Howard - QLD

This small settlement originally prospered as a major coal mining and timber hub following the discovery of the Howard coalfields in 1876. The town’s central streetscapes feature several well-preserved buildings of distinct historical significance. A premier attraction is Brooklyn House, a beautifully restored colonial Queenslander mansion built in 1890 that offers guided heritage tours and traditional Devonshire teas. Visitors can explore further local history, underground mining rail artefacts, and wartime memorabilia at the Burrum District Museum. Additional community landmarks include the heritage-listed Howard War Memorial, the classic 1899 Grand Hotel pub, and the bustling Howard Country Markets, which draw crowds to Steley Street on the first Saturday morning of every month.Essential amenities are well-catered for along William and Steley Streets, including an IGA supermarket, a pharmacy, a public library, and a dedicated 48-hour short-stay rest area for self-contained RVs together with an off leash dog park, vet, 2 op shops, butcher and pub.