Bundaberg, Queensland, is home to two unique museums that showcase the region's rich food and agriculture history. The Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery, part of the Bundaberg Canecutters Rugby League Club, features exhibitions of local and regional artists' artwork, as well as traveling exhibitions. It is open from Wednesday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and weekends from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with free admission.
The Hinkler Hall of Aviation, also part of the Bundaberg Canecutters Rugby League Club, highlights the aviation history of the region and the country. This museum includes replicas of the earliest Hinkler hangar and significant flights like the first trans-Tasman and international flights from the Southern to the Northern Hemisphere. Visitors can see vintage car replicas, such as the 1912 Renault & 1912 Brush, and parts of an original Avro Avian. The museum offers a GOFly virtual flight over the Great Barrier Reef from Lady Elliot Island to Bundaberg. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with the last entry at 3:00 PM, adult tickets cost $30, seniors $27, concession $27, child $15, and family $75.
These museums provide a fascinating insight into Bundaberg's history and culture, as well as the surrounding region, making them must-visit attractions for travelers interested in the area's food and agriculture heritage.