Outback Way vs Visit Ashburton

The Outback Way, also known as Australia’s Longest Shortcut. Take time to enjoy this "Quintessential National Adventure" linking the Reef, The Rock and the West. The route will take you from Winton, Queensland, to Laverton, Western Australia. It covers 2800km of which 1700km is dirt road. There is a maximum of 260km between food, fuel & sleep stops. Be captivated by ancient landscapes, dig for fossils, and do the world’s longest geocache trail. Soak up the majestic red centre and explore famous 4WD tracks. Be mesmerised by the mysterious Min Min lights and dazzling gems. Immerse yourself in the rich indigenous artwork and culture and learn Waltzing Matilda. Be inspired by our courageous explorers. Find your own Treasures! Take a journey through the heart of the nation and tick it off your bucket list. Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. We advise you to quit the app when finished.

Enhance your Pilbara experience at the historic Old Onslow townsite and within the Shire of Ashburton. The Ashburton Shire showcases Mother Nature's coastal charm and rugged history on an epic scale. Step into a world where each location seemingly out-matches the next in this incredible corner of the globe. Featuring an interactive tour through the fascinating historical townsite of Old Onslow, the app utilizes GPS technology to map out the original streets and buildings. Users will get a feel for what the original town was like, learn about significant historical events such as cyclones that shaped the town and even participate in a virtual storm! Features include: • Interactive old town map • Augmented Reality simulation of a Cyclone • Re-creation of Old Onslow buildings • My Journal