Miles

Miles, the headquarters of Murilla Shire, was originally named Dogwood Crossing and was established on a track blazed by the explorer, Ludwig Leichhardt in 1884. The Miles Historical Village is a big talking point amongst all who have travelled this way before. Here the visitor will literally step back into history when stepping into the many buildings within this turn-of-the-century village.

There are more than 20 buildings, including a hospital, cafe, bank, post office and bakery. The town has a shopping centre, hospital, commercial, educational and professional facilities available. Also sporting amenities include an olympic swimming pool.

Miles is the centre of a native wildflower region extending north to the Great Divide. In the heart of the Western Downs the region had diversified primary production, and successful mining of Bentonite Clay. The beautiful Balonne River highlights the beauty of Miles, particularly in September when the wildflowers blossom in abundance. Closest major town: Toowoomba 212 kilometres approximately. Distance from Brisbane (State Capital): 346 kilometres approximately.

Temperatures for Miles

Miles has hot summer temperatures. The summer high temperature for Miles is approximately 33 °c. The summer low temperature is approximately 19 °c.

Miles has warm winter temperatures. The winter high temperature for Miles is approximately 20 °c. The winter low temperature is approximately 5 °c.

January 20 33
February 19 32
March 17 31
April 12 27
May 8 23
June 5 20
July 4 19
August 5 21
September 9 25
October 13 29
November 16 31
December 18 33

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