Willie Mar Heritage Site (Fruit & Vege Market Garden)

The Willie Mar Heritage Site in Winton, Queensland, offers a glimpse into the life of Chinese market gardener Willie Mar, who operated his fruit and vegetable shop and market garden from 1923 until 2000. Visitors can explore the preserved shop and house, which showcase traditional Chinese gardening methods adapted to the harsh outback conditions. Informative displays along a self-guided tour provide insights into the challenges faced by early settlers and the significance of Chinese immigrants in the region's history. The site serves as a tangible reminder of this now-extinct tradition.