in from all over Australia.
PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED I really hope that you will find time to come and visit us in the not too distant future to experience the natural beauty and warmth of our shire communities. — Murweh Shire Council mayor Annie Liston 6840418aa
A LITTLE further west and not too far from the Surat basin lies the Shire of Murweh. It is a major stopping point for visitors keen to experience life in the true outback, its rich culture, its history and art, not forgetting the natural beauty of our woodlands, rivers and native animals. Charleville is the main town of the Shire with Augathella, Morven and Cooladdi making up the shire’s smaller but equally welcoming communities. The main centre, Charleville, is a bustling market town of major historical significance. It is the land of the Bidjara people and was established as a township in 1865. It was named after the town of Charleville in County Cork Ireland. It is a pioneering town. Cobb & Co built their largest factory here, the railway line to Brisbane opened in 1888; It was a focal point for the early aviators; Qantas flew its first ever flight from Charleville; Rev. John Flynn established the Royal Flying Doctor Base here and the School of the Air (now School of Distance Education) continues to provide daily education for hundreds of children living on isolated properties and unable to reach mainstream schools. Today, more than 150 years
Observatory by Night
Stargazing Outback Theatre
Ph: 4656 8355 Cosmos Shuttle
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