EMERALD
Coal wealth in the
area has determined Emerald is a new and prosperous growth town. The
town is on the cusp of being an 'outback' town but still has all essential
services. Emerald is also an attractive town that is also now
establishing links to the past. I.e.
heritage factors
are being identified and developed.       _small.JPG)
The Tropic of Capricorn runs through Emerald and it
lies on the Nogoa River, a tributary of the Fitzroy River
Fairbairn Dam overflowed for the first time in 17
years on the 19 January 2008. Major flooding in Emerald occurred a few
days after as the Nogoa River broke its banks. The floods, which were
the region's worst on record, resulted in 1000 houses being affected
and more than 2500 people being evacuated.
Emerald is a
service town for a large number of industries in the area. Extensive
coal mining operations are carried out in the district. Cotton is
grown in the area, and is processed at the Yamala.
The Emerald
churches are modern buildings.  _small.JPG) 
The Emerald War
Memorial is in near the centre of town.
The Emerald
Hotels are located on the main drive through/highway. 
Emerald is a
great town and when visiting should allow an overnight stay at a
minimum.
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