This is a monument to a cockroach called 'Destructo'. In the 1980 in a state of origin battle 'Destructo' the New South Wales cockroach challenges the World Lizard Racing Champion 'Wooden Head' to a race.
'Destructo' won the race but in the excitement of the finish he was squashed by a Queensland Riding Boot. A monument stands on the Paroo Race Track.
'Destructo' - champion racing cockroach accidentally killed at this track 24/08/1980 after winning the challenge stakes against 'Wooden Head' champion racing lizard 1980. It was unveiled in 1981.
CONTACT DETAILS
Phone:
07 4655 8470
Email: cunnamullainfo@paroo.qld.gov.au
Web:
www.paroo.info
ENTRY INFORMATION
Free Entry:
Yes.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Children: Children are welcome.
Disabled: There are facilities for persons with a disability.
How to get There
The monument is located at the Paroo Race Track on the northern side of the Eulo Queen Hotel.
