Tour Overview
Welcome to the historic site of one of the world’s most productive gold mines in Central Queensland’s charming hinterland.
Rich in history, the former mining town is home to one of the world’s most successful mines to date. Commencing operation in 1882, the mine became one of the richest gold mines in Australia, and for a period of time - the world. During its 99 years of mining the area declared a total of 225 tons of gold, 50 tons of silver and 360,000 tons of copper.
The town offers ideal opportunities to delve into the area’s early successes and relive its fascinating past with a range of impressive attractions on show, along with museums and tours operating 7 days.
Stops
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Welcome to Gangulu Country
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The Discovery of Mount Morgan
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Stop 1: Stopford Way Lookout
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Stop 2: Mount Morgan Railway Museum and Visitor Information Centre
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Stop 3: Private Victor Stanley Jones Suspension Bridge
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Stop 4: No 7 Dam
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Stop 5: Frank Golding Lookout
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Stop 6: Arthur Timms Lookout
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Stop 9: Lunch and Shopping in the CBD
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Stop 10: Running the Cutter Statue
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Stop 11: Mafeking Bell
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Stop 13: Mount Morgan Historical Museum
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Stop 14: The Mine Hooter
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Stop 8: Tipperary Old Irish Quarter
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