Acland No. 2 Colliery

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Acland No. 2 Colliery, Heritage-listed coal mine complex in Acland, Queensland, Australia.

The Acland No. 2 Colliery is a coal mine complex with original buildings and structures located along Francis Street. The site contains workshops, loading equipment, sorting systems, and processing facilities that show how coal moved from extraction to shipment.

The mine started operations in 1929 and supplied coal to Queensland railways and local institutions over its decades of work. Production ended in 1984, closing a significant chapter in the region's industrial history.

The site reflects how mining shaped the region and the workers who depended on it for their livelihoods. Visitors can see where people labored and how this work defined daily life in the local community.

The site operates as an outdoor heritage museum where visitors can walk through and view preserved equipment. Wear comfortable shoes as the ground is uneven and some areas may have limited accessibility.

The machines on display reveal how technology evolved: visitors can see the shift from hand-operated equipment to electric systems that occurred in the 1950s. This change shows how quickly the industry transformed.

Location: Queensland

GPS coordinates: -27.30010,151.69000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:05

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