Torrens Creek Town Rural

Torrens Creek, a rural town in Queensland's Shire of Flinders, is situated on the Flinders Highway, approximately 89 kilometers east of Hughenden. The town is named after the creek discovered by William Landsborough in 1862 during his search for Burke and Wills. The Great Northern Railway reached Torrens Creek in 1885, establishing it as a supply center for the surrounding district. Notably, the town was nearly destroyed in 1942 when a large World War II ammunition dump exploded, creating craters 20 feet deep. Today, Torrens Creek offers visitors a glimpse into Queensland's outback history and natural beauty.