Richmond, Queensland

Richmond is a small town in north-west Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Shire of Richmond, located about 500 kilometers west of Townsville and along the Flinders Highway.

 History 
Richmond was originally a stopover point for cattle drovers in the late 1800s. It grew into a town with the arrival of the railway in 1904. The area has a long history with cattle grazing and farming.

 Geography 
Richmond is in the Gulf Country region. The land is mostly flat with grasslands used for grazing. The Flinders River runs nearby, and the town is in a dry, hot climate with occasional flooding during the wet season.

 Economy 
The main industries in Richmond are:
Cattle grazing and livestock farming
Tourism, especially for dinosaur fossils
Local services and small businesses

 Community 
Richmond is known for the Kronosaurus Korner, a museum with marine dinosaur fossils found in the area. The town has schools, shops, and sporting facilities. It is a friendly outback town with community events and country hospitality.