Sinclair Tour and Travel – 5494 5083

Qld Outback & Min Min Magic

Departs Saturday 23rd June – 7 days

$2,999 per person twin share. Single $350

Tour Inclusions:

Door to door transfers

Flight to Longreach – back from Mt. Isa

6 nights’ accommodation

6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners.

Camden Park Station Smoko Tour

Smithy’s Outback Dinner Show

Stockman’s Hall of Fame OR Qantas Founder’s Museum

Age of Dinosaurs Collection Room Tour

Waltzing Matilda Centre Winton

Bedourie Town Tour

Min Min Centre Boulia & Stone House

Outback at Isa, Underground Hospital, School of the Air, Lake Moondarra

Day One. Saturday 23rd June.

After pick up from your door as usual, we’ll transfer to Brisbane airport for your flight to

Longreach. Peter will meet you here with the bus and your Outback Adventure begins. We’ll

begin with an afternoon tea and tour on Camden Park Station. Meet Outback Dan and the

Walker family and visit their property that hosted the Queen and Prince Phillip as

you experience a working sheep and cattle station very close to town. Walk

through the historical Homestead Gardens Shearing Shed and Cattle Yards then

tour the farm after a scrumptious smoko.

After we check in at our Hotel, we’ll enjoy a fabulous night of entertainment.

Tonight, settle back and enjoy an evening to remember dining under the stars beside the

Coolibah- lined river. Begin with sunset nibbles followed by a two-course table service dinner,

featuring our camp oven themed modern cuisine. A good selection of wine and cold beer is

available for purchase from our licensed cash bar. Live on stage our quality guest performers

will entertain you with their songs and stories. A night out at the award-winning Smithy's is a

'must do' when in Longreach - an experience that is bound to be a highlight of your Outback

holiday.

Albert Park Motel – Longreach (07) 4658 2411

Day Two. Sunday 24th June.

After a scrumptious breakfast at our Hotel, we’ll try to show you some of the history of the

town. Longreach is the largest town in central Queensland. Situated on the Thomson River 191

m above sea level it is the centre of one of Queensland's most prosperous wool and beef areas.

Today we can soak up the history and heritage that surrounds the legendary township of

Longreach. BUT FIRST – YOU MUST CHOOSE. Either visit the Stockman’s Hall of Fame

OR The Qantas Founder’s Museum.

The Stockman’s Hall of Fame is a tribute to Australian Outback heroes and pioneering legends

and outlines Australia’s history over the years. Its exhibitions include a model of Aboriginal

cave paintings, the first fleet (with a computerised list of all the people on the first fleet), the

early settlement in Sydney, the major explorations, the early pioneers (with a model slab hut,

a hawker's van and a blacksmith's shop) the pastoral expansion, and then a focus on life in the

bush up to the present day. It uses the latest audio-visual techniques to great effect.

If you’ve been to the Stockman’s Hall of Fame OR if we you feel you’d like to see something

different, perhaps you’d prefer to visit The Qantas Founders Museum. This museum tells the

story of the founders of Qantas with displays that expand on what life was like in 1920’s

Queensland. Combining easy to read displays, oral history, genuine artefacts and multimedia

exhibits, the Museum, encompassing the Heritage Listed Qantas Hangar, offers visitors a

definitive historical experience of Qantas’ heritage.

Early lunch (own expense) in town, before we start our drive to Winton. On the way, we’ll visit

Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum of Natural History - home to the world’s largest

collection of Australian dinosaur fossils, including some of our most famous such as

Australovenator (Banjo) and Diamantinasaurus (Matilda). Not surprisingly, it’s also the site of

Australia’s largest fossil preparation laboratory! Here we’ll take part in the Collection Room

Tour. Our passionate guides tell the story of "Banjo" and "Matilda" and how they are

inextricably linked for eternity. Sit back and enjoy parts of the documentary "Monsters in the

Outback" and watch as the fossils are put together and the dinosaurs are brought back to life.

In Winton, you’ll love Arno’s Wall. A modern wonder of art and architecture, Arno Grotjahn's

wall contains almost every household item you can imagine and more. The walls reach two

metres high and extend for at least 70 metres. They are constructed of concrete and rock

brought from Arno's opal mine at Opalton and studded with rusted lawnmower parts, boat

propellers, vintage typewriters and sewing machines and even a couple of complete

motorbikes. Every part of the Wall has a story, and if you are lucky, you may run into one of

the locals happy to share Arno was born in 1930 and spent his youth as a merchant seaman

travelling the world. He immigrated to Australia from Germany some 30 years ago and spends

his time in and around Winton opal mining.

We’ll enjoy dinner at a local pub tonight. (B) (D)

Matilda Motel Winton. (07) 4658 2411

Day Three. Monday 25th June.

After brekky downtown, we’ll discover more of Winton. Winton has a rich history as the

birthplace of Waltzing Matilda and QANTAS and links to the Great Shearers' Strike of 1891,

but is just as well known today for something far more ancient...DINOSAURS!!! Undoubtedly

Winton's greatest claim to fame is its association with 'Banjo' Paterson and particularly with

the writing, and first performance of, 'Waltzing Matilda'. We’ll visit the Waltzing Matilda

Centre which was completed in 1998 at a cost of $3.1 million.

SADLY, the centre was burnt down. WE’LL BE VISITING THE NEWLY RE-BUILT

CENTRE – so not exactly sure what it will contain yet. The Centre combined Winton's existing

Qantilda Museum with an impressive range of attractions many constructed around the story

of the swagman as told in 'Banjo' Paterson's 'Waltzing Matilda'. There is a Billabong Courtyard

in which life size characters of the swaggy and the troopers caught in action under a full-size

coolabah tree. The centre also is home to the Outback Regional Art Gallery which concentrates

on both historic and contemporary images of Australian outback and rural life. The Home of

the Legend component of the Centre has a number of famous Australians singing and talking

while visitors watch holograms of the past.

Lunch own expense in town. Before we drive to Boulia. Dinner at our Hotel tonight. (B)(D)

Australian Hotel/Motel - Boulia (07) 4746 3144

Day Four. Tuesday 26th June.

After brekky at our Hotel we’re off to Bedourie. Bedourie, meaning ‘dust storm', is a quaint

little town with a population of 120 people. Perched on a sand dune and surrounded by Eyre

Creek, it is the administrative centre of the huge 95,000 square kilometre Diamantina Shire,

and perfect for a one-of-a-kind outback Queensland adventure to the far west. Did you know?

Bedourie was a major watering and rest stop in the 1880's for drovers moving cattle from the

Northern Territory and northwest Queensland to the customs collection point in Birdsville, 200

kilometres to the south. where we’ll meet a colourful local – Doug – see his vast collection of

indigenous artefacts and enjoy a tour of this fascinating area. Lunch included today with the

tour.

Bedourie - Home of the Bedourie Camp Oven.

Borne out of necessity under a tree during the 1920s by a tin

smith, the Bedourie Camp Oven was constructed for the drovers

and cameleers who were having problems with their outback

cookware. The cast iron ovens they carried were cracking and

breaking under the harsh conditions of the outback.

Over time, the design for the oven was refined and was

manufactured from spun steel with a tight fitting lid. In 1945,

R.M. Williams began selling the ovens, and in 1966, an R.M.

Williams catalogue listed the Bedourie Camp Oven with heavy

duty rolled edges for sale at two pounds, fifteen shillings

($5.50).

In 2001, the Australian Government recognised the origins of

the Bedourie Camp Oven as ‘Uniquely Australian' and noted its

significance as an improvised oven used by the pioneers of the

Queensland outback. In recognition of the iconic oven, a street

in the ACT was named Bedourie Street in March 2001.

Dinner at our Hotel tonight. (B)(L)(D)

Australian Hotel/Motel – Boulia (07) 4746 3144

Day Five. Wednesday 27th June.

After another yummy breakfast, we’re off to solve a mystery. Hundreds of people have told of

seeing the Min Min Light in the Boulia district. The light got its name from the old Min Min

pub and mail-change, which used to stand on the boundary of two big stations – Warenda and

Lucknow. Unravel the mystery of this outback phenomenon of the Min Min Lights with a visit

to Boulia’s Min Min Encounter – a unique theatrical experience incorporating animatronics,

fibre optics and loads of other high tech wizardry. The encounter is a tribute to the long

honoured art of the bush yarn, all based around the famed Min Min Light phenomenon. Today,

you will have an outback experience like no other. In the 45 minute show you will be introduced

to the story by various characters who claim to have taken a journey through Min Min country

and you will have your own Min Min experience complete with spine tingling effects and an

unpredictable ending.

We’ll also visit the famous Boulia Stone House. When Boulia resident James Edwards Jones

built his home in 1888, little did he know that it would become one of Western Queensland's

major attractions. The building was constructed as a family dwelling and now boasts being

home to an array of history surrounding the Jones family and early settlement life in Boulia.

Listed by the National Trust as a building of great interest, it was one of the first homes built

in Western Queensland. Its unique design keeps out the harsh summer heat. Much of the

region's and the Jones's family history is displayed in the Stonehouse, as well as Aboriginal

artefacts and photographs relating to the Pitta Pitta tribe. Set in the yard of the Stonehouse are

a number of machinery and wagons, which were used in the region around the turn of the

century.

Lunch own expense in town today before we head off to Mt. Isa, the Rodeo Capital of Australia

– a thriving inland city set among the dramatic landscapes of the Selwyn Ranges. Mount Isa is

a mining town, which mines for copper, lead, silver and zinc, and has got a nickname by locals

as 'The Isa'. Today Mount Isa is one of the largest producers of both lead and silver, in the

Western world. Dinner at our Hotel tonight. (B)(D)

Burke & Wills Mt Isa. (07) 4743 8000

Day Six. Thursday 28th June.

After breakfast this morning, we’ll visit Outback at Isa. 'The Gallery', located at Outback at

Isa, features a stunning array of artworks from local and regional artists. Form sculptures to

paintings, portraits to landscapes, abstract to indigenous; 'The Gallery' has something for

everyone. When you first enter the Isa Experience, you may think that this could be yet another

museum experience. At Isa Experience, however, it lives, entertains and enthrals. From the

fascinating insight into the mining industry development to the cultural diversity of Mount Isa

shown in the theatrette movies, to the depictions of the quirkiness of daily life in the early days,

the gallery is vibrant and entertaining. The stunning, award-winning, dual plasma screens

mysteriously begin as you enter the exhibit space. Blending the indigenous and white

perspectives, it dramatically concludes with

the didgeridoo 'morphing' into the modern

lead stack that dominates the city skyline.

The Isa Experience gives an intimate and in-

depth perspective to the development of a

multi-cultural society that existed well

before the term was coined. The Outback

Park is an extensive creative landscape that

captures visitors’ attention, with a central

lagoon surrounded by lush naive plantings

and a Lawn Hill gorge inspired waterfall.

You’ll love our visit to School of the Air. There is no doubt that the historic radio

communication between Cloncurry and Augustus Station heralded a new era in the

development of the region. From the ‘pedal radio’ circa 1930, medical advice could be sought

to allay the fear that sickness and injury posed. Facilities to enhance education for

outback children was to be realised much later, following the first School of the Air opening in

Alice Springs in 1951. Queensland's first School of the Air opened its doors in 1960 at

Cloncurry. In 2001, 230 students from 120 families were enrolled in the school. The majority

of families lived on stations within a 450km radius of Mount Isa. Lunch (own expense) in town

today. We’ll finish our day with a visit to the famous Underground Hospital, a unique

attraction and fully restored since being constructed during World War II. Peter will also take

you for a drive to the lovely Moondarra Dam. Dinner at our Motel again tonight. (B) (D)

Burke and Wills Motel Mt. Isa (07) 4743 8000

Day Seven. Friday 29th June.

Sadly, this is our last brekky together. Back to tea and toast tomorrow! Peter will take you to

the airport for your 9.30am flight to Brisbane. Here, a representative of Sinclair Tour and

Travel will meet you at the luggage carousel and take you back to your front door. We do

hope you enjoyed your tour with us. Please tell your friends. That’s how our business grows.

We look forward to travelling with you again in the very near future. (B)

INCLUDED IN TOUR ❖ Air conditioned bus

❖ Door to door airport transfers.

❖ Return Air travel to Hobart and from Launceston.

❖ Motel accommodation on a twin share basis.

❖ Breakfast (B), Lunch (L) and Dinner (D) as indicated.

❖ All entries as listed.

❖ Name badge, travel bag, luggage labels & water bottle

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BOOKINGS

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for completion and return with a deposit of $700.00 per person within 7 days to

secure your booking. This will also cover your airfares which must be paid for

as soon as you book.

BALANCE PAYMENT

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Date. For Tour Bookings made within 60 days of Tour Departure Date full

payment is required on booking. FINAL PAYMENT DUE NOW

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circumstances beyond its control and to cancel any tour due to insufficient

bookings. A full refund of fare will be made if tour is cancelled by Sinclair Tour

and Travel.

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More than 60 days Nil

15 – 60 days 50% of Tour Price

8 - 14 days 75% of Tour Price

Less than 8 days 100% of Tour Price

Day of Departure or during tour 100% of Tour Price

In addition to the above fee any moneys paid in respect of bookings with other

tour operators, airfares, attractions, etc. on your behalf and which cannot be

recouped will also be payable. A $50 administration fee (per person) will be

charged on ALL cancellations regardless of the number of days’ notice given.

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encourage passengers to arrange travel insurance. We can arrange Travel

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