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Bundaberg Rum Bondstore
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(07) 4131 2999 |
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(07) 4131 2955 |
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Whittred Street, BUNDABERG, QLD, 4670 |
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Opened in July 2007, the Bundaberg Rum Bondstore is the brand new visitors centre for Bundaberg Rum. Visitors can complete a site tour to see the real workings of the distillery as well as work their way through our interactive area, a self-guided tour about the history and evolution of Bundaberg Rum over the past 120 years. See graphics, videos and items from our rich history along with lots of interactive displays. At the end of it all visitors can take the quiz and see if they are Bundy Rum's biggest fan!
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Dolls, Bears and Golli too
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(07) 4123 2809 |
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15 Scott Street, MARYBOROUGH, QLD, 4650 |
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Housed in an historical 1915 workers cottage, this vast collection of memorabilia, consisting of dolls, teddies, gollies, tin toys, trains and much more is intended to bring back fond memories. Share the atmosphere and then relax and take in the pleasant surroundings of Lilly Pilly Cottage and it's gardens.
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Take a step back in time when you visit this outstanding display of antique dolls and toys from the 1800's, including clockwork toys, unusual salt and pepper sets and beautiful French dolls to name only a few. All are displayed in a special cottage at Grand Shirl's waiting to welcome you.
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The Hervey Bay Historical Museum has items collected locally and associated with the history of the Hervey Bay and Wide Bay area. There are nineteen buildings spread over two acres of land and housing over eight thousand items. A slab cottage built in 1898 is on the premises and furnished with authentic furnishings from this era. There is a large display of horse drawn machinery and implements used in the local sugar cane and dairying industry, a blacksmith shop and the Dundowran School, built in 1891.
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Mary Valley Heritage Railway
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(07) 5482 2750 |
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(07) 5482 6213 |
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Cnr Tozer & Mellor Streets, GYMPIE, QLD, 4570 |
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Valley Rattler Steam Train Heritage trips and tours from Gympie through the Mary Valley.
'Ride The Rattler' scenic tours are operated by The Mary Valley Heritage Railway (MVHR) every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday from the historic Gympie Railway Station and Heritage Rail Motor Tours every Tuesday morning.
Experience the days of steam travel in comfort aboard our magnificent Club Car. The luxurious surroundings and personalised service will ensure your Mary Valley Tour is a memorable one.
Various themed trains operate throughout the year, check the website for details.
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A dedicated team of volunteers crews the Mary Ann. It operates on each Thursday in historic Queens Park, alongside the Mary River, between Sussex Street and Macalister Street. It also operates on the last Sunday of each month, from Macalister Street to Tiger Street, to Sussex Street, plus special operating times in conjunction with MELSA (Model Engineers & Live Steamers Association) and their miniature trains.
Each Thursday, Market Day, and on the last Sunday of the month, the Whistle Stop Rail Museum at the old Maryborough Railway Station across from the corner of Lennox and Ellena Streets, Maryborough is open.
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The Bond Store Museum is located in the Maryborough's historic Wharf Street Precinct and concentrates on the history of the Port of Maryborough and how the City developed around the Port. The Museum has recently been incorporated into the Maryborough Heritage Gateway Project as part of the Queensland Heritage Trails Network. This project is located in the original Customs House, adjacent to the Bond Store Museum and illustrates the importance of the Port of Maryborough to the development of the Wide Bay/South Burnett Region.
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The Maryborough Military and Colonial Museum is regarded as one of the best country museums in Australia. It has a strong focus on local military and colonial history and contains more than 2000 items of interest with the displays constantly changing. Housed in a National Heritage listed building in the heart of the Portside areas in Wharf Street, the Maryborough Military and Colonial Museum is a must see during your visit to Maryborough. Opening hours - 9am - 3pm seven day a week.
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Mavis Bank
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(07) 4123 5497 |
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256 Queen Street, MARYBOROUGH, QLD, 4650 |
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In a colonial setting among magnificent gardens is Mavis Bank, originally called Ormond and built between 1862 and 1874. The land was bought ion 1849 by James Cleary who was a friend and protector of the aboriginals and the first vegetable and dairy farmer in the Maryborough area.
Mavis Bank still retains the colonial feel and is furnished as a comfortable family home with antiques and collectables from 1720 to 1920. One of five houses to receive a Heritage Tourism Award for the Centenary of Federation, Mavis Bank is truly a step back in time. Take a ride in a 1922 Model T Ford during your visit.
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Located underneath Mavis Bank Historic Home, this museum specialises in the history of the Australian Light Horse as well as other militaria, including WWI, WWII (Army, Navy and Air Force) and Vietnam.
The museum houses a vast collection of saddlery, weapons, equipment, uniforms, original photos, military records and war diaries. Set out in chronological order, it allows the visitor to follow the history of the Light Horse at their own pace, ending with a look over a working Saracen Armoured Personnel Carrier.
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Ship To Shore - The Portside Story
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(07) 4123 5001 |
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Wharf Street, MARYBOROUGH, QLD, 4650 |
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Ship To Shore, The Portside Story was born as the result of five local portside businesses wanting to showcase the beautiful and historical area of Wharf Street to as many people as possible. Working together they provide an all inclusive tour that offers a three course meal, wine/cheese tasting, bus tour, river cruise and horse and wagon ride while sharing the cultural and heritage secrets of Maryborough's amazing past.
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