Historic Longreach homestead stands the test of time

Sally Gall
Updated January 16 2017 - 4:09pm, first published January 14 2017 - 8:00am
An early photograph of the Darr River Downs homestead. Gauzed verandahs have since been added for comfort.
An early photograph of the Darr River Downs homestead. Gauzed verandahs have since been added for comfort.

It is said the best way to care for something is to give it a purpose.

Sally Gall

Sally Gall

Senior journalist - Queensland Country Life/North Queensland Register

Based at Blackall, CW Qld, where I've raised a family, run Merino sheep and beef cattle, and helped develop a region - its history, tourism, education and communications. Get in touch at 0427 575 955 if you've got a story idea for me.

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