Gympie is a town in Queensland, Australia that has a rich history dating back to Aboriginal groups who originally inhabited the area. Some key events in Gympie's history include the first European explorers arriving in the 1840s and the discovery of gold in 1867 which led to the establishment of the town. Gold mining transformed Gympie and dominated the local economy for decades. Other important industries that developed included cattle stations, timber, dairy farming, and rail transportation. Gympie experienced major growth and development after the gold rush but has also faced floods and natural disasters at various points in its history.