Hotels in Barcaldine, Queensland
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Artesian Hotel
Artesian Hotel "Stayed there 29/04/2009, was good" Brian McMillan
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Railway Hotel
Shakespeare Hotel (Shakey Pub)
Shakespeare Hotel Dining at restaurant "1886" 20 rooms of accommodation available. ALL are well maintained, clean and comfortable with polished timber floors throughout. New owners from October 2010. - "transformed the appearance and reputation...
Union Hotel
Former Globe Hotel
Former Globe Hotel 30/11/11 - "The "GLOBE" Hotel here in Barcaldine CLOSED for business on the 30th June 2011. After a long and historical past the owner ...sold the building to the local council. Plans are for the hotel to be demolished...
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Information on Barcaldine, QLD 4725
Tree of Knowledge
Barcaldine
Outback Queensland
Australia
Monument ; Plaque; Historical; Eucalypt; Town
Photo: Courtesy of Tourism Queensland
Barcaldine, known as the "Garden City of the West," is a historic outback town in central Queensland, approximately 1,000km west of Rockhampton. Famous as the birthplace of the Australian Labor Party following the 1891 shearers' strike, it features the iconic Tree of Knowledge memorial.
The town offers rich pastoral heritage, fascinating museums, and serves as a gateway to the outback. With its tree-lined streets, historic buildings, and authentic outback character, Barcaldine provides visitors a glimpse into Australia's rural history and pioneering spirit.
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Travel options
Barcaldine is accessible via the Landsborough Highway, connecting to Rockhampton (east) and Longreach (west). Queensland Rail's Spirit of the Outback passenger service stops here twice weekly.
The nearest airport is in Longreach (approximately 100km west), offering regular flights to Brisbane. Driving is the most flexible option, with the town positioned on the popular Matilda Highway tourist route.