Dysart

Dysart is a welcoming community offering modern facilities, including an Olympic-sized swimming pool and a nine-hole golf course. Established in 1973, the town supports the coal mines of Saraji and Norwich Park, along with the surrounding cattle and grain properties. Visitors are greeted by a striking display of a belly dump truck and coal wagon at the town's entrance, located in a specially designed park on the northern end. These monuments commemorate Dysart’s connection to the coal and rail industries and were installed to celebrate the town's 25th anniversary in 1998. A highlight of Dysart’s history is the restored Mt Orange Copper Smelter chimney, a 54-foot-high stack with an attached firebox. Originally constructed in 1879 to process ore from Keeley’s selection, the smelter operated until its closure in 1910. Today, a plaque details its historical significance, serving as a tribute to the area’s early mining era. Dysart is an excellent stopover for inland road trips, offering a range of accommodation options. The town boasts numerous amenities, including sporting facilities, parks, a shaded skate park, a recreation centre, a public swimming pool, grocery stores, petrol stations, restaurants, and cafes. The surrounding rural roads are a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, with frequent sightings of camels, kangaroos, and emus. Dysart’s eucalyptus trees provide a habitat for many koalas, while an array of vibrant birdlife adds to the town’s charm. Just a short drive away, Lords Table Mountain in Peak Range National Park offers an ideal spot for an outback picnic or to enjoy a breath taking sunset.