Things to Do in Goondiwindi, Australia

Goondiwindi is a small town about four hours inland from Brisbane on Australia's eastern coast. Despite its small size, there are plenty of things for travelers to do in the area.

Gunsynd is one of the most famous figures in Goondiwindi history. This beautiful gray horse was the best racehorse in Australia and is memorialized in the Gunsynd Museum. Visitors can view medals, trophies, and photos from all the races he won, as well as take photos with a life-size statue of the steed. The museum also contains memorabilia for several other Australian racehorse and rodeo contestants.

This region is wildly popular for growing cotton and wheat, which make up the bulk of the local area's economy. Towards the end of summer, when it is harvest time and all the fields are in bloom, you can see cotton for as far as the eye can see in just about every direction. It's a truly spectacular sight to behold, especially for those who are more accustomed to city life. If the wheat harvest has been prosperous as well, you'll see mounds of the crop throughout the area, all covered under brightly colored tarpaulins.

Goondiwindi actually translates from the local Aboriginal language as "the resting place of the birds." There are over 200 bird species that live in the area, so have your binoculars ready. You'll be able to see anything from small wrens to large eagles and even parrots in the area. The local Visitor Information Centre has bird-watching guides that you can pick up, making it easier to identify what you are seeing.

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