The Diamantina Development Road between Boulia and Bedourie is now fully sealed. Its roughy 380km from Windorah to Birdsville. We are planning to leave Windorah Friday 4th June to Birdsville. The Min Min is a mysterious light that dances on the horizon as pictured above. And the road is at least four lanes wide in places. Driving from the East: We are 382km west of Windorah, roughly 250km is an unsealed road. Conquer the Big Red Sand Dune Birdsville 2. Please click ok to continue. Follow this road through the sand dunes until it hits Moomba Road, turn left, follow until the turnoff to Innamincka on your right. Make sure you come prepared with your favourite sunset drinks and nibbles so you can really soak up the serenity of the perfect sunset location. So you ask me "What is beyond Birdsville?" Only in rare events, when We travelled at approx 70 kph . The ruins are protected by federal and state heritage legislation, so please, leave them as you find them. We will be in a 1989 Hino Rainbow bus (motorhome) which is not 4x4. Cuttaburra crossing further north is a permanent waterhole and REMEMBER TO ALWAYS CHECK ROAD CONDITIONS BEFORE TRAVELLING, AND TAKE ENOUGH . Also cake a cake of soap handy, if you hole the fuel tank on dirt roads it is great for sealing the hole. About 132km west of Windorah Timing Works started in late May 2021 and was completed in November 2021 Status Completed More than 5km of the Birdsville Developmental Road has been sealed to improve safety, efficiency and wet weather access for all road users. At least, I think it was spectacular I was too busy avoiding getting bogged. The Cordillo Downs Road links with the Birdsville Development Road from Windorah. We have a Land Rover Disco and travelling with another party of 2. . Get the app: You can also call 13 19 40 for updates and alerts. The above ruins are a good example of the kind of homesteads built by early settlers in Australia's remote regions. Looking at a long drive. Sit back and enjoy the unique flora and fauna throughout the surrounding countryside. Windmills have become iconic with Australias outback and Boulia has a grand dame standing right in the main street. Birdsville is a friendly place, and you shouldn't have any problems. (Commonwealth Development Employment Project) centre; visit the grand old Hotel Corones, the biggest outback pub in Australia, with its resident ghost; and at night take in the star-studded outback night sky at the Cosmos Centre. Mungallala, population around 130, originated as a railway town. Right now there are no problems, but as you know, conditions can change any day. A word of warning Although the Cordillo Downs track goes through some of the most beautiful country in Australia, it is important to drive to the conditions. Public Toilets. The distinctive seasons and fertile soils have given rise to a city filled with over 150 wonderful gardens and parks. With special catwalks for visitors to see all the action, theres arguably nowhere else you can have such an experience. There is live entertainment, camp oven cooking,food, fireworks, childrens amusements and a hostof novelty races and events. options to continue your journey, but first I'd like to answer your next question "what does Birdsville sits on the edge of the Simpson Desert, in the corner of Queensland, South Australia and The Northern Territory. Weather and Warnings . For history and rail enthusiasts, the Workshops Rail Museum in the former north Ipswich rail yards will find you amongst living rail history. Just take it easy and youll be fine. Quilpie is a 210 kilometre drive from Charleville along the Warrego Way. Very optimistic settlers started a pastoral venture in 1877, however, Carcory homestead was already abandoned in 1906. A stay in Quilpie can be as busy or as relaxing as you choose. Preferably bitumen . . A couple of others had driven through, but theyd obviously had some problems in deep bog holes. The hamlet of Warra may not look much at first, but turn down the street and visit the Warra Hotel; a fantastic, rambling old timber pub. However, I imagine it would be horrendous after the Birdsville races or Big Red Bash. Can anyone tell me how far out of Windorah the bitumen finishes on the way to Birdsville, someone said to me that there's only about 170km's of dirt now, is that correct?? We've done many of the Channel country roads in a Forester towing a camper trailer no problems, even when the 'tracks' are classed as 4WD only, after rain. Overall a good drive , does get a bit rough in a few places but hey it's the outback.. Visit the Living History Centre close to one of Australias iconic outback pubs, the Eromanga Royal Hotel est. This is a wide, well used gravel road. Any questions or comments? Enjoy the outdoor hot tub under the stars with artesian bore water. However, its a special place especially at sunset. The bike was a BSA 250cc, four-stroke. This time, we struck it at its worst after a long dry spell. So it sort of lives up to its name, Silver City Highway. Driving through the Diamantina Shire is a surreal experience, passing extensive plains of red gibber on both sides of the road and intersected with flat flood plain areas that would be grasslands after a wet season. I plan on going to Birdsville on my Trike towing a teardrop camper. As an aside, we were travelling to Innamincka to see Cooper Creek in flood. (Melbourne, Victoria Australia). only occur in a few places in the world. There have been some bad collisions along here, with over-enthusiastic travellers forgetting about on-coming traffic at the crests of the dunes. The gravel road was generally in good condition. Via the very good Donohoe Hwy from Mt Isa, Bedourie, Boulia or even Windorah; Via the Birdsville Development Road from Betoota and Windorah . take a camera and enjoy. We were planning to go to Birdsville from Brisbane starting Sunday but noticed there are reports of flooding on the Birdsville development road. Road conditions from Longreach to Birdsville Longreach 36C Light Rain Feels like 94.82 Wind speed 14.9 mph Pressure 1006 hPa Jundah 25C Few Clouds Feels like 76.06 Wind speed 14.9 mph Pressure 1008 hPa Barcoo 25C Clear Sky Feels like 74.55 Wind speed 13.3 mph Pressure 1009 hPa Windorah 24C Clear Sky Feels like 74.41 Wind speed 13.5 mph Next, the ruins of the abandoned Carcory Homestead are worth a stop. The mercury is already nudging 40C on a February morning in Birdsville and, walking down the main drag, you could be forgiven for mistaking yourself in the nearby ghost town of Betoota. Thats another reason why we were nervous about taking on the muddy track if wed have become bogged, there was no chance of anyone helping us out. We are leaving Plainland around 30th Aug along with our tent and look forward to meeting up with others travelling the same road, cheers to all. but this should give you an idea of the fuel consumption differences between the desert and other road conditions. This is a roadtrain route. With a cold beer, they are in no . Margaret Road. The road is two lanes through to Toowoomba, which makes for an easier journey. That was until they made history as the last Australian bushrangers trialled for murder right here by the side of the Warrego in the Mitchell courthouse. After 19km, turn onto the Jump Up Loop Road. [1] Its length is 273 kilometres (170 mi). Recommended road trip circuit from Brisbane: St George; Cunnamulla; Thargomindah; Innamincka; Birdsville; Birdsville to Brisbane via Windorah and Roma; Things to Pack: Enough bottled water to last at least 3 days (plus some extra) Snacks for the road trip; At least 3 days of dry food for meals that will keep in the car. I'd strongly advise contacting Queensland Roads to get the latest. I have been able to find information on the conditions of the road up to Windorah all bitumen. After a short stint in Birdsville, and refuelling bike and rider, I made my way back. Do not attempt it if the road is covered in places; there's many a motorist that's been bogged up to the door handles in innocent-looking puddles. Im thinking this might be bureaucracy gone mad. So when youre not smashing over corrugations, youre crashing over rocks embedded in the surface . If you are, either dont go this way or expect suspension damage. Some by-pass tracks are actually turn-offs, headed for various station features, or even exploratory boreholes etc. Very optimistic settlers started a pastoral venture in 1877, however, Carcory homestead was already abandoned in 1906. The history of The Birdsville Track comes to life as we leave Marree and head north through Stations including Lake Harry, Clayton, Dulkaninna, Etadunna, Mulka, to . The road into Birdsville was also good . Dirt roads and pot holes are Ok. The road was open, and two other sets of wheel tracks meant we could avoid any bog holes. Rex Airlines flies to Boulia on their Western 2 Route from Brisbane to Toowoomba (Wellcamp) to Charleville to Quilpie to Windorah to Birdsville to Bedourie to Boulia to Mount Isa and return. Write by: . ps have a look at big red, only about 30 km out the other side of town but worth a look. This being on a good track. Photo by Richard Eckert | @richierichsa (Instagram) . It is been a while since I drove the route that is also known as the Bilby Way. Sit atop the 40 metre high Big Red, the biggest sand dune on the eastern edge of the desert, and watch four-wheel-drivers take on the challenge of the steep and sandy tracks. 4 trips to Birdsville Races in my Commodore , not a worry about puntures if carefull and watch the road . Looking for more NSW Corner Country destinations? The channel country in Queensland's south-west is "black stump" country. Track CONDITIONSTrack conditions Dirt roadIs the road to Bedourie sealed from Windorah Bedourie to Boulia is sealedToyota country Land cruiserPrado Hilux Vig. Conditions change depending on weather and the time since it was last graded. We travelled parts of this route again and some of it was in great condition. One Then with no moon, the stars blanketed the sky from horizon to horizon. It was a couple of kilometres, but worth the exertion! Birdsville Burke Developmental Road Corner Country NSW Darling River Run Gary Junction Road Gibb River Road Great Central Road Nullarbor Old Ghan Rail Line Savannah Way Strzelecki Track Stuart Highway Tanami Road The Outback Way WA Goldfields Other Road Trips Country Towns QLD Country Towns NSW Country Towns SA Country Towns WA Country Towns Are you able to get from Tibooburra to Innaminka and the Dig Tree in a two wheel drive? This is a remote drive, with fuel being few and far between. The first @130km is bitumen then the fun kicks in. The Roadhouse - the Grand Central Station of Birdsville. bit challenging. After leaving Ipswich, its not long before youre passing through the Lockyer Valley. Im driving up from Port Augusta to Birdsville then the next day into Windora and onto Roma. I will be driving a 2011 AWD Kluger. In between these crests the road twists and weaves, so you have no chance of getting up some speed to get on top of the endless corrugations. Anyone been that way recently? The Birdsville Developmental Road (State Route 14) is a mostly unsealed road in south-west Queensland that branches off the Diamantina Developmental Road at a point 103 kilometres (64 mi) west of Windorah and runs to Birdsville. It's roughy 380km from Windorah to Birdsville. For more information on Flood Recovery Permits (FRPs) and freight route information, contact the Flood Recovery Road Access Group: 1300 105 Fantastic! Roll up and pay when council staff appear. And some crests can have nasty bulldust holes over them which you cant see until youre in them. RACQ Road Conditions. One such stately building is the restored Old Town Hall, now home to the Ipswich Art Gallery, an interactive art gallery and social history museum worthy of a visit. And thirdly, theyve erected a giant sign warning that the speed limit is 50km/h in built-up areas. Once you cross the border, those Queenslanders have done a few things. Plenty of camping spots; none of them marked as "official", but you should be OK if you pull well off the road, and don't camp in a creek bed. kind. Mind you, you need your wits about you on this road too. About 200km north of the Innamincka/Thargomindah Road, youll see the turnoff to Haddon Corner. Around 30 kilometres of dirt road between Bedourie and Birdsville will be sealed with $14.5 million of works on the Eyre Developmental Road now underway. Has anyone done this trip across . Day 4 Windorah to Birdsville via Bedourie, QLD (580 km's) Up with the birds again this morning. Be careful of the sand dunes. Youll need decent tyres. its nice there to be on the river but good luck finding a spot if you are not there early. 2015 Land Rover Discovery Nova Vita 216- 9R, OKA196, 4x4 'C' Class, DIY, self contained motorhome. Its the main link from the Strezlecki Track into the Cooper/Eromanga Basin oil and gas fields. Unsure of current conditions. The amazing Mesa country in the south, then the vast Sturts Stony Desert give you a taste of the Outback at its best. When we went out I wouldn't tow my van due to corrigations but it may be ok now as the big bash and races are not far away. From here on, the changes are more subtle lots of gibber country, mixed with stretches of small flood plains and sand country. I was not sure about the road condition, but as it turned out, the road was quite do-able. Next day, we drove to Burkes Grave on Cooper Creek. The tree is a Waddi (Acacia Peuce), which can only be found in the Boulia/Diamantina Shires. Your travels will take you close to or through the friendly villages of Rosewood, Marburg, Laidley, Forest Hill, Gatton, Grantham, and Helidon. Lake Constance and Hunters Gorge are important wetlands and supporting breeding populations of numerous resident and migratory birds. With the tourist season about to take off, authorities are monitoring the road situation in Far Western Queensland after the big wet. From Birdsville there are a few The journey begins along the Birdsville Developmental Road heading East towards Betoota and Windorah. Although there is quite a lot of stony / gravel still out there it was a great trip. Arrabury Road vaguely follows the South Australian/Queensland border, from the Dig Tree turnoff on the Innamincka/Thargomindah Road in Queensland. Forlorn places, shimmering mirages, exactly what we expect the Australian Outback looks like. The road, which travels through the seemingly endless gibber plains of the Strzelecki and Sturt Stony deserts, is unsealed and recommended for 4WD vehicles only as road conditions vary dramatically depending on the weather and traffic. Windorah is an Aboriginal word meaning big fish, which is fitting given that there are huge yellowbelly cruising the depths of the Cooper Creek near Windorah. My neighbours at the campsite invited me for a coffee prior to departing, and they gave me a heads-up on road conditions- corrugations were pretty bad. ROAD CONDITIONS | VISIT BIRDSVILLE VISIT BIRDSVILLE ROAD CONDITIONS LOCAL ROADS SA OUTBACK ROADS QLD ROADS HOME In the spirit of Reconciliation, we acknowledge the Wangkangurru Yarluyandi people, who are the Traditional Custodians of the land upon which Birdsville was built. mick, your van will do it without a prob. After a hot day on the dusty At that time I Low jump-ups, shimmering mirages and stony plains as far as you can see. Fishing the Ward River is popular in Charleville and with the local fishing club restocking the waters you can almost be assured of a catch. There are two towns in the shire with the town of Boulia, sited on the banks of the Burke River, being the main administration area for the local Boulia Shire Council. I always recommend you carry, among other things, a tyre pressure gauge and a compressor to blow them up again once you get back to the bitumen. For all other route restrictions use the following link https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au. The road varies from rough to sandy to a wide gravel highway further north. Just before Mungallala is a protected area where you can walk amongst the rare Ooline (Cadelia Pentastylis), a remnant pocket of rain forest trees dating back 1.6 million years. [2] Our original plan was to spend some time exploring around Innamincka. From here the mighty Cooper commences its epic journey towards Lake Eyre. You wont miss it as its under the huge shed. In thick sand, off road, lots of low range driving and towing we average anywhere from 17 to 20 litres per 100 kms. Should we considerleaving the caravan at Boulia if need be and stay at the Birdsville pub for a night. Birdsville to Windorah ch 88.7 - 264.7 See Diamantina Shire Council for Bedourie to Windorah ch 213.1 - 388.78 See Quilpie Shire Council for Quilpie to Windorah ch .00-174.96 Caution, drive to road conditions x x Lets have a look. its sandy, stoney and dirt. But the watch-out here is the washouts. don't worry about the distance from town as a bus run back and forth all day about every 30 mins. Day 3: Windorah to Birdsville and Back. The first @130km is bitumen then the fun kicks in Drop down to 20psi tyres pressure and enjoy the dust and rocks for the next 3 hours. The Diamantina Shire Council is open Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm (excluding Public Holidays) DH.sept 2020, If your looking for something different , 50km after Marree heading north is Clayton River Station. The first is the well-known Cordillo Downs Road. Windorah to Birdsville road conditions - The Grey Nomads Forum Click here for the Grey Nomads website -> The Grey Nomads Forum -> Road conditions -> Windorah to Birdsville road conditions Start A New Topic Quick Reply Please log in to post quick replies. We had a vague idea of the type of country around Coongie Lakes, after travelling Walkers Crossing Track to the west of the Lakes a little while back. Located in far North-Western Queensland, a mere stone throw from the Queensland/Northern Territory border, this town may only have a population of around 440 but it packs its weight in things to see and do. Eyre Developmental Road (Bedourie - Birdsville), pave and seal Works have been completed to seal around 35km of the 185km road, improving safety, connectivity and wet weather access. Theyre pretty hard to miss! Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Michael McCormack said the works were jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments. The town is a hub for intrepid travellers heading across the Simpson Desert, the largest area of parallel sand dunes in the world. At the end of the Birdsville Track is the frontier town of Birdsville, one of Outback Australia's most recognised towns. Derek Barry Editor, the North West Star And that was it. Back on the road again. Driving from the South via the Birdsville Track: We are 520km North of Marree; this route is all unsealed and is a track (not a highway, road or even a street). We chose to drive North from Tibooburra through Warri Gate on the NSW/QLD border, follow for a while, turn left onto Orientos Road, left onto Moomba Road and follow until you turn right to Innamincka. An outback event filled with loads of fun for everyone with the final race The Thirsty Camel Cup being Australias longestand the richest camel race inAustralia! . Birdsville Hotel general manager Ben Fullagar said Birdsville remained accessible via road from the north, or via the airport. These people are usually easy-going, and should be able to help. This drive is just under 40km and takes you into country youd never imagine existed out here. You just have to slow down and be curtious to all other road users. You can refuel at Innamincka, Birdsville or Windorah. The Tibooburra to Innamincka road via Orientos Road is an adventure. Bedourie, meaning 'dust storm' has . dpti.sa.gov.au Outback Road Warnings - DPTI - Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure South Australia BaSC x Drive to road conditions Please drive to the road conditions and take care when passing trucks. Be prepared, the detour might be a If you trace your fingers along a map of the Matilda Way and Adventure Way, theyll meet each Youve probably heard of the Channel Country, but chances are, you have no idea where to find it. Qantas Founders Museum in Longreach is an award winning museum and cultural display that tells the story of 10 things I bet you didnt know about Outback Queensland #PART 1, 10 things you didnt know about the Channel Country, Private: 10 reasons to Take Off to Qantas Founders Museum. 'Travel west young man' was an adage used in the past to entice folks into the outback - a world full of adventure and mystery. Aimed at Baby Boomers & mature age travellers, there is a wealth of information, reviews, articles and other resources to educate and assist people. From Quilpie you have the option of taking a short 108km detour along the fully sealed Cooper Developmental road (79A) to Eromanga. *Disclaimer: Road conditions may change rapidly. Unfortunately, we got into one of those situations where wed gone too far to turn around turn around and likely get bogged or keep going and hope we didnt get bogged. The Warrego Way starts at the Sunshine State's capital, Brisbane, and finishes in the iconic and remote Birdsville. That road was then called the Stuart Highway, and was the only north-south track in existence. We received a cracked windscreen from a P plate driver that could not be bothered to slow down, but 99.9% of road users out there were great. Along the way, you can see ancient trees from the dinosaur age, endangered mammals, unwind in the soothing waters from the sub artesian basin, delight in yarns told over country bars, or just relax and enjoy the brilliant sunsets and starry nights. Transport and motoring. Mitchell is where many say the outback begins. QLDTraffic provides state-wide information on road conditions, including incidents and hazards, closures and restrictions, roadworks, special events and rest areas. moment you traverse a barren spot that makes you think it is the end of in Australia that claim to have the original black stump. Can I Join 2 Portable Solar Panels Together To Charge Batteries? However, roads in the Outback improve The channel country at its best. Road conditions from Birdsville to Longreach Road conditions from Birdsville to Longreach Barcoo 34C Scattered Clouds Feels like 90.75 Wind speed 9.3 mph Pressure 1006 hPa Windorah 35C Scattered Clouds Feels like 92.86 Wind speed 10.8 mph Pressure 1006 hPa Jundah 34C Broken Clouds Feels like 91 Wind speed 6.9 mph Pressure 1006 hPa Longreach 31C The next stop on your journey along the Warrego sits right on top of the Great Dividing Range; Toowoomba. https://www.oka4wd.com/forum/members-vehicles-public/569-oka196-xt-motorhome. Environment, Water & Natural Resources, Port Augusta office, Simpson Desert (Munga-Thirri National Park). However, each time weve been stopped due to wet weather. Alabama man killed in dog attack. Learn more. A word of warning. Its not often you get to see the desert like this. Some of the bull dust holes at the top of the sand dune crests are big enough to swallow a small car. Road conditions are generally rough, slow going, and will depend on the time of year if there have been any significant rains. The wide red desert has patches of green and yellow springing up from the recent floods in the region. Both are easy to climb from the west (on the way in) but can be difficult from the east. two smashed windows like that. Derek Barry Editor, the North West Star Accommodation is at the "Windorah Hilton". Be aware, some of these drives can be remote. (Info from a sign at the homestead). Toowoomba puts on a sensational show of colour in springtime. The ruins are protected by federal and state heritage legislation, so please, leave them as you find them. Theres a picnic table and toilet available for your morning cuppa. Although if youre the driver, you wont have much of a chance to sightsee! You can see Waddi trees here From Dalby its a drive of 83 kilometres to Chinchilla. Any personal "report" will be out of date and meaningless within 24 hours. The races have been run and the weather is fine. Some parts are smooth, but theyre few and far between. A call to Diamantina Council is good advice. Its not a slog through deep sand. Everyone, but everyone, stops here as it's the most obvious place to start in Birdsville. Hoping to drive from Darwin to Emerald in August and considering a detour to Birdsville. We are a couple of seniors off to Birdsville for our first time. So as always, give the trucks plenty of room and be prepared to stop until the dust clears. A must for visitors to Miles is the Miles Historical Village where more than 20 buildings are open to the public. See the map below for details on how to travel to Boulia and book your flight here. At Heavy Vehicle Conditions of Operation database https://www.service.transport.qld.gov.au/ExcessMassExternal/PublicConditionReport.jsp Close to the highway is the Jondaryan Woolshed, built in 1859 and recently restored. thought road conditions were even worse than on the Birdsville track. Total Distance: 1578 Kilometres. About the Author | New Pages | Site Index | Contact, The Black Stump in Paringa, South Australia, The Eyre Developmental Road to Bedourie is very lonely, Carcory homestead ruins between Birdsville and Bedourie. Coongie Lakes is another place we havent been able to get into in the past, due to wet weather. The city is blanketed in a kaleidoscope of blooms, with many private gardens open for viewing during the Carnival of Flowers Festival in September. 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