ACCOMMODATION MITCHELL QLD

Single and Twin Share rooms, Double bed rooms, Queen bed rooms and Cabins sleeping up to six guests available. New cabins completed July 2014 for up to three guests now open. Undercover parking for all rooms and cabins. Large vehicle and trailer parking available. Plenty of on street parking for semi trailers. Evening meals and breakfasts delivered to rooms. Covered BBQ/Camp Kitchen. Quiet location with very reasonable rates.

Bonus Downs, a privately owned property run by Lyle and Madonna Connolly, is the ultimate outback historical experience. Experience the magnificent Bonus Downs homestead, find yourself on a tranquil bushwalk or take in the day's activities or absorb the atmosphere of the outback. Whatever your interest, there is something for everyone at Bonus Downs. Bonus Downs offers good old fashioned country hospitality in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Bonus Downs is 46 kilometres south west of Mitchell on the Bollon Road, has bitumen to the door and is only half an hour from the Mitchell spa. It has accommodation in the rustic Jackeroos Quarters. Camping is also available in the shearing shed or bring your own tent. Caravans, motorhomes and campervans are all welcome, powered sites and water is available. Fly ins welcome and school groups....

Each year on the last Saturday in August the Mitchell Camel and Pig Races are hosted by the Mitchell Show Society, coinciding with the weekend before the Birdsville Races. The camel races feature a Calcutta race program with prize money for first, second and third place along with the Camel Cup final. Camels are auctioned before each race with the winning bidder or syndicate nominating the jockey. There are also novelty races, pig races, sweeps and market stalls. Come and enjoyed the hospitality of Mitchell - a great family fun day for all! Full bar and canteen operating plus free camping available at the Showgrounds during the event....

Mitchell's war memorial stands out from the crowd for its unusual design and colour, urging recall and fostering remembrance of names which, as its engraving says, 'liveth forever more'. Major General Sir Thomas Glasgow unveiled the memorial, erected in 1927. The one-of-a-kind sandstone and granite memorial had cost Mitchell's farming community ?464. A financial subscription for the memorial was initiated by the Chamber of Commerce and the Booringa Shire Council in 1920. Four steps lead to four Doric pillars surrounding recessed plates of red polished granite which bear the engraved names of 51 locals who served in WWI. One panel also bears the AIF badge. A red granite column, capped by a polished orb, sits atop the square monument's base....

The Great Artesian Spa provides a relaxing and unique outback experience - a soak in the thermal mineralised artesian waters is relaxing for the body and therapeutic for the soul. Located at the eastern entrance to Mitchell in the aquatic centre, the Great Artesian Spa comprises two large pools of artesian water. One spa has naturally heated waters from the Great Artesian Basin which is maintained at a comfortable temperature designed to relax tired muscles, ease tension and revitalise both body and mind. The other pool is designed for those who prefer a cooler experience. The Spa has been designed for easy access which includes a hydro chair for those who have restricted mobility. Also located within the complex is the Internet Cafe, Booringa Fun and Fitness Centre and Mitchell's Visitor Information Centre. For entry prices and opening hours contact the Great Artesian Spa....

The Maranoa Art Gallery is housed in the beautifully transformed old Maranoa Picture Theatre and is the cultural hub of Mitchell. This unique arts precinct includes an impressive gallery area, library, movie projection room display and outdoor artists' work space and sculpture garden. A dedicated Gallery Committee strives to develop an impressive exhibition calendar of inspiring and creative works from local, regional and metropolitan artists....

Mt Moffatt section of Carnarvon National Park is remote and situated Queensland's highest plateau. Rugged ranges sweep down to sandstone cliffs, with open woodlands and sandy valleys below. From any of the four basic campsites, take a long, scenic four wheel drive to the park's features. Short walks to nature's amazing sculptures at Lot's Wife, Marlong Arch and The Chimneys; and to cultural heritage sites. View Aboriginal rock art from the boardwalks at The Tombs and Kookaburra Cave. Picnic at the Top Shelter Shed. From the Consuelo Tableland, enjoy sweeping views over the park. Go birdwatching for honeyeaters, parrots and raptors by day, and spotlighting for feathertail gliders and sugar gliders at night. ...

Exhibition Park boasts the only pet friendly camping in Canberra and offers stays of up to 28 days. With a range of powered and non-powered sites available including large drive through sites, grey and black water dump points, campground accessibility has never been easier. True to its name, Exhibition Park is also home to some of Canberra's most prestigious events and displays. Shop at the on-site Saturday farmers market. Just an eight minute drive from the city centre, convenience is enhanced with public transport from the main gate to take you directly to the capital's top attractions....

Canberra's award winning Handmade Market is a quarterly event, which brings together talented artists, designers, stylists, craftspeople and gourmets from all over Australia to showcase their handmade designs. Handmade Market September 2017 is an indoor event showcasing over 240 Australian designer/makers. All products on sale are Australian made and designed. Shop at Handmade to support Australian designers and find something unique, well priced and where you can meet the maker. You'll find everything from fashion, furniture, sculpture, ceramics, children?s toys and clothing, jewellery, accessories and an indoor gourmet food, wine and home wares hall. You can drive to the venue. There is a lot of parking including coach and disabled parking access. ATMs are located on site. There is public transport to the event. Entry to the market is free but please support the door greeters at each event with a gold coin donation if you can. Each event supports a different charity....

Fash N Treasure (FNT) is a Canberra based Fashion Market specializing in new, vintage and recycled clothing and accessories. The market also hosts collectible items including books, dvds, vinyl records and household items....

Baldwin Distilling Company is Australia's only dedicated Bourbon Distillery (they have to call it Whiskey). The company was founded to challenge America's unfair share of Australia?s large Bourbon market. Their uncompromising quality and drive to bring you the best products in Australia or for that matter, anywhere, is the heart of the company?s energising culture. Baldwin offer a one hour tour that walks you through of the Distilling Process, explaining the raw materials, stages and equipment used in the Distillery. This educational and interactive experience is hosted by Baldwin Distilling's Head Distiller and owner, Anthony Baldwin. Tours are conducted at 11am and 2pm daily or other times by prior arrangement or booking....

You'll find a taxi rank adjacent to the main entrance of Exhibition Park in Canberra, home of Summernats, the National Folk Festival and the Saturday morning Capital Region Farmers Market. ...

Climb for as long as you like at Canberra Indoor Rock Climbing. Challenge yourself with 25 to 35 ropes and wall heights from 6.5 to 8.5 metres. All levels are catered for. You can hire shoes, harnesses and chalk bags on site. Track suits, shorts, leggings, sneakers or runners are the best attire. Canberra Indoor Rock Climbing also has a southside location at 26 Raws Crescent, Hume. Phone: 6260 1101. Locations both have the same opening hours....

Catch a taxi back from the races at Thoroughbred Racing Park. The rank is in the carpark off Randwick Road. ...

You?ll be bouncing off the walls, literally, with the fun to be had at Flip Out Mitchell, an indoor trampoline arena in Canberra?s north. With massive trampolines, foam pits, ball games, events and even more surprises, Flip Out is the ideal entertainment for an active family. No more mums and dads sitting on the side lines - it?s time to get up and play! Slip on your socks and get set for some serious jumping action....

The Snowy Hydro SouthCare Christmas Gala presented by Clubs ACT has grown to be one of the highlights of the Canberra social calendar and raises vital funds to help keep the rescue helicopter in the air and saving lives. Please join Snowy Hydro SouthCare as they transform the Capital Region Farmers Market into a unique black tie venue. Walk down the red carpet and have your photo taken with the helicopter before sampling the best of local food and wine in a pre-dinner regional culinary showcase. Settle in and enjoy a ?paddock to plate? three-course dining experience sourced from local producers then dance the night away. Snowy Hydro SouthCare provides critical care in times of great need. Since beginning operation in 1998, the service has conducted over 6,700 life-saving missions including 457 in the past year alone to the ACT and south-eastern NSW....

Shop Canberra's award winning Handmade Market which brings together talented artists, designers, stylists, craftspeople and gourmets all under one roof. Find that unique gift from the region. The Handmade Market will showcase over 220 Australian designer/makers. All products on sale at the Handmade Market are Australian made and designed. Shop at Handmade to support Australian designers and find something unique, well priced and meet the maker. ATMs on site. Indoor venue includes a gourmet food hall. Free entry. Please donate to the door greeter charity if you can....