The Restoration Barn

The Restoration Barn The Restoration Barn has been restoring furniture in Mackay region for 25 years. This is a new site. please say hi and follow
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I told you it was a quick trip to Birdsville..... but so so worth it. We are on our way home in our delivery van, come m...
03/06/2026

I told you it was a quick trip to Birdsville..... but so so worth it. We are on our way home in our delivery van, come motorhome. some lovely sunsets and sunrises
Went throught the Min Min light area. Didnt see a Min Min light but found a green light in a picture. eeek.
Back to working on a beautiful family silky Oak sideboard with new mirror just delivered to barn for when we get back.
Owner said to me " mum carried this cc everywhere we moved , I had to get it restored.

31/05/2026

This is where channel country in Simpson desert meets Sturt dessert of gibber red stones

31/05/2026

video 1 channels from end of diamantina River

Birdsville was calling me but I didnt know what awaited me. I didnt know the rains had come again in the channel countr...
31/05/2026

Birdsville was calling me but I didnt know what awaited me. I didnt know the rains had come again in the channel country. I hope i can describe what i was seeing.
I have a client there now a dear friend. I met Nita when she transferred to Dysart needed furniture repaired, then Monto and now principle of Birdsville school.
Nita came on a flight over channel country with me.
The first 4 pictured show the Big red from the air.
The next 5 pictures show the simpson desert sand dunes and channels. Unlike Sahara desert they dont move the vegetation keeps them together. Probably been the same for hundreds of years they said.
Next is Diamantina river where she splits in two like veins in out arms and ends in the most stunning swamp lands.
The last 3 with red and green shows where the Simpson desert and sturt red desert with flat interlocking gibber stones. the last 2 show gibber stones
3 videos to follow

29/05/2026

Did Big Red sunset tour run by Birdsville pub. Highly recomment. ( you can drive a 4WD up but not our van). What a joy what a site. For those who have been To Big Red Bash Music festival. Its all in water where camping is, first time since 2010 we were told. They were flooded in for over 3 months.

On a quick road trip to Birdsville. Its like a pub crawl , so many town and all there is is a pub or a pub ruin. What a...
29/05/2026

On a quick road trip to Birdsville. Its like a pub crawl , so many town and all there is is a pub or a pub ruin. What a trip. It so so green hard to believe we are in desert country. . Doing a fly over channel country tomorrow

A client is selling this Beautiful vintage bed head. The ad gives indication of price but will look at offers. Its a kin...
23/05/2026

A client is selling this Beautiful vintage bed head. The ad gives indication of price but will look at offers. Its a king size vintage so not often available. message me for contact details

A beautiful treadle machine was delivered home. It was hubbies great grandmother. Stored in a shed for years it was then...
14/05/2026

A beautiful treadle machine was delivered home.
It was hubbies great grandmother. Stored in a shed for years it was then bought home by hubby and was met with " its not coming in the house"
When you see before pictures you will understand why, I would have said the same..
It was dirty, damaged and broken.
See previous posts for repairs.
We endeavoured to keep as much original veneer as possible warts and all. It is now pride of place in the lounge.
a 1924 machine. The machine itself is still at Col of Bernina.

13/05/2026

You’re Invited – Queensland Small Business Month

Join us for a special Sugar City Art Deco Walking Tour, created to celebrate Queensland Small Business Month and give those who work in our city a deeper understanding of its history, character and charm.

This guided tour will explore Mackay’s unique Art Deco architecture, uncover hidden stories, and highlight the rich heritage that continues to shape our local business community today.

Meeting Point: Bluewater Quay
Date: Friday, 22 May 2026
Time: 5:00pm

Whether you work in the city every day or simply want to see it from a new perspective, this is a great opportunity to connect with Mackay’s past and appreciate the buildings and streets we often walk past without noticing.

Places are limited – bookings essential.
https://www.trybooking.com/DMEUT

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26146 Peak Downs Highway
Te Kowai, QLD
4740

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+61432532549

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