HERBERTON
Herberton is only a short distance
from Atherton, and likewise is high in the Atherton Tablelands.
Herberton is a town that is very proud of its historic past, and this
attribute is on display everywhere. Old buildings, museums plus a
quaintness that is endearing.
Tin mining underpinned much of the
early years and growth of Herberton. 
The first European
exploration of this area was undertaken in 1875 by James Venture
Mulligan. Mulligan was prospecting for gold, but instead found tin on
the Herbert River.
The town of Herberton was
established on 19 April 1880 by John Newell to exploit the tin find,
and mining began on 9 May.
In the late 19th century
the Mulligan Highway was carved through the hills from Herberton and
passed through what is now Main Street, Atherton, before continuing
down to Port Douglas. This road was used by the coaches of Cobb and
Co.
Tin mining ceased in
Herberton in 1978.
The Historic Village 
captures much of that era, and the Mining Museum completes the story.      
The photographic museum is
an absolute must visit. Though a little expensive this is a great
show. 
The Herberton War Memorial
is in the main street.
The Churches is Herberton
are on the northern approaches to the town and are preserved
buildings. 
The remaining two hotels
are a clear representative of an earlier era .
When visiting allow a
minimum of a day.
Diary
notes 
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