Charters Towers

Charters Towers is 135 kilometres south-west of Townsville and has an altitude of 336 metres which ensures an excellent climate with comfortably cool nights. Known mostly for its heritage and gold mining history, this city once had a population of 27,000 and had the only Stock Exchange in Australia to take three calls a day.

Today the main industries are mining (mine tours are available) beef (homestay accommodation is available), education (five excellent, world recognised boarding schools) and tourism (a visit will explain why). Charters Towers is a perfect example of the real Australia, with brilliantly coloured sunsets, and cattle stations. The friendly atmosphere and heritage streetscape only add to its unique appeal.

Numerous tranquil water spots and secluded lava caves ensures fascinating walks and great camping. A walking tour is one of the best ways to appreciate the history and the many grand colonial buildings that adorn the streets. A must-see is the Stock Exchange building which was hooked into the world via telegraph from 1890.

Don't miss the Venus Gold Battery on the outskirts of town. Here, gold was processed from 1872 until 1972 and a guided tour relates the innovation and hard work, which were part of the golden days of Charters. Distance from Brisbane (State Capital): 1,200 kilometres.

Temperatures for Charters Towers

Charters Towers has moderate summer temperatures. The summer high temperature for Charters Towers is approximately 34 °c. The summer low temperature is approximately 22 °c.

Charters Towers has mild winter temperatures. The winter high temperature for Charters Towers is approximately 25 °c. The winter low temperature is approximately 11 °c.

January2234
February2233
March2132
April1930
May1527
June1325
July1225
August1326
September1530
October1932
November2133
December2234

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