Former coal haulers, the Belly Dump Truck and Coal Wagon, are a lasting monument to the towns’ extensive coal and rail industry. This site was erected at the entrance of town to celebrate Dysart’s 25th Anniversary in 1998. The Belly Dump was commissioned in 1981 and formed part of the fleet of nine Euclid Coal haulers which operated at Norwich Park Mine until the end of 1997.

 

Dysart City Centre Clock was an initiative of the Dysart Miner’s Support Group and displays beautifully engraved slate tiles depicting our strong mining industry.  This impressive monument stands tall on Queen Elizabeth Drive, the main street of Dysart.

 

Heritage Square was laid in 2005 and can be found in Centenary Park. This community space is compiled of engraved tiles that show many of the towns businesses and long-standing community members and families. Stage two of the square is in the early development stages and will show the contribution of more recent community clubs and families.

 

Dysart Golf Club is a nine hole course that is set amongst a natural landscape. The club hosts an annual Pro Am which has played host to many of Australia’s great professionals and is the longest running Pro Am played on the Queensland Sunshine Tour.  Wayne Grady, Peter Senior and John Senden are amongst those listed on the honour role for this highly regarded event which celebrated the impressive milestone of 35 years in 2013. 

With a junior and senior calendar, this well cared for club has recently enjoyed extensive renovations.  Open to the public it's a dream to play on.  The course has 18 tees and dual greens to create a 18 hole course.  With grassed greens, a Par of 72, and 6166 metres in length, this course has something for every handicap.  Motorised buggies and golf clubs are available for hire.  Dysart Golf Club can be found at the end of Fisher Street past Dysart’s other sporting fields.

 

The Dysart Recreation Centre offers the community many indoor sports, including activities on a drop in basis for those who may work around rosters or other commitments. The fully equipped Lifestyle Centre (Dysart Gym) is also located within this facility on Queen Elizabeth Drive.

 

Garden Plaza Markets current Market activities to be confirmed. Watch this space.

 

Dysart Swimming Pool is located on the corner of Queen Elizabeth and Garnham Drive.  As well as the Olympic size swimming pool, this facility includes a children’s wading pool, snack bar, shaded areas, amenities and a variety of blow-up equipment available to hire for parties and regularly offered to patrons on weekends for a small fee. Season passes are available for individuals and families.  Throughout summer learn to swim classes are on offer, with the Dysart Swimming pool closing over winter.

 

Centenary Park is the largest public park in Dysart.  Facilities include a skate park, a range of playground equipment, basketball/netball courts, covered eating areas, open grassed areas, BBQ’s and amenities.  Located centrally, Centenary Park can be found on Shannon Crescent, across from the town library and Isaac Regional Council office.  (will want to add picture when refurbished)

 

Lions Park is another family friendly park that has play equipment, covered eating area and a newly assembled exercise station. Lions Park is across from the Dysart Swimming Pool on Garnham Drive.  (will want to add a picture of this equipment)

 

Fox Park is on the corner of Yeates Crescent and Brennan Street, this residential park has large open grassed space, covered picnic area and play equipment for the kids.

 

Leichhardt Oval and Recreation Park located off Fisher Street are where you will find Dysart’s sporting fields; Lucy Daly Oval, Warren Oval and Hickey Oval. These fields are also home to both junior and senior soccer, AFL, both junior and senior rugby league grounds and the Dysart Amateur Boxing Club. 

 

The town centre tennis court is situated on Queen Elizabeth Drive.  Located adjacent to the Dysart Swimming Pool on Queen Elizabeth Drive, this court is open day and night for public use. 

 

Great meals and a variety of social events can be found at the Country Roads Motor Inn, Dysart Bowls Club and The Jolly Collier. Both the Country Roads Motor Inn and The Jolly Collier can also provide accommodation if you are planning a trip to Dysart.  For more information on each establishment please see their listing in our Business Directory. 

 

Bird Watching may not come to mind when you think of mining towns, however thanks to Dysart’s diverse array of habitats there is an impressive range of birds and other wildlife to be found.  Knowledgeable locals have reported that those who enjoy birdwatching can find the following; Lorikeets, Honey eaters, Sulphur crested cockatoos, Galah's, Tawny frog mouths, Rosellas, Crows, Hawks, Wedge tailed eagles, Owls, Wood sparrows, Sparrows, Goshawks, Pelicans, Swans, Brolgas, Kingfishers, Kookaburras, Ibis, Emus, Ravens, Guinea fowl, Doves, Cockatiels, Pale Headed Rosellas, Apostle bird aka Happy Jacks, Red-winged Parrots and Plains Turkeys aka bustards.

 

Dysart has various sporting clubs and social groups, to see a list of clubs of interest or local events please visit our Business Directory and the Events Calender.