Moonie
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Description

Moonie, the oil capital of Queensland is a tiny settlement on the intersection of the Leichhardt and Moonie Highways.

This was Australia's first commercial oil field, established in 1961, it still operates today pumping Crude Oil at a rate of 35 kilolitres (7777 gallons) every 24 hours. Now the area is now also noted for its quality grain, cattle and prime lamb production.

The Moonie Transaction Centre can assist with all your information needs, and offers a wide range of local arts and crafts. The Moonie Crossroads is a must see, with the history of Moonie depicted in the brilliant murals in the bar area. The Sports Club serves as the hub of the district's social activities providing a range of sporting facilities. Legend has it that bushranger Captain Starlight once passed through the area on one of his escapades.

While in Moonie also pay a visit to Southwood National Park, home to the rare silky black cockatoo or drop a line in at the Rocky Water Hole.

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Today's Weather

Currently	Temperature	Sunrise	Sunset
Mostly cloudy	0 °C	6:37am EST	5:13pm EST

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Minimum	4°C	9°C	9°C	7°C	6°C	4°C	4°C
Maximum	19°C	15°C	19°C	18°C	21°C	21°C	22°C

Weather last updated at 4:10pm Tuesday, 21 May 2013.

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