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Keep the Wolseley Light burning
15th
Wolseley National Rally
May
2007
15th Annual Wolseley Rally - May 2007 in Gympie, Qld.
| May 2007 update: Well, May has arrived and all is going well for our National Rally starting on the 27th May. Registrations are at the Gympie Pines Golf Course from 2:00pm on Sunday the 27th. 16 members from host State Queensland are attending the rally with 62 members in total attending - 7 from New Zealand, 11 Victorians, 26 NSW and 2 South Australians. Kevin - Rally Co-ordinator. August
2006 update: Jume 2006
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Gympie - Queensland
| As the
heritage and cultural centre of the Cooloola Region,
Gympie boasts a tradition that few areas in Queensland
can offer. A city of 16,000 people, Gympie offers the
warm hospitality of a country town with all the modern
conveniences. Known as the "Town that Saved Queensland", Gympie's proud heritage began in 1867 with the discovery of gold by prospector James Nash at the site now occupied by the Town Hall. At the time, Queensland was facing bankruptcy due to drought and the fall in wool prices. However, Nash made the five day journey down the Mary River from Maryborough and, after digging up 75 ounces of gold in six days, staked his claim. The Gympie Gold Rush was on, injecting the boost to the Queensland economy that enabled the colony to survive. Nowadays, you can relive the tradition that has given Gympie its special place in history. At the Gold Mining Museum, displays covering the gold rush days are mingled with exhibits such as the Lighthorse Museum and Andrew Fisher House to provide an outstanding range of cultural as well as historical exhibits. Other attractions such as the Mary Valley Heritage Railway and Woodworks Forestry and Timber Museum provide outstanding links to the region?s railway and timber history. The city's heart is Mary Street, a fantastic blend of shopping, heritage and nearby parkland that combines the activity of a regional centre with the relaxed, carefree experience of a holiday. Take a heritage walk past traditional shopfronts as well as excellent examples of 19th Century architecture. Or stroll to a coffee shop and take in the casual atmosphere that seems to be lost in the modern era. Gympie's location, right on the Bruce Highway under 2 hours drive north of Brisbane, makes it easily accessible for travellers looking for a special slice of Queensland. And it's centrally located to the breathtaking coastline of Rainbow Beach, the dolphins of Tin Can Bay, and the rural hinterland of the Mary Valley. Come and visit us in Gympie and see what makes us one of the most unique holiday destinations in Australia. |
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Gympie Gold Mining and Historical MuseumAn impressive tribute to
the Region's past. Woodworks Forestry and Timber Museum
Mary Valley Heritage RailwayRide the restored 1923
steam train which travels the historic 40km journey from
Gympie to Imbil. Cooloola Shire Public GalleryThe Gallery is housed in
the historic School of Arts building on Nash Street and
continues to display a variety of both local and touring
exhibitions of high quality.
Memorial ParkHome to the James Nash Memorial and Band Rotunda, near to Gympie's historic Mary Street. |
Deep Creek Gold Fossicking AreaVisitors can fossick for
gold using the basic implements of pan, pick and shovel,
with fossicking permits required and available from the
Cooloola Region Information Centres. GolfingEnjoy a game of golf at the
Harrison Park Golf Club, an 18 hole championship course
set amidst the rolling hills and natural setting of
Gympie. Or try the par-3 golf course at Gunabul Homestead
on Gympie?s southside. Heritage WalkRestored buildings from the
Gold Rush Era add character to this quaint country town,
highlighted by the Town Hall, Stock Exchange Building,
and Smithfield Chambers Building. Mothar MountainA 20 minute drive south
east of Gympie, the cool moist forests provide a pleasant
location for activities such as picnicking, swimming and
bush walking. Lake AlfordFeed the ducks at this
wonderful parkland on the southern approach to Gympie or
simply have a relaxing BBQ while the children play in the
playground. MarketsThe Gympie South Country
Markets are held every 2nd & 4th Sunday of the Month
from 6am to 12noon. EventsPlease refer
to our calendar of events on our homepage for all event
information throughout the year. http://www.cooloola.org.au/ Nelson's ReservePicnic
facilities, playground equipment and a skatebowl, all in
the city Centre.
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Copyright © 2006
Cooloola Regional Development Bureau.
Cooloola Regional Development Bureau
Accommodation:
A more extensive list will be published when the location of Rally HQ is set.
The Rattler
2007
Wolseley National Rally E-mail:
Kevin Haynes (mailto:kjhaynes1@bigpond.com)
List of previous Wolseley Car Club National Rallies
| 1980 | WCC Victoria | Wagga-Wagga |
| 1982 | WCC NSW | Tumit |
| 1984 | WCC Victoria | Canberra |
| 1986 | WCC NSW | Merimbulla |
| 1988 | WCC Victoria | Walgett |
| 1990 | WCC NSW | Leeton |
| 1992 | WCC Victoria | Birdwood |
| 1994 | WCC QLD | Maroochidore |
| 1995 | Combined WCC's | Forbes - Wolseley Centenial |
| 1997 | WCC NSW | Nowra |
| 1999 | WCC Victoria | Bright |
| 2001 | WCC QLD | Toowoomba |
| 2003 | WCC NSW | Muswellbrook - rally page |
| 2005 | Lakes Entrance Vic. |
Photos of some Wolseley National Rally events including the 1994 Maroochidore Qld. Rally, 1995 Wolseley Centenial Rally at Forbes NSW, 1998 New Zealand National, 1999 Bright Victoria Rally.
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