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MOURA HEART OF THE DAWSON VALLEY

Coal, Cattle, Cotton and Crops

in a big wide country

Moura is located in Banana Shire on the Dawson Highway,

180km south-west of Rockhampton or 586 km north-west of Brisbane.

This diverse township is located in the Dawson Valley.

It is well known for its Coal, Cattle, Cotton & Crops.

Annual Events


Coal and Country Festival

First held in 1971, the week long Coal and Country Festival is held annually at the end of August.

Beginning with a Festival Ball, it culminates on Festival Day, the fourth Saturday in August, with a Street Procession, Coal Shoveling and Roof Bolting Championships, Rodeo and numerous other events, which highlight the town and district’s diverse attractions.