Roadies Queensland Outback Hubs Officially Launched!
In 2024 organisers have identified three key regional outback QLD hubs and are encouraging Roadies to spend a little more time to relax, explore and enjoy en route to and from the Birdsville Races.
There are so many fantastic scenic options for you to explore and what’s a road trip without plenty of R&R!
The generosity of the Roadies community is well known, and your patronage means the world to these isolated outback communities. In return you will be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime!
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For many Roadies, this region will be the halfway mark of your epic journey to the Races in the nation’s heart! It also is marks the region that Roadies travel routes converge from VIC / NSW and QLD routes. So it’s time to re-charge the batteries, relax, stay a while and enjoy everything Cunnamulla & surrounds has to offer.
Whether it be the brand new $12M artesian baths in Cunnamulla or the picturesque artesian baths at Charlotte Plains Station perhaps, there is no shortage of options to wash off the dust from your travels and explore this fantastic region.
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Charlotte Plains Station
Cunnamulla, Website, (07) 4588 8804. Charlotte Plains is a family-owned, operated sheep station and campground, near Cunnamulla and a fantastic camping option for Roadies with management offering discounts for all Roadies – refer to camping detail. The Artesian Hot Springs offer a naturally heated water park for guests wishing to soak in the warm mineral-rich water, while taking in the stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
In addition to the Hot Springs, the station offers an authentic Australian outback experience to visitors, combining an insight into sheep station life and occasionally offering guided tours! There is also a spectacular array of birds for birdwatchers and other animals, surrounding the campgrounds.
Cunnamulla Hot Springs
5 Ivan St Cunnamulla, (07) 4514 9770 Website – experience the brand new artesian bathing oasis nestled beside the Warrego River where mineral rich artesian water flows beneath the ground. Explore the geothermal mineral pools, cold plunge pool, sauna and steam room. This is a deeply rejuvenating place to pause and relax as you journey through Cunnamulla.
Roadies will receive a 10% discount on entry upon presentation of Roadies members card. Discount valid from 30 Aug – 14th Sept inclusive.
Cunnamulla Railway Station “All-Aboard” 3D Sound & Light Spectacular
(07) 4655 8470
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Cunnamulla Visitor Information Centre
2 Jane St, Cunnamulla, (07) 4655 8470
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Bowra Wildlife Sanctuary
887 Humeburn Road, Bowra, M: 0455 527 698,
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Alroy Station
Near Eulo
M: 0427 992 889
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Alroy Station is a working sheep and cattle station situated in remote Outback Queensland, for magnificent artesian baths, wildlife and bird watching, bush walks, yabbies and fishing, spectacular night skies and stargazing, peace and quiet, photography and wide-open space. Book for camping , with immaculate amenities and the giant outdoor tubs are magical under the stars. https://www.facebook.com/AlroyStationEulo
Warrego River Walk & Heritage Trail
The Warrego River Walk takes you along the scenic banks of the Warrego, across black flood plains and through the channels. It’s a great place for birdwatching, fishing, enjoying the local flora and the serenity of nature.
Cunnamulla local shops & services
Cunnamulla is the largest regional centre in the Paroo Shire with everything you need to re-stock, repair and refuel, plus novelty specialty stores sure to tempt you.
Camping & Accommodation
Warrego Riverside Tourist Park
322 Weir Road Cunnamulla
07 4655 009
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Situated just 4km out of town on the banks of the Warrego River, this is a picturesque perfectly located campground with great amenities. Owners have kindly offered camping discounts for Roadies for powered & unpowered sites. For phone bookings, please identify yourself as a Roadies and present member card in person – management will confirm your discount upon booking.
Warrego Hotel Cunnamulla
Offers great accommodation and dining.
(07) 4655 1737
WebsiteTwo Discounts offered:
- 10% Meal discount on their Bistro Menu for Lunch and Dinner with a min. spend of $20.00 (excluding our $17.00 lunch menu special) ,this offer can be Dine in or Take away. Present Roadies member card for redemption
(07 4655 1737) Hotel Phone. - Accommodation offered at 10% discount if the Roadies could call direct to the Hotel to receive the offer on 1300 316 197 and mention that they are a Roadie.
Paroo Shire
The Paroo Shire has generously confirmed free camping for Roadies at the following town sites:
- Cunnamulla Camp – William Street Cunnamulla – Self Contained Only No facilities
- Eulo Town Camp – Paroo River – Self Contained Only No facilities
- Yowah Town Camp – Matrix Drive Yowah – Toilets Available
- Wyandra Town Camp – Behind School – Toilets and Showers
Cunnamulla Tourist Park
65 Watson Street Cunnamulla
07 4655 1421
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Charlotte Plains Station
Cunnamulla
(07) 4588 8804
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Owners have kindly provided a 15% camping discount for Roadies. For phone bookings, please use the discount code ROADIE15 and present member card in person.
Alroy Station
Near Eulo
M: 0427 992 889
Website
Events
Cunnamulla Fella Roundup Rodeo
21st-22nd Sept 2024
This annual event is a must-attend for those craving a true Outback experience. Immerse yourself in the heart of Australian rural life with thrilling rodeo events, showcasing the grit and skill of local cowboys and cowgirls. From heart-pounding bull rides to daring barrel races, the Cunnamulla Fella Roundup promises excitement at every turn.
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Share your experience in the Paroo Shire
We encourage all Roadies to post and share all images to the following social media platforms.
#BIRDSVILLERACESROADIES #BIRDSVILLERACES
#PAROOSHIRE #CUNNAMULLA
Roadies will be recharged from a relaxing stay in the Cunnamulla Region to fire up Quilpie’s “Kangaranga Do Festival” on Tuesday 3rd September. This event is tailor made for Birdsville Races Roadies en route to the races. The Kangaranga Do is a fun-filled family night out street party featuring music, bar, stalls, canteen and great activities for kids and adults alike including the very colourful “Bathtub Debry”, wool bale riding, plus the “Get Your Rocks Off” Competition with $1,000 prize money up for grabs.
For Roadies on an extended stay, on the return leg why not take in the annual Quilpie District Show & Rodeo which kicks off on Friday 13th– 14th Sept. Whilst in town, try opal fossicking, then head out and explore Hell Hole Gorge National Park.
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Day Trips from Quilpie
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Day trips will enable you to visit a large part of shire and the smaller townships. The Pioneer and Prehistoric Trail, the Opal Fossicking Trail, and Hell Hole Trail offer stunning scenery that will enhance your outback experience.
Quilpie Visitor Information Centre, Museums & Gallery
Brolga Street, Quilpie, (07) 4656 0540
The museum displays the history and hardship of the early pioneers. Opal mining, cattle barons and their role in developing the Outback. Native flora and fauna are just a few of the interesting topics covered in the museum. Next door to the Centre, you will also find the Art Centre, Quilpie Shire Military History & Rail Museum.
Discounted offer for Roadies: $5 off any Pilbara work shirt using code BRR24 and upon presentation of Roadies member card.
Quilpeta Night Show
Take your seat on the expansive green space in front of the supersized outdoor screen for the brand-new Quilpeta Night Show. Meet your digital host, Q the Stone Curlew who will guide you through an interactive journey of the story of Quilpie stepping back some 95 million years ago. Along the way, you’ll meet giant Titanosaurs Cooper and George and learn about the Quilpie’s First Nation Maranganji people. You’ll discover the colourful Boulder Opal story and early pastoral settlements. It’s a wonderful introduction to Quilpie, its people and the beauty of the Channel Country.
Discounted offer for Roadies: 10% off entry fee using code BRR24 and upon presentation of Roadies member card. Book at the Quilpie Visitor Information Centre.
National Parks
Quilpie Shire is home to some of the most beautiful national parks in Australia which include, Hell Hole Gorge National Park, Mariala National Park and Idalia National Park. The rugged landscape is scenically attractive and provides opportunities for camping and related activities such as 4WDriving, hiking, bird watching, swimming and photography.
Historic Toompine Hotel
Toompine – the pub with no town! 80km south of Quilpie, the renovated 120-year-old Toompine Hotel is all that remains of this once bustling town, which came about due to the discovery of opal nearby in the 1860s. Great meals are available from the pub day and night.
Opal Fossicking
The Council’s local fossicking area, located at the Quilpie airport, provides a real opportunity for all ages to have a go at uncovering this pretty gemstone. Just bring your own equipment, no permit is required.
Bulloo River Walk
A stroll along the Bulloo River Walk is a tranquil way to appreciate the native flora and fauna of the Bulloo River Catchment. Flora and Fauna lists are available at the information centre. The Bulloo River is an ideal place to cast a fishing line and catch a Yellowbelly or throw in a yabby pot and snare some delicious Yabbies.
Camping & Accommodation
The Lake – Quilpie
Diamantina Development Rd, Quilpie
M: 0418 947 955
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The Lake Quilpie is just a short drive (4km) from downtown Quilpie. Experience a brilliant outback station stay on a 2,500-acre property running Merino sheep, beef cattle and Kalahari red goats. Taking pride-of-place on the property is Lake Houdraman, a beautiful expanse of water set amongst shady gum trees. Camping, powered sites and accommodation all offered. Owners have kindly offered 10% camping discount for Roadies. For phone bookings, please identify yourself as a Roadies and present member card in person.
Town Camping
Free camping is available for Roadies on the western side of the Bulloo River on the entrance to town. Visit Quilpie information centre for directions.
Roadies must be fully self-contained and be able to hold both black water and grey water.
Charleville Bush Caravan Park
150 Frawley St, Charleville
M: 0428 545 200
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Roadies travelling via Charleville to Quilpie will be welcomed with a discounted offer on powered site based on 2 adults for $30.00 per night – saving $5 per night. Extra charges apply for more than 2 adults and any children.
Roadies must phone to book on 0428 545 200 & mention they are Birdsville Races ‘Roadies’ to receive discounted rate. Present member card on arrival.
Channel Country Tourist Park & Spas
21 Chipu St, Quilpie
(07) 4656 2087
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Quiplie Motor Inn
Brolga St
(07) 4656 1277
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Imperial Hotel Quilpie
(07) 4656 1300
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Share your experience in the Quilpie Shire
We encourage all Roadies to post and share all images to the following social media platforms.
#BIRDSVILLERACESROADIES #BIRDSVILLERACES
#QUILPIE #QUILPIESHIRE
Windorah’s International Yabby Races kick off on the evening of Wednesday 4th September at the Windorah Hotel.
This must-see event captures all the fun, colour and characters that outback QLD has to offer as pundits and spectators alike square off to cheer home their Yabby of choice. The night also features meals, bar facilities and live music. The town comes alive for one big party, the perfect warm-up for the Birdsville Races. The Barcoo Shire also offers fantastic wildlife and fauna on the 12km “Nature Drive” plus blissful camping on the Cooper Creek waterways.
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Welford National Park
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Day trip to Welford NP and you won’t be disappointed. Wind-blown sand dunes form a dramatic contrast to white-barked ghost gums, golden-green spinifex and delicate wildflowers. The Barcoo River, with its large permanent waterholes, dissects the Park. Drive the self-guided scenic tracks around the park. Go fishing (size and big limits apply). Permits required.
12km Nature Drive
The unsealed Nature Drive winds it’s way through the different landscapes between Windorah Township and Coopers Creek. 45 plants have been identified and signposted along the drive.
Cooper Creek
The best free camping spot around Windorah. The camping ground has plenty of room with bush camping sites along both sides of the creek upstream and downstream of the bridge. There are toilets on the eastern side of the bridge. Most sites overlook the creek. The Cooper is used for canoeing, fishing and birdwatching, it is the perfect place to relax.
Discover Outback towns of Jundah & Stonehenge
Jundah is Nestled above the floodplain of the Thomson River, downstream from Stonehenge, Jundah is the Administration Centre for the Barcoo Shire. Take in the Barcoo Shire Museum and the mighty Thomson River.
Stonehenge offers much more than a character outback pub. Tour the Rock Holes and take in the John Egan Pioneer Track – an 8km 4WD track where you see many spectacular views.
Sando’s Sandhills
Windorah Red Sandhills are located 12km to the West of town on the Birdsville Road. Make sure you come prepared with your favourite sunset drinks and nibbles so you can really soak up the serenity of the perfect sunset location.
Camping & Accommodation
Windorah Western Star Hotel
M: 0429 277 345
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The Hotel has offered free camping to Roadies on a “first in” basis with a gold coin donation to the RFDS. The hotel also offers cabins and hotel rooms for booking.
Windorah Caravan Park
07 4656 3063
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The park offers powered and unpowered sites with official “overflow camping areas” at the Town Hall and in the main st. Camping provided on “first in” basis. The Park is unmanned and doesn’t have a booking system. When you arrive in town, you can head to the park and find a site. A Council employee will call and collect your fee.
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Key Websites
Share your experience in the Barcoo Shire
We encourage all Roadies to post and share all images to the following social media platforms.
#BARCOOSHIRE #BARCOO
The Birdville Races Roadies are pleased to offer our best prize ever – all you have to do is showcase your outback QLD HUB experience for the chance to win.
Enter one picture of your highlight from each of the three QLD HUBS, plus one picture of your vehicle with the vehicle door sticker and crew. We are looking for colourful, interesting entries that showcase the best of Outback QLD and your Roadies experience.
Winning entry will win:
- Four x tickets to the RFDS Birdsville Races “Light the Lanterns” Gala Cocktail Event on Thurs 5th Sept.
- Four x tickets OBE Pavilion (Trackside) on Friday 6th Sept. All-inclusive food & beverages.
How to Enter
Upload your four pictures to one or all of the following:
Instagram: #BIRDSVILLERACESROADIES and #BIRDSVILLERACES
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BirdsvilleRaces/
Email: events@birdsvilleraces.com
Entries close 9.00am Thurs 5th Sept.
Winner notified 10.00am Thurs 5th Sept.
2024 Birdsville Races Roadies exclusive fuel discount!
We excited to offer our 2024 Birdsville Races Roadies and exclusive fuel discount with our partner IOR!
Read on below for more information and how to take advantage of this great offer…
DRIVE A DIESEL VEHICLE?
IOR are offering an exclusive fuel discount just for you! Get 14c p/l off all diesel only between September 2nd – 14th just for attending the Birdsville Races. IOR has 100+ diesel stops across Australia, in some of the most remote parts of the country and we know all too well how difficult it can be to get fuel when travelling into the outback – so we want to make it easy for you Roadies!
Click on this link and enter your mobile phone number before the 1st of September to validate your discount.
Login to Fuelcharge with the phone number that you provided in the survey, and you will automatically receive this discount. This offer is open to both new and existing Fuelcharge App users. Terms and Conditions apply.
- Sign up for the discount before the 1st of September using this form: The discount is only available if you sign up using this form before the deadline. Ensure you use the same mobile number you used when purchasing your Birdsville Races ticket(s).
- Sign in using your mobile phone number: The discount coupon will appear in the Fuelcharge app payment section upon verification of your provided mobile number at sign in on the 2nd of September.
- Use the Fuelcharge App Between September 2nd and September 14th: Simply make a fuel purchase through the app at any IOR diesel stop during this period.
- Enjoy Your Discount: Receive an exclusive discount of 14cpl on your fuel purchases!
Download Fuelcharge on Android
Don’t miss out on this fantastic offer!
For the most accurate site prices, please refer directly to the Fuelcharge App. Some fuel price comparison apps aren’t accurate. This offer is limited to a volume of 500L total for the duration of the promotion.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Customer Support team on 1300 457 467.
We can’t wait to see you at the races!
Travel Safely,
IOR
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We encourage all Roadies to share your journey on social media using the hashtags #BirdsvilleRacesRoadies and #Birdsville Races
