The nearest more populous place is the town of Barcaldine which is 98km away with a population of around 1, show me a map with Blackall and Barcaldine.
Do you know of other facilities available at Blackall? Is this list accurate? Contribute your knowledge by clicking here. Bonzle users have reported that alfalfa, asparagus, guavas, horse radish, limes, marjoram, pears, peppermint, pine nuts, rambutan, rhubarb and saffron grow at Blackall. Are you a keen gardener? Do you know of other plants that grown in Blackall? Bonzle users have reported that the following vermin feral animals, insects and weeds have invaded Blackall: cane toad, feral cat, feral goat, feral pig and mimosa.
Do you know of other feral animals, insects and weeds that have invaded Blackall? Do you have a photo of Blackall gathering cyber dust on your hard drive? Why not upload it and share your information with other Bonzle users. Click here to view recently uploaded photos from other users or browse thousands of pictures grouped by themes in Bonzle collections. Here are some examples:. The statue was designed by sculptor Bodo Muche and officially dedicated on 10 October, Inside the building is a gallery, with an historic display relating to Jackie Howe, and information about local history.
The statue is titled Towner's Call and Monuments Australia records: "The statue was the result of an essay by schoolboy Ronan Robinson who asked the question why a local hero who had won the Victoria Cross and Military Cross for bravery was not honoured in his home town and did not feature on the town's war memorial.
Edgar Thomas Towner VC, MC 19 April — 18 August was an Australian recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest decoration for gallantry "in the face of the enemy" that can be awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces. Quentin on the Western Front. Towner remains the most decorated Queensland-born soldier. Masonic Lodge Located on the corner of Hawthorn Street and Garden Street, this impressive Masonic Lodge, built in and operating until , has been tastefully converted into a cafe, antique shop and art gallery.
It is listed in the Queensland Heritage Register which notes "The Blackall temple is important as a characteristic and intact example of a regional timber Masonic temple, a category of building prominent in the streetscape and important in the social life of many country towns. Pioneer Bore There is a detailed sign at the Pioneer Bore which is located on the corner of Garden Street and Aqua Street which explains: "Drilling commenced on Queensland's first artesian bore at this site in because the town dam constructed in and a well sunk in the Barcoo River were unable to provide adequate water.
Owing to difficulties - suspected to be financial as well as technical - drilling was suspended for a time. Finally the bore was completed in The water from the Pioneer Bore continued to be used for domestic purposes including drinking until the drought broke in and was used by W. Banks for wool scouring. The Black Stump There are a number of places around Australia which insist that they are the true location of the black stump.
The case for Blackall is explained in great detail on the sign which can be accessed by turning into Hawthorn Street from the Landsborough Highway and going around to the back of the local school.
The sign reads: "This historic site permanently marks the original Astro station established in by the Surveyor-General for the purpose of survey, based on the principal meridional circuit traversed around the town of Blackall. The circuit around Blackall was 27 miles square and contained an area of square miles. The surveyors placed their theodolites on the stump for latitude and longitude observations. The stump was used rather than a set of legs because the theodolites used on such observations were of a large size.
This Astro station was used as part of the principal survey to fix the position of principal towns extending from Brisbane to Boulia via Roma, Charleville and Blackall. It was designed to establish the points of important centres with which the survey work of the whole colony could be connected, and enable the mapping of Queensland on a more accurate basis.
It was considered at the time that the country to the west of Blackall was 'beyond the black stump'. This piece of petrified wood replaces the original stump which was burnt out. The Blackall Aquatic Centre, which is located at 1 Salvia Street, offers a spa which uses the artesian waters. It also has an Olympic swimming pool and the usual facilities - change rooms, hot showers, toilets.
The Blackall Wool Scour Located 3. It is the last remaining steam operated wool washing plant. Historically the process of wool scouring, which had once been done by hand, involved putting the greasy wool through a special scouring solution, drying the cleaned wool, then pressing it into bales.
When the wool scour was built it was considered a miracle of modern technology. In the Blackall community restored the wool scour which comprises "the wool washing and drying tanks, a stand shearing shed, large sheep yards, shearer's quarters, cook house, toilet and shower blocks.
Between May and August the machinery is driven by steam and at other times it operates by electricity. The site is open all year round and guided tours occur every hour starting at 9. Sculptures Around Town Listed in the Blackall brochure are the nine interesting works of public art which are located around the town.
Obviously two highlights are the Jackie Howe and Edgar Towner sculptures in Shamrock Street but there are also exceptional works which can be easily accessed. Discover history in action at the Blackall Woolscour and the last remaining steam operated wool washing plant in Australia. Operating from until it closed in , the scour played a large part in the lives of. Are you in need of some rest and relaxation? Then take time out at the Blackall Aquatic Centre.
Relax in the spa, its warm bubbling artesian waters fed by 58 degree bore water. If you prefer to swim some laps, there is also a 50 metre olympic size. Outback Queensland has a strong connection with Indigenous culture and heritage, and we invite you to share in Known as the place to see natural wonders and breathtaking sunsets, Outback Queensland also offers a cultural experience Don't miss the iconic spots and hidden gems.
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Explore the park on the self-guided drive. Enjoy panoramic views from Emmet Pocket lookout.
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