Fraser Coast Queensland
Situated on the beautiful Mary River!
Family & Pet Friendly
Antigua, Fraser Coast Queensland
History
“Antigua Sugar Plantation”
In the 1860’s AH & A Brown purchased two blocks opposite Owanyilla and began clearing scrub in
late 1867, another 2 portions were added and the conversion of scrub into Antigua sugar plantation
began.
A mill was built in the early 1870’s ( the remains of the brick mill can be seen next door to River Run
Farm. The area under farm reached 200 hectares by 1878. By 1879 no prettier spectacle could be
wished for than the canefields of Antigua on either side of the river
Passengers of Cobb’s coach from Maryborough to Gympie could, when passing through Owanyilla
village, by glancing up the river to their right obtain a glimpse of the Antigua mill and residence
which stood on a high sloping bank of the Mary River, the tall slim smoke stack being sufficient to
indicate the exact site, the main mill building was 34 metres long
There was a tramway used to descend at an angle of 60 degrees by which the sugar was received by
punts belonging to a firm who received it. The advantage of the extensive river frontage was apparent.
By conveying the cane to the mill by punt the expense of maintaining roads substantial enough to
endure the heavy strain of the crushing season.
Antigua Today:
Over the ensuing years industry & amp; state growth went through many ups & downs, many cane fields
closed down & other industries grew. From those times & still successful are cane farms, quarry ,sawmill and cattle farming plus smaller acreage farm holdings.
River Run Farm
There has an abundance of wildlife in the area, the variety of bird life is amazing. There are pretty face
wallabies, frilled neck lizards, water dragons,Bandicoots, achidna's & platypus
The Mary River is famous for the endangered Mary River Turtle also short neck turtles such as the
White Throated Snapping Turtle, Saw Shell Turtle and then long necked
turtles, the Eastern Long Neck & Broad-shelled river turtle
Another Nationally threatened species in the river is the Australian Lungfish.
A few Simple Rules
We have a few simple rules to follow, to ensure our farm remains beautiful for the next campers:
- Speed Limits - Do not exceed 5 km (walking speed) in camp ground area
- Restricted Areas - As this is also a working farm, please abide by these areas to avoid putting yourself in danger.
- Rubbish- Please take all rubbish with you. You can burn any cardboard and paper. There is a Recycle bin for cans and bottles in camp kitchen.
- DOGS ARE WELCOME ( Max 2 per site Only)
We only ask that they are controlled and on leash at all times, and not allowed to roam or disturb our livestock, and that you clean up after them. Dogs that are seen to be aggressive or barking a lot will be asked to leave. Under no circumstances are dogs to be left at the camp unsupervised.
- 10:30pm noise curfew, please be mindful of your neighbours and other locals.
- Swim at own risk – be aware waterways can contain debris from flooding. Take care as there are deep holes. Children to ALWAYS be accompanied by an adult around waterways.
- Fishing - is permitted, Please inform yourself of size and catch limits
- Camp fires - are permitted in fire pit areas only. All campfires to be totally extinguished with water before you retire each night. Fire Ban Rules Apply
- Smokers - Please do not leave cigarette butts on our land .
- The Bath Shack is for children under 10 years of age and to only be used with Adult supervision. No Adults are allowed to use the Bath Shack (Kids Only)