December 9, 2024
There’s a new business at Wooroolin which is now welcoming visitors exploring the Rail Trail – and local residents – alike.
“Dusty Daisy Coffee and Collectives” is located in the former Wooroolin Fire Brigade building on the corner of Alexander and Frederick streets.
Owner Anita Thorley, from Kingaroy, said Dusty Daisy opened its doors for the first time on November 28, but the dream had been a year in the making.
The aim was to provide a “coffee stop and shop”.
As well as barista-made coffee, there’s sweet treats for sale from Endeavour’s Kingaroy Kitchen.
The “shop” part explains the other taglines on the street sign: “reclaimed, boho, country, vintage”.
“It’s all about recycling and repurposing,” Anita said.
There’s clothing, giftware, macramé, health and wellness books and even some furniture.
But if visitors are just after the coffee and treats, there’s also an outdoor area in which to relax, with casual picnic-style seating and plenty of room for pushbikes.
Anita said the business was “pet friendly” so dogs were also welcome … and there’s even a plan to build a hitching rail for horses.
“It was a year to get everything organised,” Anita said.
The floor of the old fire shed had to be levelled, new doors fitted and fencing installed around the block.
“My husband Jim has worked tirelessly for me,” Anita said.
“I would really like to thank Wooroolin for welcoming us into the community. They have been amazing.”
Dusty Daisy is open on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Well done Anita and family, can’t wait to visit