St George Local Attractions
Many visitors to St George comment of the beauty of the town with its magnificent water views over the Balonne river. The town has natural beauty with many nature trees lining the streets. The most attention is attracted by the bauhinias lining Victoria Street as these produce beautiful purple and white flowers in early spring followed by the jacaranda trees that provide an impressive display in November.
 | The Unique Egg |
The Unique Egg is a collection of hand carved illuminated emu eggs situated at the Balonne Sports store. Steve Margaritus was originally from Greece, but it wasn't long after his arrival in Australia that he took to the art of emu egg carving. Apart from carving eggs, Steve is believed to be the first in the world to illuminate them, which shows off the wonderful variety of colours. The colours of the eggs range from a dark green outer layer, which becomes lighter as layers are removed. More than 150 eggs are now on display at the Unique Egg Gallery.
108 Victoria Street
St George Qld 4487
Phone: 07 4625 3490
Fax: 07 4625 4690
 | Riversands Vineyards |
Riversands Vineyards are located on the banks of the Balonne River at St George and is Queensland's most western winery. The friendly staff guide you through the nine different wines, liqueurs and ports available with a free wine tasting. Whatever your style, Riversands is sure to please, with whites ranging from crisp and dry to semi-sweet with fruity flavours; and dry reds through to a great BBQ favourite. For a vineyard experience with a difference plus country hospitality, visit Riversands Vineyards, there's a bush story in every glass.
PO Box 606
Whytes Road
St George Qld 4487
Phone: 07 4625 3643
Fax: 07 4625 5043
Email: sales@riversandswines.com
Website: www.riversandswines.com
 | St George Heritage Centre |
The Heritage Centre is a project of the local community and the buildings were relocated from within the town. Many extensions have been added over the last few years including the blacksmith shop. The overall collection reflects the life and times of our forefathers including local aboriginal artefacts. Other interesting items to see at the centre include the working historical printing press, original local gaol house and police station. Family history buffs are able to access the extensive resources at the Heritage Centre to help trace their ancestors in the surrounding areas.
PO Box 401
Victoria Street
St George Qld 4487
Phone: 07 4625 5168
Fax: 07 4625 3504
 | Sandytown River Cruises |
Sandytown River Cruises offer boat cruises along the Balonne River which include 1-3 hour river cruises, a full moon evening cruise, a bird watching 'nature' tours, fishing charters, a ferry service, and is also available for party hire. The departure point is opposite the Visitor Information Centre.
Brett Schweikert
PO Box 121
St George Qld 4487
Phone: 0400 219 379
Email: bads66@bigpond.com
Website: www.stgeorgerivercruises.com
 | St George Pilots Memorial |
The Memorial is on recognition of two pilots from St George who flew in WW2. Squadron Leader John Jackson flew at Moresby and was killed there in 1942. He is the only known Australian Pilot to have a foreign international airport named after him. Warrant Officer Leonard Waters is also recognized as the only known Aboriginal Fighter pilot to serve in WW2.
The Terrace
Opposite the Visitor Information Centre
 | Beardmore Dam |
Beardmore Dam is of earthfill construction with a central concrete spillway fitted with 12 vertical lift gates and holds a huge 81,800 megalitres of water. Beardmore Dam was completed in 1972 and at full supply level covers an area approximately 3,350 hectares. The well-kept parklands provide public amenities, a boat ramp, picnic and BBQ areas which make Beardmore Dam a great scenic, fishing and picnic spot for visitors.
22km North of St George
 | Jack Taylor Weir/Andrew Nixon Bridge |
The weir is a mass concrete construction. It is 5.8 metres high and is fitted with 13 vertical lift gates each 8.2 metres wide by 2.1 mitres high. The weir's storage capacity is 10,100 megalitres. The Andrew Nixon Bridge was completed in 1953.
 | History of Cotton Mural |
The Cotton Mural was sponsored by the St George Cotton Growers Association, it depicts the history of the local cotton industry. It features the Jack Taylor weir as the vital component in the beginnings of the St George cotton industry.
Ambulance Station
Cnr Balonne & Victoria Street
St George Qld 4487
 | History of Transport Mural |
The mural was painted by Peter Caporn and measures 13.2 metres long and 2.7 metres high. Scenes on the mural are titled "Racing the Storms". "Crossing the Balonne" and "To the Sales". The first scene is of the Yuleba to St George Cobb & Co. Coach racing a fierce storm. A bullock tem crossing the Balonne appears in the second scene and the third is of a family heading into town for the sales.
BP Service Station
Cnr Victoria & Scott Street
St George Qld 4487
 | Cacti Garden |
The Cacti garden displays cactus & succulents from North, South, Central America and many other countries.
Entry by appointment
Roy & Jan Aldridge
Cnr Scott & Alfred Street
St George Qld 4487
Phone: 07 4625 4190
 | Miniature Car Collection |
Collection of Mini Cars specialising in die cast cars.
Entry by appointment
Scott Street
St George Qld 4487
Phone: 07 4625 3636
