Australia's steepest golf course is believed to be the Barnbougle Dunes Golf Course, located in the northeastern region of Tasmania, Australia. The course is situated on the Barnbougle Dunes, a series of sand dunes located along the coast near the town of Bridport.

The course is known for its challenging layout and stunning views of the surrounding coastline. It features undulating fairways, deep bunkers, and a number of holes that are perched atop steep sand dunes. The course has received numerous accolades, including being ranked as one of the top 100 golf courses in the world by Golf Digest.

In addition to golf, the Barnbougle Dunes Golf Course is also a popular destination for other outdoor activities, including bushwalking, beachcombing, and birdwatching. The surrounding region is home to a number of national parks and wildlife reserves, including the Bay of Fires Conservation Area and the Ben Lomond National Park.

Barnbougle Dunes Golf Course

Strahan & West Coast - Barnbougle Dunes Golf Course

Play at Barnbougle Dunes Golf Course in Tasmania, renowned for its stunning coastal views, challenging layout, and world-class design. A must-visit for golf enthusiasts.

Barnbougle Dunes Golf Course, Strahan & West Coast

Carter & Peace built the art deco theatre at the request of the Paragon Picture Co Pty Ltd entirely out of reinforced concrete. It was billed as the 'city theatre in the country' and likened to Burnie's Municipal Theatre in terms of aesthetics costing more than £A5,000. Two-thirds of Queenstown's population could fit in the auditorium's 1,150 original seats (750 in the stalls and 400 in the dress circle) at that time. She Done Him Wrong and Tiger Shark screened at the Paragon Theatre's debut as a 'talkie theatre' on October 28, 1933. In the years following its debut, it was also promoted as the Paragon Talkies.

The Paragon, which showed Hollywood movies and regional newsreels in the 1890s, competed directly with the nearby Metropole and Capitol Theatres. The Paragon was the first movie theatre in Tasmania to use Western Electric's 'Wide Range' sound system when it debuted in 1935. The Paragon was filled until the late 1970s when home video cassette recordings and video rental shops gained popularity. Because fewer people were attending plays, the theatre was converted into an indoor cricket stadium in 1985. A new concrete floor was placed directly over the original wooden planks during this conversion. The original 35mm projectors were taken out and are now on exhibit in Queenstown's Galley Museum.

In 2017, Joy Chappell and Anthony Coulson acquired the theatre. As the old floorboards beneath started to decay in 2018, there began to be noticeable fissures in the concrete floor. A $75,000 government grant and money from a nearby charity were used to pay for drilling 136 holes into the floor to support the building.

Paragon Theater

Strahan & West Coast -paragon Theater

Discover the Paragon Theater in Tasmania—a historic venue showcasing classic films and live performances, offering a nostalgic experience in a beautifully preserved cinema.

On the Australian island of Tasmania's West Coast is the town of Queenstown, which is in a valley on the western slopes of Mount Owen in the West Coast Range. One thousand eight hundred eight people were living in Queenstown as of the 2021 census. The mining sector has a long history of influence in Queenstown. In 1862, this mountainous region was first investigated. Alluvial gold was not found at Mount Lyell until much later, which led to the founding of the Mount Lyell Gold Mining Company in 1881. The mine started looking for copper in 1892. The Mount Lyell Mining and Railway Company was the Mount Lyell Company's last name.

James Robertson was chosen as the first postmaster when a post office was established at Penghana, near the Queen River fork and bridge, early in 1895. Penghana is located about a kilometre north of modern-day Queenstown on the road to Strahan, and Robertson and Hunter's store was the only other significant structure in the area. On November 21, 1896, the Penghana Post Office closed, and the Queenstown Post Office opened. Miss Mylan served as the first postmaster. The current Queenstown Post Office, on the heritage list, was built in 1902. A large mansion nearby that belonged to Mount Lyell mining manager R. M. Murray from roughly 1925 to 1944 was given the name 'Penghana', which is still used today as Penghana Road.

In the early 1900s, Queenstown served as the Mount Lyell mining district's hub and was home to numerous sawmills, brick factories, and smelting operations. The area was densely forested then, and 5051 people lived in the district in 1900. Until the 1990s, when the Queenstown council merged with other west coast councils, the town served as the council's administrative centre. Since the fall of the Mount Lyell enterprise, the town's once-prominent hotels, theatres, churches, and schools have all but vanished.

Queenstown

Strahan & West Coast - Queenstown

Discover Queenstown, Tasmania, known for its rich mining history, striking landscapes, and vibrant arts scene. A unique destination with scenic views and historical charm.

Silver City was the previous name for Zeehan. This formerly prosperous mining community is at the foot of an untamed valley lined with hills and rainforests. After the discovery of tin, silver, and lead, the town's construction was funded in the 1800s. It evolved into a sophisticated wild west town for Tasmania's west coast, where it entertained and housed hardy Victorian miners. This boom-and-bust past has left its opulence and wounds on this west coast community. It still has plenty of authoritarian personalities, and its main street is a mini-museum in and of itself.

Go to the beautifully renovated Gaiety Theater, which fascinates residents and visitors alike. This theatre once entertained the hardy pioneers of the early 1800s. The largest city in Tasmania lies clearly across the island from Zeehan. It takes about 300 kilometres and 4 hours from Hobart to get there and only 2.5 hours and 182 kilometres to get to Devonport. The distance of 230 kilometres, or more than three hours driving, to Launceston.

The local economy would flourish in this community surrounded by rainforest, and the town's economy would collapse when it happened, leaving it in ruins. Through the years, this cycle was repeated, leaving Zeehan a scarred and harsh town with occasional flashes of wealth. Zeehan is a living museum, to put it simply. Explore the indigenous, pioneering, and mining exhibits at the West Coast Heritage centre and Pioneers Museum to learn more about Zeehan's past. One of the world's largest mineral collections is housed in the museum.

Silver City

Strahan & West Coast - Silver City

Discover Zeehan in Tasmania, the 'Silver City'—famous for its rich mining history, heritage buildings, and captivating museums. A charming town with a fascinating past and scenic views.

The Mount Lyell Mining and Railway Company in Western Tasmania between Queenstown and Regatta Point, Strahan, was rebuilt as the West Coast Wilderness Railway. The railway is essential because it used an Abt rack system to traverse the rugged jungle terrain, and the original locomotives are still in use today. The original railway started running in 1897 as the only connection between Queenstown and the port of Strahan. It is now in operation as a tourist attraction focusing on presenting the history of Tasmania's West Coast.

The West Coast Wilderness Railway cuts through dense rainforest to transport you to remote and otherwise inaccessible areas. The railroad, which has significant historical value for the region, travels 35 kilometres between Queenstown and Strahan. Three of the five original locomotives used on this great railroad, completed in 1897, are still in use today. The fifth locomotive is displayed in a Hobart museum, while the fourth was demolished.

The journey passes historical landmarks, steep inclines, and gorges and offers breathtaking wilderness views. The train also pauses so you can visit each of these places. You can choose railway cars and board the train in Strahan or Queenstown for a full- or half-day itinerary. While the Wilderness Carriage is all-inclusive, with catering and a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, the Heritage Carriage provides drinks and snacks for sale at several points during the ride.

West Coast Wilderness Railway

Strahan & West Coast - West Coast Wilderness Railway

Ride the West Coast Wilderness Railway in Tasmania for a scenic journey through rainforests, historic landscapes, and breathtaking wilderness. A unique adventure.

West Coast Wilderness Railway, Strahan & West Coast

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