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Melba House

Locality: Marian, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 4954 4299

Address: 4-74 Anzac Avenue 4753 Marian, QLD, Australia

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25.01.2022 YES, Marian Market IS on again today ( change of dates so it doesn't clash with Pioneer Valley Show) and YES Melba House will have a stall there again to showcase the wonderful craft & gift lines thar we sell at the House. Our stall is just inside the Hall as you walk in - set up between the 2 doorways. Hope to see you there amd remember all proceeds go to keeping this totally unfunded, fully volunteer run, icon open.,

24.01.2022 Head out to Eungella Dam for a swim, picnic or just to admire the scenery! The freshwater dam is a great spot to fish (you will require a fishing permit which c...an be purchased from Melba House at Marian, or most bait and tackle stores). The dam is stocked with Barramundi, Sooty Grunter, Saratoga and sleepy cod! #Dam #fishing #Eungella See more

22.01.2022 For Sale; Toner Cartridge TN-2350. I bought the wrong one from Dick Smiths on their last day of trading, so it cannot be returned. Paid $18 for it - more than 70% discounted- so selling it for $18 to go towards the correct cartridge. At Melba House. Open from 9am until 3pm daily. Sorrry no eftpos available.

21.01.2022 Call in to Melba House, the gateway to the Pioneer Valley, for information on walking tracks, what to see, where to eat, where to stay, what to do, maps and local knowledge of the region. We are the ONLY official, fully accredited Visitor Information Centre for the region. Cold drinks, iceblocks, free admission to the Melba memorabilia display, The Craft Room featuring high quality, locally made items and genuine Australian,(made right here!) souvenirs. Open every day from 9am until 3pm.

20.01.2022 Please join us at Melba House tomorrow morning after 9am to meet Jay & Dave from SeaFM as part of their Road Trip 2. The Pioneer Valley is MUCH MUCH MORE than just seeing a platypus at Broken River. We invite our Community to join us as this is a great opportunity to show "the powers that be" that our region deserves funding too and fair & equal tourism & business marketing of the ENTIRE Valley. In the last month alone we have been excluded from 5 MAJOR visiting tourism media... & social media marketing campaigns and television travel shows. We are all volunteers at Melba House and are totally unfunded. Any marketing opportunity we can organise ourselves must be utilised to the maximum to promote OUR community, OUR businesses, OUR attractions and OUR residents. We have so much to offer and so much valuable knowledge to share. Let's stand together so that we can't be overlooked. Plus you will get the chance to win the fantastic "Barra Hunter" boat that Jay & Dave are towing with them. After all, there are Barra in the river behind Melba House and we sell the fishing permits required to fish in Kinchant, Eungella and Teemburra Dams. We hope that you can join us to say hi to Jay & Dave. Thank you. Lyn@MelbaHouse See more

20.01.2022 Frank at Country Gardens at Glendaragh Rd Farleigh currently has 1 week old chickens at $8.50, 4 weeks at $10, 8 weeks at $12 and 24 week old Point of Lay for $25. He also has one only hand- reared, 6 month old super-rare Sussex Silver Duckwing rooster, jet black with silver markings for the fantastic price of $20. Phone Frank on 49 599105. Open every day from 10am until 4pm.

20.01.2022 Local history buffs may be interested in the new book - We,Us & Co. The Pratt Family and Pioneers of St Helens. Melba House is now a stockist of this locally researched and written account of the development of Calen.

20.01.2022 In recognition of our Pioneer Valley heritage and the hard work to establish the Wests Tigers, this Jersey will be worn by players in all 3 teams this Saturday ...night at Tiger Park. There is also a set that will be sold to the public through auctions and raffles. Please contact the Club on 49592 480 if you are interested in bidding on a jersey. Game times for this Saturday at Tiger park: 2.30pm Under 18 4.00pm Reserve Grade 6.00pm A Grade Wests Leagues Club will be open until 3am, so come out and show your support for the boys. Go the Tigers!!

19.01.2022 We took some friends for a drive out to the Digging's and Crediton Loop and this is a tiny view of Eungella's beauty.

19.01.2022 Thank you to Jay & Dave from SeaFM for adding Melba House into their busy Road Trip 2 schedule yesterday. Your genuine interest in what we do at Melba House is greatly appreciated. And have a look at the magnificent Quintrex "Barra Hunter" boat & trailer package that they are towing. If you didn't get the chance to meet Jay & Dave at Melba House yesterday to get your entry form in for a chance to WIN the boat & trailer package, we have a few entry forms left at Melba House. Call in and pick one up, we are open every day from 9am until 3pm. If you want to fish in Kinchant, Eungella and Teemburra Dams, we also sell the required fishing permits at Melba House. We hope to see you soon. Lyn@MelbaHouse

17.01.2022 Spotted at Melba House at Marian today! #Maroon

17.01.2022 Lots happening in the Pioneer Valley today...visit the historic Melba House, local produce and arts and crafts at Marian Markets and Eungella Markets, have some... of Oscar's yummy food at Platypus Lodge Restaurant in Eungella, Sunday Group Gonging by Joy Mac Andrew in Finch Hatton, pick up some neem products for you or your pet at Neem Hall, picturesque walks and spectacular waterfalls in Finch Hatton Gorge (especially after this week's rain), and the Outback Larrikin is playing at Ulysses Garden Cafe from 1pm...food and music to nourish the soul! Happy Sunday folks <3 #UlyssesGardenCafe #FinchHatton #meetmackaygregion #mackay #mackaypride #mackayliving #101ThingsToDoInMackay #thisisqueensland #shoplocalmackay #seeaustralia #paleo #rawfood #organic #foodislife #hightea #glutenfree #dairyfree #sugarfree #chemicalfree #pioneervalley #eungella #rawhoney #lowfoodmiles #reflexology #massage #foottherapy #activeallergykidsmackay #mackaykids #mackayallthingskids #deliciousness #outbacklarrikin #livemusic

17.01.2022 Just one more service that the friendly volunteers at Melba House provide, not just for visitors and tourists but for our local community.We stock a massive amount of brochures, maps, visitor guides but also an up-to-date range of "what's happening In our region" phamplets & flyers - including the programme for Pop Up City - this years Art's Festival, What's On at the MECC, the latest exhibition guide for Artspace and "Art Is In", the really handy guide to markets, galleries, events, museums and more. Call in to Melba House for these and so much more, open every day from 9am until 3pm.

15.01.2022 Call in to Melba House at Marian, the gateway to the Pioneer Valley for heaps of unbiased local knowledge and information. Open every day from 9am until 3pm. Hope to see you soon!

15.01.2022 Our Cane Cutter ready for the 3rd game whitewash of the 2016 State of Origin series. Queenslander!

13.01.2022 The Cane Cutter at Melba House is ready for Game 2. Queenslander!

13.01.2022 If you're looking for a bit of "bling" to add to a coat or scarf, Melba House has an extensive range of colours, sizes and styles priced from a low $6. We are open every day from 9am until 3pm.

13.01.2022 HAVE YOUR SAY ON A BETTER BUS NETWORK FOR MACKAY: YOUR PROPOSED NETWORK WILL INCLUDE: EXTENDED COVERAGE TO MARIAN & MIRANI. INFORMATION SESSION THURSDAY 21 JULY MARIAN TOWN CENTRE - (outside Woolworths) 1pm - 5pm Mackay bus network changes and TransLink brand rollout Frequently Asked Questions and Answers...Continue reading

12.01.2022 PIONEER VALLEY SHOW, SUNDAY 19TH JUNE. PRE-PURCHASE FAMILY PASSES & RIDE COUPONS FROM MELBA HOUSE. There are a few changes this year: Family Pass No 1 allows admission for 2 adults and up to 3 children under 16yrs for $35. Family Pass No 2 allows admission for 2 adults and 4 or more children under 16 yrs for $40. Please note that Family Passes ...are only available for pre-purchase and are NOT available at the gate on the day. The Family Passes now consist of only ONE ticket, not as in previous years with an individual ticket given for each adult & child etc. This will mean that the Family all enter the gate at the same time. ALL TICKET SALES ARE CASH ONLY. Individual tickets are: Adult 18 and over: $16. School student Yr 1 to Yr 12: $7 AGED pensioners:$7 Prep and under: Free Ride Coupon Sheets $30 worth for $25- These are for use in sideshow Alley for rides, games,food vans etc operated by the Showmans Guild- they DO NOT cover Show Bags. Melba House is open every day from 9am until 3pm. Call in and have a look around and support this not-for-profit, totally unfunded, fully-volunteer run association who support the entire Pioneer Valley community. See more

11.01.2022 Crediton Hall camping area Crediton Hall camping area Dog (Pet) friendly camp site This spacious flat campsite on a grassy reserve next to the Broken River f...rom where you can see the platypus in the wild is perfect for tent camping beside your car; walk-in camping; caravans; camper trailers; motorhomes; 14.7 km south-east of Eungella, offers camping for up to 24 people. To reach it, turn off Eungella Dam Rd 8 km south of Eungella and follow Crediton Loop Rd 6.7 km to the camping area. Crediton Hall is a designated campsite on the Mackay Highlands Great Walk, and is 11.2 km from Fern Flat camping area and (Eungella National Park) 19.5 km from Denham Range camping area. Facilities: The water must be boiled or treated before drinking, composting toilets, picnic tables, Free BBQ and shelter. Coming Soon: Shower Facilities and Powered Sites This 56 km, 35 day walk allows experienced and self-sufficient hikers to see everything from rugged cliffs and cool rainforests to open eucalypt woodland and a 1880s gold-mining hamlet. Some sections of the track require a high level of physical fitness, and the track is easier to manage if approached north to south, from Pine Grove in Eungella National Park to Mt Britton township. Camping permit required, how to book: Crediton Hall camping area is managed by Mackay Regional Council. Campers must self-register upon arrival using the self-registration envelopes available from a dispenser at the toilet block. More information what to do in Eungella Broken River and the surrounding area please go to Broken River Information Centre web page http://www.brokenriverkiosk.com.au.

11.01.2022 Heaps of wonderful gift ideas on my stall at Marian Markets tomorrow (Sunday 20th Nov). If you are looking for something different for this year's Secret Santa, Teacher Thank You's, Stocking Stuffers, come and have a look inside - first stall to the left & right as you walk through the doors. Earrings : buy 2 prs, get the 3rd pair FREE, lots of marked down stock and a FREE GIFT with every purchase over $20. Many new designs in the popular cat purses, hair scrunchies, hand mad...e greeting cards, jewellery, key rings and brooches. I also have an entire rack of the easy to put on magnetic-clasp bracelets reduced to $4 each or 3 for $10 ! Mens or boys bracelets, pendants and keyrings in Pokemon, Star Wars, Dr Who and Game of Thrones designs. Also a large variety of Boho inspired jewellery. So, so much more - have a look at some of the photos. Hope to see you there ! See more

11.01.2022 Good Morning. It's an absolutely stunningly beautiful clear day in the Valley today. Melba House is open and Vintage Kiss Coffee Van is set up in our car park so come on down !!!! and to the #@%* brainless morons who thought it was funny to do burnouts in our carpark last night and to rearrange our signage, thanks for creating even more work for our elderly volunteers today. Yes, we open on public holidays for the benefit of our tourists, visitors and our own Community. Yes, we are totally unfunded here and we pay for everything out of our own pockets so your and NO your actions are not appreciated in this community.

09.01.2022 FISHING PERMITS. There will be changes to the Stocked Impoundment scheme ( fishing in Eungella,Teemburra & Kinchant Dams and other stocked dams in Qld) as of the 1st July. The current handwritten permit system will not be available after the 30th June. Melba House will be licensed to issue the new digital permits but Fisheries Qld will be increasing prices and changing conditions. Current price is Weekly $8. New price is $10. Yearly is currently $41. New price will be $...50. Discounted Yearly will remain the same at $36. The major difference will be that NO couples permits will be issued after June 30th, so for example a husband and wife will then need to purchase a separate permit EACH. Anyone wanting to purchase a yearly permit now before the changes come into effect on July 1st, will save you between $36 - $59. The current style permits are available for cash purchase only from Melba House every day from 9am until 3pm. For enquiries ph 49544299. See more

07.01.2022 All members of Pioneer Valley Tourism and Development Assn Inc are advised that a Special General Meeting of the association will be held at Melba House Marian, on Thursday 26th August 2016 commencing at 5.30pm, for the purpose of electing a President for the association following the resignation of Lyn McMurdo.

07.01.2022 Marian Market is on tomorrow, Sunday 11th December. I have a huge range of gift ideas & stocking fillers with heaps of marked-down prices. ( my Ex-Melba House craftroom stock ) Come in and say hello - first stall as you walk in under the building. Children, mens and womens jewellery, greeting cards, keyrings & bookmarks, baby headbands, dreamcatchers, cat purses, fridge magnets and lots more.

05.01.2022 "Yes i have no doubt that Nellie is hanging around" say locals about Melba House in Marian - J&D #ThisIsMackay

05.01.2022 Country Gardens at Glendaragh Road Farleigh has Point of Lay 24 week old chickens in red, black, white - commercial crossbreeds for $25ea and 7 day old commercial pullets - red, brown australorp cross commercial for $8.50ea. Frank also has a huge range of vegetable seedlings, all sun grown and chemical free. All have established root systems for reliable replanting and each $4.50 punnet has many more than the usual amount of seedlings. Country Gardens is open every day from 10am - 4pm. Phone Frank on 49 599 105.

04.01.2022 This little guy the Australian Echidna was poking around at a cane siding on the back road of Pinnacle QLD.

03.01.2022 Thank you to Jay and Dave from SeaFM for your ongoing support & promotion of Melba House. It is much appreciated. They have included us in their Top 10 Things to Do This Weekend: MELBA HOUSE IN MARIAN ALL WEEKEND Originally built in 1882-1883 for the first Marian Mill Manager, Charles Armstrong and his wife a much-loved opera singer, Dame Nellie Melba. Today, Melba House features a memorabilia display dedicated to Nellie and houses an extensive range of locally handcrafted gifts and unique souvenirs.

03.01.2022 Melba House is open now for anyone wishing to purchase Pioneer Valley Show admission or ride tickets on their way to the show at Finch Hatton today.

01.01.2022 Great ideas for a retirement gift or for those who love caravanning. Cards from $4.50, Teatowels $10 and apron $13.50. Just part of the huge range of gifts, cards and locally made crafts available from Melba House at Marian. Open every day from 9am until 3pm. Proceeds from every item sold goes directly back into keeping this unfunded, totally volunteer run, iconic House open.Sorry no eftpos.