Majorca

Overview

Majorca is located approximately 11 kilometres from the regional city of Maryborough and 12 kilometres from the historic township of Talbot. Forming part of the goldfields region, it is a rural area comprising of farming land.

History

After Charles Bannister and William Voules struck gold on the plains east of McCallum’s Creek on 20 March 1863, a number of Maryborough businessmen vied for allotments in the new township of Majorca, 10 kilometres east of Maryborough. By May there were no less than 250 stores and restaurants. But the population of three to four thousand did not guarantee prosperity for all businesses and numbers returned to Maryborough.

Yet Majorca held its nerve. Originally part of the Borough of Cragie at the end of 1864, it soon overtook Cragie in importance and had Majorca proclaimed a borough in 1876.

Gold mining sustained Majorca for over half a century with the Kong Meng Mine being a major contributor to the district’s economy. School and churches were established and sport taken seriously by minders and farmers alike. Majorca even had its own racecourse.

Places of interest

Tullaroop Reservoir
Mount Cameron (nearby)

Accommodation

Majorca offers no local lodgings, however a great range of accommodation can be sought at Maryborough, just 12 minutes drive.

Further information can be found on the Visit Maryborough website http://www.visitmaryborough.com.au

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