St George on the banks of the Balonne River is held in high esteem within fishing circles. This is a river where big fishing tales are true with catches of Murray Cod and Yellow Belly. While in town visit Steve Margaritis and be amazed at his talent for carving emu eggs. Or indulge yourself at Riversands Winery and Cafe, the most western winery in Queensland, see a working rock melon farm, take a town tour and explore the murals, St George Heritage Centre and picnic on the grassed river banks near the centre of town. From St George, the Great Inland Way almost follows the Balonne River to Surat, 108 kilometres north. Don’t miss seeing the 25,000 litre freshwater aquarium at the Cobb & Co Changing Station. The complex includes an immaculate museum with plenty to admire including a replica 14 seater passenger Cobb & Co coach, art gallery and tourist information centre. While in town check out the Aboriginal Bush Garden, the Cobb & Co Corduroys and pretty Beranga Creek 3.5 kilometres north of Surat where in late summer pretty purple lilies bloom. There’s superb fishing along the Balonne. Roma, 78 kilometres further on is the next stop.