Follow the trail

"Constructed in 1935, 
When Gin Gin was a longer drive.
Not the first the people knew,
The original is still in view.
Walls of timber and corrugated iron roof.
To escape the lock up, first show me some proof.
They use me now another way,
Displaying art throughout the day.

Where am I?

"If you look up you’ll be sure to find,
a colony of bats sleeping inside.
Don’t make a sound or they’ll fly away.
Through this dark tunnel and abandoned railway."

Where am I?

"Building commenced in 1888,
Next forty years to make me great.
A country station frozen in time.
I serviced the Mt Perry Copper Mines.
Today you can visit the old platform,
The historical society here to inform.
New buildings have been moved on site,
On Mulgrave Street, I still delight."

Where am I?

"Used in early 1885,
I have been here for quite a while.
Invicta Sugar Mill opened 10 years later,
The use for me was so much greater.
Farmers crossed with sugar cane,
Boys and girls would come to play.
Bucca locals still like to paddle,
Sunday drives and rides on saddles."

Where am I?

"Seen at night without the light,
When everyone else has said ‘good night’.
Turtles love to visit here,
Where surrounding vegetation makes the night sky clear.
The English translation is ‘my rest’,
Where am I? Give it your best. "

Where am I?

"In a coastal town south of Bundaberg, where river meets the sea.
For boating, fishing and swimming you can come to visit me.
In the town of Woodgate, a clear and sandy creek.
No better place to visit if it’s peace and quiet that you seek."

Where am I?

"A country town where many pass through,
A heritage streetscape with red soil in view. "

Where am I?

"Constructed in 1927 in a prosperous sugar town.
A new building in Childers was sure to make a sound.
A place to entertain on Churchill Street,
With a tropical design to escape the heat.
Look at my awning, it’s still the same.
The letters you see will spell out my name."

Where am I?

"On a prominent corner in the Childers main street.
Transporting sick and injured, 24/7 on repeat.
Connected timber buildings with a station, residence and office space.
A Neighbourhood Centre now occupies this place."

Where am I?

"Built in 1902 as a hotel on Churchill Street.
Many different uses, please come in and take a seat.
I now host exhibitions of art and creative flare.
Pay tribute at the memorial when you have a moment spare."

Where am I?

"Near a water tower in Childers, a masonry building lies.
Constructed in 1926, I have strong historic ties.
A memorial for those who served our country, opened on ANZAC Day.
A current Council building where a former Shire Council once lay."

Where am I?

"Built in 1902, I am tall and made from brick.
A steel tank on top, at the base my wall is thick.
A masterpiece in design, but some say I lean.
I was the first of my kind that Bundaberg had seen."

Where am I?

"Visited by many, a grand site to see.
Of heritage significance and landmark quality.
In the city’s heart, my position is prime.
Just look up to see if you’re running on time."

Where am I?

"Pathways, water, wildlife and trees,
take a walk-through history.
For exercise or for leisure,
this environmental park is a treasure.
Known as Bundaberg’s own ‘Kakadu’,
Close to the CBD is your last clue."

Where am I?

"Nearby the river, I sit on the Quay.
So many colours hiding the old me.
I was a Custom’s House and then was a bank.
Now filled with art, once my canvas was blank.
A Lion and unicorn sit near the top.
For those who like art this is your stop."

Where am I?

"Named after a world-famous musical star,
People would come from near and afar,
To be entertained by a movie or show,
In the heart of the city, is still where they can go."

Where am I?

"In an eye-catching setting, behind a historic park.
In the city’s skyline, this building makes its mark.
Brick and stained-glass windows, a church of distinct design.
Heard across the city, the church bells when they chime."

Where am I?

"No longer where I once did stand, a beautiful place to see.
In a garden near the river, is where you’ll now find me.
Indian Bungalow style, designed for the Queensland heat.
My staircase had a landing to prevent dirty feet.
Built for the owners of a sugar plantation and mill,
The museum inside does tell this history still."

Where am I?

"In a garden over north, full of history
Why this building came about is no mystery.
He was a boy from Bundaberg who had a sky-high dream.
Celebrated across the world for records he did glean.
Shaped like an aircraft wing, this building is quite long.
Built in the memory of Bundaberg’s favourite son."

Where am I?

"When the Mount Perry copper mines opened, connection was by road.
A railway line was constructed, to bear some of the load.
By the time the line was ready, copper mines had declined.
In North Bundy I’m still standing, a memory left behind.
I serve a different purpose now and visitors come to see,
A platform and some buildings that share railway history."

Where am I?

"I’m a recreational space, an enjoyable place to be.
Along the riverbank is where you will find me.
A playground and rotunda and a Zoo within the park.
My name it comes from a British Queen of past."

Where am I?

"Built in 1931 as a part of an unemployment relief scheme.
First named after a Bundaberg aviator, consistent with its theme.
In World War II the RAAF used me as a training facility.
Some air force features remain on site with visibility.
Used today by a different name, connecting people with places.
But first of all you must check in, do you know where this place is?"

Where am I?

"The scene is set in Bundaberg in a garden across the river.
If history is what you’re seeking, this place it will deliver.
A cottage home of bricks and pebble built for a man obsessed with flight.
Taken apart in England and then rebuilt here on site."

Where am I?

"In 1875, a school it was built here.
The school was relocated, leaving me clear.
Then I was repurposed with gardens and trees.
And named after a prominent family.
Seating, a walkway, and a memorial for Bert Hinkler.
A place to sit and relax, just watch out for the sprinkler!"

Where am I?

"Nearby the Multiplex is where you will find me.
Constructed in 1939, a building of one storey.
I used to be an entrance to an annual show.
Ticket boxes and timber door, did you ever go?
Look up to see my name on the building parapet
Good memories of shows gone by, hope to never forget."

Where am I?

"On a corner lot in the city, a historic building does lay
A doctor’s surgery built in 1913 and still I am today.
Designed by POE Hawkes, a Maryborough architect.
Mostly Federation in design, two storeys high I do project."

Where am I?

"412 metres in length, from metal I am made.
The first of my type was timber. I was the upgrade.
Built in 1900, connecting to and from the city.
Driving or by foot, the view it is so pretty.
I’m named after the body of water that runs beneath.
A heritage listed landmark; do you know what I could be?"

Where am I?

"A beautiful coastal township on a winding river mouth.
Coral Cove to the north and Coonarr to the south.
Look out to the ocean, as far as the eye can see.
A recently redeveloped foreshore, which town would I be?"

Where am I?

"Standing tall with an ocean view.
The marina nearby and a river mouth too.
I light the path for those at sea.
While others come to visit me."

Where am I?

"A smiling face of yellow and green.
You can’t miss me, I’m easily seen.
Bring a picnic, play hide and seek.
Visit nearby shops for coffee and treats."

Where am I?

"After a 34-year long career, I’ve had a change in role.
First launched in 1980, transporting was my goal.
After being decommissioned, I was scuttled out at sea.
A diving site off the coast is where you’ll now find me."

Where am I?