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>Welcome to the Granite Belt Life ...Simpler but Richer |
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Experience the Granite Belt’s diverse country haven, tranquil national parks, rugged country tracks, wineries, gourmet foods, lavender farms, skincare factory and more… all in Granite Belt Time.
The Granite Belt offers a fresh easy-living environment to while away the days. The air is clear, the sky is blue, the temperature is cool and it’s a beautiful place to live.
Focused around a central business district, Stanthorpe Shire spreads more than 37km and is bordered by the picturesque Girraween & Sundown National Parks.
The temperate climate of the area is influenced by Stanthorpe being located 1,015 metres above sea level, so visitors enjoy cool weather every season of the year!
Discover and explore the Granite Belt as this ULTIMATE GUIDE takes you everywhere you want to go... and beyond! We know you’ll just love the Granite Belt. We hope you enjoy your stay!
Remember walking through the grass, looking up at the skies, the landscape, the peace and quiet, the lack of pressure.
Remember when you had time to build memories, when you laughed, shared and relaxed…
Remember a life simpler but richer. Welcome to the Granite Belt.
Granite Belt Wine & Tourism Inc. (GBWT) is the peak local body representing leading tourism operators in the region. Its vision is that the Granite Belt will be nationally recognised as Queensland’s premier wine tourism destination, with a unique identity and a vibrant, sustainable wine tourism business sector. Through advocacy, promotion, service, development and its code of conduct, this progressive group helps members provide memorable experiences to our visitors. The GBWT operates the Stanthorpe Visitor Information Centre which is open Daily 9am-5pm (closed Christmas Day & Good Friday).
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> The Granite Belt Ultimate Guide Site... |
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Edition 6 of The Granite Belt Ultimate Guide is coming soon! Don't forget to look out for it!
thegranitebelt.com.au has been born out of it's companion publication The Granite Belt Ultimate Guide - now in it's fifth year and brimming with titbits and gems of local information. The Granite Belt Ultimate Guide is a printed publication featuring local tourism experiences and the enjoyment of touring the Granite Belt throughout the year. thegranitebelt.com.au and The Granite Belt Ultimate Guide is an initiative of design and publishing house ICP Craftpress. If you would like to be a part of this growing venture as an advertiser or otherwise - please contact us.
This website details only those businesses that have supported its production with advertising in The Granite Belt Ultimate Guide. More comprehensive information may be obtained from tourist and visitor information centres. |
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> Stanthorpe Tourist Information Centre |
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 To order your free Granite Belt Ultimate Guide call the Stanthorpe Tourist Information Centre on (07) 4681 2057 |
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> Want a web page without hosting fees? |
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thegranitebelt.com.au is offering you the chance to have a "call page" web page on this site. Click Here and find out more about what we can do for you. |
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> Local Highlights |
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This is the country - the country lifestyle is everything…
Slower pace…
Gourmet food to die for…
Beautiful wines…(even some quirky ones)
The Stanthorpe Agricultural Show every January
The Stanthorpe Rodeo in March
The cost of everything (such great value!)
Cool Summer nights.
Stunning sunsets…
You'll want to come back tomorrow. |
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> Stanthorpe on the Granite Belt Welcomes the World |
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Stanthorpe on the Granite Belt Welcome to You if you are visiting Australia and are seeking the Granite Belt as a holiday or working destination. A section specific to your needs will be added to this site shortly to ensure your visit is an enjoyable one. |
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> Cool Summers, Cosy Winters |
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Come and chill out in Stanthorpe on The Granite Belt where you can enjoy cool temperatures all year round. |
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> Stanthorpe Shire Council |
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Stanthorpe Shire Council
Hours of Business: Mon - Fri 8.30am to 5pm
Stanthorpe Shire Council's Mission:
To provide and promote services, facilities and development that, in partnership, support and encourage our Community's growth and unique lifestyle.
61 Marsh St, Stanthorpe Q 4380
Ph: (07) 4681 5528 Fax: (07) 4681 5581
edu@stanthorpe.qld.gov.au
www.stanthorpe.qld.gov.au |
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> Granite Belt Facts |
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How to get here
Several bus lines and tour guides travel directly from the Gold Coast and Brisbane: Crisps, Fillippo's, Granite Belt Winery Tours, Thrify, Choice Tours and Maxi Tours. Small plane flights occur privately - you will need to contact your local aerodrome to organise these - we have our own aerodrome just near Applethorpe.
Best time to go
Any time, but March to September are the cooler months. The secret around here is that when the Christmas swelter hits everywhere else in Queensland, the Granite Belt locals stay put and enjoy reinvigorating cool summer nights. A great place to bring the family for the school holidays.
What do I bring?
Always bring a jacket - it gets cool here - even through summer the nights can be icy! Bring a willingness to pull up and soak in the country atmosphere i.e. slower pace, country banter and friendlier "natives". An empty stomach is a MUST as most of the local restaurants don't believe in "gourmet" servings - the food usually is served as big, hearty or huge. (Ask any backpacker - if you pick fruit on the Granite Belt - your appetite will just grow.) A cork screw is ideal for those nights you want to stay in and try your latest purchase after touring the wineries - and a fishing rod isn't a bad idea either. |
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> Just bring Yourself |
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Turn the mobile off, drive to the end of an old familiar road, switch off the radio, wind down the windows, breathe in the fresh air and listen… to the birds, the breeze and the peaceful stillness…
You’ve made it. You’ve escaped.
Take a deep breath and relax… no work, no demands… just the wide open country and you.
Now, do whatever you want to do - watch the dramatic pink sunset, wrap up in the cosiest blanket, walk through a glorious garden, meet us down in the vineyard, read a good, long book
and remember what life is all about… You, the air that you breathe and good times.
Welcome to Stanthorpe. |
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> The Granite Belt Icon Trail |
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Check out the Icon Trail leading through the Granite Belt. |
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> Where are we? |
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Stanthorpe isn't that far from anywhere but just far enough to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, and slow down to Granite Belt time.
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