Richmond and Julia Creek, along the Flinders Highway, offer distinct outback experiences. Richmond, an “oasis,” has 500 residents and focuses on government, beef, and fossils, including a top museum and Lake Fred Tritton. Julia Creek, “gateway to the gulf,” also has 500 residents, with beef, mining (BHP nearby), and government as key industries. It hosts the Dirt n Dust Festival and is home to the endangered Julia Creek Dunnart. Both towns offer friendly locals, heritage, and unique attractions.
Wide Bay
Wide Bay, Queensland, encompassing five local government areas, covers 48,400 sq km and has nearly 307,745 residents. Primarily agricultural, it's...
