Experience Mitchell Qld | Roma Revealed

Located on the banks of the Maranoa River, 87km west of Roma, Mitchell Qld has enough Australian history to support its own miniseries. From the infamous Kenniff Brothers capture to Major Mitchell’s expedition across the region, follow the stories of yesteryear as you travel the region.

You won’t be stuck in the pages of a history book forever, take a break and rejuvenate the mind and body with a soak in the precious minerals from the Great Artesian Basin.

What To Do

Great Artesian Spa

Soak in the thermal mineralised waters of the Great Artesian Spa – naturally heated all year round.

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Soak in the thermal mineralised waters of the Great Artesian Spa – naturally heated all year round.

Spin a Yarn

Spin a Yarn is a display in the Amby Hall, which is a short 63km west of Roma. It has been curated by the the local CWA to celebrate 100 years of the branch. Discover the vibrant history of the local wool industry, and the triumph’s that shearers overcame in the 1890’s. All while showcasing over five different spinning wheels that can spin wool, with many different examples of wool and fibres. These include alpaca, camel, mohair, cotton, recycled cotton, recycled silk and feathers!

Enjoy a cuppa and a delicious scone at Spin a Yarn, open Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday between 10:00am and 2:00pm.

Spin a Yarn is a display in the Amby Hall, which is a short 63km west of Roma. It has been curated by the the local CWA to celebrate 100 years of the branch. Discover the vibrant history of the local wool industry, and the triumph’s that shearers overcame in the 1890’s. All while showcasing over five different spinning wheels that can spin wool, with many different examples of wool and fibres. These include alpaca, camel, mohair, cotton, recycled cotton, recycled silk and feathers!

Enjoy a cuppa and a delicious scone at Spin a Yarn, open Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday between 10:00am and 2:00pm.

Booringa Heritage Museum

The Booringa Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of the old Booringa Shire in Mitchell, Queensland. Open every day from Easter Saturday to the end of October, the museum welcomes visitors from 9 am to noon.

Established in 2006, the museum is a small, passionate volunteer community group. Their primary goal is to explore, document, and celebrate the heritage of the Booringa region in Queensland. By doing so, they aim to provide enjoyment for both present and future generations.

The Booringa Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of the old Booringa Shire in Mitchell, Queensland. Open every day from Easter Saturday to the end of October, the museum welcomes visitors from 9 am to noon.

Established in 2006, the museum is a small, passionate volunteer community group. Their primary goal is to explore, document, and celebrate the heritage of the Booringa region in Queensland. By doing so, they aim to provide enjoyment for both present and future generations.

Ooline Park

Located 35 kilometers west of Mitchell, Queensland, there exists a grove of ooline trees. Recognized for its appealing features, the ooline boasts vibrant green leaves and a unique bark with a distinctive tile-like pattern. In the past, ooline trees were abundant in the softwood scrubs of central Queensland, particularly in areas with bottle trees.

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Located 35 kilometers west of Mitchell, Queensland, there exists a grove of ooline trees. Recognized for its appealing features, the ooline boasts vibrant green leaves and a unique bark with a distinctive tile-like pattern. In the past, ooline trees were abundant in the softwood scrubs of central Queensland, particularly in areas with bottle trees.

Fisherman’s Rest

Prepare a delightful picnic, then take a short 5km drive to this renowned camping, fishing, and birdwatching spot nestled along the picturesque banks of the Maranoa River.

Yumba Trail

Yumba holds the rich history of Mitchell’s original Aboriginal settlement. Today, it serves as a sacred space for ceremonies, celebrations, and learning experiences.

Kenniff Court House

Step into the original courthouse where the Kenniff Brothers were committed to stand trial in 1902.

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Step into the original courthouse where the Kenniff Brothers were committed to stand trial in 1902.

Arrest Creek Monuments

See an artist’s impression of the capture of one of the Kenniff Brothers, and the monument commemorating members of the police force who fought the bushrangers throughout Australia.

The sculpture was designed by Peter Baulch and depicts two police officers standing over Patrick Kenniff, while an Aboriginal tracker turns his back to the scene.

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See an artist’s impression of the capture of one of the Kenniff Brothers, and the monument commemorating members of the police force who fought the bushrangers throughout Australia.

The sculpture was designed by Peter Baulch and depicts two police officers standing over Patrick Kenniff, while an Aboriginal tracker turns his back to the scene.

Mungallala Club Hotel, Mungallala

The town of Mungallala may only have 136 residents, but it is worth a visit to the town’s only watering hole. Grab a coldie and spin the yarn with the locals to learn about the pub’s history, including the fire of 1917 which destroyed the original building.

Spring Hill Craft Retreat, Amby

Grab your needle and thread and learn the art of patchworking. Plan your visit for market open day where the community demonstrates their craft skills.

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Grab your needle and thread and learn the art of patchworking. Plan your visit for market open day where the community demonstrates their craft skills.

Muckadilla Hall

Between Roma and Mitchell discover the whistlestop town of Muckadilla, or ‘Mucka’ as the locals call it. While in Muckadilla you can stop and see the Whistlestop Railway Siding, take a walk through the native gardens alongside the highway and let the children play in the playground situated in the native garden.

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MARANOA RIVER WALK
Follow the trail to Neil Turner Weir along the banks of the Maranoa River.

A MAZE-IN-GATES
Head to the banks of the Maranoa River behind the Heritage Museum on Elizabeth Street to the Cattle Grid Fence. Let the kids wander through the maze-like arrangement to the drum and musical grid in the centre

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MARANOA RIVER WALK
Follow the trail to Neil Turner Weir along the banks of the Maranoa River.

A MAZE-IN-GATES
Head to the banks of the Maranoa River behind the Heritage Museum on Elizabeth Street to the Cattle Grid Fence. Let the kids wander through the maze-like arrangement to the drum and musical grid in the centre

Itineraries

There’s more than meets the eye in Roma – come and visit and let us reveal the treasures of Roma and the surrounding region.

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There’s more than meets the eye in Roma – come and visit and let us reveal the treasures of Roma and the surrounding region.

Mitchell-Dunkeld 'Outback Landcapes' Drive

Like many of Queensland’s outback towns, the keen sense of community spirit in Dunkeld is both inspiring and humbling.
This easy two-hour drive, from Mitchell, takes in the historic Kenniff Monuments to the south of Mitchell and the community of Dunkeld before continuing through the stunning red soil landscapes and agricultural land of the back road to Muckadilla.

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Like many of Queensland’s outback towns, the keen sense of community spirit in Dunkeld is both inspiring and humbling.
This easy two-hour drive, from Mitchell, takes in the historic Kenniff Monuments to the south of Mitchell and the community of Dunkeld before continuing through the stunning red soil landscapes and agricultural land of the back road to Muckadilla.

The Murray-Darling River is the third longest navigable river in the world, after the Amazon & The Nile. The Maranoa River flows through Mitchell QLD and is part of this system.

Mitchell township street names originally mapped East/West streets named after English Universities and North/South streets name after English Queens.

The Murray-Darling River is the third longest navigable river in the world, after the Amazon & The Nile. The Maranoa River flows through Mitchell QLD and is part of this system.

Mitchell township street names originally mapped East/West streets named after English Universities and North/South streets name after English Queens.