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Adavale

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Once a thriving town and business centre, Adavale's population has dwindled to around 15 today. Changing the planned railway line from Adavale to what is now Quilpie, was the beginning of the end for this pioneering town's prosperity. Graves dating from the early 1800s are a testament to the harsh Outback lifestyle and daily struggle of the early settlers.

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The locals have done a marvellous job celebrating their history, culture and dry Outback humour. A mini museum in the old butcher house displays local relics from over a century ago. Annual events include the Fishing Carnival and the Bull Ride and Gymkhana.

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How To Get There:
Travel is on a dirt road from Quilpie and from Blackall. Please check conditions before departing, especially after rain.

Today's Weather

Currently	Temperature	Sunrise	Sunset	Rainfall
Rain clearing	16 °C	6:50am EST	5:33pm EST	2 mm since 9am

7 Day Forecast

	Wed, 22 May	Thu, 23 May	Fri, 24 May	Sat, 25 May	Sun, 26 May	Mon, 27 May	Tue, 28 May
Forecast	Rain clearing	Drizzle clearing	Showers	Sunny	Sunny	Mostly sunny	Mostly sunny
Minimum	10°C	10°C	7°C	7°C	5°C	4°C	6°C
Maximum	18°C	19°C	18°C	20°C	20°C	22°C	23°C