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61 FRASER COAST REGION COAST FRASER memories. visitfrasercoast.com Discover where nature comes alive Explore World Heritage listed Fraser Island Get up close and personal with a majestic humpback whale Enjoy a BBQ by the beach or in one of our many family friendly parks Cast a line in the home of Australia’s best fishing Swim in the protected, clear waters of Hervey Bay Experience vintage style and charming café culture in Maryborough Let the kids run wild & cool off in Hervey Bay’s free waterpark Dine on delicious local produce including Hervey Bay scallops Watch the sun rise or set from your beachfront caravan site A caravanning holiday on the Fraser Coast is guaranteed to excite, rejuvenate and leave lasting memories. visitfrasercoast.com or call 1800 811 728 16F011 FRASER COAST REGION 62 FRASER COAST REGION COAST FRASER — FRASER COAST Tourism Information Tourism To GLADSTONE Experience the ultimate nature-based caravanning holiday on the beautiful Fraser Coast — where you and your family are guaranteed unforgettable eco-experiences. to GLADSTONE to TOWN OF 1770 Be dwarfed by ancient, gravity defying trees growing out of only sand on the world’s Cania Gorge largest sand island — World Heritage listed Fraser Island. Experience the island’s Monto Bundaberg Mon Repos ancient rainforests, over 100 freshwater lakes, huge sand blows, cliffs of stunning coloured sands and an amazing 120km beach highway complete with one of the most photographed shipwreck — The Maheno. Gin Gin Woodgate Fraser Island Spine tingling, up-close interactions with humpback whales are guaranteed on the Burrum Heads Pt Vernon Fraser Coast, where the whales stop to rest and play for up to 10 days on their annual migration between July and November. Childers Hervey Bay Pialba Take a short flight to Lady Elliot Island to snorkel with giant manta rays and turtles Howard Scarness among the coral gardens of the Great Barrier Reef. Mundubbera MARYBOROUGH Torquay Enjoy relaxed eco-adventures and amazing aquatic action at Hervey Bay, a coastal Urangan delight with one of the most protected and stunning coastlines on the eastern Maaroom seaboard. Right on your doorstep is every possible aquatic pursuit, from sailing to Biggenden Gayndah Boonooroo skiing, swimming to snorkelling and fishing. Highway Poona Dotted along the Bay’s 16km Esplanade are alfresco cafés and restaurants, shops, parklands, picnic areas, playgrounds, piers and a vibrant marina — all with stunning ocean views. Bruce Bruce Tin Can Rainbow Bay Beach Encounters with turtles, dolphins and dugongs can be found in the form of organised tours and chance encounters while out sailing or cruising on the water. Kilkivan The Fraser Coast is arguably Australia’s best fishing destination where you can Gympie catch a diverse variety of both warm and cool water species and experience all types of fishing, from game and deep sea to beach and river fishing. In the old port city of Maryborough, discover streets filled with architectural to TOOWOOMBA to BRISBANE delights; quirky tours celebrating a fascinating heritage; museums and collections capturing the spirit and memories of pioneers; and charming antique stores filled to BRISBANE with whimsical treasures from the past. This map is designed only to show approximate location of towns Bush adventures are to be found in the Fraser Coast hinterland, which is filled with See Sunshine Coastin relation Region to for others Tin Can in theBay, area. Rainbow Not toBeach scale. and Gympie. hotels from a bygone era, old mining villages and small towns oozing country charm such as Bauple, the ancestral home of the macadamia nut. This map is designed only to show Hervey Bay, Maryborough and the region’s smaller seaside villages including Burrum approximate location of towns in relation to Heads and Poona have a fantastic collection of superbly located caravan parks to others in the area. Not to scale. use as a base to experience the Fraser Coast. Many of the parks offer absolute beach frontage and access to sheltered waters and beautiful golden beaches. The Fraser Coast offers a captivating mix of stunning beach retreats, historic streetscapes and hinterland hideaways. So what are you waiting for. Book your Associate Members caravan holiday today! Burrum Coal Discovery Festival (Coalfest) Phone: 07 4129 0996 For more information visit www.caravanqld.com.au Held on 16th & 17th July. Award-winning Burrum Coalfest boasts a massive street parade, market stalls and events. Locals dressed in historical costume welcome visitors to the many hergitage displays and demonstrations. Arts, themed foodstalls, vintage cars and machinery take us back to yesteryear. Visit historic Howard and share our Heritage celebrations. 16CTIA054F Safari Guides to Adventure Phone: 07 3883 3554 Web: www.guidestoadventure.com.au Travel with us in confidence and safety on one of our exciting tag-along adventures. Our experienced tour guides will help you enjoy the spectacular scenery, wildlife, flora and fauna of our beautiful country. Tasman Venture II – Hervey Bay Phone: 07 4124 3222 Web: www.tasmanventure.com.au Australia’s leading specialist Caravan and RV Insurer Whale watching cruises (in season), Fraser Island cruises, fishing charters and Call 1800 112 481 - cilinsurance.com.au extended charters to Lady Musgrave and Lady Elliott Islands. Insurance is issued by AAI Limited ABN 48 005 297 807 trading as CIL Insurance. FRASER COAST REGION — Tourism Information 63 /caravanningqueensland FRASER COAST REGION COAST FRASER Markets THURS Maryborough Heritage City Markets .....................................................(Every) FRI Harbour View Twilight Markets — Urangan ...........................(Every Night) BURRUM HEADS Burrum Heads Beachfront Tourist Park Marina Twilight Market — Hervey Bay Marina (Every 2:30pm – 7:30pm) 42 Burrum St , Burrum Heads 4659 P: 07 4129 5138 [email protected] www.beachfronttouristparks.com.au SAT Burrum Heads Markets ..........................................................................(Second) Situated at the mouth of the Burrum River, a peaceful & tranquil setting with 9 absolute riverfront sites. Just a ½ hour drive to Hervey Bay. Fishing/Boating. Laundry & 4 BBQs. Shops Fraser Coast Foodies Market — Hervey Bay ................(Second & Fourth) Burrum River opposite Park, Hotel & Bowls Club nearby. Glenwood Community Markets ..................................(Third — except AUG) • Tourist Per Night Extra Person PARK FEATURES • Weekly Rate BURRUM ST Howard Country Markets .............................................................................(First) • Dump Point 2 Adults From From Shops • 7th Night Free Off Peak Kumbia Markets.........................................................................................(Second) Waterfront $42 $8 • Fishing & Boating BURRUM HEADS BEACHFRONT Poona Markets ...........................................................................................(Second) Powered Sites $32 $8 • Tinnie/Boat Ramp TOURIST PARK Unpowered Sites $27 $8 • 4 BBQ Areas HOWARD ST — Torquay Beachside Markets ...............................................(Second & Fourth) • 2 Amenity Blocks SUN Fraser Coast TESS Wildlife Markets...................................................... (Third) North TO Koala Markets — Urangan ..................................................(Second & Fourth) HERVEY BAY TORBANLEA HOWARD Kilkivan Markets ............................................................................................(Every) PARK RATING: NO PETS BURRUM HEADS RD Nikenbah Markets .......................................................................... (First & Third) BURRUM HEADS Hillcrest Holiday Park 1 Howard St , Burrum Heads 4659 P: 07 4129 5179 [email protected] www.burrumheadshillcrestholidaypark.com PRICES quoted herein are indicative only at the time Just north of Hervey Bay — fronting river and beach, quiet park. Shaded and powered sites. Great fi shing & camping, air-conditioned ensuite cabins. Camp kitchen, pools, playground, LPG. Burrum River of publication. Many parks will have a range of pricing Recreation room, laundry etc. Boat Ramp Car Park relative to site type, accommodation type and season. • Tourist & Long Term Per Night Extra Person PARK FEATURES • Dump Point 2 Adults From From • Camp Kitchen HOWARD STREET • Pools Powered Sites $30 $5 Always check with your selected parks for prices • Playground RIVERVIEW DR Cabins (no ensuite) $60 $5 • Disabled Amenities HILLCREST applicable at the time of your proposed stay. • Ensuite Cabins HOLIDAY Cabins (ensuite) $70 $5 PARK • Standard Cabins D R R S O D S A S E S H T M U R R U Events & Festivals B PETS, ON APPLICATION Hotel *Date not available at the time of print WOODGATE BEACH Woodgate Beach Tourist Park JANUARY JUNE 88 The Esplanade , Woodgate Beach 4660 P: 07 4126 8802 [email protected] www.woodgatebeachtouristpark.com 26 Australia Day Celebrations * Rotary’s Living Nestled between 16kms of white sandy beach & Burrum Coast National Park. Tranquil holiday Expo, Hervey Bay destination. Villas/cabins, caravan/camping sites. Abundant wildlife, bush walks, 26 Australia Day Family Fishing 4WD, fi shing & bird watching. Safe swimming all year. 4hrs north of Brisbane. Competition, Toogoom 4 Relish Food and Wine BUNDABERG • Tourist & Long Term Per Night Extra Person PARK FEATURES 31 Sunday in the Festival, Maryborough • Dump Point 2 Adults From From • House/Villa/Cabin • Two Amenities GIN GIN WOODGATE Park, Maryborough 8-13 QUEENSLAND