Musgrave, Queensland facts for kids

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Quick facts for kids Musgrave Yarraden, Queensland
Former Musgrave Telegraph Station, now Musgrave Roadhouse, 2003
Musgrave Location in Queensland
Postcode(s)	4892
LGA(s)	Shire of Cook

Musgrave is a small area in Queensland, Australia. It is part of a larger place called Yarraden. Musgrave is located in the Shire of Cook, which is a local government area. Long ago, this area was next to the traditional lands of the Yetteneru people.

What is Musgrave Known For?

Musgrave is special because it has a few important historical sites. These places are called "heritage-listed" because they are protected and kept safe for future generations. They show us what life was like in the past.

The Musgrave Telegraph Station

One of the most famous heritage-listed sites is the Musgrave Telegraph Station. This old building is found along the Peninsula Development Road. A telegraph station was a place where people sent messages over long distances using electric signals. It was like the internet of its time! The Musgrave Telegraph Station helped connect people across Australia. Today, it is known as the Musgrave Roadhouse.

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