Jody Davis, co-owner of The Girls Coffee Bar in Fernvale, spills the coffee beans about making quality coffee and serving it with a smile. Nestled in amongst the shops along the Brisbane Valley Highway in Fernvale, Queensland you’ll find The Girls Coffee Bar. Outside, a couple of gents and their pet dogs are seated in […]
Esk is a beautiful country town known for its friendly atmosphere, backdrop of Glen Rock and abundance of cafes. But, there’s more! Esk is home to the heart and soul of the Somerset Art Society group with their displays on show at the Glen Rock Art Gallery. In 2009 a group of Somerset artists formed […]
Before becoming Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, the Brisbane Valley railway line was built to access timber resources from the Brisbane Valley. It was an extension to the Brisbane and Toowoomba railway line. The first section of the railway line opened in 1884 connecting Wulkuraka (previously known as Brisbane Valley Junction) to Fernvale and Lowood. […]
Are you a keen angler? Looking for a great opportunity to spend a weekend away fishing with family and friends? Register for the Reel Wivenhoe Classic family friendly fishing competition held at Captain Logan Campgrounds at Logan Inlet, Lake Wivenhoe on Saturday, 18 and Sunday, 19 August 2018. With $20,000 in prizes to be won […]
Looking for place to launch your boat or go kayaking on calm waters? Hamon Cove is the ideal location for you. Located along the Brisbane Valley Highway in Somerset only 12 minutes south of Esk, Hamon Cove is great place to spend a relaxed day by the water. FACILITIES Hamon Cove, Lake Wivenhoe features toilets, […]
Green thumbs unite for the Esk Garden and Lifestyle Fair this June. Thousands of people are expected to arrive at Pipeliner Park, Esk on Saturday, 16 June 2018 to enjoy everything garden related. Come along and wander through the garden stalls, enjoy the abundance of food offerings that will at the fair or enjoy a […]
For a fun-filled family day out, head to Watts Bridge Memorial Airfield on the weekend of 26 to 27 May for the Red Thunder Air Show. The air show has something for everybody including vintage military aircraft, modern aircraft shows, skydiving displays, joy flights, military vehicles, hot rod cars, live music, food and beverages. […]
The Somerset community is a resilient one and that camaraderie is integrated into an artistic display in Fernvale’s CBD known as the Fernvale Murals. The murals were created post 2011 floods. Through difficult times, the Fernvale community and Somerset Regional Council banded together to create something incredible. The Fernvale Murals, a touching ode to Fernvale’s […]
Nestled beneath magnificent Glen Rock, Esk is a scenic country town with a range of cafes, shops and historic sites to explore. The township was established in 1872 and originally known as Gallanani, which is thought to be the Aboriginal name for the Eastern swamp hen. In 1886 the second section of the Brisbane Valley […]
We sat down with Ian and Dot Roy, owners of Coolana Olives at Minden in Somerset, Queensland to chat about life, love and olives. Nestled in the peaceful hills of Minden range in Queensland, you’ll find Coolana Olives. Since 1985, Ian and Dot have toiled to pave a way for their unique Australian made gourmet […]
Located next to Kilcoy Visitor Information Centre, Yowie Park provides a tranquil lagoon, scenic parklands to explore and Kilcoy’s Yowie statue. FACILITIES Yowie Park features toilets, barbecue, picnic tables, playground, parking, large open spaces, grassed areas, shady trees and a lagoon abundant with birdlife. KILCOY’S YOWIE AND IT’S SIGNIFICANCE A Yowie is a […]
We catch up with Bill and Lyn Rose, owner operators of the Old Fernvale Bakery in Fernvale, Queensland to talk pastries, pies and the past. Sydney has the Opera House. New York City has the Statue of Liberty. Likewise, Fernvale has the Old Fernvale Bakery, and it wouldn’t be the same without it. Home to […]
Located five minutes drive north of Fernvale, the Spillway Common provides unique views from Spillway Lookout below the dam wall of Lake Wivenhoe and access to Atkinson’s Crossing, a true fishing, kayaking and canoe lovers paradise. FACILITIES Spillway Common, Lake Wivenhoe features a viewing platform, toilets, barbecue, under cover picnic tables, parking, large open spaces, […]
We sat down with Camilla Brown, over a cuppa of course, to find out about the Timbarra T House in Esk, Queensland. I’ve never been to a tea house before so didn’t quite know what to expect. I have however, visited a coffee shop or two in my time and anticipated a similar routine: Open […]
EXPERIENCE ART AND CULTURE IN SOMERSET Nash Gallery and Cafe, located in the main street of Esk in the historic Lars Anderson house, is a combination of everything owners Gavin Nash and Sandee Boyd enjoy most. They thrive off creating hand thrown crystalline pottery and flavoursome food infused with fresh herbs and local produce. As […]
Construction of the dam started in 1935 but had to be suspended in 1942 due to World War II. The dam was finally completed in 1959 and holds a 904,000-megalitre reservoir of water at full capacity. The site for the dam was first recommended by Henry Plantagenet Somerset after the 1893 Brisbane Floods. Henry Somerset […]
Nestled amongst the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, surrounded by the beautiful Somerset country side, you’ll find the Old Church Gallery Moore. Originally built in the early 20th century, the church has been transformed by gallery owners David Mackenzie and Deborah Johnston-Booker, into a beautiful contemporary art space, retaining the buildings character and providing […]
History buffs make sure to experience Somerset’s Churches and Memorials Trail for a fascinating drive through the region. Go back in time and explore the religious and social history of the area. Allow a full day to travel the 160km trail, as we guarantee you will be stopping every chance you get to take in […]
Celebrate Australia Day, the Somerset way! If you are looking for a great day out with the family come along to our Somerset Australia Day Pool Party, join us for a swim and lots of fun activities. Held between 10am to 5pm at the following locations in Somerset: Kilcoy Aquatic Centre – Corner Mary and […]
Come out and explore O’Sheas Crossing, a truly beautiful stretch of the upper Brisbane River at the northern end of Lake Wivenhoe. Located between Lake Wivenhoe and Lake Somerset, O’Sheas Crossing offers a relaxing picnic spot and the ideal place to launch your kayak or canoe to go on a natural river adventure. Bring a […]
As I walk into the Esk Wivenhoe Motor Inn, my eyes sweep across beautifully hand crafted rocking horses, an old peddle car and an array of antique toys that would ignite the inner child in anyone. This is not your regular motel reception area. With a bold backdrop of red, black and white and in […]
Located at the southern end of Lake Wivenhoe, Billie’s Bay and Hays Landing offer the perfect destination to spend a day by the water. Enjoy a relaxing swim in the calm, cool waters of Billie’s Bay. Bring a fishing rod, launch your boat, kayak or canoe from the boat ramp adjacent to the swimming area. […]
Owner operator of the Brisbane Valley Tavern in Fernvale on keeping the pub scene family friendly. It’s 2pm on a Tuesday and the lunch time rush at the Brisbane Valley Tavern in Fernvale is over. Around the tavern a group of office staff are just finishing off their lunch and are preparing to return to […]
Many Christmas events are being held throughout Somerset region this December and you are invited to attend. SOMERSET CHRISTMAS LIGHTS TRAIL Plan an evening with friends and family to experience the Somerset Christmas Lights Trail. Homes throughout Somerset will be lit up from Friday, 1 December 2017 to Monday, 1 January 2018 for viewing. […]
The Somerset Regional Art Gallery – The Condensery is situated in the small town rich in country hospitality, Toogoolawah. A magnificent structure, rebuilt and restored to its original glory, Somerset Regional Art Gallery – The Condensery is certainly hard to miss. This building is known to many as the cultural footprint for Somerset providing visitors […]
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ESK | 07 5424 2923 |
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FERNVALE | 07 5427 0200 |
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KILCOY | 07 5422 0440 |
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TOOGOOLAWAH | 07 5423 1036 |
