Our 2020/2021 Burdekin Visitor Guide If You Want to Have All the Info You

Burdekin AYR, HOME HILL & SURROUNDS

2020/2021 Visitor Guide VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES For inspiration, local knowledge, to source event information or to obtain brochures and maps visit one of the Burdekin’s visitor information centres.

Gateway Visitor Information Centre Located in Home Hill behind the Comfort Stop, the Gateway Visitor Information Centre operates 7 days a week from 9am to 4pm. A: 12 Railway Avenue, Home Hill P: 07 4782 8241 @charlesyoungberry Burdekin Visitor Information Centre #visitburdekin Located in Plantation Park in Ayr, the Burdekin Visitor Information Centre operates 7 days a week from 9am to 4pm. & share the love A: Plantation Park, Bruce Highway, Ayr We love seeing all of your snaps from P: 07 4783 5988 around the Burdekin and hearing about your experiences in the region, so be sure to use #visitburdekin when uploading your pics to social media. There are also some other tags you can use to share the love across the region and throughout Queensland. To make things easier we made a list for you: 32°C 25°C 1,060MM #visitburdekin AVERAGE SUMMER TEMP AVERAGE WINTER TEMP ANNUAL RAINFALL #townsvilleshines #thisisqueensland @visitburdekin 32°C 25°C 300 DAYS AVERAGE SUMMER TEMP AVERAGE WINTER TEMP ANNUAL RAINFALL OF SUNSHINE PER YEAR

This is a Burdekin Advocate (ABN 64 009 655 690) publication printed and produced for the Burdekin Region with the assistance of the Burdekin Shire Council. GETTING HERE The Burdekin is located in the Townsville, North Queensland region and is serviced by rail, air, and bus routes.

TO AIR The closest commercial airport is CAIRNS located in Townsville and offers both domestic INGHAM and international flight services. The Townsville airport also offers long-term and short stay parking facilities and car rental outlets are on site. 113 km TOWNSVILLE Coach services connect to both BUS 30.9 km Ayr and Home Hill daily and provide north and CROMARTY 50 km southbound services. For more information on 17.1 km coach services and bookings visit WOODSTOCK 46.7 km GIRU www.busqld.com.au. 44.4 km 31.4 km

6.2 km Queensland Rail’s Spirit of 47.7 km BRANDON AYR RAIL 7.9 km Queensland services Ayr, Home Hill and Giru five ALVA MINGELA 33.4 km 12.4 km times per week. Services run north on Tuesdays, CHARTERS Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays TOWERS 41.0 km CLARE HOME HILL and southbound services operate on Mondays, 36.5 km 59.6 km 34.2 km Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. RAVENSWOOD For more information visit MILLAROO GUMLU www.queenslandrailtravel.com.au. 26.7 km

DALBEG 68 km ROAD The Burdekin is an easy hour’s drive south of Townsville, a two hour drive east of Charters Towers or a three hour drive north of Mackay. Many smaller communities surround the BOWEN major twin towns of Ayr and Home Hill including Alva Beach, Brandon, Clare, Dalbeg, Giru, Groper Creek, Jerona, Millaroo and Wunjunga. Roads AIRLIE to these towns are clearly signposted from the BEACH Bruce Highway. Self-drive is an obvious choice for PROSERPINE travel in Queensland giving you the flexibility and accessibility to see it all.

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www.visitburdekin.com.au 1 Top 10 Events Fishing Beaches Embark on an Sporting events, Hook a barra in the Paddle board, adventure to theatre productions, Burdekin River, catch kitesurf or just soak remember. Can you festivals and fairs prawns at Groper up the sunshine. You do them all? - there’s never a Creek or head to the can even bring the weekend spare. reef. dog!

Adventure Family Fun Wildlife Walks Glide off mountains, Discover nature like Spot a croc, dive with Take a leisurely stroll surf waves or dive you’ve never seen it mantarays, wave at or pull on your hiking the famous SS before. Swim at the a whale or catch a boots and hike to the Yongala Wreck. beach or visit one of glimpse of the wide top. the many parks. variety of bird life.

Culture History Taste Stay Learn more about Discover a Enjoy fresh To really experience indigenous culture, captivating colonial mangoes, Italian the Burdekin you marvel at local art or past and learn of delights, seafood have to stay a little visit the theatre. farming triumphs. and an array of longer. culinary options.

2 WELCOME Welcome to the Burdekin, where unspoilt natural beauty meets a thriving rural community right on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef. From pristine beaches to exhilarating adventure sports, world-class fishing and unique cultural attractions, there is so much to discover. Famous for its wealth of water, abundant sunshine and rich agriculture, the Burdekin is home to over 30km of unspoilt beaches perfect for walking, swimming, picnics, kitesurfing, fishing and more. Boat ramps and landings situated around the district provide access to creeks, rivers and estuaries as well as shoals and reefs situated just off the coast. For experienced divers or those wanting to take up diving, the SS Yongala is located just 22km from Alva Beach. Rated one of the top dive sites in the world, it is one of the only places along the east coast of Australia where reef and estuary fish can be seen together. The Burdekin boasts spectacular wetlands offering a diverse range of bird species that rival that of Kakadu National Park. The Burdekin is home to over 26 per cent of bird species found in Australia. We offer great boutique shopping with an abundance of specialty stores offering fashion, homewares, giftware and more. The quaint or funky cafés offer delicious coffees and the many restaurants and eateries offer a range of cuisines. Visit our Visitor Information Centre in Home Hill or our new Plantation Park Visitor Information Centre in Ayr and experience our state-of-the-art Plantation Park Nature Play Space. There is plenty to do and experience in the Burdekin and surrounding regions including walking the scenic Mt Inkerman Nature Trail (MINT) and seeing the Burdekin’s vast landscape when you reach the top of Mt Inkerman. When it comes time to find a place to lay your head, there are a number of options and for those who are self-contained and just passing through, the Home Hill Comfort Stop offers a maximum of two nights free stay. Where else in the world can you visit where there are 300 days of sunshine a year and an abundance of fresh water? Visit the Burdekin today and discover your very own adventure.

www.visitburdekin.com.au 3 TOP10 THINGS TO DO Dive the SS Yongala. Escape region burn their crops before harvesting. on large granite boulders, sandy bays the crowds and immerse yourself Looking for something a little more and views of Cape Upstart, Wunjunga is in an experience offered nowhere personal? The First Fire of the season a popular place for picnics, camping and 1else on the Great Barrier Reef. Rated is held in late May as part of the Sweet four wheel driving. Visit Alva to stand-up one of the top dive sites in the world, it is Days, Hot Nights Festival at the Gudjuda paddle board, kitesurf or just relax. With an experience for those with a sense of Showgrounds, Home Hill. over 30km of beaches in the Burdekin, adventure, a passion to explore, a desire there is plenty of room for everyone, even Catch a barra. Drop a line to learn about the tragic history and to pets! in one of the Burdekin’s many witness marine life matched by few other creeks or estuaries and catch a places on the face of this earth. See it from the top. barramundi. Head to a local bait Experience the Burdekin’s rich Visit www.yongaladive.com.au to find 3 and tackle shop for all of the insider tips agricultural land and iconic out more. on where to catch the biggest barra. Be 5 Burdekin River from the district’s Experience a cane fire. The sure to check that barra season is open best vantage point of the Mt. Inkerman Burdekin is one of the last regions before you try to join the metre club! lookout. Hike the Mt Inkerman Nature in Australia to still predominantly Trail (MINT) that winds its way through Visit Wunjunga or Alva burn sugar cane. There is nothing the steep bushland to awe inspiring views 2 Beach. Drive through a cattle quite like witnessing the raw power of a of the surrounding landscape. property with wide open salt flats sugar cane paddock going up in flames. and emerge into the township of Visitors can witness a cane fire from June 4 Wunjunga. With beach huts perched high to November as farmers around the

4 Dive the depths of the ocean, step back in time, or take in the view from the very top...

THE BURDEKIN DELTA CINEMAS

PROGRAMS AVAILABLE: Home Hill News, Home Hill Bakery, Tosh’s Store, Fiveways Store & Woods News. WEDNESDAY BARGAIN DAY Special Price Movies All Day WEEKLY PROGRAMS SYNOPSIS & TRAILERS A 145-149 Queen Street, Ayr P Office07 4783 5459 Program 07 4783 5259 W www.deltacinema.com

AYR NATURE DISPLAY Timeless displays of true, native Australian Fauna, Crustaceans, Rocks and Timbers using Nature’s Experience the Cromarty Catch a show at the own glorious colours. Wetlands. The Burdekin is a Burdekin Theatre. The A 119 Wilmington Street, Ayr M 0447 445 990 must for nature lovers, especially Burdekin Theatre hosts a range W www.ayrnaturedisplay.com.au 6Ramsar-listed Cromarty 8of productions, concerts and Wetlands. With over 280 bird species in gala events throughout the year. DRIVE-IN MOVIES the region and abundant native Australian To find out what’s on visit 2 FEATURE FILMS wildlife, it’s no wonder the locals refer to it www.burdekintheatre.com.au. as Kakadu. Step back in time to WWII. Would you like to step into a 75 Immerse yourself in history year old war bunker and imagine FRIDAY & and culture. The Burdekin tells what it was like to be tasked with tales of a captivating colonial 9 SATURDAY NIGHTS the job of detecting enemy planes? Well 7 past, of farming triumphs and you can do just that at Charlies Hill WWII community spirit. Walk Pioneer Avenue, site located south of Home Hill. visit the Burdekin Diorama, appreciate

the public art murals and sculptures Shop ‘til you drop. wednesday, ursday sunday 9am-11am COFFEE throughout Home Hill and Ayr or stop in The Burdekin offers great Shop CAFE OPEN Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday at the Brandon Heritage Precinct. boutique shopping with 9.00am-11.30am or by appointment an abundance of specialty A 27 Kilrie Road, Ayr 10 P 4783 1606 or Suzi 0450 031 153 stores. Pop into one of the quaint or funky W www.stardust.8m.net cafés and grab a delicious coffee while a stardust drivein cinema ayr a silverscreens n coffee beans you shop ‘til you drop. i stardust drivein_moviesayr

www.visitburdekin.com.au 5 The Burdekin’s signature event is the Sweet Days, Hot Nights Festival held each year in late May. The festival features three big events from the First Fire of the season to a celebration of the many cultures in the region with Burdekin Cultural EVENTS Fair and concludes with the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships, a feature of the country’s best cane cutters. THE BURDEKIN IS A REGION FULL OF There are two main festivals every year, the CULTURAL AND SPORTING EVENTS, THERE IS Burdekin Water held July to September and the ALWAYS SOMETHING TO DO... Festival Home Hill Harvest Festival held October to November.

Fast Track Talent MAR Showcase

Shane Muspratt Burdekin APR Cup Sugar Rush

Canefield Burdekin Burdekin Ashes Junior Auto Fest Cricket Netball Carnival Carnival

Burdekin Junior Home Hill MAY Eisteddfod Sugar Bowl

Burdekin Sweet Days, Growers Hot Nights Race Day Festival

Burdekin JUN Show

The calendar of events is not a complete list of events that occur in the Burdekin region and has been provided to showcase the variety of events that the region has to offer. The organisations responsible for producing the Burdekin Tourism guide cannot be held liable for any changes to dates or cancellation of events - details of events in this publication were deemed accurate at time of printing. 6 For sporting enthusiasts there is plenty of action to witness. Car and Bike Show in April at the Ayr Showgrounds, the The Burdekin Barra Rush fishing competition is held in the Burdekin 150 Offroad Race each May and the Big Boys Toys first half of the year, usually March. The Burdekin Sugar Rush event in September. half marathon, held in May, is a chance for runners to put One of the most popular events in the Burdekin is the themselves to the test. Tennis players travel from across the Burdekin Growers Race Day. The annual event attracts state to compete in the Burdekin Sugar Bowl Tournament thousands of people to the race track in Home Hill. each year. The day features competitive horse racing, spectacular Motoring enthusiasts are sure to love the many events the fashions, a delicious fruit and veggie giveaway and fantastic Burdekin has to offer including theBurdekin Auto Festival entertainment.

Burdekin 9th Biennial Readers Queensland and Writers Heritage JUL Festival Rally

Burdekin Art Society AUG Exhibition

Burdekin Water SEP Festival

The Giru Show

Burdekin OCT Oktoberfest

Rags to Home Hill Runway Harvest Fashion NOV Festival Show

For more information on what’s on visit www.burdekin.qld.gov.au. www.visitburdekin.com.au 7 BURDEKIN RACE CLUB TOURISTS stopping off or passing through the Burdekin Gates open to the public at 11am on all Saturday race days. Shire can still maintain a keen interest in the Sport of Children are catered for with a jumping castle on all family race Kings – horse racing that is – through the Burdekin Race days, while they can watch the horse’s parade in the recently Club’s Home Hill track, which greets motorists as they enter upgraded saddling enclosure and in the races down the track the town from the south or farewell them as they aim for straight from the grandstand. southern areas. The Home Hill grounds are lush, shady and green and provide The Burdekin Club offers pleasant surroundings and a relaxed a perfect setting for a family day out at the track with ample atmosphere for punters to follow their sport through the easy parking. local events or the southern markets, with modern buildings Food can be purchased from the Finishing Post Café in the incorporating a large stand and betting ring and all other main building, with full bar facilities on offer, a TAB and on associated facilities. course bookmakers, while the southern races can be viewed Standing out in the Race Club grounds are several large on one of the 75 inch television screens prominently situated rain trees, which offer a cool outlook to enjoy the racing in in the betting ring. a complex that incorporates other sections of the town’s Feature events hosted in conjunction with major sporting facilities. race days include – The Burdekin Race Club will offer five excellent days of racing THE BOYS FROM THE BUSH DAY An 18+ event held in the throughout the 2020 year, highlighting several major national VIP area under the Fig Trees. The afternoon is action-packed racing events, along with associated local feature race days. with entertainment, a Calcutta will be run on the local races The Burdekin Race Club hosts five race meetings per calendar and the afternoon will include a barbecue and drinks package year, with four of those meetings boasting spectacular family from 1.30pm to 5.30pm. The cost of a ticket is $80 per person race days and free entry. and will be on sale at Michael’s Men’s & Boys Wear, Queen Those race days include – Street, Ayr. SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 2020 – A Family Race Day with THE BURDEKIN GROWERS RACE DAY A strictly 18+ event. Free Entry. The Burdekin’s award winning, largest and richest social event of the year, where everyone’s a winner. Cartons of fresh local SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2020 – A Family Race Day with produce are there for the taking for every punter as they Free Entry. A ticketed event is held in conjunction for “The Boys leave the grounds. Fashions on the Field offers thousands of from the Bush Day”, an 18+ event hosted in the VIP area under dollars in prizes, while Mega Prize Draws and Super bets are the big Fig Trees. given away during the day. Other features include the Produce SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2020 - A Family Fun Race Day with Challenge and live vocal entertainment performing till late. The Free Entry. Afternoon tea to be provided under the Fig Trees, racing program features six local races with the north’s best along with a Jumping Castle, Face Painting and Children’s farm race horses competing for the Burdekin Cup. Gate entry is $35 animals. per person – The Burdekin Race Club’s feature SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2020 DERBY DAY HIGHLIGHTS LADIES DAY An 18+ event held program for the year, the Burdekin Growers Race Day, Strictly in the VIP area under the Fig Trees. Derby Day is a traditional an 18+ event. classic black and white fashion affair and the ladies of the turf SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2020 – The Burdekin Race are well catered for in a VIP area under the fig trees. Drinks, Club’s Free Family Derby Day in association with the Derby nibbles and vocal entertainment are included in the $65 per Day program in Melbourne. This is a Ticketed event only for person package, commencing at 1.30pm and continuing Ladies Day, an 18+ event hosted in the VIP area under the Fig through to 5.30pm. Trees.

For future race dates in 2021, log on to www.burdekinraceclub.com.au. To contact the Burdekin Race Club, email: [email protected] or log on to Facebook at Burdekin Race Club

8 The place to be! 2020 RACE MEETINGS: SATURDAY 11th JANUARY Family Race Day - FREE ENTRY SATURDAY 15th FEBRUARY Family Race Day - FREE ENTRY SATURDAY 18th APRIL Family Race Day - FREE ENTRY SATURDAY 16th MAY Burdekin Growers Race Day, 18+ Derby Day, Family Race Day - Free Entry SATURDAY 31st OCTOBER Ladies Day, 18+ event VIP area

Free Entry TAB Full Bar & Bookmakers Local (except On Canteen On Course Racing Growers Day) Course

The Burdekin Race Club hosts five race meetings per calendar year with four of those meetings boasting spectacular family race days and free entry. Children are catered for with a jumping castle on all family race days. They can watch the horses parade and race down the track. Saturday Race Day gates open to the public at 11.00am. For future race dates log on to www.burdekinraceclub.com.au Email [email protected] or Facebook/BurdekinRaceClub

THE BURDEKIN RACE CLUB Inc. BRUCE HIGHWAY, HOME HILL burdekinraceclub.com.au • 4782 1665

www.visitburdekin.com.au 9 SWEETDAYSHOTNIGHTS

BURDEKIN’S SWEET DAYS, HOT NIGHTS FESTIVAL RETURNS TO SHOWCASE AND CELEBRATE WHAT IS GREAT ABOUT OUR RICH AGRICULTURAL REGION AND THE ENVIABLE LIFESTYLE THAT COMES WITH IT.

FROM FRESH PRODUCE AND CULINARY DELIGHTS THROUGH TO ADVENTURE AND SPORTS TOURISM EXPERIENCES, COUNTRY HOSPITALITY, GREAT MUSIC AND FAMILY-FRIENDLY ENTERTAINMENT, THERE ARE EXPERIENCES ON OFFER FOR EVERYONE. The festival includes three main events: the First Fire, Burdekin Cultural Fair and Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships, with new events being considered for inclusion in the program. The Burdekin is one of the most productive agricultural districts in Australia with sugar production dominating the economy. Marking the commencement of the sugar cane season, the First Fire takes place on the last Thursday in May and offers visitors and locals the chance to experience the roar of a cane fire up close. Spectators will enjoy live entertainment while they choose from a variety of food vans before taking part in the cultural activities that are on offer. On the Friday, the Burdekin celebrates the diversity of the region with the Burdekin Cultural Fair - celebrating food, fun and family. Patrons are encouraged to taste a different cuisine, enjoy various cultural performances and the relaxed atmosphere on offer. The Saturday event - Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships (AHCCC), is where visitors and locals will cane was stripped of the trash by hand before being planted. witness a test of skill and endurance, a competition that brings to life the back-breaking work of a by-gone era. Original cane You don’t want to miss the opportunity to be part of the cutters and those new to the game will vye for thousands of Burdekin’s signature event and experience a wonderful piece dollars in prize money, while spectators have the chance to of Australia’s agricultural history. see, smell and taste all things sugar related. There may even be Sweet Days, Hot Nights Festival 2020 will take over the opportunity for locals and visitors to get involved by having the Burdekin from 28-30 May, with more information at a go at stripping the cane. Before machinery was used, the sweetdayshotnights.com.au.

10 Sweet Days, Hot Nights Festival is all about showcasing and celebrating what is great about our rich agricultural region and the enviable lifestyle that comes with it;

• Fresh produce and culinary delights • Adventure and sports tourism experiences • Country hospitality • Great music • Family-friendly entertainment FIRST FIRE • Experience the raw power of a cane fire up close • A range of delicious food available • Sit back, relax and enjoy live music and performances • Only region to still burn sugar cane prior to harvesting BURDEKIN CULTURAL FAIR Celebrate the cultural diversity of the Burdekin region and experience cuisines, activities and live entertainment from around the world. AUSTRALIAN HAND CANE CUTTING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships is a test of skill and endurance, with thousands of dollars in prize money up for grabs for competitors.

• Walk through a paddock of burnt sugar cane • Experience the dirty, back-breaking work of a by-gone era • Sit back and enjoy live music • Wander through vintage machinery from yesteryear • Enjoy a bite to eat from one of the many food stalls • Children’s craft and activities, face painting, an animal farm, jumping castle

Join the festival and celebrate our sweet life in the Burdekin, from stunning autumn weather through to country hospitality and festivity, Sweet Days, Hot Nights Festival is sure to delight all ages. TO FIND OUT MORE VISIT www.sweetdayshotnights.com.au @sweetdayshotnights @visitburdekin

www.visitburdekin.com.au 11 HARVEST FESTIVAL September to November 2020

Don’t miss the 2020 Home Hill Harvest Festival The harvest festival encompasses a grand range of events that celebrate the rich harvest that is guaranteed in our wonderful district due to our rich soil and abundant water supplies. The ambassador competition commences in August and concludes at the Gala Ball in November THE THEME IS SET. MARK YOUR DIARY WITH THE FOLLOWING EVENTS September 11 to November 7 Canefields Ephemera n October n November n 9th - Students Ball n 1st - Harvest Thanksgiving Church Service

n 17th - Town of Origin Tri Series n 1st - Ambrose Golf Competition

n 24th - Oktoberfest n 4th - Pet Show

n 31st - Fun Run n 6th - Gala Ball

n 31st - Ladies Day at the Races - DERBY DAY n 7th - Grand Street Parade and Street Party

Join all the fun and celebrations MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW PREPARE FOR THE ROARING TWENTIES HARVEST FESTIVAL IN 2020

12 CAMPING

NOTHING BEATS ROLLING OUT THE SWAG OR SETTING UP THE TENT AND ENJOYING A NIGHT BY THE CAMPFIRE UNDER THE STARS. BEING HOME TO MORE THAN 30KM OF UNSPOILT BEACHES MEANS THERE ARE PLENTY OF OPTIONS IN THE BURDEKIN WHEN IT COMES TO CAMPING BY THE WATER.

EASY ACCESS • EASY PARKING • CENTRAL LOCATION

@clintonjp1 BURDEKIN TYRE SERVICE BEACHMOUNT experience the some of the best estuary fishing on offer. Keen anglers able to • TYRES • BATTERIES WUNJUNGA target sought-after species like whiting, • WHEEL ALIGNMENTS Only 6km south of Home Hill is the mangrove jacks, grunter and of course • FARM SERVICE barramundi (February to October only). pristine shoreline of Beachmount COME IN AND SEE JASON Wunjunga, offering a chance experience AND THE TEAM the district’s vast birdlife and excellent MOLONGLE A Bruce Highway, Rossiters Hill, Ayr fishing. A short drive along a gravel road CREEK P 07 4783 2500 reveals a 4WD vehicle access beach E [email protected] Dubbed the Gateway to Cape Upstart, perfect for a few nights’ self-contained Molongle Creek is more than meets the camping. Be immersed in the district’s eye. The privately owned caravan park is vast flora and fauna, wet a line and roll Brennan’s located 2km south of Gumlu and offers out the swag before settling in for a night sites suitable for camping right through under the stars with the uninterrupted to caravans and motorhomes. Equipped sounds of waves crashing on the with full amenities, there is plenty to do shoreline. with the chance to catch a mud crab and • Batteries • Wheel Alignments land a feed of fish or sit back and relax. GROPER CREEK • Mag Wheels • All Tyre Brands Located 17km south of Home Hill, keen RAVENSWOOD • Field Service fishers and those looking to enjoy a Soak up the outback and head west relaxed creek-side community will relish to experience the historical town their time at Groper Creek. The privately of Ravenswood. The Ravenswood owned caravan park means visitors BRENNAN’S TYREPOWER Recreational Reserve offers camping We have a large range of tyres to suit all vehicle can enjoy creek-side camping with the types and specialised needs, with friendly service with amenities, playground and barbecue and the best prices. comforts of shower and toilet amenities, facilities. A 41 Ninth Avenue, Home Hill powered sites and kiosk. Launch your P 07 4782 1166 F 07 4782 2114 boat on the two-lane boat ramp and E [email protected] P www.tyrepower.com.au

www.visitburdekin.com.au 13 FISHING AND BOATING

The fishing in the Burdekin region is second to none with numerous

creek systems, offshore reefs and an abundance of fish. @troopywalkabouts

Barramundi Creek (also known as Molongle Creek, located in the BOAT RAMPS Morris Creek) is situated 43.6km from Ayr. Whitsunday Shire, is 45km from Home There are 10 public boat ramps in the Barratta Creek provides access to Hill and is often used as a jump off point region which provide access to fantastic Bowling Green Bay. The Barrattas area to Cape Upstart but also delivers good fishing locations both inshore and delivers good fishing from the boat ramp fishing onshore. Species such as whiting, offshore. with catches of barramundi, cod, mud grunter, bream and mud crab can be There is good fishing near the Cromarty crabs and mangrove jack possible in the found in plentiful supply. Creek Boat Ramp (which leads into the system. The Barrattas is located 42km Kierle’s Landing provides direct access Haughton River) in Giru and also at the from Ayr. to the Burdekin River although it is quite mouth of the river. The Cromarty Creek Ocean Creek Boat Ramp can be a great difficult to launch a boat from here. Boat Ramp is located 49km from Ayr. spot to chase barramundi, mangrove jack Kierle’s Landing is located 18.6km from The Haughton River is famous for its and mud crab. Ocean Creek is located Ayr. barramundi but it also delivers catches of 13km north of Ayr and provides great Groper Creek is one of the best fishing whiting and flathead, grunter, mangrove access to offshore fishing. locations in the Burdekin and is located jack and bream. Plantation Creek Boat Ramp delivers 14.2km from Home Hill. This boat ramp catches of whiting, bream and flathead. provides access to the Burdekin River, BAIT • TACKLE • ICE • CRAB POTS • CAST NETS The boat ramp is located 13km from Ayr. Wallace Creek and offshore fishing. Species such as barramundi, mangrove Phillips Camp is situated 19.8km from jack, whiting, grunter, bream and prawns Ayr. frequent the area. Hell Hole Landing Boat Ramp at Rita Catching that big one starts here! Wallace Creek is located 20.2km OPENING HOURS Island (accessible by vehicle), can deliver from Home Hill and offers the same Monday - Friday 7.30am-6pm good catches of whiting and bream. The Saturday 7am-4pm • Sunday 7am-1pm opportunities as the Groper Creek boat boat ramp is 22km from Ayr and offers A 124 Edwards Street, Ayr ramp. P 07 4783 5071 both creek and offshore fishing access.

14 @jcsfishing DON’T HAVE ICE, BAIT & A BOAT? TACKLE SHOPS There are plenty of land based options. Before you go out to throw a line, Groper Creek has a jetty which makes it visit one of the local fishing shops or a perfect place to wet a line or throw out service stations for all your fishing a cast net for prawns. requirements. These great local shops will also be able to provide Alva Beach (Lynch’s Beach) is the place more information: to go for big flathead, whiting, grunter • About Town Bait and Tackle and salmon. Situated just 14km from Ayr the beach is a great place to spend some • Eathorne’s Sports Power time wetting a line. • Fiveways Fishing & Fuel Wunjunga Beach (Beachmount), located 28km from Home Hill, is a fisherman’s SIZE AND paradise. The unspoilt beach is the perfect @mizzmaze BAG LIMITS place to catch bream, whiting, grunter and Be aware that size and bag limits apply salmon. ONSHORE to certain species in Queensland. Closed The Burdekin River flows for more than FISHING seasons also apply for certain species. 700km from its source to the ocean east Visit www.daf.qld.gov.au of Ayr. It is known to deliver good numbers There are plenty of great fishing spots of barramundi, sooty grunter, fingermark, in the region but some of the favourites ZONING giant trevally, mullet, queenfish, flathead, amongst locals are the Burdekin River, mangrove jack, jewfish, sailfish and Haughton River, Groper Creek, Alva INFORMATION Spanish mackeral. There are several entry Beach and the Burdekin Dam. The When planning a fishing trip, be sure to points to the Burdekin River on each side. Burdekin River delta features dozens check zoning maps. The Burdekin Dam/Lake Dalrymple of sheltered estuaries suitable for small Visit www.gbrmpa.gov.au. was built for irrigation purposes but is boats. also a fantastic place to fish. The dam is BE CROC WISE home to barramundi, archerfish, grunter, OFFSHORE Large estuarine crocodiles inhabit most sleepy cod, longtom, perch, catfish, eels water ways in the Burdekin so be croc and crayfish. You will need a Stocked FISHING wise. For more information visit Impoundment Permit to fish at the dam. The Burdekin has excellent offshore www.ehp.qld.gov.au. For more information visit fishing including around Cape Upstart www.qld.gov.au. and the shoals off Alva Beach. It is also a great place to head to the Great Turn for a map of boat ramps Barrier Reef but make sure you check zoning before putting a line in the EATHORNE’S water. TOURS There are local companies who offer Easy Rear Parking FISHING IS OUR BUSINESS fishing tours for those keen to wet a line. For more information visit one of the great local bait and tackle shops. A 138 Queen Street, Ayr @jcsfishing P 07 4783 5744

www.visitburdekin.com.au 15 CONCRETE RAMPS: TOWNSVILLE N BOWLING GREEN BAY • Ocean Creek • Plantation Creek BRUCE HIGHWAY • Hell Hole Creek CORAL • Groper Creek • Wallace Creek BARRATTA SEA CROMARTY CK. BOAT RAMP • Barramundi Creek BOAT RAMP • Cromarty Creek EMMETT CREEK JERONA ALVA • Barratta Creek • Molongle Creek CAMPING INVICTA ROAD ROAD FACILITIES: CREEK BARRAMUNDI CK. RAMP BOAT RAMP ALVA BEACH ROAD • Groper Creek

CROMARTY CREEK (MORRIS’S CREEK) • Wunjunga BOAT OCEAN CREEK MORRIS BOAT RAMP • Alva Beach GIRU POOPOONBAH ROAD KALAMIA CREEK • Molongle Creek PEGGY BOG ROAD PLANTATION CK. NORTH COAST RAIL KALAMIA ROAD ROAD BOAT RAMP WHARF COLEVALE OLD

BEACH ROAD BEACH BURSTALL ROAD BRANDON PLANTATION CREEK SHIRBOURNE ROAD WOODSTOCK ROAD HAUGHTON RIVER HODEL BRUCE HIGHWAY JERONA ROAD AYR PIONEER BRUCE HIGHWAY AIRDMILLAN ROAD WILSON ROAD PHILLIPS CAMP ROAD PHILLIPS CAMP

SHEEP STATION CREEK BOAT RAMP

UPPER HAUGHTON ROAD KILRIE ROAD JARVISFIELD

NUTTALL ROAD KILRIE ROAD ANABRANCH ROAD McDESME ROAD HELL HOLE ISLAND ROAD HODDER ROAD BOAT RAMP RIVER

BURDEKIN SWITCHBACK ROAD SANDHILL ROAD RITA IS. CHARTERS TOWERS AND WOODSTOCK INKERMAN KIERLES LANDING

AYR DALBEG ROAD HOME GROPER AYR Ocean Creek (13.1km) MOUNT ROAD CREEK GROPER CK. (Post Oﬃce) Plantation Creek (13.8km) KELLY HILL DARVENIZA ROAD BOAT RAMP

LENA ROAD Phillips Camp (19.8km) BRUCE HIGHWAY Hell Hole (22.5km) Kierle’s Landing (18.6km) MOUNT INKERMAN Barratta’s (42.7km) AYR DALBEG ROAD Barramundi Creek/Morris’s (43.6km) Cromarty Creek (48.7km) WUNJUNGA

WALLACE ROAD HOME HILL Groper Creek (14.2km) WALLACE CK. (Post Oﬃce) Wallace Creek (20.2km) BOAT RAMP Wunjunga (32.3km) CLARE, MILLAROO BEACHMOUNT ROAD Molongle Creek (51km) AND DALBEG BOWEN

16 CONCRETE RAMPS: TOWNSVILLE N BOWLING GREEN BAY • Ocean Creek • Plantation Creek BRUCE HIGHWAY • Hell Hole Creek CORAL • Groper Creek • Wallace Creek BARRATTA SEA CROMARTY CK. BOAT RAMP • Barramundi Creek BOAT RAMP • Cromarty Creek EMMETT CREEK JERONA ALVA • Barratta Creek • Molongle Creek CAMPING INVICTA ROAD ROAD FACILITIES: CREEK BARRAMUNDI CK. RAMP BOAT RAMP ALVA BEACH ROAD • Groper Creek

SHEEP STATION CREEK BOAT RAMP

UPPER HAUGHTON ROAD KILRIE ROAD JARVISFIELD

NUTTALL ROAD KILRIE ROAD ANABRANCH ROAD McDESME ROAD HELL HOLE ISLAND ROAD HODDER ROAD BOAT RAMP RIVER

BURDEKIN SWITCHBACK ROAD SANDHILL ROAD RITA IS. CHARTERS TOWERS AND WOODSTOCK INKERMAN KIERLES LANDING

AYR DALBEG ROAD HOME GROPER AYR Ocean Creek (13.1km) MOUNT ROAD CREEK GROPER CK. (Post Oﬃce) Plantation Creek (13.8km) KELLY HILL DARVENIZA ROAD BOAT RAMP

WALLACE ROAD HOME HILL Groper Creek (14.2km) WALLACE CK. (Post Oﬃce) Wallace Creek (20.2km) BOAT RAMP Wunjunga (32.3km) CLARE, MILLAROO BEACHMOUNT ROAD Molongle Creek (51km) AND DALBEG BOWEN MOLONGLE CREEK BOAT RAMP (Gumlu)

www.visitburdekin.com.au 17 BEACHES & BEYOND

From adrenaline pumping Alva to wondrous Wunjunga, the Burdekin has two main beaches each offering unique and different experiences...

ALVA BEACH Alva Beach (Lynch’s Beach), 20 minutes drive from Ayr, offers a relaxed location providing the perfect setting to unwind and explore at your own leisure. Holiday houses and permanent residences fill the township of Alva. At low tide Alva Beach makes for excellent exploring, with hundreds of solider crabs, endless shells and an @intheloop_australia abundance of birdlife. Outer sand bars create inshore lagoon areas popular WUNJUNGA CAPE UPSTART amongst kitesurfers and paddle boarders on weekends. The beach is also a hotspot BEACH Cape Upstart, 30km south of Home Hill in the Whitsunday region, is a secluded for fishing, with many anglers bringing in For those wanting to experience a national park accessible only by boat. decent catches to show off. truly secluded beach, Wunjunga Beach Crystal clear waters, running fresh water On weekends during summer, the (Beachmount) is an absolute must. streams and waterfalls from the mountain beach is patrolled by members of the Wunjunga features 14km of coastline tops contribute to the serenity of the area Ayr Surf Life Saving Club, one of North and a small community of permanent which is dotted with holiday homes. Queensland’s oldest surf clubs. Care residents, holiday homes and beach There are numerous middens in the needs to be taken if swimming, due huts. Located 35km south of Home Hill, sand dunes of Cape Upstart which to changeable conditions and marine Wunjunga is accessed by a bitumen and demonstrates the connection of the stingers. dirt road which travels through a cattle Juru people to the area. There are also Alva’s Yongala Dive operates a Dive Shop property and is a haven for local wildlife. several sacred sites, like the women’s and accommodation, specialising in PADI Funny Dunny Park is a small camping area at Worrungu Bay and the stone dive courses, with day trips out to the SS. area at Wunjunga offering short stay arrangements near Mine Island. Yongala wreck. This world renowned dive camping for a donation. is one of the best on the Great Barrier Cape Upstart is home to over 100 Three Aboriginal middens are located Reef. Alva Beach Tourist Park has a kiosk. species of birds including black swans, near Wunjunga. The sacred, protected If you’re spending the day at Alva, bring a lorikeets, jabirus and brolgas. Bush sites can be observed from afar. picnic or barbecue lunch to enjoy in the camping is permitted at Coconut Beach, park near the Surf Club. permits and fees apply.

18 TOP EXPERIENCES

@ryanfurnell STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING The outer sandbars at Alva Beach (Lynch’s Beach) create flat water lagoons even in windy conditions providing a haven for stand up paddle boarders. Look beneath the surface as you glide along - the abundance of marine life so close to shore will astound you. SOLDIER CRAB MARCHING Amidst the flow of tides the seashore teems with life at Alva. Armies of soldier crabs march across the tidal mudflats at low tide, quickly corkscrewing into the mud if disturbed. The tiny crabs, just 15mm wide, march in their thousands. It is a sight to behold. WHALE WATCHING Every year from June to August whales migrate north from Antarctica to holiday in the warm waters off Queensland before making their southern return between September and November. The shallow and sheltered waters around the reef offer an ideal calving ground and nursery for newborn whales. Be on the lookout from June to August and you’ll be sure to see a humpback whale while out boating around Cape Upstart or from the shores of one of our beaches.

www.visitburdekin.com.au 19 ADVENTURE Did you know the Burdekin is home to one of the top wreck dive sites in the world?

ADRENALINE JUNKIES AND ADVENTURE ENTHUSIASTS WILL BE RIGHT AT HOME IN THE BURDEKIN...

Lynch's Beach at Alva is one of the best spectacular views of the region. Hike to kitesurfing locations in Australia. The the top or drive. waves are among the best you will find Alva is also the closest jump-off point DIVE ONE OF THE in North Queensland and the main sand for the Yongala dive site. The SS Yongala 1. PLANET’S BEST DIVES bars help create a big flatwater lagoon. wreck dive site is ranked as one of the Be aware, the currents are strong and world’s top wreck dive sites. The Yongala, 2. KITESURF AT ALVA the area is not suitable for beginners. at 109m, is the largest and most intact Hutching's Lagoon near Ayr is a popular historic shipwreck in Australia. While PARAGLIDE OFF location for water sports including skiing exploring the site, divers can also expect 3. MT INKERMAN and wakeboarding. To find out how you to encounter giant gropers, giant trevally, can enjoy it, get in touch with the Lower cobia, barracuda, queenfish, clown fish, Burdekin Ski Club. sea snakes, turtles, giant marble rays and 4. SNORKEL THE REEF For those who are experienced, Mt manta rays. Yongala Dive, based at Alva, 4WD AT ALVA OR Inkerman is a great location to take to the can take you to the site on their purpose- WUNJUNGA skies and go paragliding. Mt Inkerman, built Yongala Express in just 30 minutes. 5. 10 minutes south of Home Hill, offers

20 www.visitburdekin.com.au 21 FAMILY FUN Well known for being a relaxed and friendly destination the Burdekin is the perfect place for a family getaway...

Families can enjoy a wide array of wildlife, park and coastal adventures along with attractions only found in the Burdekin. The region has an array of parks located throughout the shire offering the perfect place to take time out, go for a stroll, walk the dog or take the kids for a play. From young families looking for somewhere to let the kids stretch their legs to seniors wanting to relax in peace, all avenues are covered. Barbecue and picnic facilities are available at several local parks as well as play equipment and seating. The Ayr Nature Display features more than 60,000 individual specimens of native fauna including butterflies, shells, timbers and rocks. Included is a wall covered with 1220 butterflies found in the region and the ceiling is covered in another 1310 specimens. While you are there check out the map of Australia made up of 3860 coloured beetles. You can also see the world’s largest moth and clam at Ayr Nature Display. Ashworth’s Tourist Centre in Home Hill is the place to see the treasures of the earth. See a fossilised dinosaur egg, a wall- to-wall display of agate, a collection of meteor-split rocks, fossils, crystals, opalised wood and a 9kg fulgarite. Ashworth’s Tourist Centre is also the place to get a unique memento of your visit to the region with precious stone jewellery crafted by local jewellers and memorabilia featured for sale. The Stardust Drive-In located in Ayr offers a great family outing with family movies screening regularly and an onsite fairy garden and Silver Screens and Coffee Beans Cafe. Take a drive to one of the Burdekin’s pristine beaches and enjoy at your own leisure. At low tide, Alva Beach (Lynch’s Beach) makes for excellent exploring, with hundreds of solider crabs, endless shells and an abundance of birdlife. Located 20 minutes drive from Ayr, Alva Beach is patrolled on weekends in summer by the Ayr Surf Life Saving Club making it a great place to stop for a swim. If you are in search of good, old fashioned, family fun away from society then Wunjunga Beach (Beachmount) is just the place. Located 35km from Home Hill, Wunjunga offers 14km of shoreline, great four wheel driving and family friendly camping facilities.

22 Parks are aplenty... Amenities BBQ Picnic AreaPlayground ALVA Anzac Park at Alva Beach. Sandowns Street l l l l AYR Anzac Memorial Park. Macmillan Street l l l l Skate park + memorial Coutts Park. Beach Road l l l l Basketball court Parkside Park. Elizabeth Street l Basketball court Plantation Nature Play. Bruce Highway l l l l Walking path BRANDON Sandy Corner. Bruce Highway l l Spiller Street Park. Bruce Highway l l l l Basketball court + memorial CLARE Clare Pool Park. School Road l l l GIRU Brolga Park. Carey Street l l l l GROPER CREEK Groper Creek Park. Hinkson Esplanade l l l l HOME HILL Arch Dunn Memorial Park. Tenth Street l l l l E.W Ford Park. First Street l l l Home Hill Comfort Stop. Eighth Avenue l l l Burdekin Diorama . Bruce Highway l l Diorama + memorial Lloyd Mann Park. Eighth Avenue l Walking path Watson’s Green. Ninth Street Basketball court + skate park INKERMAN Mt Inkerman. Mt Inkerman Road l l l Lookout WUNJUNGA Funny Dunny Park. Wunjunga Road l l

www.visitburdekin.com.au 23 WILDLIFE The Burdekin is teeming with wildlife - you just have to know where to look.

CROCODILES If your heart is set on spotting a crocodile in the wild then the @fournamesdave winter months are the ideal time when crocodiles come out to sun themselves. Crocodiles inhabit most of the Burdekin’s waterways and esturaries as well as the coastal waters. Saltwater crocodiles are the largest living reptile on earth growing up to 7m in length. With formidable jaws, incredible speed and unfathomable power they are not an animal you want to get close to. Be croc-wise when visiting North Queensland, always keep a distance from crocodile inhabited areas, look for warning signs and never camp near the waters edge. TURTLES Did you know that six of the world’s turtle species call the Great Barrier Reef home? Green Sea Turtles are often spotted at the SS Yongla Wreck Dive Site, feeding or sleeping. Other @aerial_spark turtle species that frequent the area are the Hawksbill Sea Turtle and the Loggerhead Sea Turtle. It is not uncommon for divers to see up to six or seven turtles during a single dive! MANTA RAYS The largest of all rays with a wingspan of up to seven metres, they are a favourite marine species amongst divers and are often seen at the SS Yongala Dive Site. With the largest brain to body weight ratio of any living fish they are very inquisitive creatures. ROCK WALLABY These acrobats of the marsupial world leap and bound their way around the large boulders and cliff ledges of Mt Inkerman. Their medium size and sharp claws enable them to climb rocks and even tall trees. Dusk is the best time to see them when they come to feed, Mt Inkerman is also one of the best places to enjoy a Burdekin sunset. BIRDS The Burdekin rivals Kakadu when it comes to birds with over 280 species of birds inhabiting the area. More than 20,000 water birds visit the Ramsar- listed Cromarty Wetlands each year. The Burdekin inland pastoral areas and dry woodlands are a favourable feeding ground for emus. Head out to Clare or the Dalbeg area in the winter months to catch a glimpse of one.

24 @wozjox WALKS

MT INKERMAN @aerial_spark Rising dramatically from the vast surrounding landscape, Mt. Inkerman, south of Home Hill, offers an awe inspiring BURDEKIN RIVER view of the landscape below. The hike up to the top via the Mt. Inkerman Nature Trail (MINT) offers a steep but scenic BRIDGE WALK walk that winds through the bush to reveal the vast Burdekin The Burdekin River Bridge, affectionately referred to as the landscape. The district’s rich agricultural country and the sheer SilverLink, is the district’s best known landmark - it also offers a size of the Burdekin River is best appreciated from here. fantastic walk along the pedestrian walkway. Visitors wanting to experience the walk can do so from the north or south sides. JURU WALK The best place to park to access the pedestrian walkway is on The Juru Walk in Plantation Park is an important link to the the southern side at the Burdekin Diorama in Home Hill. The region’s Aboriginal history. The Juru walk is situated in what is bridge makes a great backdrop for photos and the best place believed to be the Burdekin’s last remaining remnant rainforest. to get a happy snap is from the pedestrian walkway on the The area includes a lagoon teeming with wildlife as well as southern approach. The bridge is 1.1km long and in 2010 was several art sculptures. recognised as a National Engineering Heritage Landmark. BEACHES BURDEKIN BE ACTIVE TRAIL Alva Beach and Wunjunga are the perfect place to take a The Burdekin Be Active Trail links parks, shops, schools, stroll. Alva Beach is only 20 minutes from Ayr and is a popular medical facilities and sporting facilities by a combined walk destination for tourists and locals alike. Wunjunga is 25 minutes and cycle way. Visit the amenities block at Anzac Park for a south of Home Hill and features 14km of unspoilt beach. map of all the pathways.

www.visitburdekin.com.au 25 CULTURE

Whether it’s learning about one of the oldest living societies on the planet or catching a flick at one of the last drive-in theatres in Queensland, the Burdekin offers a diverse range of cultural experiences. The Gudjuda Reference Group honours the cultural heritage of the traditional owners of the land. The group watches over six Aboriginal clans, the Bindal, Juru, Gia, Birriah, Jangga and Ngaro groups. The Juru Walk at the southern end of Plantation Park provides an important bond to the Burdekin’s Aboriginal history. A bush tucker garden was planted alongside the walk and features more than 30 species of plants. Plantation Park is also home to a 60m carpet snake sculpture, Gubulla Munda, which was built by the Gudjuda Reference Group in 2004 to celebrate and promote indigenous culture. The sculpture marks the significance of the site as a traditional burial ground. Across from the sculpture is the Gudjuda Reference Group’s Gudjuda Deck Cafe. The Burdekin Theatre in the main street of Ayr is a great place to catch a show. It also features the Gallery of the Stars photographic display of the big names who have performed at the theatre. The water feature at the front of the theatre was created to recognise the importance of water to the Burdekin region. Movie buffs should head to theBurdekin Delta Cinemas in Queen St, Ayr. Owned by world-renowned golfer Karrie Webb and her parents, the cinema operates five nights per week screening the latest hits straight from Hollywood. For those who want to step back in time, the Burdekin is also home to one of the last remaining drive-in theatres. The Stardust Drive-In, located in Ayr offers a great family outing with family movies screening double features regularly and an onsite fairy garden, mini golf and Silver Screens and Coffee Beans Cafe. In addition to Gubulla Munda, the Burdekin is home to a number of sculptures and art murals. The Giant Cane Cutters, at the Gudjuda Home Hill Showgrounds connect indigenous and non-indigenous people of the region symbolising the region’s rich agricultural heritage and back breaking work of days gone by. A sculpture near the Burdekin Library in Ayr was made entirely from locally- sourced parts. The artwork, Moving Forward, depicts family.

26 HISTORY

THE BURDEKIN TELLS

TALES OF A CAPTIVATING Tom’s Toybox in Home Hill is a collection of working COLONIAL PAST, OF machinery from yesteryear. From restored farm machinery, steam and hot-air engines, veteran cars to historical household FARMING TRIUMPHS AND appliances, Tom’s Toybox is brimming with history. Visits are by appointment and a fee of $5 per adult is donated to the Royal COMMUNITY SPIRIT... Flying Doctor Service. Contact Tom’s Toybox on 0419 826 258. The history of the Burdekin has been shaped by agriculture, The Silver Link Interpretive Display at the Home Hill Visitors wars and natural disasters, but the region would not be what it Information Centre houses hundreds of photos depicting the is today without the pioneers who pushed on and had a vision history of the region and the construction of the Burdekin of what a rich region the Burdekin could become. Bridge. The Burdekin’s rich history has resulted in a number of The Pioneer Avenue plaques in Home Hill tell the story of the heritage-listed and restored buildings. In Ayr, there is the region’s pioneering families. The plaques sit under the shady Council Chambers along with the iconic Town Clock, Ayr Post paperbark trees in the main street. Office and Court House, all of which are in the main street, The Burdekin Lions Diorama near the Burdekin Bridge Queen Street. There is also the Masonic Building, Ayr High offers a great insight into the region’s early sugar history. The School and just north in Brandon is the former St Patrick’s diorama includes the John Drysdale Memorial which is a Catholic Church which now (having been relocated) forms part tribute to the man who developed stability in the region. of the Brandon Heritage Precinct. In Home Hill, there is the Just 8km south of Home Hill is the Charlie’s Hill WWII site. Home Hill Powerhouse which was the largest powerhouse in The site was a WWII RAAF radar station and includes a war North Queensland when it was built. bunker. It was part of the country’s domestic defence strategy Brandon is home to many of the machines that helped and was designed to detect approaching enemy planes so as develop the Burdekin region into what it is today. The to alert neighbouring radar stations. Brandon Heritage Precinct is home to the Burdekin Although the historic town of Ravenswood isn’t officially part of Machinery Preservationists and features a display of old the Burdekin Shire it is a popular spot that locals claim as their farm machinery, stationary engines, tractors and cars own. Ravenswood is known for its “ghost town” reputation and For information on opening times Call (07) 4782 6257 its beautiful architecture. or (07) 4782 1453.

www.visitburdekin.com.au 27 TASTE

INTERNATIONAL CUISINE LAZY BRUNCHES Friendly staff will help ensure your international dining For lazy mornings with friends over freshly roasted coffee, the experience is enjoyable. Chinese, Indian and local chefs Burdekin provides an excellent cafe culture. Enjoy a relaxed combine traditional cooking methods with fresh local produce atmosphere and allow the conversation to flow. to create indulgent experiences. COOK FOR YOURSELF ENTICING RESTAURANTS Free barbeques at plenty of local parks including Alva Beach, For a refined culinary experience or to celebrate a special Anzac Park, Plantation Park and the Comfort Stop provide occasion, the Burdekin has some unique dining venues. Quality opportunities for families to venture outside and enjoy the meals are prepared by talented chefs and exceptional customer beautiful climate. Buy freshly caught seafood, local beef and service ensures the experience is a pleasure. locally grown produce to use as ingredients.

139-141 Queen Street, Ayr, 4807 (next to cinema)

07 4783 2666 [email protected]

C O F F E E . B R E A K F A S T . L U N C H + B A R. G R I L L . T A K E A W A Y .

28 • Buffet of homemade meals made fresh daily • Fresh Salads • Fresh Juice • Coffee and homemade cakes • Milkshakes and much much BAR OPEN DAILY 10am - 4am more BISTRO OPEN DAILY 11.30am LUNCH & 6pm DINNER Come in and enjoy our friendly family atmosphere GAMING ROOM OPEN DAILY 10am - 4am with a delicious homemade meal. A 88-90 Queen Street, Ayr A 125 Queen Street, Ayr OPEN 7 DAYS P 07 4783 1999 P 07 4783 1631 Mon-Wed 5am-6pm • Thurs & Fri 6am-8pm Sat 5.30am-2.00pm • Sun 6.30am-2.00pm & 5pm-8pm • COOKED PRAWNS • FRESH FISH • OYSTERS • CRAB OR PRAWN SANDWICHES • COLD DRINKS • BOUNCE COFFEE • HOT FOOD (GF options available) • FISH & CHIPS • FROZEN SEAFOOD • BAIT • CATERING • FRESH BREAD • CONVENIENCE STORE FIVE-WAYS FISH BAR FISH & CHIPS • SEAFOOD • ITALIAN CUISINE Phone orders welcome • Closed Tuesdays only • Bar meals available all day - 7 Days a Week • Accommodation Available A 2 Norham Road A 71 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill FOLLOW US A 264 Queen Street, Ayr (400m before Silver Link Caravan Park) Find us on a P 07 4783 3164 P 4782 1078 - Open 7 Days a i P 07 4783 1570

Claredale Pastures offers a true paddock-to-plate experience. Enjoy one of our delicious home style meals or be tempted by our famous lemon meringue pie. Make sure you browse our selection of free range, grass The Coffee Club Ayr fed lamb & beef. Good Food Great Service Excellent Coffee™ A 1450 Barratta Rd, Clare Gourmet Meats & Café A Shop 6, Burdekin Plaza Shopping Centre, Ayr P 07 4782 7111 P 4783 2656 - Open 7 Days E [email protected] www.claredalepastures.com

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QUALITY PUB GRUB The Burdekin’s many hotels provide a great range of quality, budget-friendly dining experiences. Comprehensive menus with fresh local produce are the norm. LOCALLY MADE PASTRIES Quality fresh produce is everywhere you look in the Burdekin. Diners will appreciate the creativity and talents of local cooks. LOCALLY GROWN PRODUCE The Burdekin is the North’s food bowl and that is evident in the plethora of fresh produce on sale throughout the region. Local produce is available at regular markets as well as at roadside stalls. TIME SAVING TAKEAWAY Sometimes you just want something that is quick and satisfying. For those in a rush there are plenty of budget friendly options. CONVENIENCE TOSH’S STORE ABN: 54 393 919 322 9 CHIPPENDALE STREET, AYR QLD 4807 07 4783 1329

Come in and see our friendly staff today for your Lotto and Instant Scratch Its needs and more including: • Hot Food • Newspapers & Magazines OPEN 7 DAYS • Fresh Wraps & • Local Fresh Bread Sandwiches • Milk & Dairy Products Monday to Thursday 5:00am – 8:00pm | Friday 5:00am – 8:30pm • Barista Coffee, Milk • Pure Drinking Water Saturday & Sunday 5:30am – 8:00pm Shakes & Thick Shakes Refilling Station Ordering Hours Monday to Sunday 6.00am-2.30pm • Homemade Cakes, • Bait & Ice Friday 5.30pm - 7.30pm Slices & Pasta • Prepaid Re-charge OPEN Public Holidays | See store noticeboard for times • Masala Indian Meals • Gift Cards • Cold Drinks & Slushies • Lollies & Ice-Creams • Fresh Fruit & Vegetables • Fresh Local Meat

30 www.visitburdekin.com.au 31 EMERGENCY NUMBERS AMBULANCE | POLICE | FIRE...000 Administration & General Enquiries: n AYR Police...... 4790 3555 Fire...... 4783 2600 Ambulance...... 13 12 33 Hospital...... 4783 0855 n BRANDON Police...... 4790 3555 Fire...... 4783 2600 Ambulance...... 13 12 33 n CLAREDALE Police...... 4782 7101 Fire...... 4783 2600 Ambulance...... 13 12 33 n DALBEG Police...... 4782 7101 The region's main hospital is Fire...... 4783 2600 located on Chippendale St in Ambulance...... 13 12 33 Ayr and features an emergency n GIRU HEALTH department. A second hospital is Police...... 4782 9180 located in Home Hill. Fire...... 4782 9290 There are a variety of doctor Ambulance...... 13 12 33 surgeries, chemists, optometrists n HOME HILL SERVICES and health services throughout Police...... 4782 1300 the region. Fire...... 4782 2077 The Burdekin In Ayr the chemists take turns Ambulance...... 13 12 33 to open on a Saturday morning. Hospital...... 4790 5700 Check the local newspaper, The region is serviced n Burdekin Advocate, for the latest MILLAROO Police...... 4782 7101 by two hospitals roster. Fire...... 4783 2600 Lower Burdekin Home for the Ambulance...... 13 12 33 and a number of Aged has facilities in Ayr and medical facilities. Home Hill catering for all care n POLICE LINK...... 131 444 requirements.

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32 SHOP D, 129-141 EIGHTH AVENUE, HOME HILL 07 4782 1084

Home Hill Complete Health Pharmacy offers a holistic approach to your health With a large range of health services and products that Australians trust and know we are constantly on the search for locally sourced products to complement our growing range of products we have on offer. With over 70 years of combined experience in community pharmacy you can be assured that your health needs will be met. At Home Hill Complete Health Pharmacy, we strive to make a positive difference to our patients and customers by providing medicine and healthcare solutions with an uncompromising approach towards Professional Health Advice and Exceptional Customer Service. Our Friendly Local Staff are here to help with any questions you might have. Whilst visiting the lovely Burdekin, make sure Home Hill Complete Health Pharmacy is on the top of your list for all of your Health Related needs.

Conveniently located at the Home Hill IGA Centre

www.visitburdekin.com.au 33 There are plenty of places in the Burdekin that can attend to your every need - from a pedicure to a full facial and everything in between. For those who like to dress in unique apparel, the Burdekin offers wonderful SHOP boutique shopping. With only a couple of chain stores in the region, most THE BURDEKIN IS THE of the shopping is made up of individual businesses offering an assortment of clothing from boutique labels. PERFECT PLACE FOR A From head to toe, Burdekin businesses cater to every inch of the body. RELAXING DAY AWAY. From hats and fascinators to clothing, shoes and lingerie, there is TREAT YOURSELF TO something for every occasion and every budget. From upmarket clothing stores to op shop finds, there is a complete range A PAMPER SESSION of options available. BEFORE HITTING THE Just an easy hour’s drive south of Townsville, the region attracts many shoppers from surrounding centres to find something with a bit of flare to SHOPS. add to their wardrobe.

34 GURGO’S PAINT & HARDWARE

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FRIDAY & SATURDAY HAPPY HOUR 6.30-8.30PM • Tiles • Tapware • Waterproofing Tenpin Bowling • Cafe • Vanities • Kitchens • Tools/Trims Bumper Bowling • Adhesives & Grout • Outdoor Pavers All Abilities Bowling A 124 Edward Street, Ayr (opposite Coles) P 07 4783 1214 A Queen Street, Ayr P 07 4783 5934 A Shop 9, 44 Parker Street, Ayr P 07 4783 3332 E [email protected] W www.burdekintiles.com.au Follow us on E [email protected] Jimmy's Handyman & Fencing Service SIBBY ABN: 67 053 764 135 * Painting Quality Work.... * Tiling Affordable Prices.... SAVERS * Fencing WORK WEAR • CORPORATE WEAR * Lawn & Garden Service SCHOOL UNIFORMS • WESTERN * Repairs & Maintenance WEAR AKUBRA HATS • WORK BOOTS A Graham Street, Ayr P 07 4783 2566 ree uotes h E [email protected] HOME HILL NEWS Open Daily @ 5.30am • Newspapers • Magazines • Lotto • Scratchies • Built-in Furniture • Keys & Locks • Cards • Bus & Train Tickets • Milk • Bread • Toys • Glass &Ofce:Ofce: Aluminium (07)(07)• Security 47834783 Screens 23002300 • Darrell Lea • Windows & Doors • All Glass Replacement Email:Email: [email protected]@bobgouldfab.com.au NOW STOCKING UNIFORMS FOR HOME HILL • Internal & External Shade Solutions Web: www.bobgouldfabrications.com.auwww.bobgouldfabrications.com.au HIGH & PRIMARY SCHOOLS A 165 Drysdale Street, Ayr AND LINGERIE SLEEPWEAR P 79 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill P 07165 4783 DrysdaleDrysdale 2300 St,St, AYRAYR QQ 48074807 A 151a Queen Street, Ayr P 07 4782 1156 E [email protected] P 07 4783 4611 E [email protected] W www.bobgouldfabrications.com.au

ASHWORTHS JEWELLERS ROCK SHOP TREASURES OF THE EARTH GALLERY • Tour Coaches & Caravans All Welcome, Plenty of parking • Small Admission charge to Gallery, Main Building Free ASHWORTHS TOURIST CENTRE ....passing through Home Hill! Totally unexpected in the town of Home Hill is one of Australia’s most unusual tourist centres. Something that one would expect in the heart of Sydney; this complex is three attractions in one building

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www.visitburdekin.com.au 37 Whether you’re here for a while or just looking to escape the rat race for a few days, the Burdekin STAY has just what you are looking for...

EVERY YEAR MOTEL STYLE Avenue offers self contained caravans, There are a number of motel style campervans, cars and motorhomes a THOUSANDS accommodations throughout the district. place to stay for up to 48 hours with no There is something to suit all budgets. bookings required. OF PEOPLE Along with a dumping point for RVs, STOP AT THE BACKPACKING it features warm showers, parenting There are a number of hostels and facilities, electric barbecues, sinks, large COMFORT STOP backpacker accomodation options for stainless steel benches and eating areas, IN HOME HILL those travelling in large groups, seeking all right in the main street of Home Hill. seasonal work or travelling long term. The Comfort Stop offers some of the cleanest amenities in Australia and they CAMPING OR are all free. CARAVANNING WORK – STAY – PLAY If you are camping or caravanning then • A/C Rooms • Free Wi-Fi BOUTIQUE you have come to the right place. The • BBQ Area • Laundry Facilities ACCOMMODATION Burdekin has an array of caravan and • 24 Hour Hot Water Looking for something a little more • 23m Pool camping parks situated throughout the • 24 Hour Security Cameras personal? We’ve got it covered. There are shire offering short term and long term • Fully Equipped Kitchen a number of bed and breakfast options stays with suitable facilities. A 139 Queen Street, Ayr as well as holiday homes listed on AirBnb. P 07 4783 3991 The Home Hill Comfort Stop in Railway E [email protected] PARKSIDE MOTEL AYR • QUEENSLAND TCome and enjoy the great food and hospitality at Lily’s Licenced Restaurant. THE Q-BAR & GRILL Open Mon-Sat - Bookings Essential Licensed Restaurant

A 233 Queen Street, Ayr A 74-76 Graham Street, Ayr P 07 4783 6666 P 07 4783 1244 F 07 4783 4769 NEW: Book a room online on our web portal E [email protected] www.parksidemotelayr.com.au W www.ayrtravellersmotel.com.au E [email protected]

Burdekin Holiday Parks are ideal for both short stay and long term travellers. With two convenient locations, it’s easy to enjoy everything that the Burdekin has to offer. We invite you to enjoy the clean, comfortable and friendly service at our holiday parks. AYR RI ASAS ARAA AR (07) 4783 1429 228 Queen Street, Ayr www.burdekincascades.com.au HOM HI ARAA AR (07) 4782 2498 Cnr Eleventh Ave & Eighth St, Home Hill www.homehillcp.com.au

www.visitburdekin.com.au 39 COASTAL COMMUNITIES ALVA JERONA Alva is just 16km from Ayr and is a popular spot to fish, Jerona is just over half an hour’s drive north of Ayr. The fishing walk and relax with the family. The township is comprised township is home to a number of permanent residents and of permanent residents, holiday and vacation homes and is surrounded by Bowling Green Bay National Park. The accommodation at Alva Beach Tourist Park. picturesque town sits on the banks of Barratta Creek and Alva Beach Park offers barbecue facilities as well as toilets and offers excellent fishing and a boat ramp. showers. During the summer months, volunteers from one of North Queensland’s oldest surf lifesaving clubs patrol the WUNJUNGA popular swimming area. Just 35km south of Ayr is the small fishing village of Wunjunga. The best way to enjoy all that Wunjunga has to offer is by GROPER CREEK setting up a tent or caravan at Funny Dunny Park camping Groper Creek is just 17km from Home Hill yet it is miles away grounds. The small grounds offer limited short-stay camping in from the stress of everyday life. The creek-side village is home return for a donation. Three Aboriginal middens are located at to about 50 permanent residents and many more weekend Wunjunga. They are a protected site and are significant to the and holiday huts. The huts, kiosk and phone box are built on region’s traditional owners. Wunjunga Beach (Beachmount) stilts to protect against the huge flood waters that inundate features sandy beaches, rolling waves and excellent fishing. the region during the wet season. Groper Creek features two boat ramps for those who want to get out on the water. There is excellent fishing all around Groper Creek but there is also plenty of birdlife on the creek’s shore.

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40 REGIONAL COMMUNITIES The Burdekin is comprised of many small communities each offering a unique experience. BRANDON Brandon is one of the most historic towns in the region. The Brandon Heritage Precinct is home to the restored St Patrick’s Catholic Church, the former Brandon Railway Station and the Burdekin Machinery Preservationists. The extensive display of sugar industry machinery is housed in the former Renown Theatre building. There is also the John Tait Steam Gallery, the Alf Shand Blacksmith Shop and the Fielding Engine Shed. The most significant item on display is the 1911 Marshall Colonial tractor, which has been restored and is in working order. It is the only one of its kind remaining in Australia. CLARE Clare is situated half an hour west of Ayr and boasts a swimming pool, school, corner store and the Clare Club. Farmers in the Clare area grow sugar cane and horticulture crops. DALBEG Dalbeg is situated on the banks of the Burdekin River. It is a strong rural community which grows sugar cane, sandalwood trees and horticulture crops. On the drive to Dalbeg is Cornford Lookout which offers a magnificent view of the Burdekin River. GIRU When it floods there is only one thing to do in Giru, jump in the tinny and head to the pub. Luckily, when it is dry, there are plenty of other things to do in the town. Situated between Ayr and Townsville, just minutes from the highway, Giru is home to Invicta Mill, the Giru International Hotel and the Haughton River. The town is centred around Invicta Mill and during the crushing season (typically June to November) the sweet aroma of crushed sugar cane can be smelt throughout the town. The town offers a beautiful, lush park which affords a great view of the mill for those who want to see it in action. The Giru International Hotel is the perfect place to meet a local and hear Did you know... about the history of the restored local train station which now acts as the town’s historical and information centre. Tobacco used to be grown in the MILLAROO Burdekin after WWII when returned Millaroo, which fronts the Burdekin River, is a small community soldiers were granted land to grow the which has a strong agricultural presence. The town has a crop. Some old tobacco drying sheds still swimming pool, social club, and a school which services the surrounding area. remain in the small communities.

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The Burdekin is one of the country’s largest melon producers. The annual crop includes watermelon, rockmelon and honeydew. Crops of mango, lychee, achacha, avocado, corn, pumpkin, cucumber, beans, capsicum, zucchini, eggplant, squash, rice, chilli, cassava and mungbeans also dot the landscape. About 2500ha of agricultural land in the Burdekin is dedicated to mango production with about 400,000 trees harvested

@4xpaw_crew annually. The region produces about a third of the crop for the Australian mango market. The Burdekin is also home to the WATER only rice processing plant in the state. The facility processes and distributes medium grain, long grain and specialty rice to The region really is built on liquid gold with the mighty domestic and international markets. The processing plant at Burdekin River, the huge underground aquifer and the Brandon also handles pulse and grain for the export market. Burdekin Falls Dam. Aquaculture is a growing industry in the Burdekin. Burdekin- The Burdekin River is 710km long, has the largest flow of any based business Pacific Reef Fisheries (PRF) produces river in Australia and drains an area of about 130,500sq km. A premium black tiger prawns and Cobia. MBD Energy has huge aquifer, said to be one of the largest in Australia, sits 10m been working closely with James Cook University and PRF to below the surface. The aquifer contains more than 20 million develop a bioremediation process for pond water and is also megalitres of water, or about 44 times the amount of water in constructing a state-of-the-art facility in the Burdekin which will the Sydney Harbour, and is used for irrigation purposes and produce the high value specialised product, Astaxanthin. town water. With over 300 days of sunshine a year and high solar The Burdekin Falls Dam is the largest dam in the State and irradiance levels, the Burdekin is ideal for large scale solar holds about 1.8 million megalitres of water at capacity, or about farms which has been recognised by a number of companies four times as much water as Sydney Harbour. Situated about who are in the process of constructing large scale solar farms. 160km upstream of the mouth of the Burdekin River, the dam’s water is used to replenish downstream aquifers among other uses. INDUSTRY The Burdekin is an industry powerhouse. While the prosperous region is known for its sugar cane production, it is home to many other industries as well. The region’s fertile soil, mild winter conditions and an abundance of water means it is possible to grow just about anything which is why it is Australia’s food bowl.

42 SUGAR About one quarter of Australia’s national sugar production comes from the Burdekin region. Sugar cane is the main industry in the Burdekin region which is the largest sugar- producing area in the country and amongst the most productive in the world. As you drive through the Burdekin region, you may notice tall chimney stacks rising from a landscape dominated by fields of sugarcane. If you happen to be visiting in the second half of the year, you’ll likely see clouds of white steam billowing from the top of those stacks. This is when the region’s four sugar mills are in full swing, crushing the massive cane crop and processing it into raw sugar. All four sugar mills are owned by Wilmar Sugar. About 600 cane farmers produce more than eight million @Wilmar Sugar tonnes of sugarcane annually. Wilmar Sugar processes that cane into about 1.2 million tonnes of raw sugar, which is railed maintenance period. Millions of dollars are spent upgrading, to the Port of Townsville for storage and export. replacing and repairing the factories to ensure they are ready The Burdekin’s crushing season typically runs from June to for the next crush. November. During this time, the mills are in operation 24 hours Wilmar Sugar is the Burdekin’s biggest private sector employer, a day, seven days a week. providing jobs for about 900 people during the crushing Wilmar’s cane trains are also running around the clock at season. this time of year, hauling bins of cut cane into the mills and The company is also a major contributor to the community delivering empty bins back out to the cane train sidings. through its sponsorship of dozens of local events, For the remainder of the year the mills shut down for a organisations and clubs every year.

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Ashworth's Tourist Centre St. Joseph's Giru...... 4782 9135 Giru Show - Second Saturday in September 170 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 1177 »» 7am Sunday Betty Corradi...... 4782 9173 [email protected] Ayr Nature Display St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church 119 Wilmington Street, Ayr...... 4783 2189 111 Macmillan Street, Ayr...... 4783 5771 Home Hill Harvest Festival »» 10am Sunday Worship November BOAT RESCUE SERVICE - EMERGENCY »» 10am Sunday School Doug Chappell...... 0429 821 863 Marine Rescue-Burdekin St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Qld Heritage Rally 2020 New Clare Road...... 4783 1014 9 Ninth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4783 5771 July 23-26 » Sunday 8.20am www.burdekinonline.com.au » Pat Shand...... 0417 746 367 St. Colman's Catholic Church CHURCH SERVICES Tenth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 1695 COMMUNITY INFORMATION »» 7am and 8.45am every Sunday All Saints' Anglican Church cnr Macmillan & Edwards Streets, Ayr...... 4783 2293 St. Helen's Anglican Church Ayr Chamber of Commerce www.anglicannq.org Fourteenth Street, Home Hill...... 4782 1453 Linda Butler Secretary...... 0407 753 600 »» 9am Thursday, 7am Friday, 10.30am & 12 noon Friday at »» 9am Sunday Lower Burdekin Home for the ages Burdekin Community Information Centre »» 9am & 5.30pm Sunday St. Stephens Greek Orthodox Church 119 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 7633 »» 9am children’s service last Sunday of month Eighth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 0141 »» Feb - Nov 9am Sunday School during school term. »» 1st Sat of month 8pm Burdekin Gateway Visitor Information Centre »» 3rd Sunday of month Messy Church 4-6pm Railway Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 8241 The Church of Jesus Christ of the Burdekin Baptist Church Latter Day Saints (Mormon) Burdekin Pet Rescue 151 Beach Road, Ayr...... 4782 1575 59 Burke Street, Ayr President - Melanie Curtis...... 0455 059 737 Andrew Ballin...... 0449 793 295 »» 9.30am Sunday Sacrament meeting PO Box 2452, Ayr »» Sunday Service 10am...... [email protected] Uniting Church Burdekin Community Church cnr Graham & Mackenzie Streets, Ayr...... 4783 2251 Burdekin Shire Council (Assembly of God) »» 10am every Sunday 145 Young Street, Ayr...... 4783 9800 International Drive Beach Rd, Ayr...... 4783 5552 »» 9am & 6pm Sunday Uniting Care Community Aspire Youth Burdekin Shire Youth Council PCYC Building Macmillan Street, Ayr...... 0419 275 900 145 Young Street, Ayr Christian Outreach Centre »» Contact Giovanna Tama Tammy Quagliata...... 4783 9832 26-30 Edwards St, Ayr...... 0428 937 571 »» 9.30am and 6.30pm Sunday Uniting Church Burdekin Visitor Information Centre 32 Twelfth Street, Home Hill...... 4783 2251 Plantation Park, Ayr...... 4783 5988 Jehovah's Witnesses, Kingdom Hal »» 8.30am every Sunday [email protected] 2 Lisa Drive, Ayr...... 4782 2626 Home Hill Chamber of Commerce Inc Roman Catholic Sacred Heart Catholic Church CINEMA Shop C 129 -141 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill 98 Edwards Street, Ayr...... 4783 2316 »» 6pm Saturday night [email protected] Burdekin Delta Cinemas »» Pres. David Jackson »» 9am, 5.30pm Sunday 145 Queen St, Ayr...... 4783 5259 Seventh Day Adventist Salvation Army Family Store Burdekin Theatre 131 Edward Street, Ayr...... 4783 4447 15 Parker Street, Ayr...... 4783 6859 161 Queen St, Ayr...... 4783 9880 »» 9.30am Saturday Sabbath School »» 11am Divine Service »» Prayer Meeting 7.3opm Wednesday COMMUNITY EVENTS COMMUNITY GROUPS/CLUBS Seventh Day Adventist Centre Australia Day Celebrations Burdekin Barra Rush Fishing Thirteenth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4783 6859 January 26 (Council)...... 4783 9800 Contact Mike...... 0400 696 386 »» 11am Church Service »» 9.30am Saturday Bible Study Burdekin Barra Rush Fishing Competition Burdekin Church Leaders Association St. Joseph's Clare...... 4782 1695 March PO Box 368, Ayr - Gavin Henderson...... 4783 5771 »» 6pm Saturday Mike L'Huillier ...... 0400 696 386 burdekin [email protected] Burdekin Craft Spectacular Burdekin Combined Chaplaincy 77-79 Ninth Ave, Home Hil...... 4783 2251 97 Norham Road, Ayr Rhonda Williams...... 4783 2750 Burdekin Growers' Race Day [email protected] 11th May 2020...... 4782 1665 www.burdekinraceclub.com.au Burdekin Fitness Hall 150-158 Wickham Street, Ayr Burdekin Show Amy Cranitch...... 0438 799 249 Late June, Ayr Showgrounds...... 0459 831 790 ADVERTISING [email protected] Burdekin Junior Eisteddfod - May [email protected] Burdekin Water Festival Ambassador www.burdekineisteddfod.org.au Programme Burdekin Legacy Contact Group 4783 2277 ext #3 June to September...... 0457 067 391 18 Edward Street, Ayr www. burdekinwaterfestival.com.au Robert Kennedy...... 0418 766 918 »» Grand Parade & Mardi Gras 1st Saturday in September ...... [email protected] Burdekin Winter Bowls Carnival Alys Comiskey...... 0439 433 183 / 4783 3183 EDITORIAL 23rd July ...... 0419 143 471 [email protected] »» Seven days of Open Bowls Events, hosted by the Home Hill Burdekin Men's Shed Association Inc. Community Sports Club. 155-157 Young Street, Ayr 4783 2277 ext #1 »» The Carnival will be Singles, Pairs, Triples and Fours. George Isaacs...... 0467 083 502 [email protected] Clare Cricket Carnival »» Elections held July yearly May Joanna...... 0407 827 155 Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre Chris...... 0429 827 330 40 Chippendale Street, Ayr...... 4783 4243

44 BURDEKIN, AYR, HOME HILL AND SURROUNDS COMMUNITY GROUPS/CLUBS cont. COMMUNITY GROUPS/CLUBS cont. RECREATIONAL cont.

Burdekin Singers & Theatre Company Inc Zonta Club Burdekin Art Society Young Street, Ayr - Corinna Polga...... 4783 2891 Pres:- Isabele Stubbs...... 0417 773 845 154 MacMillan Street, Ayr [email protected] »» Meets 2nd Tuesday of month, RSL 6pm Luisa Della -Baite...... 0448 509 927 [email protected] Giru Agricultural, Horticultural Sweet FM & Industrial Society Inc 134 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 8394 Burdekin Brass Band 3 Invicta Road, Giru...... 4782 9173 Arch Dunn Park Betty Corradi...... 0447 829 173 EMERGENCY SERVICES 86 Tenth Avenue, Home Hill...... 0419 835 722 Giru School of Arts Inc Burdekin Caledonian Pipe Band Inc Ambulance - Ayr Bill Christie...... 4783 3279 3 Invicta Road, Giru Chippendale Street...... 4761 2070 Betty Corradi...... 4782 9173 [email protected] Ambulance - Home Hil Burdekin Cruisers Car Club Greek Society 85 Tenth Avenue...... 4782 1200 Daniel Road, Home Hill William Lucas...... 0429 980 056 Lou Loizou...... 4782 0141 Ayr Fire Brigade [email protected] 47 Soper Street, Ayr...... 4783 2600 Italian Society Burdekin Delta Working Cattle Dog Assn Klondyke Road, Ayr Ayr Hospital Robyne Sherwood...... 0408 162 571 Gloria Lazzarini...... 0439 712 472 2 Chippedale Street, Ayr...... 4783 0855 Burdekin Machinery Preservationists Karen's School of Dance Ayr Police Station 21-27 Spiller St, Brandon Memorial Hall, 10th Avenue, Home Hill 165 Queens Street, Ayr...... 4790 3555 John Hanson Pres...... 4782 1026 Karen Healy...... 4782 2199 Burdekin Community Association Burdekin Patchwork and Quilters Guild Lions Club of Ayr 130 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 3744 QCWA Hall, cnr Munro & Young Sts, Ayr Sec Maryanne Kelly...... 0419 826 866 Ayr Hotel Home Hill Fire Brigade Contact Janice Hatherell...... 0488 101 472 [email protected] 83 Tenth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4729 9151 ...... [email protected] Burdekin Pipe Band »» Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesday 7pm Home Hill Hospital Bill Christie...... 4783 3279 Tenth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4790 5700 Lions Club of Home Hill Burdekin Plum Red Hatters Crown Hotel, 99 Eight Avenue Home Hill Police Station Margaret Giffard...... 0409 644 892 Home Hill...... 4782 1007 A/H 4782 1548 138 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 1300 [email protected] [email protected] »» Meet every 2nd and 4th Monday each month excluding MARKETS Burdekin Potters Inc January Contact Carolyn Starkey...... 0417 944 812 / 4783 1050 [email protected] Lower Burdekin Historical Society Ayr State School Fourteenth Street Plantation Park...... 4790 3333 Burdekin Senior's Computer Group St Helen's Anglican Hall, Home Hill »» First Sunday of the month from March to Dec Burdekin Neighbour Centre, Ayr Merle Turner...... 4782 1604 Vietnam Veteran's Markets Dianne Noack...... 0418 758 901 [email protected] Old Time Dance Plantation Park St Helen’s Anglican Church Hall Don...... 4783 6627 Burdekin Toastmasters Club »» Third Sunday of the month 8am except January Tenth Ave Home Hill Crown Hotel, 99 Eighth Avenue »» Merle Turner...... 4782 1604 Home Hill...... 4783 3001 / 0409 615 559 Saturday nights 8 - 11.30pm PUBLIC SWIMMING POOLS www.burdekin.toastmastersclubs.org.au PCYC - Burdekin Branch Ayr Pool Burdekin Trailer Yacht Club 164 MacMillan Street, Ayr Moonlight Bay, Groper Creek 242-250 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 2969. Andrew Sherrington ...... 0407 260 740 »» Not open in winter Pat Shand...... 0417 746 367 QCWA Ayr Branch Home Hill Pool Burdekin Woodcraft Assoc. Inc. 117 Young Street, Ayr 63-95 Eleventh Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 2498. 60 Little Drysdale St, Ayr...... 47833792 PO Box 781, Ayr 4807 Dianna Jones...... 0487 363 888 Crochet RECREATIONAL Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre QCWA Giru Branch 1-5pm Monday ...... 4783 4243 Rosa Frew, Pres...... 0407 116 465 Ayr and Lower Burdekin Caledonian Assoc Inc Home Hill Boat Club Inc Rhythm Edge Dance Studio Sec:- Agnes Christie...... 4783 3279 Hinkson Esplanade 119 Young Street, Ayr Ayr Handicraft Association Contact Manager...... 4782 0186 Jaynai Slatcher...... 0400 834 953 117 Young Street, (QCWA Hall), Ayr [email protected] [email protected] Lorraine Fuller...... 4782 5580 Home Hill Choral Society Rostrum Public Speaking Tuition Ayr Pastoral, Agricultural & Industrial 81 Ninth Avenue, Home Hill Stan Simpson President...... 0407 514 027 Association Inc. Erin Brennan...... 0428 822 091 [email protected] 123 Craig Street, Ayr...... 4783 1790 Home Hill Friends & Neighbours Craft Group Rotary Club of Ayr Burdekin Aero Club Inc Uniting Church Hall RSL, Young Street, Ayr Robert Oar...... 0418 187 337 32 Twelfth St, Home Hill...... 0417 722 673 Pres: Narelle Hibberd...... 0407 733 105 [email protected] facebook.com/RotaryClubOfAyrIncd9550/ Burdekin Amateur Basketball Inc »» Meet every Thursday, 6.30pm 10 Little Drysdale Street, Ayr Mahjong Pres. Richard Bonato...... 0408 186 426 Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre...... 4783 4243 Rotary Club of Home Hill Vice Pres. Shane James...... 0409 293 553 »» 1-5pm Monday - excludes public holidays Pres:-Robert Marshall...... 4782 1874 / 0409 264 361 Sec. Helen [email protected] Molongle Creek Boat Club Inc Treasurer:-Ray Mckaig...... 0429 822 139 [email protected] Molongle Beach Road, Gumlu ...... [email protected] Burdekin Artisans Community Assn Inc Margaret Linton...... 0417 195 346 Simply Dance 170 Eighth Avenue Home Hill [email protected] 11 Queens Street, Ayr Pres. Sandi Milani...... 0427 356 355 Writers' Group Melissa Neilson...... 0438 733 180 Sec. Desley Jackson...... 0497 356 355 Cherella Murphy...... 4783 2601

www.visitburdekin.com.au 45 BURDEKIN, AYR, HOME HILL AND SURROUNDS RECREATIONAL cont. SPORTS/CLUBS cont. SPORTS/CLUBS cont. Scout Group Burdekin Hockey Association Lower Burdekin Gymnastics Academy 57 Twelfth Avenue, Home Hill Ayr State School, Ayr 150-158 Wickham Street, Ayr Michael Neville...... 0402 466 952 [email protected] Amy Cranitch...... 0438 799 249 [email protected] [email protected] »» Boys and Girls 6 - 16 Brandon Lady Bowlers Yongala Dive Spiller Street, Brandon Lower Burdekin Hockey Association Lynn Farr...... 0456 727 061 36 Braby Street, Alva Beach...... 4783 1519 Deanne Ruge ...... [email protected]

SPORTS/CLUBS Burdekin Netball Home Hill Community Sports Club Inc 56 12th Ave Home Hill 87 Ninth Avenue, Home Hill Ayr Bowling Club Ph: Clubhouse...... 4782 2335 Les Oats...... 4782 1185 101 Young St, Ayr...... 4783 1336 [email protected] [email protected] »» President Cara Trindle »» 5-A-Side Soccer Ayr Golf Club »» Lawn Bowls Edwards Street, Ayr...... 4783 1296 Burdekin Off-Roaders »» Pin Ball www.ayrgolfclub.com.au Michael Marson...... 0428 829 695 »» Gaming Ayr Golf Veterans Classic [email protected] »» Pool Bev Andrews...... 4783 2313 Burdekin Pistol Club Home Hill Cricket Association Inc Ayr Ladies Bowling Club Inc Contact Alex Kupke...... 0417 726 903 / 0428 832 880 Recreation Reserve & Racecourse, 101 Young Street, Ayr [email protected] Home Hill. Patricia Herd...... 4783 1917 or 0413 130 150 [email protected] Ayr Pony and Hack Club Inc Burdekin Race Club Home Hill Golf Club Lower Wickham Street, Ayr Bruce H'Way, Home Hill Iona Road Road, Home Hill...... 4782 1632 Andrew Gilchrist...... 0438 826 771 Leanne Grudge...... 0438 742 850 / 4782 1665 [email protected] Ayr Rifle Club Home Hill Ladies Golf Club Iona Road Road, Home Hill Peter Felesina...... 0415 976 863 Burdekin Rugby League Club Inc Ayr Surf Lifesaving Club Michael Brombal...... 0527 541 877 Home Hill Tennis Association Sandowns Street, Alva Beach...... 4783 5638 [email protected] First Street, Home Hill [email protected] Jason Woods...... 4782 2332 [email protected] Ayr Tennis Association Inc. Burdekin Rugby Union Club 36 Little Drysdale Street, Ayr Ryan Cranitch...... 0408 626 439 Racecourse [email protected] Glen Griffin...... 0417 730 576 Bruce Highway, Home Hill...... 4782 1665 www.ayrtennis.com.au Burdekin Ski Club Rock Solid Boxing Ayr Weightlifting and Hutchings Lagoon, Klondyke Road, Ayr...... 4783 3102 Old Home Hill Showground Hall Body Building Club Contact Scott McLean...... 0427 191 144 Les Wellington...... 4783 4710 Burdekin Swim School 11 Queens Street, Ayr LODGES Brandon Bowls Club Inc. Lisa Furnell...... 0417 418 321 / 4783 1967 1-5 Toll Street [email protected] Fuller Masonic Lodge Gary Pearce...... 0488 214 222 / 0456 727 061 120 MacMillan Street, Ayr...... 4783 6991 [email protected] Burdekin Track and »» Meets 4th Wednesday of month except Burdekin Bocce Club Inc. Field Club Inc Dec and May 2nd Sat installation International Drive, Ayr Home Hill State High School...... 0417 778 132 »» Anzac meeting 23rd April - Public invited Regina Lequerica...... 4783 3815 [email protected] SUGAR MILLS Burdekin Clay Target Club Inc. Carol Betteridge...... 0427 360 155 Burdekin Ten Pin Bowling Club 170 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 3332 Wilmar [email protected] www.wilmar-international.com [email protected] Burdekin & District Sportfishing Club Burdekin Touch Association SERVICEMEN Russell & Simone Sutcliffe...... 0457 974 999 Touch Fields, Wickham Street, Ayr...... 4783 3215 [email protected] 109 Squadron [email protected] Australian Ayr Force Cadets Burdekin Fish Restocking Bruce Medley...... 0437 993 756 / 4783 1577 Association Clare Cricket Club Alan Griggs...... 4783 2880 Chris Hesp...... 0429 827 330 Ayr Anzac Memorial Club [email protected] 101 Burke St, Ayr. John Robinson...... 4783 1283 Burdekin Football Club www.ayranzac.com.au Clinton Southern...... [email protected] Giru Bowls and Recreation Club Inc. Mill St, Giru. Gary Stockham...... 4782 9175 Home Hill Sub Branch Burdekin Jnr Rugby League [email protected] RSL Qld Football Club Inc 90 11th Avenue, Home Hill Rugby Park, Wickham Street, Ayr Allan Peterson...... 4782 1170 Jason Williams...... 0408 351 986 Lower Burdekin Polocrosse Club [email protected] Piralko Road, Giru Lower Burdekin Tara Grant...... 0427 522 800 Ex-Service Womens Club Burdekin Football Juniors Inc [email protected] 1/32 Wilmington Street, Ayr Lot 24 Beach Road, Ayr Coral Rehbein...... 4783 3914 Alan Chatfield...... 0417 192 547 Giru Pony Club Inc »» Crusaders 236 Piralko Road, Giru RSL Legacy Welfare »» East United Janelle Smith...... 0438 605 098 114 Thirteenth Avenue, Home Hill »» St Francis clubs [email protected] Margaret Thorne...... 0437 277 740

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Ashworths Jewellery & Tourist Centre Wilmar Sugar Guardian Pharmacy Home Hill 164-170 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 1170 www.wilmarsugarmills.com.au 101 Eighth Street, Home Hill...... 4782 1228 www.ashworths.com.u Helene Holmes Optometrists Bob Gould Fabrications EATERIES Shop 2, 52 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 3631 165 Drysdale Street, Ayr...... 4783 2300 www.bobgouldfabrications.com.au Burdekin Seafood Hut Home Hill Discount Drug Store 264 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 1570 67-69 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 1084 Brennan’s Tyre Power 41 Ninth Avenue, Home Hill ...... 4782 1166 Claredale Pastures Julie’s Pharmacy www.tyrepower.com.au 1450 Barratta Road, Clare...... 4782 7111 Centrepoint Arcade, www.claredalepastures.com Burdekin Bowl 144 Edwards Street, Ayr...... 4783 1719 170 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 3332 Dee & Vee’s Takeaway Outback Family Medicine 35 Eighth Street, Home Hill...... 4782 2293 Burdekin Hatcheries 140 Mackenzie Street, Ayr...... 4783 7999 23 Ahern Street, Ayr...... 4783 3188 Five Ways Fish Bar Terry White Chemist Burdekin Motors Group 2 Norham Road, Ayr...... 4783 3164 109 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 1235 183 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 7077 Kalamia Hotel www.burdekinmotors.com.au 50 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 4141 BEAUTY Burdekin Tile Centre 124 Edwards Street, Ayr...... 4783 5934 ACCOMMODATION Power of Beauty www.burdekintiles.com.au Shop 18, East End Centre, 55 MacMillan Street, Ayr...... 4783 5235 Alva Beach Tourist Park Delta Cleaners & Laundry 36 Braby Street, Ayr...... 4783 3383 182A Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 1888 Shiralee Skin Care Centre www.alvabeachtouristpark1.net.au 53 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 2646 Don West Toyota www.shiraleeskincarecentre.com.au Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 1600 Ayr Bed & Breakfast on McIntyre www.donwesttoyota.com.au 8 McIntyre Place, Ayr...... 4783 6401 / 0417 836 401 [email protected] FUNERAL DIRECTORS Eathorne’s Sportspower 138 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 5744 Ayr Burdekin Cascades Caravan Park Burdekin Funerals 230-240 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 1429 Neville & Lori Boyle Gurgo’s Paint & Hardware [email protected] 86 Railway Street, Ayr...... 4783 1608 28 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 2330 Ayr Travellers Motel Helloworld K & S Wright Funeral Directors 131 Queen Street, Ayr 233 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 6666 Ken & Elizabeth Wright Pierina Dalle Cort...... 4783 2122 www.ayrtravellersmotel.com.au 40 Fourteenth Street, Home Hill ...... 4782 1270 HiWay Motors Burdekin Motor Inn 9 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 1933 14 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 1511 REAL ESTATE [email protected] Farm Stays Australia Landmark Harcourts McCathies Home Hill Newsagency ...... 4782 6727 / 0418 727425 Lyndy McCathie & John Mottin 79 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill...... 4782 1156 www.farmstaycampingaustralia.com 262 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 1911 Jasper Design Lyndy...... 0410 321 215 ...... 0400 270 806 Home Hill Caravan Park John...... 0428 668 846 www.jasperdesign.com.au Corner of Eighth Street and www.burdekin.landmarkharcourts.com.au Eleventh Avenue, Home Hill ...... 4782 2498 Jetsetter Travel [email protected] NQ Rural & Business Brokers 123 Queen Street, Ayr David & John Adcock Rane Reguson...... 4783 3999 HEALTH SERVICES 79 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 4022 myburdekin.com David...... 0400 756 274 myburdekin.com Ayr Amcal Chemist www.nqrbb.com.au Parkside Mitre 10 82 Queen Street, Ayr (Next to Woolworths)...... 4783 1203 Raine & Horne 67 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 8250 Nora & Peter Andersen Sportfirst George & Matilda Hanks Optometrists 128C Edward Street, Ayr...... 4783 5695 Shop 9, 44 Parker Street, Ayr...... 4783 1214 137 Queen Street, Ayr...... 4783 1361 Nora...... 0408 878 273 [email protected] www.georgeandmatilda.com.au www.raineandhorne.com.au/ayr ADVERTISING EDITORIAL [email protected] [email protected] 4783 2277 ext #3 4783 2277 ext #1

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