Quartz Hill Coach Change Station, Heritage-listed coach station in Mount Surprise, Australia
The site includes rectangular stone foundations of former buildings, scattered artifacts, and a cemetery along the western bank of Elizabeth Creek.
The station operated between 1888 and 1908, serving as a vital stop for coaches traveling from Herberton to Georgetown during North Queensland's mining period.
The cemetery contains marked graves of regional pioneers, including John Dutton, reflecting the social development of transportation networks in Queensland.
Located at coordinates 18°5'52"S and 144°14'0"E, the station remains accessible for visitors interested in Queensland's transportation heritage.
The first postal receiving office opened at Quartz Hill on December 13, 1888, marking its role in early Australian communication systems.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -18.09380,144.23060
Latest update: March 11, 2025 09:33
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