Gayndah - Places to See

The Gayndah & District Historical Museum
The Gayndah & District Historical Museum is much more than just another rural folk collection of local memorabilia. It boasts an eighteenth century grandfather clock (which was made long before Australia was settled by Europeans), a Leyland truck which dates back to 1913, and the Ban Ban buggy which dates to 1896. As well there is a tractor dating from 1903 and a rich and interesting collection of memorabilia which is well displayed.

In the complex there is also the old Ban Ban Station which was removed from its original location and rebuilt in the town. One of the earliest buildings in the area it is a typical Queensland slab cottage. The museum is open daily from 9.00am - 4.00pm. Details: (07) 4161 2226 or check out: http://www.gayndahmuseum.com.au/

Thomas and Charles Archer Lookout
Visitors wanting to get a good overview of the town should drive or walk to the Thomas and Charles Archer Lookout on the top of the Duke and Duchess Mountain where a 360� view over the surrounding countryside puts Gayndah into a larger and more interesting perspective.

Buildings
In the town's broad and attractive main street is a very unusual building which combines The Council Chambers, The Soldiers Memorial Hall and the Town Hall Theatre (now the local cinema). It was built in 1935.

Beyond The Council Chambers, at the far end of town, is the old school house which has been in continuous use since 1861. It is reputedly the oldest school in Queensland.

Mellors Drapery Store, 28 Capper Street is one of the few buildings in Australia which still uses a 'flying fox' to deal with transactions. The system involves money being sent whizzing along wires to a central cash office. It is well worth a visit.