The Queensland College of Wine Tourism is a joint venture between the University of Southern Queensland and the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.  It opened in April 2007.

A state-of-the-art $8.5 million education and training facility for the Queensland wine tourism industry, the College is located on the campus of Stanthorpe State High School and provides specialist education and training facilities for the wine tourism industry.

In partnership with University of Southern Queensland, Stanthorpe State High School and 107 other Gateway Schools, the College provides training from secondary to tertiary levels in viticulture, oenology, tourism, hospitality and business.

The education and training programs are developed in partnership with the wine tourism industry.

The College incorporates the Award Winning Varias Restaurant, Conference and Function Centre.

Opening Hours:
Morning Tea Menu – Tuesday to Saturday from 9am to 11am
Lunch Menu – Tuesday to Saturday from 11am
Dinner Menu – Friday & Saturday from 5.30pm

Children’s Menu available.

Melbourne Cup Luncheon Tues 5 November

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Click here for Christmas 2024 Menu Option: Chef’s Christmas Banquet

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Picnic Hampers and BBQ Packs available for take-away with 24 hours notice and require payment upon ordering.  Please call to place your order and arrange pre-payment.  10% discount off any bottle of wine purchased with a take-away order.

In winter, dine in front of the fireplace or on warmer days enjoy dining in our airconditioned restaurant or outside in the courtyard.

Bookings are essential – (07) 4685 5050 or qcwt@unisq.edu.au

Please note we are closed public holidays.

2024/2025 Christmas & New Year Closure – Sunday 22 December to Wednesday 1 January
(re-opening on Thursday 2nd January 2025)
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Gateway to Industry Schools Program
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