THE GEMFIELDS
- rincan18
- Oct 22, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 26
The Gemfields is currently a 2-star accredited Queensland Tidy Town.
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History and Geography
Anakie Provisional School opened on 27 July 1885. It became Anakie State School on 1 January 1909. Due to low attendances it opened and closed at times, but continues to operate to the present day.
Taraborah Provisional School (also written as Taroborah) opened in 1900. On 1 July 1909 it became Taraborah State School. It closed on 1911.
On 17 April 2020, the Queensland Government re-drew the boundaries of localities within the Central Highlands Region by discontinuing the locality of The Gemfields in order to create three new localities of Rubyvale, Sapphire Central and Anakie Siding (around the towns of Rubyvale, Sapphire, and Anakie respectively)
The locality contained three small towns: Anakie, Rubyvale, and Sapphire. The nearest major town was Emerald.
The Western railway line passed through the locality from east (Emerald) to west (Willows). There was a railway station at Anakie and a railway siding at Taroborah.
Attractions
· Fossicking: Explore the area's rich gemstone deposits, including sapphires, topaz, agates, and gold.
· Visiting the Miners Heritage Walk-In Mine: Discover the history of mining in the region and learn about the local mining community.
· Participating in the Gemfest Festival of Gems: Attend this annual event in Anakie for gemstone markets, workshops, and the largest rock hounds in the business.
· Sunset Viewing: Enjoy the spectacular outback sunset from atop Policeman’s Knob in Rubyvale.
· Exploring the Central Highlands: Discover the natural beauty and cultural treasures of the Central Highlands.
Accommodation
With accommodation being limited there is a lot of camping throughout the areas available.
Rubyvale Motel and Holiday Units: (Adults only gateaway)
Sapphire Caravan and Cabin Park: Self contained caravan or camper van.
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