Mount Isa

Among the cities of Queensland, Mount Isa stands out for its long-running role as a major mining centre in the inland northwest. The city lies on the Leichhardt River, in a dry outback setting far from Queensland’s coastal metropolises, and its hills bear the marks of mineral extraction. Silver-lead ore was discovered here in 1923 by prospector John Campbell Miles, leading to the establishment of Mount Isa Mines and a settlement that grew around the industry. The Outback at Isa visitor centre interprets this mining story and the wider region, while Lake Moondarra on the city’s outskirts is a local waterside recreation area. Browse additional webcams from the surrounding area to extend your view of Mount Isa and north-west Queensland.

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