Australia's Dinosaur Trail

14/06/2024

What a day looks like at Visit Hughenden's Flinders Discovery Centre! 🧡

13/06/2024

A new species of pterosaur — a flying reptile that existed in the age of dinosaurs — has been discovered in Richmond along Australia's Dinosaur Trail.

The remains of the newly identified species were first discovered in 2021 at Kronosaurus Korner's public dig site!

Fossilised remains thought to be 100 million years old have been identified as a new species of pterosaur, a powerful flying predator with a wingspan of up to 12 metres.

12/06/2024

Thank you to everyone who voted! ✨✨
3 years in a row, Experience Winton have now taken out Queensland's Top Tiny Tourism Town 🏆

11/06/2024

What can you see at Kronosaurus Korner? Very soon it'll be Jeppy, the 100-million-year-old fish fossil 😬

🔎 Until then it's just 1,150 other unique fossil specimens 🧐 including: remains of marine reptiles, dinosaurs, pterosaurs, birds, fishes, crustaceans, cephalopods, gastropods, bivalves, echinoderms, plants and trace fossils.

10/06/2024

🦕🎉 After a decade-long journey, a fish fossil dating back more than 100 million years has been returned to its home in Experience Outback Queensland, Australia! Palaeontologists discovered the ancient two-metre fish in 2014 in our very own fossil hotspot of Richmond. With heavily armoured scales, it's understood to have once roamed freely through the Eromanga Sea feeding on prey, and now it's back at home at Kronosaurus Korner 🌊🐟

The ancient specimen, which is the length of a ute tray, has travelled more than 1,500 kilometres across Queensland to its home in the outback.

07/06/2024

Anyone feel a famly road trip coming up these next school holidays?

05/06/2024

Did you know Queensland has its very own fossil emblem? It's the mighty Muttaburrasaurus langdoni, a plant-eating giant who roamed our state over 100 million years ago!

The Muttaburrasaurus is a true Aussie icon, and you can head to Visit Hughenden's Flinders Discovery Centre and come face-to-face with this prehistoric legend!

04/06/2024

Do you see what we see? There's been a world record set in Visit Queensland, Australia this week, and Australian Age of Dinosaurs played their part in a game of Keepy Uppy 🎈

31/05/2024

🦕 Have you been to visit us along Australia's Dinosaur Trail? 🦖

29/05/2024

As if dinosaurs aren't reason enough to travel to Outback Queensland, there's also a dino-sized event calendar too!

The program for the 2024 The Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival 🎥🍿 is now available online! 👉 https://visionsplendidfilmfest.com/

Explore the lineup of 40+ films celebrating Australian cinema over 9 days in the heart of the Qld Outback, and then grab your ADT Pass to explore all of our dino delights

🎫 TICKETS ON SALE 🎫
➡️ See you in Winton 21 - 29 June!

28/05/2024

🦖🎟️ Are you planning your ultimate dinosaur adventure?

We're here to help with Australia's Dinosaur Trail Pass, so you can explore FOUR AMAZING ATTRACTIONS along the trail for ONE EPIC PRICE!

From jaw-dropping fossils to interactive exhibits, there's something for every dino enthusiast. Don't miss out on this opportunity to uncover the mysteries of the past – get your ADT Pass now and start your adventure! 🌟🌄

To find out more, or purchase 👉australiasdinosaurtrail.com.au/adt-pass/

25/05/2024

FUN Experience Winton FACTS:
🌅 Home to stunning sunsets and signs for capturing the perfect pic!
🎉 15+ Festivals and Events held every year
🎶 Birthplace of the iconic Waltzing Matilda Song
🏡 Population is approximately 1,130
🗺️ 1,500km from Brisbane
🌵 Winton Shire area covers 53,814 square kilometers
📍 180km Northwest of Longreach

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23/05/2024

🚀 Get ready to test your fossil knowledge with a quick pop quiz!
🌟 Can you guess the nickname of this awesome specimen showcased at Kronosaurus Korner?
🦴 Here's a hint: Gary Flewelling lies proudly beside a colossal 2.5-meter cooyoo fossil unearthed back in 2011 from our very own local fossil hunting sites!
🌍 Think you've got the answer? Share your guess in the comments below! 🤔💡

22/05/2024

Porcupine Gorge is nothing short of breath-taking, located 60km north west of Visit Hughenden. Its impressive canyon reveals strata of sedimentary rocks spanning hundreds of millions of years. The National Park’s pockets of vine forest and deep permanent waterholes contrast strikingly with the surrounding savannah plains.

Now that Autumn weather has arrived, it's the perfect time for exploring the Gorge! With a little planning, you can enjoy a refreshing midday swim in the gorge's flowing waters. The warm autumn sun will ensure a comfortable dip in this incredible outback paradise.

18/05/2024

⛏️ Let the kids dig into the History of the Flinders Shire at the Flinders discovery centre in Visit Hughenden

⛏️ Explore interactive exhibits, uncover local history and even unearth your very own fossils!

15/05/2024

🕵️‍♂️ Check out this Ichthyosaurs rib that the Drake Family from Kalgoorlie WA discovered on a Digging at Dawn tour with Kronosaurus Korner!

📍Richmond Fossil Hunting Site 1

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Drake Family said, “So glad we had someone there who knew what to actually look for, everyone had a great time and a was very unique experience."

13/05/2024

🔍🦴 Bernie and Gibbsy at Australian Age of Dinosaurs, showcasing the fruits of their three-day stint at the Exhibition Development Facility recently! 🌟

These fossils are a row of dorsal vertebrae from a magnificent ichthyosaur discovered by Cassandra Prince in 2022 and generously donated to the Museum last year.

The aim? To fully prepare and mount this stunning specimen for exhibition before the year's end 🗓️

11/05/2024

WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! Experience Winton and Visit Hughenden have both been named finalists for Queensland's Top TINY Tourism town 🏆

We can't choose our favourite (it'd be like having a favourite child), but don't fret, you can support your favourite by casting your vote!

🗳️ Show your love before May 17th and let's bring the title home together!

🎉 Vote here: https://bit.ly/TopTopVoting

09/05/2024

We got a snazzy new website we want to show you!

07/05/2024

It's National Dinosaur Day, Experience Outback Queensland, Australia style! 🌟 We're looking after our fossils and our backyard so you can come enjoy both! 🌵🦖

04/05/2024

Chasing the perfect sunset..... Richmond, Outback Queensland are in the running 😍

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02/05/2024

Planning a road trip to explore the wonders of Australia’s Dinosaur Trail in Experience Outback Queensland, Australia? 🗺️ Follow in the footprints of ancient giants as you journey through the iconic towns of Visit Hughenden, Richmond, and Winton 🏞️🦖

Whether you stick to the trail or venture off the beaten path, every road leads to an unforgettable adventure in this fossil-rich region! 🛣️🌿

With sealed and unsealed roads, the journey itself is part of the experience. 🛤️ Ready to embark on your dino-tastic road trip? Let the adventure begin! 🚙💨

Plan how to get here and get around 👉 australiasdinosaurtrail.com.au/travel

30/04/2024

Have you heard of one of Australia’s last remaining open air cinemas? 🍿

Not your typical drive-in or outdoor park cinema – we're talking the real deal, where you step out from the main building into an enclosed theatre under the night sky, welcomed by a gentle night breeze and a canvas.

The Royal Theatre: Winton Movies Inc. standing since 1918, has weathered fires, transformed into a skating rink, witnessed The Proposition's premiere (2005), and proudly hosted Vision Splendid since 2013, to name a few. There’s no end to the charm that is felt when you attend a screening at this iconic Winton landmark 🎞

Their season runs from April-November, so be sure to visit and catch a film in between your dinosaur fun!

28/04/2024

If you love animals as much as we do in Visit Hughenden, you won't be disappointed by the amazing wildlife you see every single day! There are wild emu’s, kangaroos and camels to be spotted all around town!

22/04/2024

🌿🚀 Every year, the dinosaur trail gets bigger and better, offering new and exciting experiences along the way! 🦖 From thrilling fossil digs to captivating museum exhibits, there's something for every dino enthusiast 🏞️🔍

Get ready to unearth all the best things to do along the trail and make memories that will last a lifetime! 🌟💼

australiasdinosaurtrail.com.au/top-things-to-do-along-australias-dinosaur-trail/

20/04/2024

While dinosaurs may have roamed these lands millions of years ago, Experience Outback Queensland, Australia boasts another ancient wonder: Porcupine Gorge! 🏞️ Carved over 500 million years, this breathtaking gorge showcases the region's rich geological history with flowing creeks, towering cliffs, and lush greenery 🌄

Just a stone's throw away from Visit Hughenden, this must-see attraction is easily accessible via a scenic drive along a bitumen road. 🚗⏳ Don't miss the chance to explore this natural wonder and immerse yourself in its unparalleled beauty! 💫

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18/04/2024

🦖 Our world-famous outback triangle links the towns of Hughenden, Richmond and Winton, home to some of the world’s best-preserved fossils — all scattered across Experience Outback Queensland, Australia for hundreds of millions of years.

Explore this historical hub — 1,350km west of Brisbane or 380km from Townsville — to dust off 98-million-year-old dinosaurs 🦕

Kronosaurus Korner Experience Winton Visit Hughenden

17/04/2024

Oh boy, have we got an adventure of a lifetime to share with you...

🦕 's Digging at Dawn let's you join fellow adventurers in the hunt for 100-million-year-old marine treasures, remnants of an ancient inland sea, and discover the science behind the "real-life monsters" that once roamed the seas during the Early Cretaceous period 🔍

What's Included:
🌟 Learn to find, identify, and excavate your very own fossils
🌟 All necessary tools provided: hand lenses, brushes, superglue, and geological equipment (for adults)
🌟 Expert guidance and insights from knowledgeable guides

A recent group were thrilled to find a nice collection of teeth, an ichthyosaur tooth and a piece of Gar Fish to take home to show their mum 😃

📅 Limited spaces are available. Duration, departure and booking details 👉 https://www.kronosauruskorner.com.au/digs/digging-at-dawn

14/04/2024

Samantha Beeston spent endless hours in outback Queensland scanning hundreds of dinosaur bones that had been dug up over more than 15 years.

13/04/2024

Trust us, once you've seen Sean Scott Photography exploring Visit Hughenden, you won't be able to resist the urge to pack your bags, jump in the car, and go on your own unforgettable Experience Outback Queensland, Australia escapade!