Cunnamulla, Aboriginal for ‘long stretch of water’, is located at the crossroads of the Matilda Highway and Adventure Way. It is the quintessential little western town protected by the river gums on the banks of the Warrego River.

Water, the lifeblood of the outback, plays an important part in the region’s natural and cultural heritage. The importance of artesian water is demonstrated in the Artesian Time Tunnel experience, which will take you back 100 million years and allow you to relive the beginnings of the artesian basin and all its inhabitants. Unique to the local area are the Artesian Mud Springs, located 13km west of Eulo on the Adventure Way.

Take a relaxing drive to the Allan Tannock Weir and witness some of the 200-plus species of birdlife and other wildlife that drink along the banks of the Warrego River. Participate in a number of water sports; fishing, book a river cruise or sit back and enjoy this tranquil environment. Explore the Warrego River Walk or find yourself on the Sand Hill tracks.

Enjoy the scented rose gardens that frame the town streetscape. Walk or drive the heritage trail and discover the true essence of the western lifestyle. Venture to the Cunnamulla Bushlands and uncover over 500 species of flora that are native to this area. Ask about our emerging organics industry or take a ‘gossip tour”’ around town. Meet a local at the pub and enjoy some bush hospitality.

Picnic in Centenary Park before taking time out to explore the Cunnamulla Fella Centre. The Art Gallery showcases a number of local and visiting artists including local indigenous art. Take your time and explore the Museum Heritage Exhibition.

A theatre presentation highlights the importance of water for life in the outback. Hear stories of the infamous James ‘Hungry’ Tyson, Australia’s first self-made millionaire.

Drive 100km north along the Matilda Highway and acquaint yourself with laidback Wyandra township. Lose yourself in the history as you walk or drive the heritage trail. Participate in the Anzac Day dawn service held every year for returning Vietnam veterans at the World War I Roll of Honour Memorial. Join a local for a beer at the Gladstone Hotel or a burger from the Post Office Cafe and make your way to The Beach before returning to Cunnamulla ... or you can overnight at Nardoo Station. You can participate in a number of activities on a working sheep and cattle property including Aldville and Charlotte Plains.

Birdwatching enthusiasts will love the number of bird species found at Bowra Station, just 16km northwest of Cunnamulla. Come in to the Cunna­mulla Fella Centre for a comprehensive list of all types of accommodation to suit all styles and budgets (station stays, hotels, motels, cabins and caravan parks).

Opportunities and adventures are endless; experience the bigger things in life in our little western towns; Cunna­mulla, Eulo, Wyandra and Yowah.

Travel the opal trail and be amazed by the geological landscape as you enter the opal town of Yowah. Drive to The Bluff and marvel at the 180-degree views. Wedgetail eagles soaring overhead provide numerous opportunities for photographs. Relax in the artesian spa and discover the outback night sky. Meet a local around a fire-side dinner. Book an opal mining tour and fossick for the unique Yowah Nut Opal. Walk the streets of Yowah and call into the number of local art galleries and opal shops that line the streets of this outback gem.

Corella Motor Inn Cnr Emma and Wicks Streets, Cunnamulla Qld 4490 Phone (07) 4655 1593 Fax (07) 4655 2501 Air-conditioned units, cooked continental breakfast, moderate rates