IN THE AIR RIVER RANCH

The Calliope River Historical Village is a true heritage experience which has captured and preserved some of the original buildings from around the Gladstone Region. Come and spend some time looking at unique and interesting displays, including the Calliope River Railway facility which includes a Queensland Rail coach, two camp wagons and the Yarwun station. Take a drip down memory lane in the Raglan Dance Hall, or visit the country Markets which are held on site, with stall holders from as far away as the Gold Coast selling their wares. The museum and tours operate daily at a small cost.

Calliope Swimming Pool is a public swimming pool featuring a toddler wading pool, 25 metre outdoor swimming pool and kiosk for snacks and drinks. Picnic areas and barbecues are provided free of charge making the Calliope Swimming Pool the perfect place for a lazy day out with family and friends. ...

Overlooking Gladstone, Tannum Sands and the Hinterland, Round Hill Lookout offers stunning 360 degree views especially at sunset. This is a popular viewing platform for Gladstone's Industry, City Centre and the Islands of the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Round Hill Lookout is just a quick 10 minute drive from the City Centre. Easy parking available at the lookout....

The Calliope River Historical Village is a true heritage experience which has captured and preserved some of the original buildings from around the Gladstone Region. Come and spend some time looking at unique and interesting displays, including the Calliope River Railway facility which includes a Queensland Rail coach, two camp wagons and the Yarwun station. Take a trip down memory lane in the Raglan Dance Hall, or visit the country Markets which are held on site, with stall holders from as far away as the Gold Coast selling their wares. The museum and tours operate daily at a small cost. ...

A landscape which features historical homesteads, horse riding trails, national parks, lookouts and native bush Calliope is shaped by an air of yesteryear but look a little closer and there is lots to discover. Tee off on one of the 18 holes on the challenging greens at the Country Club, visit the Historical Village where early history of the Port Curtis region is being preserved or throw a line in at one of the rivers, estuaries or lakes located nearby. If you are in town on the last Sunday of the month the town comes alive with the Historical Village Markets where you can pick up homemade goodies, craft and other top market finds. Hinterland escapes await in part of Central Queensland's historic heartland - make your own history with a stay in Calliope....