QUILPIE
Quilpie is the last town with full
services on the Warrego Hgy. I.e. is at the end of the line. Literally
with the railway. There are significant historic aspects of Quilpie
that are important the visitor should gain an understanding.
Primary industry continues to play an
important role in Quilpie, but tourism is increasingly having a
positive commercial impact. Paleontology and dinosaurs are forming a
strong element of that tourism growth. Be sure to check in at the Info
centre to get the ‘Quilpie Shire Tourism Brochure’. That way you can
be sure not to miss out on what is on offer.
    
The name Quilpie comes from the
aboriginal word ‘quilpeter’ that stands for stone curlew.
In
the early days Quilpie was home to a number of larger than life
pioneers and risk takers. At the museum and around the town
testimonies to Pasty Durack, and colleagues Tully and Costello make
for more than just interesting reading.
Artist Cheryl Pratts work is on
display throughout the town.
Opals are also a feature of Quilpie.
Opal practioneer Des Burton donated a number boulder opals that make
up the alter at the Catholic Church.  
The Quilpie War Memorial is unique and
telling acknowledgement to the districts fallen.   
The Brick Hotel ‘lost’ its license to
a Brisbane merchant.
The remaining hotel is of the modern era.
To make the most of Quilpie the
traveler will need a stopover at a minimum.
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