Dedicate a day to exploring the diverse history of the Burdekin. From farming triumphs to the hidden stories of WWII shelters, each place unfolds a unique tale.
Follow along on this one day history tour, courtesy of Visit Burdekin, North Queensland on Facebook:
• Starting in the small town of Brandon, you will find the Brandon Heritage Precinct, home to the Burdekin Machinery Preservationists. Inside you will find a display of old farm machinery including the restored 1910 Marshall C Class Tractor, the only one of its class left in the world.
• Travel into Ayr to find a number of heritage-listed and restored buildings. Within the Ayr CBD, admire the iconic Town Clock, Council Chambers, Ayr Post Office and Court House. Learn more about the Ayr Historic Town Walk at www.visitburdekin.com.au.
• Head over the Burdekin Bridge to Home Hill to find Pioneer Avenue, telling the story of the region's pioneering families. The plaques sit under the shady trees in the main street of Home Hill, Eighth Avenue, Bruce Highway.
• The Silver Link Interpretive Display at the Home Hill Visitor Information Centre houses many photos depicting the history of the region and the construction of the iconic Burdekin Bridge.
• Just 8km south of Home Hill is the Charlie's Hill WWII site, the No 211 Radar Station was one of twenty radar installations along the North Queensland coastline used during World War II.
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