24/06/2026
Rain in the outback it's a blessing we never take for granted!
This season we've been lucky enough to receive some wonderfully unseasonal rain here at Toogunna Plains. The country is greener than we've seen in a long time, the wildlife is thriving, and the station is looking absolutely spectacular.
While that's fantastic news for outback properties, it does bring a few challenges for tourism businesses.
With destinations like Cameron's Corner and Birdsville becoming temporarily inaccessible, many tour operators have had to completely rethink their itineraries. Here at Toogunna Plains Farmstay, we've been incredibly fortunate to continue welcoming guests throughout the wet weather.
Has it been a little more challenging? Absolutely! But our team has been working hard behind the scenes to ensure every guest still enjoys the authentic Toogunna Plains experience.
Our washers and dryers have been working overtime trying to keep up with 18-room changeovers, and we've added dark entry mats and handy black cloths at every cabin and in our dining room to help keep muddy boots outside where they belong.
Getting guests here has also required a little creativity. When touring coaches that aren't four-wheel drive arrive, we meet them on higher, firmer ground and ferry guests into the Farmstay using our own buses, ensuring the larger coaches stay safely out of the mud. Likewise, when charter flights are unable to land on our soggy airstrip, we greet guests at Eromanga Airstrip and bring them back to the Farmstay ourselves. It's all part of making sure everyone arrives safely while keeping both the aircraft and coaches high and dry.
Our tours have had a few adjustments too. With the station tracks too soft for our buses, we've swapped our usual station tour for some fantastic alternative experiences that showcase the incredible history of the region. Let's just say you'll leave knowing a little more about oil, opals and shearing! 😉
Our famous sunset tours to the sandhills are taking a short break while conditions improve, but our guests have been treated to equally breathtaking sunsets right from the Farmstay. Sometimes the best seat in the house is only a few steps from your cabin.
Even our dining experiences have had a cosy makeover. Instead of lunches in the shearing shed and dinners at the homestead, we've been gathering together in our dining room. What started as a wet-weather contingency has turned into something really special, with guests loving the intimate atmosphere, wonderful conversation and delicious meals shared together.
The beauty of the outback is that it's always changing, and so are we. No matter what Mother Nature throws our way, our commitment remains the same to ensure every guest leaves with incredible memories, genuine outback hospitality and a truly unforgettable experience.
So if you have a stay with us coming up, rest assured we've got you covered. Rain or shine, we'll continue to adapt, innovate and do everything we can to make your visit one to remember.
Who knows some of these "wet weather alternatives" have been such a hit, they may just become a permanent part of the Toogunna Plains experience! 🤎