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Sapphire is located in the Central Highlands district of Queensland and is situated approximately 270 kilometres west of Rockhampton. Home to the largest commercial sapphire producing fields in the southern hemisphere, Sapphire has been mined since the late 1800s, when a railway surveyor found red zircons at Retreat Creek and thought they were rubies. There is a sense of fun and adventure in Sapphire, where you can fossick for sapphires and absorb the history of this fascinating area and it is still possible for anyone to find a gem worth tens of thousands of dollars, so come along and try your luck.Those visiting Sapphire can find short-term parking for up to 48 hours at Sapphire Campground, located in Flagon Alley.  A dump point and potable water are also accessible at this location. There is so much to do when visiting Sapphire, and a particularly great time to visit is in August, when the annual 'Gemfest - Festival of Gems' is held. This Festival is Australia's largest sapphire exhibition and showcases the sapphires and the Gemfields area, which comprises of the towns of Anakie, Sapphire, Rubyvale and the Willows. There is a sense of fun and adventure in Sapphire, where you can fossick for sapphires and absorb the history of this fascinating area. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Sapphire Trading Post, 2 Centenary Drv, SapphirePh: 07 4985 4179www.centralhighlandstourism.org.au Casual Parking       Rubyvale Rd & adjacent side streetsShort Term Parking           Sapphire Campground, Flagon Alley, (48hr)Dump Point  Sapphire Campground, Flagon AlleyPotable Water          Sapphire Campground, Flagon AlleyHospital        Rubyvale Rd, Ph: 07 4985 4547Doctors Surgery     Gemfields Outpatient Clinic, 984 Rubyvale Rd, Ph: 07 4985 4547; Ambulance Station, 1010 Rubyvale RdPharmacy     Pharmaceutical products can be arranged for the next day at the hospitalSupermarket            Sapphire Trading Post, 2 Centenary Drv, Ph: 07 4985 4179

Mungindi is uniquely situated on both sides of the NSW and Queensland border and the connecting point of four Shires. Divided by the Barwon river, it is the only border town in the southern hemisphere with the same name in two states.RV travellers will find short-term parking at the Barwon River Camp area on the Carnarvon Highway. Parking is available for up to 72 hours at no charge and includes access to potable water, toilets cold showers and a barbecue. Pets are permitted on leads. The town’s dump point is located at the corner of Wirrah and Loftus Streets in the memorial grounds beside toilet block.Mungindi is on the Artesian basin, offering locals and visitors the opportunity to soak in the artesian pool. Allow the soothing, mineral water to rejuvenate your body in tranquil surroundings before heading out for a meal at one of the town's clubs or hotels. The landscape between Moree and Mungindi is starkly beautiful, so your travels around the region will not disappoint. You may encounter all manner of Australian native wildlife so keep your camera handy.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre    Balonne Shire Visitor Information Centre114 The Terrace, St GeorgePh: 07 4620 8877Email: council@balonne.qld.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)    Walker St near the Post Office, MungindiShort Term Parking    Barwon River Camp Area, Carnarvon Hwy Mungindi72hrs, nil charge, water, toilets, cold showers, BBQ, bins, covered seating, pets on leadDump Point    Currently unavailable. Dump point being relocated to cnr Bucknell & Barwon St.  Council will advise when completed. Other dump points in shire are:Moree – Webb Oval, Boggabilla Road, MoreeBoomi – Caravan Park, Werrina Street, BoomiPotable Water    Barwon River Camp Area, Carnarvon Hwy MungindiHospital    90 Barwon St, Mungindi  Ph: 02 6705 6100Doctors Surgery    86-90 Barwon St, Mungindi Ph: 02 6705 6158Dentist    90 Barwon St, 02 6705 6100Pharmacy    174 St George St, Mungindi Ph: 02 6753 2770Supermarket    200 St George St, Mungindi Ph: 02 6753 2083