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8354 - Whitsunday Guide 2018/19.indd 66 10/10/18 2:56 pm Whitsunday Coast Airport 2 Things to do 25 Surrounding area of Bowen map TOWELCOME BOWEN & COLLINSVILLE 4 Beaches & Snorkelling 31 Harbour Map The Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef 6 Walks 32 Bowen Street Map 34 Farming Map As Mayor of the wonderful 8 Our Lookouts 45 Collinsville Street Map Whitsundays, I would like 9 Bowen’s Murals, Regions Quilt to welcome you to the Fishing region. 10 Our unique part of the 13 Feast for the Senses world offers a diverse range 16 Bird Watching of ocean and outback Bowen’s History experiences complemented 17 by many amazing local 18 STAY - Holidaying in Bowen is a unique experience events. 23 Whitsunday Day Trips I encourage you to make the most of your stay in 24 Bowen’s Industries DRIVE tropical and outback north Queensland. 25 All Roads Lead to Here Bowen and Collinsville communities have tremendous spirit and are rich with character and 26 Travel - Air, Rail & Coach services country town hospitality. 27 Health Services From Bowen’s breathtakingly beautiful beaches 29 Community Support and stunning inner reefs to Collinsville’s rural Pamper yourself landscapes and mining heritage, there are many 30 stories waiting to be uncovered! 35 A Scenic Tour Around Tropical Bowen The Bowen community is a proud town and is 36 Business Services Townsville Bowen Hydeaway Bay Hayman Island famous for its diverse industries - mining, fishing 38 Automotive Services and agriculture. Welcome to Collinsville Most visitors are unaware that the vast majority of 40 fresh produce they will consume during winter is 46 Bowen and Collinsville Listings • Jack Collins Daydream Island produced on farms in the Bowen/Gumlu region - paddleboard or kayak at Gray’s Bay, take a sunset Airlie Beach PORT of Bowen, is a popular RV destination as visitors OF AIRLIE the nation’s largest winter growing district. stroll along Queen’s Beach or run with your dogs G FERRY Cairns R Hamilton Island explore the area and discover our rich mining E TERMINAL HTI along King’s Beach. A Proserpine Bowen is most famous for being the birthplace T Long heritage, uncovering tales of the good times, as Townsville B of the Kensington Pride Mango and the popular Situated on a dramatic coastline overlooking A Island well as struggle and strife. R WCA R2E2. The ‘BIG MANGO’ structure was erected the top of the Whitsunday Islands, Bowen hosts R Whitsunday I E Collinsville is the ‘Pit Pony Capital of Australia’ R Collinsville on the 25th May, 2002 to acknowledge and impressive walking trails and lookouts. Head
Coast Airport R with the Pit Pony Experience and local murals E consolidate the association the area has with the to Horseshoe Bay and walk the coastal trail or E Mackay F recounting their unique history. fruit. drive to the top of Flagstaff Hill to take in the The Coalface Museum highlights the perils of the DRIVE TIMES FROM WHITSUNDAY COAST AIRPORT (WCA) More than 70 per cent of all tomatoes and magnificent 360-degree views including our 1.5 Hrs mining industry and pays a poignant tribute to • WCA - Airlie Beach: 30 mins capsicums grown in Australia during September historic lighthouse on North Head Island. Keep an • WCA - Port of Airlie Ferry Terminal: 35 mins eye out during winter as whales make their way the miners who lost their lives on the 13th October, • Port of Airlie Ferry Terminal - Hamilton Island: 55 mins on ferry and October come from our area and other crops • WCA - Bowen: 56 mins along the Queensland coast. 1954. Brisbane include eggplants, chillies, zucchinis, squash, • WCA - Collinsville: 1 hr 56 mins With a myriad of experiences awaiting you, your • WCA - Townsville: 3 hrs beans, corn, pumpkins and cucumbers. Bowen also has a rich and interesting history, Bowen and Collinsville experience is sure to create • WCA - Mackay: 1.5 hrs Bowen is also renowned for its award-winning depicted in murals throughout the town with the life-long memories. beaches. Take the opportunity to experience feature mural on the Bowen Water Reservoir a 2 Hrs 20 Min beautiful corals and fish while snorkelling at standout. Mayor Andrew Willcox Horseshoe Bay or Rose Bay, go for a stand-up The coal mining town of Collinsville, 85km west We hope you enjoy your visit! Sydney Lascelles Avenue, Proserpine QLD 4800 3 Hrs For more information contact FLY 07 4945 0278 Bowen Visitor Information Centre Melbourne Find us on Facebook! CENTRE Bruce Highway, Mt Gordon Phone +61 7 4786 4222 Email [email protected] DOWNLOAD BOWEN’S The Official Tourism BOOTH Santa Barbara Parade, Bowen FREE APP Organisation Marketing Bowen or write to Bowen Tourism and Business PO Box 810, Bowen Qld 4805 www.tourismbowen.com.au
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8354 - Whitsunday Guide 2018/19.indd 66 10/10/18 2:56 pm THINGS TO DO
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WHITSUNDAY BOWEN SUPERBOATS FESTIVAL OF MOTORING JULY 19TH-21ST MAY 3RD TO MAY 5TH Bowen will again host the Offshore The Rally Whitsundays promoted Superboat Championships – aka the by Whitsunday Sporting Car Club ‘Fastest Sport on No Wheels’ in 2019. and Round 1 of the 2019 CAMS The Superboat Street Fest will be a Queensland Rally Championship will highlight of the weekend on Saturday be contested on Saturday 4 May 2019 night. Saturday and Sunday the on shire roads, private property and Superboats will battle it out on the within the township of Bowen. Across beautiful Edgecumbe Bay, with great the weekend take in Music, live acts viewing from along the foreshore and Classic Car Parades, Displays and surrounds. Show and Shines and more. • B. Kwaak BOWEN’S BOWEN RIVER RODEO WALK TO THE LIGHTHOUSE AND CAMPDRAFT AUGUST 31ST Once you return to the mainland, 7TH-9TH JUNE The North Head Lighthouse is one join the festivities as the sun sets and The Bowen River Rodeo and of the oldest in Queensland and is raise a toast to celebrate our nature, Campdraft is held annually on the connected to the mainland by a sand history and community. long weekend in June at the rodeo bar, which during the lowest winter grounds behind the Bowen River tides becomes exposed enough for BOWEN FAMILY Hotel. Campsites are available over the annual ‘Walk to the Lighthouse’. FISHING CLASSIC the weekend & there is also plenty of While your feet may get a little SEPTEMBER 21 & 22 live entertainment. wet (wear reef shoes!) you will be The Bowen Family Fishing Classic amazed by the abundance of sea life and Wet Weekend is held every THE BOWEN SHOW in the shallows. Stroll past giant red year on the first weekend of the JUNE 25TH starfish, watch green sea turtles dart September School Holidays. Top All the fun of the fair with rides and away across the sea grass beds and entertainment, family fun and great entertainment plus exhibits of local feather stars uncurling and crawling prizes to be won! produce, cattle, cooking, arts and away. Keep an eye on the horizon, as crafts. migrating whales often breach in the surrounding seas.
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No matter when you visit, Bowen has outdoor activities for BEACHES, everyone. Beaches are ‘our thing’ – Bowen is a beach-lovers paradise FISHING, with more than 8 amazing beaches SNORKEL, to explore. Snorkelling is a delight, with fringing coral reef found WALKS, straight off our mainland beaches. SAILING Anglers have the choice of reef, beach, estuary and deep-water fishing year-round. and character is likewise a draw card There are many different walks on for keen photographers and is quickly offer, from sandy beaches to trails becoming an Instagram favourite - with elevations that take in views of #visitbowen the bays, to a stroll around a botanical garden enjoying abundant flora and DINING & SHOPPING fauna. The food bowl of the north delivers wonderful fresh produce. Sampling Bowen is beautiful from the ground, is as easy as visiting the range of but even more amazing from above restaurants, pubs and cafes, all – get a thrill and stunning views with in excellent locations most just a skydive over paradise and land on a few minutes’ walk from your sweeping Queens Beach. Discover accommodation. A wander through Bowen’s coastline, scenic islands the main business centre uncovers and hidden beach resorts with a not only great local shopping but also day trip charter or take a ride on a a history lesson as told through the sailing yacht and discover the rich town’s murals! sailing heritage of the region with free Saturday Twilight Sailing at The North GOLF, TENNIS, BOWLS Queensland Cruising Yacht Club. Queens Beach boasts a nine-hole golf Talk to the team at the award-winning course with sweeping views of the Big Mango Information Centre to plan sea. Within walking distance are also your adventure. tennis courts and a bowling green. Bowen Bowls Club is on the corner of ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY Livingstone and Gregory Streets and The beauty of our region is a natural has a modern, shaded facility. • B. Kwaak inspiration for artists. Visiting artists can access facilities at the Bowen SUMMERGARDEN THEATRE Arts Centre in Beach Avenue, Summergarden Theatre in Queens Queens Beach. The gallery has an Beach is a gem of Bowen’s heritage, ever-changing exhibition of local art, built in 1948. Merging art-deco pottery and sculpture and is open by stylings, old world charm with the appointment by phoning 4785 1522 newest cinema technology, going to or online. Bowen’s scenic coastline ‘the pictures’ is a must-do for visitors.
WWW.TOURISMBOWEN.COM.AU 3 EACH BEACH HAS ITS OWN CHARM. WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING FOR YOUR OWN SECLUDED SANCTUARY, A PLACE FOR SOME SAFE FAMILY SWIMMING OR SNORKELLING OUR BEAUTIFUL CORAL REEFS, YOU CAN FIND IT HERE BEACHES &SNORKELLING
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HORSESHOE BAY MURRAY BAY ‘Australia’ and learn how they created movie magic. Families and groups It’s no surprise Horseshoe Bay is a This is a beautiful tropical bay BOWEN’S CLAIM can relax, with plenty of picnic areas, regular at the top of ‘best beaches’ complete with coconut trees. Access amenities, playgrounds, skate park TO FAME IS ITS lists! Protected and cosy, the white is solely down a narrow track or and free water park for the kids. Take BEAUTIFUL ARRAY sand and crystal-clear water make walking trail, but once there the a walk on the wharf and catch a fish it one of Bowen’s favourites. Just outlook is incredible, and you will OF PRISTINE or spot a green sea turtle as they metres offshore a spectacular coral love spending the day exploring pop up to say G’day! BEACHES. reef provides fantastic snorkelling the secluded beach. Murray Bay is and scuba diving. It also has an a favourite for photographers and entry point to the Cape Edgecumbe provides excellent snorkelling, diving ROSE BAY This sandy beach offers lovely views KINGS BEACH Walking Trail, which links the fringing and fishing. Beautiful, undeveloped and often reef beaches of Horseshoe, Murray & of Gloucester Island and Mother deserted means you can have the Rose Bays. FRONT BEACH Beddock. The adjoining public park area is perfect for families and place all to yourself. Kings Beach’s The perfect pull up area for travellers, groups with free barbecues, picnic sweeping shore is also an off-leash GRAYS BAY day-trippers and local and visiting tables and playground. Laze under dog friendly beach so it’s the perfect One of the most picturesque bays families. The foreshore area includes the shade of the palms or snorkel the spot to hang out with your best in Queensland and magnificent for community soundshell event space, fringing reef. mate. sunsets over the water. Grays Bay Catalina Memorial and information has a boat ramp, free barbecues and kiosk, complete with replica Big SUMMER 28°C a shady playground area is situated Mango. Discover Bowen’s role in AVERAGE AUTUMN 26°C WINTER 22°C GOOD FOR GOOD FOR GOOD FOR WATER nearby. It’s a popular spot for water the filming of the Baz Lurhmann WATER TEMP SWIMMING SNORKELLING/ SPORTS AND sport, from jet-ski’s to SUP. SPRING 24°C DIVING FISHING
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QUEENS BEACH DISCOVER FRINGING REEF Strolling along the 5km stretch FROM THE MAINLAND of Queens Bay’s sandy shore Did you know? Bowen is one of the offers plenty of great activities – very few places on the Queensland beachcombing, fishing or just taking coast where you can walk off the in the sunset. Bowen’s longest beach, head underwater and in 10 beach stretches from ‘The Pocket’ kicks be experiencing a living reef on Horseshoe Bay Rd to Yasso Point and an abundance of marine life. and the Don River mouth. Along Snorkelling in Bowen is as simple the way are several beachfront as hiring or bringing your own parks with free barbecues, large fins, snorkel and mask and walking playgrounds and Sunday markets. straight off the beach. Getting exercise with a view is easy High tide times allow snorkelers with kilometres of walking and to explore up into the rocks and bicycle paths and free exercise swim among the bountiful fish life equipment. at Horseshoe and Murray Bay. Low tide is best for viewing hard and soft CORAL BAY corals along the left side of Rose Secluded and tucked away between Bay and across the entrance of Horseshoe Bay and Grays Bay, the Horseshoe Bay. Among the many shores of this hidden spot include species you are likely to encounter, Bowen’s clothing-optional beach. expect to see large schools of There really is a beach for everyone brightly coloured parrot fish that are in Bowen! Follow the bush track or vital to a healthy coral ecosystem. ask a local for directions! • Mark Fitz
WWW.TOURISMBOWEN.COM.AU 5 ONE OF THE BEST WAYS TO ENJOY BOWEN’S COASTAL WALKS SCENERY IS TO EXPLORE THE MANY BEAUTIFUL TRACKS
1 HANSEN PARK TO HORSESHOE BAY WALK (2.6KM) Winding through shady beachside parkland and taking in beautiful views, follow the wide pathway from Queens Bay around to Horseshoe Bay. Kings Beach Walk (1.8km) An easy walk along the sandy beach, starting from the car park area below Flagstaff Hill or via the short, unsealed road off Queens Road. The beach is an off-lead area suitable for dog walking. 2 QUEENS BAY BEACH WALK (1.6KM) Follows Queens Beach from Yasso Point at the Don River mouth to Golf Links Road for beautiful views of both the bay and the suburb of Queens short 100-metre uphill climb with a lookout at the finishing back at Barker Park. To register for free go Beach. Alternatively follow the shared sealed bike top, offering breathtaking views. Continue along to www.parkrun. com.au/register/. and walking pathway. the main track for a few hundred metres and keep an eye out for a side path to your right, which 7 BOWEN FORESHORE TO QUEENS BAY MULLER’S LAGOON leads to the site of a World War II radar station and (3.5KLM) 3 anti-aircraft battery. Whilst the guns are long gone, This is easy access from the business centre to TO QUEENS BAY (3.8KM) you can still see the mounting points. Proceed scenic bays for walkers and cyclists. Includes a scenic walk around the lagoon and through Murray Bay, continuing towards Rose Bay. gardens, as well as along Soldiers Road that There is another side path to an imposing boulder 8 BOWEN FORESHORE & JETTY will take you to the beaches. Alternatively, if balanced precariously on a granite outcrop. This (FEW HUNDRED METRES) you are a keen bird watcher or botanist, stroll landmark, seen from many locations throughout Explore the Bowen foreshore, parks and Catalina through Mullers Lagoon and enjoy the flora Bowen, is Mother Beddock. From here you can memorial along sealed pathways. Step back in and fauna found within the 24 hectares of walk down to Rose Bay. time with a stroll along the historic jetty. Built in picturesque parkland. 1865, it’s perfect for spotting diverse marine life CAPE EDGECUMBE FRONT BEACH TO including turtles, dugongs and stingrays that 4 5 cruise the shallows when the tide is in. WALKING TRAIL (2.5KM) SPORTING COMPLEX WALK (4.6KM) Taking in Horseshoe Bay, Murray Bay and Rose Bay, nature lovers will be impressed by 6 PARK RUN BOWEN postcard-worthy lookouts, bays and beaches and Parkrun is a free weekly 5km timed event for LEGEND 1 step = approx. 0.8m All measurements estimations only opportunities to see native wildlife and bird life. both walkers and runners. We start at 7am each — – Walking paths n Parking Toilet You can walk the entire circuit or just part of it and Saturday from Barker Park walking and running to n Road n Reserves n Ocean/River there are entry points at each of the bays. If you Grays Bay before making our way through nearby start at Horseshoe Bay, the track begins with a parklands, Case Park and Hansen Park then n Snorkelling beaches
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•Michele Mayhew
FLAGSTAFF HILL HORSESHOE BAY ROTARY LOOKOUT Flagstaff Hill offers some of the best coastal views Take the short hike up to the Rotary Lookout for a you will ever see with a 360-degree panorama of stellar view of one of Bowen’s favourite beaches. the whole Bowen region – and you won’t have to Continuing along the Cape Edgecumbe walking walk up a hill! The lookout is an easy short drive* trail provides access to stunning elevated views from the main business centre and has ample from the World War II Radar Station Lookout and parking, making it highly accessible for all visitors. Mother Beddock. Use the binoculars for $2 to see even more, from RESERVOIR HILL the Whitsundays hinterland and mountains, to Although not an official lookout, take the short Abbot Point and Bowen’s rich farming land, and GRAYS BAY PICNIC SPOT This accessible lookout is just a short walk from drive to view the water tank murals up close via northern Whitsunday islands. During winter this is the Grays Bay car park and is a favourite for sunset Tynwald Avenue and you will be rewarded with an ideal land-based whale watching location. dinners. excellent views of the coast, town and Mullers *towing vehicles are not recommended Lagoon.
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4 G H 8 7 6 5 3 R E E POWELL STREET R B G 9 2 1 E 11 10 O 20 19 3 R R T Y WILLIAMS STREET EVERY TOWN HAS IT’S OWN UNIQUE STORY S S 25 BOWEN’S HISTORY, CULTURE, NATURE AND HERITAGE 12 T 13 14 T 18 R ARE TOLD THROUGH OVER 28 MURALS THAT ADORN R BUSINESSES ACROSS THE TOWN. GEORGE STREET E E E Many murals adorn the walls of buildings throughout town, from historical E 15 16 T 17 scenes to vibrant depictions of our region and community. Keep an eye out for T the water tank murals and their iconic Bowen scenes, visible from many angles DALRYMPLE STREET at BOAT HARBOUR 27 as you explore the town. MURAL INDEX 1 Transporting a Boiler to the Goldfields Herbert Street, Bowen Council Library 2 Peter Delamothe, Attorney General* Herbert Street, Council Chambers wall 3 Goat Cart Powell Street 4 Salt Harvest Powell Street opposite ANZ Bank (car park) 5 First Motor Vehicles Powell Street 6 First Ambulance and First Fire Truck Powell Street, Burnups 7 Early Farming Days Powell Street 8 Carson the Wheelwright Powell Street 9 Denison Hotel Powell Street 10 Federation of Port, Williams Street, Cnr Williams and Gregory Streets 11 Betzel Pioneer Families Williams Street, Opposite IGA Supermarket 12 South Sea Islanders, Aboriginal and Islander Williams Street – IGA Supermarket car park 13 History of Bowen* George Street, Girudala Co-Operative Society Ltd BOWEN’S WATER TANK 14 Coal, Fire and Stream George Street 15 The SS Canberra George Street, Jochheim’s Pie Shop Standing tall above the landscape of Bowen, visitors can’t miss the bright scenes that adorn our town 16 The Newspaper History George Street, Robbo’s Bowen reservoir tanks. Once sporting the ‘Bowenwood’ signage (a homage to the town’s movie making days Furnishers during the filming of Baz Lurhmann’s Australia), the community, council and local tourism organisation 17 Bank of New South Wales George Street, Cnr Herbert and came together to give our water tanks a colourful face lift in 2018. The result, featuring icons of the George Streets 18 Bowen Municipal Band George Street, Central Hotel wall region from the famous Bowen Mango, to historic North Head Lighthouse and sailing across the blue 19 Aviation History Herbert Street, Sails on Main waters of the Whitsundays, are a must see. 20 Pioneer Women Williams Street, Sails on Main 21 James Morrill* Herbert Street , Bowen State Primary School THE REGIONS QUILT 22 Coal Loading from Jetty Herbert Street – Woolworths, Centrepoint Shopping Centre A tourist attraction that should not be 23 missed is hanging in the Bowen Library, Integration of the Arts* Argyle Park/Richmond Roads Herbert Street. This is a masterpiece 24 Merinda School Argyle Park Road in stitching and was created by the 25 History of Policing Williams Street, Commonwealth Bank 26 Murroona Homestead WeStreets Lane, wall of a Murroona Bowen Quilters and Needlecraft Group Gardens resident house depicting the Whitsundays Region’s 27 Scene of Front Beach Post WW11 Bowen Seafoods history and attractions. It took 1426 28 50 Years Queensland Rail Woolworths wall hours of combined stitching by the group. *Denotes murals not commissioned by the Bowen Shire Festival of Murals Society Inc.
WWW.TOURISMBOWEN.COM.AU 9 FISHING BOAT RAMPS Public boat ramps can be found at the Bowen Boat Harbour (all tide, multi lane and includes pontoon walkway), Grays Bay and at the mouth of the Don River at Yasso Point, Queens Beach. Yasso Point boat ramp is only accessible high tide, not suitable for large craft.
FISHING Fishing is one of Bowen’s biggest attractions, with its numerous creek systems, coral studded islands, offshore reefs, and most importantly, abundant fish life.
OFFSHORE FISHING Bowen has a multitude of offshore fishing spots, Creek Boat Club offers modern facilities and they including the fringing reefs around our inshore are open to the public. There are four boat ramps islands. These islands range between 1 and 18 NM that are well maintained all year round. Beside the Top FISHING Spots from the Bowen Harbour and are named North ramps is a huge multipurpose area that includes n Inner Bowen Mackerel Patch showers, toilets, and a large covered area fitted out Head, Stone, Middle, Gloucester and Holbourne. S 19.55.558E 148.14.350 They all have abundant reef for both line and spear with barbecues. The club is continually working to fishing. improve access. The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park n Second Bowen Mackerel Patch surrounds Cape Upstart National Park and is only S 19.52.272E 148.12.544 IN THE REGION accessible by boat. A short drive north of Bowen, Molongle Creek offers n Wintershoal great fishing, as well as access to Cape Upstart DON’T HAVE A BOAT? S 20.04.503E 148.18.210 National Park that is only accessible by boat. If you There are plenty of land-based options including n have the time, you really should plan to stay for the Bowen Jetty, the rocks at the southern end of Cheybassa 20.04.296 148.20.211 a few days, and Molongle Creek Tourist Caravan Kings Beach and the rocky outcrops at Horseshoe, S E Grays and Rose Bay. Whiting are caught around Park is worth considering. To get there turn right n Bradys Reef off the Bruce Highway onto Molongle Beach the mouths in the town area including Magazine S 20.03.348 E 148.24.982 Road only 55 kilometres north of Bowen. The park Creek near the boat harbour, Doughty’s Creek at caters for all who love fishing and crabbing and the western edge of town and Sandhills Creek at n Mystery Reef there’s plenty of parking for boats. The Molongle Kings Beach. S 20.07.343 E 148.19.973
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RENOWNED FOR ITS STRONG ASSOCIATION WITH THE MANGO, BOWEN IS ALSO THE SALAD BOWL OF THE NORTH, WITH FIELDS OF SALAD VEGETABLES, AND EXOTIC FRUITS DOTTING THE LANDSCAPE. THE THRIVING SEAFOOD INDUSTRY ENSURES DINERS ENJOY SOME OF THE BEST SEAFOOD IN THE WORLD WITH THE FRESHEST OF LOCAL CATCH AVAILABLE DIRECT THROW A PRAWN ON THE BARBIE Bowen is an unexpected surprise for café lovers. Plenty of free BBQs provide opportunities for Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in style and allow the FROM THE SUPPLIER. families to venture outside and enjoy the temperate conversation to complement the quality of the food. climate we experience year-round. Buy freshly caught seafood, local beef and fresh local fruit & QUALITY PUB GRUB EXQUISITE CUISINE For those who appreciate refined culinary vegetables to create your own dining experience. There’s nothing like the Aussie pub for a good feed – budget-friendly and authentic but with that Bowen experiences or for that special occasion, Bowen FOOD WITH A VIEW fresh produce twist. Comprehensive menus with delivers again unique dining venues. Attentive and friendly staff will ensure your dining experience Bowen is all about the laid-back lifestyle, so it’s fresh local produce used extensively are the norm, is enjoyable and they also offer quality meals no wonder dining at one of our bayside venues and mouth-watering meals the result. prepared by talented chefs. or casual takeaways on the beach are popular experiences. With expansive coastal areas, dining with a view is a delight. Fish & chips after a day on the beach, a bottle of Sav Blanc and watching the sunset over Grays Bay is one of life’s immeasurable pleasures.
THE LARRIKIN HOTEL Open Monday - Saturday 5pm-9pm MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE • Restaurant • Covered Beer Garden - • Pokies • Dine In • Takeaways • Home Delivery Discover more than a basic cuppa – Lazy Sunday • Daily Meal Specials Available for Functions • Keno • Catering• Fully Licensed brunches at the beach, unique coffee houses and A 69 Herbert Street, Bowen A 2A Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen P 07 4786 4323 M 0422 998 237 Whitsunday Sands bakeries with more than hunky beef pies to offer, E [email protected] P 07 4786 3333 M 0402 696 111 P4
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LE SORELLE COFFEE HOUSE THE SISTERS COFFEE HOUSE Coffee House, Florist & Gift Shop all under one roof! OPEN 7 DAYS A must visit destination when visiting Bowen! 10AM-8PM LIP’S KITCHEN • Free WiFi - Kids Playground • Indoor & Outdoor Dining - Air-conditioned • Fresh Seafood Daily ASIAN TAKEAWAY • Weekdays 7am to 2pm • Weekends 8am to 2pm • Cooked Fish & Chips Open Tuesday to Sunday Lunch and Dinner • Bait and Ice A 23a Gregory Street, Bowen. Map J22 A 52 Richmond Road, Bowen P 07 4786 1206 P 07 4786 3404 A 19 Gregory Street, Bowen E [email protected] P 07 4786 2462 L22 E [email protected] L22 W www.lesorellethesisters.com.au H16
OPEN 7 DAYS Bowen Meat Supply LUNCH Gary & Widdy Monday to Friday The Cove 10.30am - 3.00pm RESTAURANT & BAR BOWEN MEAT SUPPLY L20 DINNER • Grass Fed Beer, Pork, Lamb & Chicken Monday to Sunday THE COVE RESTAURANT & BAR • Plain & various Marinades 5.00pm - 9.30pm • Licensed Bar • Banquet Functions • Takeaway Food • Flavoured Snags • Rumoured to be the best in Bowen. Orders Welcome A Coral Cove Apartments, Horseshoe Bay P Bookings Essential 07 4786 3842 A 74 Herbert Street, Bowen Find us on Facebook A 42 William Street, Bowen E [email protected] P 07 4786 5676 Bowen Meat Supply P 07 4786 3332 M22 W www.thecoverestaurant.com.au P4
BOWEN’S iconic GRAND The Heart of Bowen VIEW HOTEL More than just a pub.
Bringing together a collection of history, unique styling, dining and entertainment experiences, the Grand View Hotel is a unique haven that is unrivalled, even in the Whitsundays.
5 Herbert Street, Bowen (07) 4786 4022 www.grandviewhotelbowen.com
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CENTRAL HOTEL • Excellent Food • Pokies • Keno • U-Bet • Air-conditioned Bar and Bistro Delicious food, tantalising beverages A 29 Herbert Street, Bowen and endless catering options. P 07 4786 1812 M22 OPEN SUNDAY-THURSDAY FRIDAY & SATURDAY Meraki Whitsundays is the perfect 11am-10pm 11am-11pm relaxing atmosphere and escape for Bo lema AIR-CONDITIONED, LICENSED, DINE IN RESTAURANT, FREE WI-FI locals and tourists alike. CENTRAL HOTEL BOTTLEMARTS TAKEAWAY, DELIVERIES AND ONLINE ORDERING AVAILABLE TAKEAWAY LIQUOR OUTLETS aFacebook iInstagram Trip Advisor A 21 Herbert Street, Bowen Locally Owned A 93 Herbert Street, A Centrepoint Plaza P 4785 0556 P 07 4786 2565 Bowen Richmond Road, Bowen P www.pizzahut.com.au & Operated N23 E [email protected] P 07 4786 2300 K20 P 07 4786 3270 J16
OPEN 7 DAYS
• Specialising in beautiful local, wild-caught seafood straight from the trawlers to you • Tasty hot fish and chips ANGUS QUALITY BUTCHERS • Wholesale and retail • Bait and Ice • Live coral trout tanks • BYO Beer & Wine • Outdoor seating area for you • Finest Quality • Beef • Pork • Lamb to enjoy you fresh cooked local seafood while overlooking Bowens beautiful harbour • Prepared Chicken Dishes • Ready to Cook Gourmet Selections A 42 Henry Darwen Drive, Bowen A 45 Gordon Street, Bowen P 07 4786 4631 • 07 4786 2631 • 07 4786 1188 Q23 P 07 4786 1457 K22
Lunch & Dinner • OPEN 7 DAYS LUNCH & DINNER
• TAB, KENO & GAMING WE ARE HERE Paddy & Jayne O’Regan owners of Jochheims Pies • DRIVE IN BOTTLE SHOP TO BOWEN CENTRAL ONT BEA FURNITURE HOTEL E BE T ST EET JOCHHEIMS BAKERY CAFE WESTPAC BANK • ACCOMMODATION FROM $100p/n • PIES • COFFEE • HOT BREAD • TREATS Taste our delicious range of Freshly EO E ST EET OPEN 7 Days • CLOSE TO BEACH, GOLF COURSE, Baked products Please come and meet us at Jochheims Bakery Cafe, where the tradition has MOVIES & RACE COURSE been carried on since 1963. During your visit you’ll smell the aroma of freshly cooked pies, gourmet sandwiches, Gluten free Carrot Cake or Bowen’s Best Coffee. You can taste our homemade products and relax in our 65 seat, air- A 101 Golflinks Road, Bowen conditioned bakery cafe. We’re open Monday-Friday 5.30am till 3.30pm and P 07 4785 1555 Saturday 6.00am till 1.30pm. • Clean Restrooms • Buses welcome • Catering E [email protected] for corporate functions or family gatherings • Pies, pastries, hot bread, coffee, gourmet rolls, sandwiches, quiches, vegetarian. W www.queensbeachmotorhotel.com.au
A 49 George Street, Bowen P 07 4786 1227 $15 Lunch Menu & Meal Deals E [email protected] E7 P www.jochheimspies.com.au M23 Every Night
WWW.TOURISMBOWEN.COM.AU 15 COMBINING DRY SAVANNAH, SUB-TROPICAL RAINFOREST AND COASTAL ECO-SYSTEMS, BIRD WATCHING BOWEN IS A TWITCHERS PARADISE.
MULLERS LAGOON IS A BIRD-WATCHING HOT SPOT, WITH 23.57 HECTARES OF WETLAND HABITAT EASILY ACCESSIBLE IN THE CENTRE OF TOWN. A BIRD HIDE MAKE
FOR EASY BIRD SPOTTING. 176 SPECIES • McCraeProperty OF BIRD HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AND INCLUDED ON THE HANDY SPECIES LIST PRINT-OUT. AVAILABLE ONLINE.
Other great bird-watching locations: Don River mouth (coastal species), Cape Edgecumbe Trail, Foreshore (Red-tailed Black-cockatoo and coastal species). A walking track surrounding the lagoon features interpretive facilities, seating and bridges. It is well worth the walk with displays of dry climate palms, native and exotic shrubs and perennials on offer. There is also a Frangipani garden nearby with around 70 plants with various colours. These varieties can have several characteristics, such as double flowers, large flowers and intense colours to name a few. A popular site for weddings and functions, it’s also a place to relax and have a picnic with family or friends. There is a playground, picnic area with toilets, free barbecues and shade trees. • MelanieMillwood
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BOWEN HISTORICAL MUSEUM STEP BACK IN TIME Our Museum was established on the 16th of valuable local history. We also feature a collection August 1963 and from humble beginnings has of early printing presses, typesetters etc that were grown to a well-known museum with displays of used to create these early publications. THE CATALINA INTERPRETIVE aboriginal, pioneer and local history. Bowen was CENTRE CELEBRATES THE HISTORICAL Our local war heroes from both World Wars and the the first township settled north of Rockhampton SIGNIFICANCE OF THE SITE. conflicts in Korea and Vietnam are honoured by a in 1861. comprehensive display and visitors to the museum It’s located beside the hardstand area where in Moss Vale cottage, which was built on MossVale are free to browse the many albums of service World War 2, Catalinas were maintained and station in 1872, was relocated to the museum records of local soldiers and airmen. serviced before being redeployed. Information grounds in 1972. The cottage features displays of about Bowen’s involvement in World War II and Displays of Bowen’s industries such as farming, old furniture, some created from kerosene boxes images of the Catalinas are etched into large meatworks, salt-works, copper refinery are also and tins (showcasing the inventiveness of our glass panels which give the effect of the planes featured as well as well as the history of our port pioneers, tools, laundry, saddlery, cooking and coming in to land on the bay when the viewer is and railway. butter making equipment. The exterior and internal looking at the images. It also includes a modern walls of the cottage are of slab construction and the Other displays include education, religion, essential war memorial wall. building has been kept as authentic as possible. services and local government. The precinct is dotted with plaques that explain Every newspaper printed in Bowen since 1864 A vast collection of local history captured in significant historical events that helped shape is available in digital form and visitors are able to photographs and documents (such as immigration modern day Bowen. Mature trees, shrubs and request information on their descendants, as well as records) is available for research purposes. garden beds complete the stunning foreshore.
The Territory Hotel was built especially for the movie on set and removed after shooting.
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• JackCollins A HOLIDAY IN BOWEN IS A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE THANKS TO THE DIVERSE RANGE OF ACCOMMODATION TO SUIT ANY BUDGET, COMBINED WITH SOME OF QUEENSLAND’S BEST VIEWS. DURING PEAK HOLIDAY PERIODS ACCOMMODATION CAN BE HARD TO FIND AND IT IS ADVISABLE TO BOOK AHEAD.
LUXURY CARAVAN PARKS At the top end of the scale, Bowen boasts absolute Imagine opening up your tent flap or caravan beachfront resorts where you can kick back in door to a magnificent beach view. Bowen style and enjoy tranquillity. Nestled on a secluded has just that with a number of caravan parks beach away from the rest of the world, resort style situated right on the white sandy beaches. accommodation is superbly appointed with views You can swim, snorkel, fish or even scuba dive of the sparkling sea, and the beach, snorkelling on your own coral reef, right at your doorstep. and walking trails on your doorstep. Rooms are big And you don’t have to pay a fortune. These and airy, and apartments are fully self-contained caravan parks offer a distinctly friendly and and serviced weekly. Resort style accommodation laid back style of holiday. also feature swimming pools and barbecue areas. FARM STAYS, B&BS & MOTELS & APARTMENTS HOLIDAY HOMES Motels and holiday apartments are a popular There are a couple of farm stays in the region. choice with families. They offer a unique Australian experience for Some motels are located close to the beach, the BACKPACKERS travellers of all ages seeking a taste of genuine golf course and convenience shops and others Australian country surroundings and hospitality. If you’re travelling on a budget there is a choice are located closer to the CBD and all the facilities of dedicated backpacker establishments or pubs that the town offers. Most motels offer standard Bed and Breakfasts are another way to experience offering cheap accommodation. Options include and executive style rooms including single, twin, Bowen and get to know the people first hand. dorms and double rooms. You will find them clean double and family occupancy. Holiday homes come with a selection of 2, 3, 4, & and comfortable, offering lots of services. If you wish to be self-sufficient there is a huge 5 bedroom fully furnished, incl linen. Option extra range of self-contained holiday apartments and hire, Aus Star, internet. Close to town. Pet and child PET FRIENDLY units available. Most are situated close to the sea friendly. A full variety of pet friendly accommodation offering panoramic views across the bays. including units, motels, homes and caravan parks Refer to Page 49 for full listing is available.
18 DOWNLOAD THE FREE BOWEN TOP OF THE WHITSUNDAYS APP WHITSUNDAY SANDS RESORT Whitsunday Sands Resort offers self contained units, motel style units and studio units. This accommodation is set amongst acres of beautiful landscaped gardens at very reasonable rates. Located on a peninsula, providing direct access to beautiful Horseshoe Bay on the eastern side, and four secluded beaches on the western side. It is like an island on the mainland.
A 2a Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen E [email protected] P 07 4786 3333 F 07 4786 3388 W www.whitsundaysandsresort.com P3
CORAL COVE APARTMENTS DISCOVER LUXURY AAA Rated • Located right on the edge of the Coral Sea • Large balconies all overlooking the water • Fully self-contained apartments • One, two & three bedrooms • Main bedroom with king bed & ensuite • Complimentary undercover secured parking • 2 lifts to all levels • Large pool & spa • Complimentary WiFi A 2B Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen QLD 4805 E [email protected] • Restaurants & cafe within walking P 07 4791 2000 W www.coralcoveapartments.com.au distance P4
Absolute Beachfront Absolutely Stunning
ROSE BAY RESORT • Unsurpassed ocean and island views • Fully self- contained 2 BR Penthouses, 2 BR and 1 BR Apartments and 1 BR Studios, • Free Wireless Broadband / Lift access to all levels • Pool and BBQ / Private balconies • Fully Air-conditioned / Foxtel
A 2 Pandanus Street, Bowen E [email protected] P 0 7 4786 9000 W www.rosebayresort.com.au R9
WWW.TOURISMBOWEN.COM.AU 19 GLOUCESTER PASSAGE BEACH HOUSE WHITSUNDAY RETREAT • Fully self-contained 3 bedroom house sleeps 6 max EE S BEA OTE • Relax in a hammock under the palms IS RO AR S O ACCO A A I • Absolute beachfront view across passage to Gloucester CAPE GLOUCESTER RESORT Island • P A S LU R THE ISLAND ESCAPE WITHOUT LEAVING THE MAINLAND • Excellent fishing, swimming, bushwalks, beach walks • AB, A • Licensed Bar & Restaurant and bird watching • R B L S P • 25m Swimming Pool • A A FR 1 p/n • Boat ramp adjacent to property • Air-conditioned Cabins • L S B A , LF URS , S • Delicious meals available at nearby restaurants if • Guests Boat Ramp RA URS required • Live music every Sunday • Linen and towels provided • Day guests welcome A o f in s oad, Bowen A Gloucester Avenue, Hydeaway Bay P 07 478 P 07 4945 7242 E boo in s@ ueensbeac ub.com.au P Ann Donnan 07 4785 1535 or Mob 0412 839 339 E [email protected] W www. ueensbeac motor ote .com.au E7 E [email protected] W www.capeg.com.au
CASTLE MOTOR LODGE M O TEL • 32 Split system air-conditioned units • Fully licenced restaurant & bar • Undercover parking • Pet Friendly • Pool and BBQ • Air conditioned • Pool & spa • Guest laundry • Foxtel • Large modern rooms • Truck/trailer/caravan Parking • Free Broadband internet access • Conference facilities • Free WiFi • Meals available A 6 Don Street, Bowen A 18512 Bruce Highway, Bowen P 07 4786 1322 P 07 4786 2499 E [email protected] H20 W www.bowenarrowmotel.com C28
OCEAN BREEZE UNITS • Spacious two bedroom apartments • Fully self-contained • Private balconies • 84 powered sites • 10 camping sites • Swimming pool Award Winner • Large in-ground pool • BBQ • Spacious grounds • 3 amenities blocks including laundry equipment BOWEN B&B o t o 10 • Near park, children’s playground, restaurants, cinema and • Amenities for those with a disability GALLERY ON THE HILL golf course • Dog friendly - conditions apply A 34 Tynwald Avenue, Bowen • Weekly and Monthly rates also available A 66 Golf Links Road, Queens Beach, Bowen P 0434 298 390 | 07 4786 6952 A 5 Marshall Street, Queens Beach, Bowen P 07 4785 1152 F7 E [email protected] P 07 4785 1115 E [email protected] W www.bowenbandb.com.au H18 E [email protected] D7
Ensuite Cabins from $110 per night Powered Sites from $35 per night
HHHH RATED Rest & Relax amid seven acres of gardens just a short stroll to a beautiful sandy beach, playgrounds, walking path with exercise equipment, seaside golf course, tennis courts, lawn bowls, clubs, medical centre, cinemas, hotel, takeaway and convenience store. Stay in one of our neat self-contained, air conditioned ensuite cabins or bring your caravan or camp and enjoy our spacious sites. Relax and refresh in or around our crystal clear swimming pool or under a shady tree.
A 160 Mt Nutt Rd, Queens Beach Bowen E [email protected] P 07 4785 1313 W www.qbtvbowen.com.au E8
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BARNACLES BACKPACKERS MOLONGLE CREEK TOURIST CARAVAN PARK Central Location • Work & Transport Arranged Sites with concrete slabs & Cabins • Dorm, Twin & Doubles available A For bookings contact the Club Caretaker A 16-18 Gordon Street, Bowen P 07 4784 8009 P 07 4786 4400 M 0418 747 387 M20 W www.molonglecreekcaravanpark.com.au
BOWEN PALMS Pearly Shell Motel CARAVAN PARK • Cabins & Villas • private Ensuite Sites The Friendliest • Drive Thru Bays (Bus Friendly) Little Motel in NQ • Powered & Tent Sites • Swimming Pools • Camp Kitchen & TV PEARLY SHELL MOTEL • BBQ, Gas, Ice & WiFi • Pets Welcome (on lead) • Pool & BBQ • Guest Launcry • Permanent Ensuite Sites available • Airconditioned • Free Wi-Fi • Family rooms with kitchenettes A 18477 Bruce Highway, Bowen P 07 4786 2994 A 2 Don Street, Bowen A 18317 Bruce Hwy, Bowen E [email protected] P 07 4786 1788 P 07 4786 1377 W www.bowenpalms.com.au C28 E [email protected] H21 W www.bowenoceanviewmotel.com.au
PORT DENISON HORSESHOE BAY RESORT THE ONLY PLACE TO STAY MOTOR INN • Bay View Accommodations • Pool & Spa • Budget Cabins • Snorkel/Stinger Suit HIRE or Buy • Right on the foreshore • Kitchenettes • Powered Sites • Licenced Café (leased) • Ocean or garden views • Guest laundry • Camp Kitchen & BBQs • Boat Ramp Nearby • Off street parking • Wireless Internet • Interconnecting rooms available • BBQ facilities • Disabled Facilities • Sandy Beaches & Reef just offshore • Wheel chair friendly • All ground floor rooms A 1 Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen A 11 Dalrymple Street, Bowen (opp Grandview Hotel) P 07 4786 2564 P 07 4786 6822 E [email protected] E [email protected] W www.portdenisonmotorinn.com.au M24 W www.horseshoebayresortbowen.com.au P4
PALM VIEW HOLIDAY APARTMENTS • Complimentary WiFi & Broadband Internet • Foxtel Sports & Movies • Fully appointed kitchens • Air conditioned • Overnight or weekly • Modern & Spacious • Secluded pool
A Cnr Horseshoe Bay Road & Soldiers Road, Bowen P 07 4785 1415 E [email protected] E www.palmviewapartments.com J9
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CARAVAN PARK
FREE WiFi HARBOUR LIGHTS TOURIST PARK Overlooking the harbour and Main Beach. The only • Beachfront Self-Contained Cabins caravan park in town with harbour view. Self Contained cabins, villas and powered sites • Oceanfront & Private Ensuite Sites for Caravanners • Large Shady Sites • Swimming Pool • BBQ • Dogs conditional A 40 Santa Barbara Parade, Bowen P 07 4786 1565 • Bookings 1300 559 124 E [email protected] A Howard Street, Bowen E [email protected] W www.harbourlightscaravanpark.com.au O23 P 07 4785 1490 W www. tropicalbeachcaravanparkbowen.com.au J9
Enjoy our relaxed and friendly park located at the top of the beautiful Whitsundays
• Self contained cabins • Large grassy sites, drive through available • Tropical pool with splash park • We are pet friendly BLUEWATER HARBOUR • Camp kitchen with firepit HHHH AAA Rated • 2.5km to Big Mango and Bowen’s best Corporate Motel No 1 Motel in Bowen tourist information centre • Motel Units • Two Bedroom Villas on TripAdvisor
A 1 Powell Street, Bowen A 18540 Bruce Highway, Bowen P 1800 188 601 / 07 4786 6289 P 07 4786 1366 E [email protected] E [email protected] W www.bluewatermotel.com.au W www.bluewaterservicedapartments.com.au N21 W www.bowenholidaypark.com.au B28
BEACHSIDE HOLIDAY UNITS ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT • Fully self-contained units SKYVIEW UNITS • Airconditioned Stay with us. We know you’ll be surprised! • Private pool • Self Contained • Free WiFi • Overnight or Long Term • Tropical garden setting A 47 Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen • Positioned right on the beach Skyview Units provides affordable self contained P 07 4786 2232 accommodation in Bowen, incuding studio, one bedroom E [email protected] A 38 Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen and two bedroom apartments. These rooms are available for P 07 4786 2561 W www.skyviewunits.com.au E [email protected] N9 overnight, short or long term stays. F SkyViewUnits N9
22 DOWNLOAD THE FREE BOWEN TOP OF THE WHITSUNDAYS APP AT THE TOP OF BOWEN IS AN EASY 55 MINUTES’ DRIVE TO THE MAIN DEPARTURE POINTS FOR the Whitsundays CRUISES, DAY-TRIPS AND ADVENTURES!
Experience the wonder of the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands from above with a scenic flight or dive in for a closer look. Snorkel or scuba to discover a world of fringing coral and diverse marine life. Enjoy a thrilling ride or romantic sail through the sparkling blue waters of the Whitsundays, witness the swirling sands of Hill Inlet and be amazed at the dazzling expanse of Whitehaven Beach. Venture offshore Bowen or Airlie Beach to witness the Humpback Whale migration and marvel at these gentle giants. Skydive over the Whitsunday Islands or take your pick of land-based fun from Segway to Wildlife tours.
All tours include an extensive insight into the cultural Explore the heritage and history of the region, marine life, the importance of conservation and the need to protect the reef. • Snorkelling gear and stinger suits available • Guest towels provided • Seafood and fresh fruit platters available • Cooler (eski), ice and water provided Whitsunday Region • Gourmet lunches available or BYO food and refreshments • Enquire about pick-up direct from your island resort
P 0428 542 508 To book your Whitsunday adventure, contact the Bowen Visitor Information E [email protected] W www.whitsundayparadiseexplorer.com Centre or visit tourismbowen.com.au for a free booking service.
BEST OF THE WHITSUNDAYS Cruise with us daily to the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, 2017 Gold Hamilton and Daydream Islands.
Major Tour and Transport Operators Full and Half Day Cruises to: • The Great Barrier Reef • Reefsleep - Sleep on the reef • Hamilton and Daydream Islands • Whitsunday Islands & Whitehaven Beach
Family, Senior, Backpacker and Student discounts available A Port of Airlie, 24 The Cove Road, Airlie Beach E [email protected] P 07 4846 7000 W www.cruisewhitsundays.com
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GRAZING FARMWORK More than 25 million hectares in the Bowen For backpackers and other visitors seeking farm Collinsville region produces beef cattle. work Bowen offers a great location, with plenty of opportunities and accommodation options, as The local grazing community is actively working at well as a laid-back beachside location to enjoy. reducing impact on the Great Barrier Reef. NQ Dry Accommodation includes hostels, affordable Tropics is leading the Landholders Driving Change caravan parks and guest houses and many may project, a three-year program to pilot cost-effective also be able to help you find work and provide solutions to keep soil on the land, reduce run-off to transport. the reef, and to help achieve enduring, sustainable and productive land management. Some things to note: Be aware that weather plays PORT OF ABBOT POINT an important role in harvesting, from affecting start Graziers are fully involved in the process of The Port of Abbot Point is Australia’s most northern days to creating shortages. If it rains work may not designing projects to improve their land and reduce coal export port and one with remarkable potential be available and your income may be temporarily sediment run-off. The project is trialling a range of for trade growth. affected. Wages are generally based on the volume innovative landscape repair options, some tried of crop picked rather than the number of hours In naturally deep water, the port is located 25 and tested, some new. It means graziers have clear worked. kilometres north of Bowen and incorporates the ownership of its outcomes. Adani Abbot Point Terminal (AAPT) with a current Although experience is not always necessary, it Landholders Driving Change is one of two Major export capacity of 50 million tonnes per annum. is important to remember that getting your ’88 Integrated Projects (MIPs) recommended by the days’ can mean early starts and labour intensive For the 2016-17 financial year it achieved export Great Barrier Reef Water Science Taskforce and work in hot and dusty conditions. Be prepared figures of 25.4 million tonnes of coal and handled funded by the Queensland Government through with adequate sun and insect protection and stay 311 ships. the Queensland Reef Water Quality Program. If hydrated. it works well, this new model of program delivery may be transferred to other catchments in the reef HORTICULTURE PRODUCTS community. The Bowen and Gumlu region is the largest winter growing vegetable region in Australia and supplies both the domestic and export markets with produce to the value of $450 million dollars. The major commodities grown sice the 1930’s to this day are tomatoes, capsicums, mangoes, beans, sweet corn, melons and eggplant. The industry employs over 3200 skilled and unskilled workers during the season with a wide variety of career opportunities. FISHERIES For your own health and safety and to respect farm Bowen is Queensland’s second largest exporter biosecurity, follow all signage when visiting farms. of live coral trout and this industry is worth over $20 million to the local economy The red colour SALT WORKS of our fish makes them the most sought after Bowen’ solar evaporation salt field and refinery by the Chinese and the market price can vary at the entrance to the town began operating in from $32 to $64kg. The Bowen harbour has 2 1925. It is one of a number owned and operated unloading facilities that both sell to the local by Australian Saltworks. The operation supplies market. Aquaculture is also an important industry customers in the stockfeed, swimming pool, water in the region with the Good Fortune Bay Fisheries treatment and industrial markets in Qld, NSW & NT. operation north of Bowen producing 1500 tonnes It is the northernmost salt field in Australia. of fin fish annually including Barramundi.
24 DOWNLOAD THE FREE BOWEN TOP OF THE WHITSUNDAYS APP TOWNSVILLE 72 Bowen and Collinsville are located in the ALL ROADS Whitsundays Region that encompases a total land area of 23,862 square km. As at June 30 2016, the estimated resident population of the A1 AYR LEAD TO HERE A6 region was 33,778 persons. HOME HILL The population of Bowen is 10,828 and ROAD Collinsville has 1730 persons. Bowen sits in the northern section of the Whitsundays, a 45 minute drive from Airlie GUMLU GUTHALUNGRA Beach and Whitsunday Resort islands 63 and is halfway between North Ayr Ravenswood Rd BOWEN Queensland's major cities, Mackay and CHARTERS Townsville. Collinsville is located 85km TOWERS RAVENSWOOD inland from Bowen, about a 45 minute drive. It is situated at the foothills of the AIRLIE BEACH Clarke Range. The turn-off to Collinsville is about a 10 minute drive north of Bowen off Burdekin Falls Dam Rd G
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GLENDEN BUS Coach services connect from Bowen 70 A1 11 ELPHINSTONE daily and provide north and southbound Sutton Development Rd BELYANDO services. CROSSING * HOWS THE WEATHER NEBO Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Mean Max (0C) 31.6 31.5 30.8 29.1 26.7 24.8 24.4 25.7 27.5 28.9 30.6 31.4 Mean Min © 24.6 24.4 23.6 21.7 19.1 15.8 15.2 16.4 18.3 20.9 23.0 24.3 BOWEN VISITOR #visitbowen INFORMATION CENTRE Bruce Highway, Mt Gordon
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WWW.TOURISMBOWEN.COM.AU 25 ROUTE 1 Monday to Friday Saturday Major stops AM AM PM AM AM Queens Library/Herbert St 8.45 10.45 12.45 8.45 10.45 Beach Hospital 8.47* 10.47 12.47 8.47* 10.47 Centre Point Plaza 8.49 10.49 12.49 8.49 10.49 Cunningham Home/Wests Lane 8.51 10.51 12.51 8.51 10.51 Argyle Park Rd/Baptist Church 8.55 10.55 12.55 8.55 10.55 Field St 8.57 10.57 12.57 8.57 10.57 Queens Beach Medical Centre 9.00 11.00 1.00 9.00 11.00 Scott Ave 9.02 11.02 1.02 9.02 11.02 Tracey St 9.04 11.04 1.04 9.04 11.04 Field St 9.06 11.06 1.06 9.06 11.06 Tollington Rd 9.08 11.08 1.08 9.08 11.08 Wests Lane 9.09 11.09 1.09 9.09 11.09 Argyle Park Rd/Emmerson Dr 9.11 11.11 1.11 9.11 11.11 Centre Point Plaza 9.14 11.14 1.14 9.14 11.14 Hospital 9.16 11.16 1.16 9.16 11.16 Livingston St/Leichhardt St 9.18 11.18 1.18 9.18 11.18 Centrelink/William St 9.20 11.20 1.20 9.20 11.20 Village Life 9.22 11.22 1.22 9.22 11.22 *on demand Magee’s/Gregory St 9.24 11.24 1.24 9.24 11.24 service Library/Herbert St 9.25 11.25 1.25 9.25 11.25 travel ROUTE 2 Monday to Friday Saturday Major stops AM AM PM AM AM Harbour Library/Herbert St 9.25 11.25 1.25 9.25 11.25 Loop Bowen RSL Club 9.26 11.26 1.26 9.26 11.26 AIR - RAIL H. Lights Van Pk/S. Barbara Pde 9.28 11.28 1.28 9.28 11.28 Westpac/George St 9.30 11.30 1.30 9.30 11.30 Village Life 9.34 11.34 1.34 9.34 11.34 COACH SERVICES Magee’s/Gregory St 9.36 11.36 1.36 9.36 11.36 Library/Herbert St 9.37 11.37 1.37 9.37 11.37 AIR SERVICES ROUTE 3 Monday to Friday Saturday Virgin, Jetstar- Daily to Brisbane Major stops AM AM PM AM PM Rose Bay Library/Herbert St 9.40 11.40 1.40 9.40 11.40 Jetstar- Mon, Wed, Fri & Sunday to Melbourne Hospital 9.42 11.42 1.42 9.42 11.42 Jetstar- Tues, Thurs, Sat to Sydney Centre Point Plaza 9.44 11.44 1.44 9.44 11.44 Bayside Store/The Soldiers Rd 9.46 11.46 1.46 9.46 11.46 Tiger Air - Tues, Thurs, Sat, Sun to Sydney Coral Coast Van Pk/H/shoe Bay Rd 9.49 11.49 1.49 9.49 11.49 Contact Bowen Travel as times vary for summer Rose Bay 9.52 11.52 1.52 9.52 11.52 and winter. Horseshoe Bay Rd 9.56 11.56 1.56 9.56 11.56 Trinities Hostel/H/shoe Bay Rd 10.00 12.00 2.00 10.00 12.00 Cunningham Home/Wests Lane 10.02 12.02 2.02 10.02 12.02 RAIL SERVICES Argyle Park Rd/Emmerson Dr 10.05 12.05 2.05 10.05 12.05 Railway Station, Bootooloo Road. Centre Point Plaza 10.07 12.07 2.07 10.07 12.07 Northbound - Spirit Of Queensland Tuesday, Hospital 10.09 12.09 2.09 10.09 12.09 Livingston St/Leichhardt St 10.10 12.10 2.10 10.10 12.10 Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Centrelink/William St 10.12 12.12 2.12 10.12 12.12 7.09am. Village Life 10.14 12.14 2.14 10.14 12.14 Magee’s/Gregory St 10.17 12.17 2.17 10.17 12.17 Southbound - Spirit Of Queensland – Monday, Library/Herbert St 10.18 12.18 2.18 10.18 12.18 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday 5.20pm ROUTE 4 Monday to Friday Saturday Major stops AM PM PM AM PM COACH SERVICES Town Loop Library/Herbert St 10.20 12.20 2.20 10.20 12.20 From Bowen Travel, 40 Williams St Hospital 10.22 12.22 2.22 10.22 12.22 Greyhound Northbound – 8.30am, 11.00am, Centre Point Plaza 10.24 12.24 2.24 10.24 12.24 Hillview Rd 10.25 12.25 2.25 10.25 12.25 9.40pm - Southbound - 9.30am, 5.55pm. John St 10.27 12.27 2.27 10.27 12.27 Premier - Northbound – 11.10am Railway Store/Pantall-Don Sts 10.29 12.29 2.29 10.29 12.29 Mitchell St 10.31 12.31 2.31 10.31 12.31 Premier - Southbound – 3.40pm. Centrelink/Williams St 10.34 12.34 2.34 10.34 12.34 Village Life 10.35 12.35 2.35 10.35 12.35 PUBLIC TRANSPORT Magee’s/Gregory St 10.37 12.37 2.37 10.37 12.37 Bowen Transit - Town services 3 times daily plus Library/Herbert St 10.38 12.38 2.38 10.38 12.38 school buses to Horseshoe Bay, Rose Bay and Queens Beach. Check timetable. Bowen to Collinsville (MON-FRI) Town AM PM Pick Up/Set Down Point Air and coach time tables are correct as at time Bowen Transit Depot 7.00 4.12 Bowen Transit Depot, 58 Don St, Bowen of publication. However, they are subject to Bowen Travel 7.02 4.15 William St, Bowen company changes. Please check with Bowen Delta 7.10 4.20 BP Service Station Travel Mt Dangar Turnoff 7.25 4.35 Mt Dangar Turnoff Binbee 7.50 5.00 Normanby Rd Turnoff Collinsville 8.10 5.25 Stanley St, Collinsville TOP OF THE WHITSUNDAYS Collinsville to Bowen (MON-FRI) PROSERPINE - BOWEN We offer a range of services:- Town AM PM Pick Up/Set Down Point • Airport Transfers for all flights to and Collinsville 8.15 5.30 Stanley St, Collinsville from Proserpine Airport • Self Contained Apartment Accomm. Collinsville Binbee 8.35 5.50 Normanby Rd Turnoff • Rental Car/UteBus Hire • Domestic • Local • International Mt Dangar Turnoff 9.00 6.15 Mt Dangar Turnoff • Freight • Airport Transfers Delta 9.15 6.30 BP Service Station A 40 Williams Street, Bowen Bowen Travel Bus Stop 9.25 6.38 William St, Bowen P 07 4786 1611 M 0418 777 056 M 0476 164 991 E [email protected] Bowen Transit Depot 9.30 6.40 Bowen Transit Depot, 58 Don St, Bowen W www.bowentravel.com.au M22 Small freight delivery is available. Contact 4786 4414
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ROTARY VILLAGE Ideally located with a bus stop close by and within supporting clients in their daily lives and activities easy travel distance of shops, banks and other to enable them to fulfil their lifestyle choices. Bowen facilities. Rotary Village offers tenants security, Flexi Care is registered for NDIS Plan Management privacy and independence. Rotary Village caters and can pay providers for the supports, helping you to mature age residents who are looking for a keep track of your funds and taking care of financial secure lifestyle in a low maintenance home. All reporting for you. MURROONA GARDENS COMMUNITY Rotary village units are rental units and the village The board is very proud of the services and facilities Our flexible service prides itself on the focus to offers a choice of bed sitter style accommodation that Murroona Gardens have available for the provide community inclusion, independence and or one -bedroom self-contained units. Rotary citizens of Bowen and surrounds. People can access valued outcomes. Bowen Flexi Care Inc delivers Village is not a retirement home and there are the complete range of services from Independent services in accordance with policies and procedure no deferred management fees, Body Corporate Living Units within Rotary Village and Murroona developed to align with Human Service Quality fees, council fees or maintenance fees. Rotary Residential, low-level residential care within the Standards (Accreditation) and National Disability Village management attends to all mowing and Hostel to high-level care within our Nursing Home. Insurance Scheme Quality and Safeguards. maintenance and arranges garbage collection to In addition, the Day Therapy Centre is available all units. Rents are currently $180.50 per week and For further information please call in at 44 five days per week to provide therapy, activities pensioners are eligible to apply for the Government Williams Street, Bowen or call 4786 4755. and friendship to community- based clients and Rental Assistance payment. The unit rental, residents. Murroona Gardens is also an approved which is linked to the aged pension is reviewed MEDICAL PRACTICES Home Care provider. in October annually. Inspection is most welcome The Bowen region is serviced by a good variety Murroona Gardens has a long and proud history by arrangement Monday to Friday. A detailed of specialist medical services. There are four of providing quality 24- hour nursing care, personal Residents Information Booklet is available before well established private medical practices in the care, full catering, cleaning and laundry services signing any documents. Bowen area and these are complimented by two as well as activity programs. They have received pharmacies. confirmation from the Standards and Accreditation BOWEN FLEXI CARE INC Three of the medical practices are in the Bowen Agency Ltd that the Society has been successful in Bowen Flexi Care Inc is committed to offering CBD area with the forth being at Queens Beach. receiving the maximum three- year accreditation support to people with a disability providing for both the Nursing Home and the Hostel individualised support for people with disability, Bowen Medical Centre, 54 Powell St, ph 4786 facilities. Considering the adverse publicity recently their families and carers. 1711, Coral Coast Medical Surgery, 34-38 Herbert attributed to the care levels provided by several St, ph 4786 4444, Herbert Street Medical Family We offer a range of services and have a flexible and interstate aged care facilities, this is a wonderful Medical Centre, 1/77 Herbert St, ph 4786 3833 and innovative approach to individual needs, and work result and is testimony to the commitment and Queens Beach Medical Centre, 41 Murroona St, with clients to create the best outcome as per their dedication of the staff. Murroona Gardens has ph 4785 1533. Live Life Pharmacy is situated in the National Disability Insurance Scheme Plan. received three- year accreditation status on every Centrepoint Plaza, ph 4786 1143 and 16 Gregory occasion since the process was first introduced in All supports and activities focus on Daily Living and Street, ph 4786 1045. December 2000. Life Skills Development, Social and Community The Dental Practices you will find are: Bowen Dental Participation, Assistance with Daily Personal Construction of a new purpose-built high care Surgery (Poschelk Dental), 77 Herbert St, ph 4786 Activities and Community Access. Support is carried building was completed in October 2018. Orchid 2098, Bowen Hospital Dental Clinic, Gregory St on out in clients’ homes or out in the community. & Frangipani wings offer unprecedented levels of Bowen Hill, ph 4786 8218, Doran Dental Practice, 24 comfort and space with three separate external Bowen Flexi Care Inc employs Lifestyle Support Williams St, ph 4786 1092 and Kylie’s Family Dental, patio areas, two separate living areas, a dedicated Workers to provide a high standard of service by 51 George St, ph 4786 8222. activities area and large communal dining and providing quality, respectful and non-judgemental Bowen Hospital is situated Gregory Street lounge areas. support aimed at meeting individual’s needs, on Bowen Hill, ph 4786 8222.
Bowen Flexi Care Inc is a Registered NDIS Provider. Don’t let your Back, hold you Back in life! HERBERT STREET FAMILY MEDICAL CENTRE Our service prides itself on the focus to provide inclusion, AN INITIATIVE OF GIRUDALA CO-OP independence and valued outcomes for people of all ages • Chiropractic Care • Orthotic Therapy • Dry Needling • Health Care Plans • Health Checks • Pre-Employment Medicals with a disability. Bowen Flexi Care Inc are Accredited by IHCA • Musculoskeletal Injuries • Bowen’s only qualified Chiropractor • New Patients welcome at any time under the Human Services Quality Standards. A Suite 1, 51 Powell Street, Bowen Open: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 8.30am-5.00pm A 44 Williams Street, Bowen P 07 4786 3696 Thursday & Friday 7.00am-3.00pm P 07 4786 4755 E [email protected] A 1/77 Herbert Street, Bowen E [email protected] L22 W www.tlcaustralia.com L22 P 07 4786 3833 F 07 4786 3855 L21
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A warm welcome family friendly practice • General Dentistry • Health Fund Rebates. • All General Dentistry • Bulk Billing for Child Dental DVA Gold Card Holders welcome • Child Dental Benefits Scheme Bulk Billing Benefits Scheme • Medibank Preferred providers KYLIE’S FAMILY DENTAL • Health Fund Rebates • Dentures & Repairs - Crown & • Dental Implant Referrals • General Family Dental • Dentures • Repairs • Mouthguards Bridge work • Wisdom teeth extractions • Gold Card DVA Patients • Clear Braces & Orthodontic (*) Minor Orthodontic treatment. • Medicare Rebate available to eligible children • Open Monday to Friday 8.00am-5.00pm A 24 William Street, Bowen treatment *for children & adults P 07 4786 1092 A Unit 2, 77 Herbert Street, Bowen A 51 George Street, Bowen M23 E [email protected] M22 P 07 4786 2098 L21 P 07 4786 3589 for appointments
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COOINDA FAMILY CENTRE Cooinda Family Centre is a vibrant child and family friendly multi-purpose venue that partners with families in areas of parenting, social support and children’s early learning and development. Services and Programs operating from the centre include Playgroups, Bowen PCYC BOWEN DELIVERS MANY YOUTH, BOWEN NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE My Time (support for parents of children with SPORTING AND COMMUNITY EVENTS, The Bowen Neighbourhood Centre provides a a disability), Parent Education and Programs, PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES, IN range of community support services that enhance Information and referral services, Volunteer PARTNERSHIP WITH THE COMMUNITY. the capacity of the community, and responds opportunities, and a safe child friendly venue space to the needs of individuals, families and diverse for hire. The Cooinda Family Centre hosts an annual PCYC also has training and conference community groups. Family Fun Day. facilities for hire. For further information please contact the Registered After School Care, and Vacation Current services include support and information Cooinda Family Centre on 4786 3866 or email Care is available on site with a free bus in relation to housing needs, No Interest Loans, us on [email protected]. au or find us on collection from all Bowen Schools and legal assistance, domestic violence, mental health www.facebook.com/ CooindaFamilyCentre afternoon tea is provided. information, substance abuse issues, as well as any other community related matters. Services Skating for children and youth is held each operating from the Bowen Neighbourhood Centre Friday night at the front beach skating rink include - Emergency Relief, Whitsunday Counselling (weather permitting). BOWEN and Support Service, and the Bowen Shed Shop NEIGHBOURHOOD PCYC works closely with all schools in the area (second hand furniture). to deliver crime prevention and community CENTRE For further information please contact the Bowen OFFERING INFORMATION, programs. SUPPORT & REFERRALS, Neighbourhood Centre on 47862111, email us on For further information in relation to programs, 2nd HAND FURNITURE & HOMEWARES activities or hire of squash courts, conference/ [email protected]. au or find us on Facebook A 20 Williams Street, Bowen meeting rooms, please contact the office on at www. facebook.com/ Bowen Neighbourhood P 07 4786 2111 Centre E [email protected] 47861383. W www.bowenneighbourhoodcentre.org.au M22
“A journey of discovery and BOWEN | COLLINSVILLE learning for the whole family” Family DAYCARE KIDZ AT THE BEACH BURDEKIN TO WHITSUNDAYS COOINDA EARLY LEARNING CENTRE • Exceeding - National Quality Standards FAMILY CENTRE • Government approved kindergarten for pre-prep children • Flexible hours: 0-12 years • Govt. Benefits available CHILD, FAMILY & run by qualified teacher • Early Childhood Educators and children actively engaged • Caring for children 15 months to school age in early learning environments PARENTING SUPPORT • All meals provided and prepared at the Centre A Coordination Unit - 26 Herbert Street, Bowen • Rated “exceeding” National Quality Standard A 20 Williams Street, Bowen P 07 4786 1399 M22 P 07 4786 2111 A 29 Tracey Street, Queens Beach, Bowen E [email protected] E [email protected] P 07 4785 1863 C4 W www.bowencollinsvillefamilydaycare.com.au W www.cooindafamilycentre.org.au M22
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