Innisfail
Queensland · Australia
Enjoy a short drive through this interesting country town, with many buildings of the Art Deco Era
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Innisfail
Welcome to Innisfail, a 'lovely little town' situated 60 kilometers south of Cairns at the junction of the North and South Johnstone Rivers. This is a place of 'rich history' and remarkable resilience, often referred to as the…
Listen in the app2The Art Deco CBD — A Skyline of Reconstruction
The CBD of Innisfail is a 'fascinating' architectural gallery, born from the destruction of the 1918 cyclone. When the town was rebuilt in the 1920s and 30s, the Art Deco style was the aesthetic of choice, characterized by its…
Listen in the app3Johnstone Shire Town Hall — Plaster and Horsehair
The Johnstone Shire Town Hall is the 'very interesting' architectural and civic heart of Innisfail. Built around the 1920s and 30s, it is a prime example of the Art Deco style that defines the town. …
Listen in the app4Lit Sing Gung Temple — Chinese Heritage
The Lit Sing Gung Temple, located 'right in the middle' of Innisfail, is a vital link to the town's early Chinese history. In the early days, the Chinese community had a 'huge presence in Northern Queensland,' supplying almost…
Listen in the app5Warina Lakes and Mini Rail — From Swamp to Sanctuary
A few minutes drive from the CBD brings us to 'Warina Lakes,' also known as the 'Warina Conservation Park.' This 'man-made' park has a fascinating 'rich history,' having once served as the 'town swamp,' a 'cattle yard,' and even…
Listen in the app6Edith Street Commerce — Local Flavors and Crafts
Edith Street is the 'upbeat' and 'trendy' heart of Innisfail's commerce. Here, you can experience the 'vibrant culture' of the town through its local businesses. …
Listen in the app7Innisfail Waterfront — River Junction Reflections
We conclude our exploration of Innisfail at the 'waterfront,' where the town meets the 'Johnstone River' on its 'magnificent' bend. This is the spot where 'sub-botanic Johnson' first sailed up the river in 1872 on a mission to…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our journey through Innisfail, we are left with a profound sense of a town that is both 'lovely' and 'resilient.' We have walked the 'Art Deco' streets, examined the 'horsehair' ceilings of the town hall, and stood…
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What is Innisfail?
Innisfail is a place in Queensland · Australia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Queensland · Australia |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -17.5303, 146.0308 |
| Last updated |