Goomeri is a former timber town that retains a relaxed old-world atmosphere. Many of Goomeri’s buildings were constructed in the 1920s and retain all their original charm. The town is steeped in history, the ‘Lest We Forget’ town clock built in 1939 has become a landmark, earning Goomeri the name of ‘Clocktown’.
This charming town is home to Australia’s only Pumpkin Festival, which is held annually on the last weekend in May and features the exciting ‘Great Australian Pumpkin Roll’. The Festival draws thousands of people from all over south-east Queensland.
Quick Facts
Goomeri is an Urban Location area within the local government area of Gympie in Queensland, it is located approximately 172kms from the capital Brisbane and extends over an area of 106.08 square kilometres. Goomeri has a recorded population of 664 residents and is within the Australian Eastern Standard Time zone Australia/Brisbane.
If you are planning a visit to Goomeri we’ve put together some of the things you can see or do while you are here. These include, places to stay, tours and attractions, some upcoming events and places where you can grab a meal. Go ahead, try one of the buttons above. Every destination has something worth seeing so start exploring… If you know Goomeri and think we’ve missed something, let us know and we’ll share it here.