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Leyburn

Leyburn’s heritage streets roar to life each August as thousands travel to watch cars race in the historic Leyburn Sprints.

Stop in at the Royal Hotel for a coldie, a yarn and some real country cooking at Queensland’s oldest continually licensed establishment. Continue your heritage trail through Liberator Park, Leyburn School, St Mathew’s Catholic Church and the local airstrip.

Local Guides

Granite Belt Drive

Take in fruit orchards, wineries, tourist attractions and more between Dalveen and The Summit on this 12km alternate route to Stanthorpe.

Highland Drive

Festive fun in the country - what's on in December

The more the merrier at this time of year and with a warm country welcome waiting, we invite you to spend a weekend with us under glittering stars with the vast night skies above.

5 more historical stays in Southern Queensland Country

From a converted convent dating back to the late 1800s to a homestead built by one of Chinchilla’s early settlers – learn more about the region you’re exploring by checking in for a night (or two).

Granite Belt and Darling Downs

This is a journey from Toowoomba travelling deep into Steele Rudd country, and beyond.

Gourmet Country Escape

Discover foodie delights, trendy coffee shops and quality restaurants on this gourmet country escape.

10 places to find Lamingtons in Southern Queensland Country

Southern Queensland Country is known for many things; home of Australia’s largest inland city, bearer of four distinct seasons, deliverer of drop-dead gorgeous sunsets, but a lesser-known fact is it’s also the birthplace of an iconic Australian treat – the lamington.