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Greenmount Homestead

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Heritage listed homestead built in 1915. There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer at Greenmount in a wide variety of capacities.

Its grounds contain stunning gardens and a number of buildings, including staff quarters, garage, and blacksmith’s workshop, which together house a collection of more than 20,000 artefacts. If you'd like to get involved visit the Mackay Regional Council website or contact us directly at [email protected] to lend a hand. To book Greenmount Homestead for your next event, please click here: https://bit.ly/35IAvPJ

Or to visit our virtual garden tour, please click here: https://bit.ly/3k7qboO

21/10/2026

⏳ Don't miss out!

This Sunday marks our second last Sunday opening of the year at Greenmount Homestead.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or returning to revisit your favourite stories and spaces, we'd love to see you. Enjoy a guided tour through the homestead and discover a unique piece of our local history before our Sunday season comes to a close.

🏡 Sunday 25 October - grounds open 9am to 1pm.
Tours commencing 9.30am, 10.30am & 11.30am.

📍 Greenmount Homestead - 139 Greenmount Road Walkerston, QLD.

Only one more Sunday opening after this one!

06/10/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Greenmount Homestead will be closed Wednesday, October 6th 2026
Thanks for understanding and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Send a message to learn more

28/09/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Greenmount Homestead will be closed today, Tuesday 29 September.
Thanks for understanding and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Send a message to learn more

27/09/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Greenmount Homestead will be closed today, Monday 28 September.

Thanks for understanding and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Send a message to learn more

23/09/2026

🌿 Looking for something to do this weekend? 🏡

Step back in time and discover the charm of Greenmount Homestead!
Enjoy a guided tour of the homestead, relax in the peaceful gardens, and experience a slice of Mackay’s history.
It’s the perfect spot for a laid-back morning with family or friends

📍Open this Sunday September 27.

🕰 Grounds open from 9am to 1pm, with tours commencing at 9.30, 10.30 & 11.30am.
Come along, explore, and make a day of it!

20/09/2026

🏡 This school holidays, take the kids on a journey through history at Greenmount Homestead.

Explore one of the region's most significant historic homes, discover fascinating stories from the past, and enjoy the peaceful gardens and grounds that have welcomed visitors for generations.

A perfect outing for curious minds of all ages!

📍Greenmount Homestead, 139 Greenmount Road, Walkerston
🕰️Grounds open Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from 9:00am to 1:00pm
🎟️Guided tours commence at 9:30am, 10:30am and 11:30am

13/09/2026

The Greenmount veranda has witnessed generations come and go, yet the view remains strikingly familiar. Comparing then and now, it's easy to see why this special place continues to capture the hearts of visitors today. ❤️

Why not come and experience this timeless view for yourself?

📍Greenmount Homestead, 139 Greenmount Road, Walkerston

🕰️Grounds open Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from 9:00am to 1:00pm

🎟️Guided tours commence at 9:30am, 10:30am and 11:30am

📸 Then & Now at Greenmount

08/09/2026

📸 Then & Now: Greenmount Homestead Through Time 🏡

Nearly a century separates these two photographs, yet the charm and grandeur of Greenmount Homestead remain timeless.

The historic image shows what the homestead looked like during the Cook family's era, while the modern photograph highlights how carefully this treasured heritage site has been preserved for future generations. Built in 1915, Greenmount Homestead continues to tell the stories of Mackay's pioneering past and the people who helped shape our region.

From its beautifully maintained gardens to its historic buildings, Greenmount Homestead offers a unique connection to our local heritage and the lives of those who called it home.

📍 Greenmount Homestead, 139 Greenmount Road, Walkerston
🕘 Grounds open Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from 9:00am to 1:00pm
🎟️ Guided tours commence at 9:30am, 10:30am and 11:30am

24/08/2026

🌿 Looking for something to do this weekend? 🏡

Step back in time and discover the charm of Greenmount Homestead!

Enjoy a guided tour of the homestead, relax in the peaceful gardens, and experience a slice of Mackay’s history.
It’s the perfect spot for a laid-back morning with family or friends
📍Open this Sunday August 30.
🕰 Grounds open from 9am to 1pm, with tours commencing at 9.30, 10.30 & 11.30am.

Come along, explore, and make a day of it!

21/07/2026

🌿 Looking for something to do this weekend? 🏡
Step back in time and discover the charm of Greenmount Homestead!

Enjoy a guided tour of the homestead, relax in the peaceful gardens, and experience a slice of Mackay’s history.

It’s the perfect spot for a laid-back morning with family or friends

📍Open this Sunday July 26.
🕰 Grounds open from 9am to 1pm, with tours commencing at 9.30, 10.30 & 11.30am.

Come along, explore, and make a day of it!

Address

Greenmount Road
Walkerston, QLD
4751

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 1pm
Tuesday	9am - 1pm
Wednesday	9am - 1pm

Telephone

+614959 2250

Website

https://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/facilities/council_facilities2/historical_centres/greenmount_homestead

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