Roma, Rural town administrative center in Maranoa Region, Australia.
Roma is a regional town in the Maranoa Region approximately 420 kilometers west of Brisbane, serving as a center for agriculture and cattle trading. The town features significant livestock markets and forms a transport hub along the Warrego Highway.
The settlement began in 1862 on Mount Abundance pastoral station and was named after Lady Diamantina Roma Bowen, wife of Queensland's governor. This colonial-era foundation became the basis for the region's development as a rural center.
Heroes Avenue displays over 100 bottle trees, each a memorial to a local soldier who died in World War I. This living tribute shapes how the community gathers to remember those who served.
The Romavilla Winery and Roma Saleyards are accessible to visitors and offer insights into local activities. Planning your visit around weekly livestock auctions or winery hours helps you experience what the town is known for.
The Romavilla Winery, founded in 1866, remains Queensland's oldest continuously operating wine producer and offers a window into the region's early winemaking heritage. This longevity reflects the town's enduring connection to viticulture amid its stronger cattle-farming identity.
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