Ravenshoe, Queensland, "Centre of the Universe" is the friendly town located at the top of the Atherton Tableland. Located 920 metres above sea level the township is surrounded by World Heritage listed rainforest and is the highest point of the Misty Mountains Trails. Also known as the Cairns Highlands this area boasts wildlife, birds and attractions found no where else in Tropical North Queensland. THE SIR RUFOUS BETTONG AWARD 2008 winner is Dr. John Winter. Dr. John has been an enormous supporter and advisor of Ravenshoe Visitor Centre since its inception and has been instrumental in creating an awareness and appreciation of Australian mammals both in this area and in the whole of Australia.  
As a result of our initiative in creating the Sir Rufous Bettong award Ravenshoe Visitor Centre was recognised for our work to promote environmental awareness with the Australia Day 2009 "Environmental Excellence Award" by Tablelands Regional Council. FACILITIES Ravenshoe facilities include two pubs, two motels, two supermarkets, a butcher, a baker, a fishmonger, a draper, a pharmacy, a tyre service, three petrol stations, a bank, a music store, two motor mechanics, a photographer, a hair and beauty salon, library service, two cafes and a roadhouse - see the Business Listing. The Ravenshoe black water dump is easy to find - follow the signs on Ascham Street. To use the Local Business, Community or Services Guide, look for the type of business, service or trade. | 
