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Murgon , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| In the heart of the South Burnett, Queensland’s fastest growing wine region, you will find the beautiful vineyard, cottage retreat and cellar door of Clovely Estate, Queensland’s largest vineyard and producer of quality wines.
Located near the town of Murgon, three hours drive north west of Brisbane and two hours driv |
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Maryborough , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| For a different type of experience, walk through one of the last remaining wetlands in the Maryborough area, Fay Smith Wetlands. There is a series of walking bridges and walking trails through the Fay Smith Wetlands, allowing visitors to enjoy the abundant bird life on offer. Fay Smith was a nature lover and photogra |
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Town Of Seventeen Seventy , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| Coral Lagoon on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, visited by day cruise from the Town of 1770, on the 'Reef Jet', with 1770 Holidays. Situated 32 nautical miles from Town of 1770 is the spectacular 2,000 acre Lagoon of Fitzroy Reef. The only natural formed, all tidal entrance Lagoon on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, |
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Richmond , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| Fossicking for marine fossils is one of the most popular activities for visitors to Richmond. Stop at the Kronosaurus Korner Visitor Information Centre and pick up a guide to Richmond's public fossicking sites located near town. Visitors are sure to find their own fossil in the Richmond area. The staff at Kronosauru |
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Kingaroy , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| Gordonbrook Dam is situated 20 kilometres from Kingaroy. Travel 11 kilometres north along the Bunya Highway from Kingaroy and after passing through Memerambi township, take the next left turn along Recreation Drive for nine kilometres to the Dam. The road is mainly bitumen with small stretches of good quality dirt road |
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Rainbow Beach , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| This trail in the Cooloola Section of the Great Sandy National Park offers walkers a wilderness experience of wildflowers, chattering birds, cool clear waterways and solitude. This is a harsh yet stunning coastal environment, where conditions vary greatly, from hot and dry summers to cool winters. Low-lying areas are u |
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Biggenden , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| For Four Wheel Drive enthusiasts, Coongarra Rock and Falls provide an opportunity to explore rocky outcrops, caves, rock pools and natural vegetation. It is possible to climb the rock but should only be attempted by fit and experienced bushwalkers. It is situated 24 kilometres south of Biggenden and Coalstoun Lakes.
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Biggenden , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| For Four Wheel Drive enthusiasts, Coongarra Rock and Falls provide an opportunity to explore rocky outcrops, caves, rock pools and natural vegetation. It is possible to climb the rock but should only be attempted by fit and experienced bushwalkers. It is situated 24 kilometres south of Biggenden and Coalstoun Lakes.
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Lady Elliot Island , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| The Coral Gardens at Lady Elliot Island on the Great Barrier Reef is a very interesting shore dive with a maximum depth of around 12 metres. The gardens were damaged by a cyclone in 1992 but have recovered remarkably since then. This is an extremely good night dive site with all types of marine life. Night dwellers lik |
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Wondai , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| Looking for a shady place to have lunch or let the children run free for awhile? Dingo Creek Park, on the northern outskirts of Wondai, is the ideal stopping point. With lots of open space, shady trees, a covered children’s play area, free electric barbecues, covered tables and benches, it is a great spot to picnic o |
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Monto , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| Cania Gorge National Park conserves a spectacular landscape of prominent sandstone cliffs, caves, eucalypt forest and dry rainforest on sheltered slopes.
Follow the Dripping Rock track for 400 metres before taking a right turn over the bridge across Russell Gully. A moderately steep track leads to the cliff face, whe |
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Benarkin , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| In Benarkin State Forest on the Blackbutt Range, majestic hoop pines rise above dense subtropical rainforest. Pines planted in the 1920s thrive near blue gum and ironbark forests. From the Benarkin day-use area, just off the D'Aguilar Highway, enjoy a 13 kilometre forest drive leading to two camping areas.
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Agnes Water , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| Eurimbula National Park is the site Captain James Cook chose in 1770 for one of his first landings in Queensland. Today it is a paradise for bushwalkers, boaties and anglers. The 360 metre walking track to Ganoonga Noonga lookout offers views along the coast and across swamps and heathlands. Try beach fishing. At high |
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Bundaberg , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| Fairymead house, built in 1890 to an Indian bungalow plan, was originally the home of the Young family, owners of Fairymead Sugar Mill and Plantation.
During 1984, Bundaberg Sugar Company donated the home to the City of Bundaberg as an Australian Bicentennial gift. Relocated to Bundaberg Botanical Gardens, the homest |
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Monto , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| There is a wide variety of flora and fauna to be observed in Cania Gorge National Park. More than 150 plant species grow in the brigalow forest, eucalypt and cypress pine woodlands, dry rainforest and grassland.
In excess of 90 species of birds have been recorded in the park. Brush-tailed rock-wallabies are often see |
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Town Of Seventeen Seventy , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| Encompassing 2000 acres with over 2,500 species makes Fitzroy Reef Lagoon just off from the Town of 1770 one of the most bio-diverse ecosystems.
Approximately 12 dive sites varying in depth and difficulty from novice to experienced are available in Fitzroy Reef Lagoon. The Keyhole, Sharky Ledge, Rainbow Wall and Neil' |
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Fraser Island , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| The stunning Fraser Island World Heritage Area is the setting for the Fraser Island Great! Walk that winds for 90 kilometres between Dilli Village and Happy Valley. Towering rainforests, crystal-clear lakes, coloured sands and vast sand dunes are just a few of the natural wonders you will discover on the walk.
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Fraser Island , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| Fraser Island, Great Sandy National Park is a wonderland which can take days to explore. Fraser Island, a World Heritage area, features huge dunes, wide ocean beaches and mighty rainforests growing on sand. Explore the rich cultural history of the Butchulla people and early pioneers. Walk the 90 kilometre Fraser Island |
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Bundaberg , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| Hoop pines, bottle trees and dry rainforest provide a wildlife haven in Goodnight Scrub National Park bounded by the Burnett River. The river is also one of the known habitats of the unique ‘living dinosaur’ Australian lungfish. With 165 species of birds and 60 butterfly species, Goodnight Scrub is a brilliant place to |
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Nanango , Fraser Coast & Hervey Bay |
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| This park, Green Park, derives its name from the 'Green Family' who were early settlers and business people in the Nanango District. The father, three of his sons, and a grandson were all Councillors. This park is located at Lee Court. There is a covered playground area. Come along and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere |
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Fraser Coast and Hervey Bay
Tours & Attractions
Whalesong Cruises
Let Whalesong Cruises take you to the area where you will get the closest encounters with whales that you will get anywhere in Australia.
MI Helicopters
MI Helicopters offers tours, transfers, scenic flights and lunch packages to suit all your requirements.
Whale, Fishing & Dive Charters
For Whale Watch, Fishing & Dive Charters come aboard Freedom III a luxurious 58ft catamaran owned and operated by a friendly and experienced couple who have lived in the Fraser Coast region for over 24 years.