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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Exciting wreck diving is to be had at the historic 'Llewellyn' site, east of Mackay on the Great Barrier Reef. The steamer was last seen departing Cape Capricorn Lighthouse on 17 July 1919 and disappeared during heavy gales as it sailed from Rockhampton to Bowen. The location of the vessel remained a mystery until 1997 |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Discover the arts and culture of the Mackay region when you visit Artspace Mackay, the regional art gallery and museum in the centre of the city. This architecturally award winning building provides visitors with an opportunity to learn about the people and history of Mackay through the Spirit and Place: Mementoes of |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| The area's longest stretch of beach, lined with tropical gardens (about six kilometres), Blacks Beach at Mackay's Northern Beaches is a great place to watch the Blue Pacific roll in at sunset.
Guests at any one of the beachfront caravan, camping, resort, self contained and motel style accommodation spots dotted along |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Scenic continental Brampton Island was once part of a mainland mountain range. Today it is surrounded by sparkling turquoise waters, rising from sea level to 214 metres at Brampton Peak.
Its rocky headlands dotted with hoop pines, open grasslands, woodlands, sheltered bays, and long sandy beaches make this island one |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Harrup Park Country Club is closely situated to the city heart of Mackay and offers a comprehensive sporting, dining and entertainment facility. Boasting a bistro, bar, coffee lounge and kids club, al fresco dining on The Deck, a nine hole par three golf course, gaming lounge, TAB and Keno, the Club has
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| The city Heritage Walk highlights some of Mackay’s magnificent turn-of-the-century architecture. A must for any visitor, the 90-minute walk includes many buildings that are listed with the National Trust, including the Mackay Court House and Commonwealth Bank façade.
Some of the buildings you will enjoy include: T |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Illawong Beach is a popular windsurfing destination for locals. The beach also offers great views of Dalrymple Bay and excellent fishing. Toilets, a playground, barbecues and picnic facilities are provided at Quota Park.
There's a great range of accommodations nearby including a resort, all within easy reach of the cen |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Lamberts Beach is seasonally patrolled and the lookout offers fabulous sea views out to the Cumberland Islands. It's also a popular spot for surfers when the swell is right, and a great whale watching platform during the winter months. Shady areas, picnic tables, play equipment and barbecues are all available at Lamber |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Study English in the heart of Queensland at Mackay Language College. With their experienced teachers you will study in a fun atmosphere and develop the skills to achieve your outcomes, whether they are career goals, government requirements or making friends in Australia. They can also help you write your English resume |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Mackay's magnificent world-class Marina Village has a tropical ambience, with leafy palms lining the waterfront esplanade and a view beyond to luxury yachts, sailing boats, blue skies and tropical islands.
The thriving commercial precinct boasts an impressive array of shops, bars and restaurants as well as the luxury |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Located just five kilometres from the Mackay city centre, the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens showcases the beautiful tropical flora from Mackay and the Whitsundays, along with other beautiful Australian native and exotic plants from similar climates around the world. This young botanic garden opened in 2003 and provid |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Discover a living piece of Mackay's heritage at the Town Hall in Sydney Street, Mackay. Originally built in 1912 the Mackay Town Hall is a beautiful historic building in the centre of the city which has been transformed into a heritage interpretative centre about the history of Mackay. Mackay Tourism Limited manages an |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Nestled in the foothills of the Clarke Range, 20 kilometres from Pinnacle west of Mackay, the Mia Mia State Forest is mostly open eucalypt forest. Bush camping and swimming is available at Captain Crossings on Teemburra Creek.
Vehicular access is by four wheel drive only. Remember that roads may be closed during wet |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| The Ken Burgess Orchid House is situated in Queen’s Park in Mackay City and has often been described as one of Mackay’s secret treasures. Established in 1886, Queen’s Park covers about six hectares. It is an oasis of large tropical trees such as the Banyan Fig and Royal Palm, some well over a Century old. The grounds a |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Reefari offers an awesome fishing and charter experience from Mackay Marina. Reefari has two charter boats, a 33 foot Cougar Cat and a 41 foot Steber Gameboat, and years of local experience and great service to match.
From a fast day trips and overnight charters to the islands and great barrier reef, a charter can be |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| The facilities onboard Reefstar Cruises Vessel MU2001 provides comfortable seating, air-conditioning and attractive decor. The vessel is a 30 metre wave piercer catamaran ideally suited for Island Day Trips and Corporate or Evening Functions. The vessel has a licensed bar, dance floor and disco lighting. So join Reefst |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Shoal Point is the most northern beach of the Northern Beaches and is approximately 15 minutes from Mackay City Centre. Shoal Point offers a beachfront, shady picnic area with views to the islands, Cape Hillsborough National Park and the Hibiscus Coast. It also provides excellent reef fishing; the more open sections of |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Smalley's Beach is situated approximately 35 kilometres north of Mackay and is part of the Hibiscus Coast. This secluded beach is also located in the Cape Hillsborough National Park and offers limited camping sites. Facilities include toilets, and small secluded sites. Water must be brought with you. Camping is by self |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| South Cumberland Islands National Park encompasses nine islands. Rocky, rugged, hoop pine-dominated headlands stand out from open eucalypt woodland and extensive grasslands of the wind-exposed slopes. Protected coves shelter long, sandy beaches, while deep gullies hide remnants of dry rainforest.
Ringed by fringing re |
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Mackay , Whitsundays Island & Mackay |
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| Popular for its sensational sunrises, Town beach offers great views of Flat and Round Top Islands and Dalrymple Bay. Town Beach is very popular with locals and visitors for late afternoon walks, fishing and watching the impact of Mackay's huge tides which can go out for miles during peak times.
Town Beach is only a fi |
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