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Discover Charters Towers
Charters Towers is unpretentious and everything Australian,
formally the second largest city in Queensland. Easily
reached, just over an hour south west from Townsville, it is
perfect as a base to discover more of the golden surrounding
countryside, or as a leisurely getaway. The versatility of
a campervan makes it the best choice of transport…and
accommodation. Once you have tasted the freedom of choosing
where and when you will stay, it is hard to go back to the
confines of a hotel holiday.
The best time to visit is March through to October, as the
nights are cool but not freezing, and the days are
deliciously warm and sunny, with a number of beautiful green
parks to enjoy a picnic and laze the day away. Storms
sweep through unexpectedly at times so come prepared for all
seasons.
History buffs will love the city scape, each beautifully
designed building with a story to tell. During the gold
rush, Charters Towers was a thriving city, and the local
museum captures the spirit of this unique town. The mining
and beef industries are now the heart and soul of the
economy, and the town is still thriving in all aspects.
Just strolling through the city centre will give you a
better understanding of the community here. There is
delightful country food on every corner, and always a local
with time to chat.
Don’t walk past the Miners Cottage, refurbished as a replica
of the century old cottages, and also doubling as a museum.
And the century old Historical Ambulance Station is
fascinating, with ancient ambulances, uniforms and log books
now much loved relics from the past.
One popular tourist attraction is the Venus Gold Battery.
You might wonder what on earth this is, and so did I until I
realised it was one most revered, plus the last of the
historical goldmining sites around. There are guided tours
into this absolute step back in time, with movie features
revealing how the gold was extracted, and plenty of
interesting displays which bring those golden days alive
once more.
When you are ready to venture further, Towers Hill Lookout
provides not only a wonderful panoramic view of the town,
but also offers interesting historical films at night, so
undoubtedly any time is great to make the trip. Nature
lovers will also be in their element, with kangaroos,
wallabies, whiptails and the regal wedge tail eagles in all
directions. You will need your camera and a lot of time to
make the most of this fabulous location. There are plenty
of gold mining stories lurking in the hills, so take your
time reading the signposts scattered along the walk to the
summit. If you happen to arrive on the May Day weekend,
you will be treated to the annual country music festival
held at Towers Hill. With music, poetry and plenty of
country tucker so good you won’t want to leave.
There are plenty of other outdoor alternatives, such as
fishing, camping and swimming. Head to the Burdekin River
and you will reach the Flat Rock camping area, perfect for a
spot of barramundi fishing or a leisurely stroll along the
waters edge. With a picnic table and barbeque this is an
ideal spot to head for the day. Closer to town, the
Charters Tower Tourist Park is a popular base, with great
amenities and lots of trees for those hot days. The beauty
of a campervan is you can decide where you want to stay when
you arrive and see for yourself what suits you.
There is no doubt Charters Towers is a beautiful inland
city, for so many reasons. The architecture is
incomparable, such is the surrounding landscape. However
the common thread that brings so many back is the
friendliness of the people, their food, music and company.
There is a sense of community here that makes this a
wonderful place to retreat to, away from the noise and
business of the big city life. Bring your fishing rod, your
camera and of course your campervan to enjoy everything
Charters Towers has to offer.
Jenny Brewer
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