Dysart is a town in central Queensland, Australia, located in the Broadsound Shire. Established in 1973, Dysart serves as a service centre for the nearby Norwich Park and Saraji coal mines, as well as grazing properties in the district. Prussian explorer Ludwig Leichhardt explored the region in 1845, climbing the summit of nearby Campbell's Peak. The town's current population stands at 4000. Emblems: Faunal - Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus); Floral - Cooktown orchid (Dendrobium bigibbum); Bird - Brolga (Grus rubicunda); Aquatic - Barrier Reef Anemonefish (Amphiprion akindynos); Gem - Sapphire; Colour - Maroon Motto: Audax at Fidelis (Bold but Faithful) Slogan or Nickname: Sunshine State, Smart State Other Australian states and territories Capital Brisbane Government Const. ... 1973 (MCMLXXIII) was a common year starting on Monday. ... Portrait of Ludwig Leichhardt Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Leichhardt (October 23, 1813 - 1848?) was a Prussian explorer and naturalist of Sorb descent. ... 1845 was a common year starting on Wednesday (see link for calendar). ...