Located 145km north west of Winton, along the Landsborough Highway, Combo Waterhole is
believed by some to be the setting for 'Waltzing Matilda'. Banjo Paterson visited the
site in 1895 whilst on a visit to Dagworth Station and later wrote the words to the song
that has captured the spirit of Australia. The waterhole's
unique flagstone overshoots were constructed by Chinese labourers to assist the transit of
Cobb & Co coaches which served the district at that time.
The turnoff to the Combo Waterhole is well marked on the
highway. The area is protected as a conservation park, so be sure to obey
directional signs and leave the area as you found it. Combo Waterhole is an ideal
shaded area for a picnic.
Eighteen kilometres further north west along the highway, from
the waterhole, you should call into the small town of Kynuma and enjoy a cold drink at the
roadhouse or the famous Blue Heeler Hotel. |