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Marian
Queensland 4753 Australia
Melba House
Marian,
Mackay Area
Free Entry
Description
Her soft brown eyes captured the hearts of men, her voice cast a magic spell on audiences in London, Paris and many other cities in Europe as well as the United States of America, the legendary diva Dame Nellie Melba.
Few know that the acclaimed opera singer spent the first year of her married life in a small house right here in the heart of the Pioneer Valley, in Marian.
... moreAnd the house where the diva with the golden voice lived, is now open to the public for free. It shows a beautiful array of her photos , books and furniture of her time. All this has been lovingly reconstructed by members and supporters of the Pioneer Valley Tourism and Development Association.
The 120 year old house was rescued from demolition by the Mirani Shire Council who restored the run down house and transported it from Marian Mill to a more prominent riverbank setting along the main Eungella Road in Edward Lloyd Park two kilometres from the heart of Marian.
The house is open seven days a week, 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. It also boasts a small arts and craft shop and is the home of the Pioneer Valley Visitor Information Centre which is manned by volunteers. The Tea House is open on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday 9.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m.
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Visitor Information Centre
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Other Information
Disabled:
Wheelchair access is available and assistance can be provided with access. Disabled parking and toilets available.
How To Get There
Self drive from Mackay, travel west along the Peak Downs Highway for seven kilometres. Turn right onto Eungella Road. Travel past Pleystowe Sugar Mill. One kilometre after entering Mirani Shire turn right into Edward Lloyd Park where Melba House is situated.
Free Entry
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