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Rathdowney - St Marys Catholic Church
Rathdowney

The small town of Rathdowney (pop. 350) is about 30 kms south of Beaudesert (see separate page). It is a typical Queensland small town with its own interesting history.

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Rathdowney Hotel

The Rathdowney Hotel is the only pub in town and therefore is a popular watering place and meal stop for locals and travellers alike.

Rathdowney - Picnic Area

A pretty and functional picnic and rest area has been established across from the pub in Rathdowney.

Rathdowney - Newsagent and Butcher

Rathdowney has a newsagency and a butcher shop, although the latter currently stands empty.

Rathdowney Post Office

The Rathdowney Post Office.

Rathdowney Bowls Club

I didn't expect to find a Bowls Club in Rathdowney, given their, shall we say, rationalisation in Brisbane.

Rathdowney Showgrounds

The Rathdowney Showgrounds are well maintained and obviously are one of the town's focal points,

Rathdowney - St Davids Anglican Church

St David's Anglican Church is nestled in a back street of Rathdowney.

Rathdowney - St Marys Catholic Church

St Mary's Catholic Church in Rathdowney is a typical example of a picturesque timber country church.


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