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Stanthorpe
This small town near the border with New South Wales is a popular spot with backpackers who come here for fruit picking work. Stanthorpe is around 1000m above sea level and it has a much cooler climate than elsewhere in Queensland, supporting 35 wineries in the surrounding countryside.
Practical information
Stanthorpe Visitor Information Centre
28 Leslie Parade, Stanthorpe
Tel (07) 4681 2057
Website www.southerndownsholidays.com.au
Open 8.30am-5pm daily
Hostel accommodation
Backpackers of Queensland
80 High Street, Stanthorpe
Tel 0429 810 998
Top of the Town
10 High Street, Stanthorpe
Tel (07) 4681 4888 or 1800 030 123
Sightseeing, museums & tourist attractions
Stanthorpe Heritage Museum
This small museum, comprised of several historic buildings on High Street, has exhibits on local history.
12 High Street, Stanthorpe
Tel (07) 4681 1711
Admission $4.50
Open Wed-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 1pm-4pm, Sun 9am-1pm
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