Doomadgee

Across the river at entry to Doomadgee

The name of this town and its history is fascinating. In the middle of the Burke shire this Aboriginal tract of land (quite large area) is owned and run by the Doomadgee Aboriginal Council. The town itself was originally located on the Gulf and was a Mission run by the Brethern. After being hit by a cyclone in late 1800's they moved inland and settled on the banks of the Nicholson river The mission continued to run until early 1980's when Doomadgee then came under the Queensland government. The Aboriginal council was then formed and took control.
Like many Aboriginal communities it is a 'Dry' area and whilst travelers can pass through with alcohol - none is to be consumed or sold within the Doomadgee Council. Sadly on the edge of the town you can see the evidence of how they get around this.