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THE FRASER COAST IS PARADISE! BLESSED WITH SOME OF AUSTRALIA’S BEST NATURAL ASSETS, A RICH HISTORICAL OFFERING AND BEAUTIFUL WEATHER AND LIFESTYLE, THE FRASER COAST IS A MUST VISIT FOR THOSE HITTING THE ROAD ON A TRIP THROUGH QUEENSLAND.
BAUPLE Located just off the Bruce Highway, south of Tiaro is the home of the bopple nut, more commonly known as the macadamia nut. First discovered in 1858 near Mount Bauple, they can now be purchased directly from macadamia farms that exist in the Bauple area. Mount Bauple holds strong Aboriginal and cultural significance, and is a pristine setting to visit. The Bauple Museum in the centre of town is also a must do and there is a site available for caravan stays.
BURRUM COAST The Burrum Coast, just a short drive from Hervey Bay, features a number of picturesque villages that offer beautiful beaches, exceptional local produce served in local cafés and restaurants, country charm and colonial architecture. In the coastal townships of Toogoom and Burrum Heads you can eat fresh local seafood, stroll on unspoiled beaches, or fish from the shore or a tinny. Inland, Howard and Torbanlea are relics of the bygone coal mining era,
complete with old fashioned country charm, historic homes and mining museum. The Burrum Coast offers several caravan sites and camping options, all within close proximity of vital facilities and the Bruce Highway.
POONA One word to describe Poona? Peaceful. This little township is tucked away in the Great Sandy Strait between Boonooroo and Tinnanbar, adjacent to Fraser Island and is an ideal place to pitch your tent and lap up the serenity. Throw in a line, have a dip in the ocean and let the kids play in the sand while you relax. Just 35km from Maryborough, Poona is popular with holidaymakers who enjoy plenty of space and good fishing from boats or the beach. It’s a great place for children to swim safely, with dolphins playing just off the beach. When the tide goes out, you can explore the tidal pools, pump for yabbies on the beach or chase soldier crabs. VISITFRASERCOAST.COM/CARAVAN-CAMPING
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Best Spots FRASER ISLAND
HERVEY BAY
World Heritage-listed Fraser Island is an absolute must do whilst visiting the Fraser Coast. A short ferry ride from River Heads, it’s the world’s largest sand island, and one of the few places where rainforest grows on sand. Choose from an array of mind blowing natural attractions to plan your trip, with various touring options on hand to make your exploration of the island that little bit easier.
Hervey Bay, located on the region’s coastline, is the gateway to World Heritage-listed Fraser Island. Known as the world’s whale watching capital, humpback whales stop and play in the calm waters between July and November each year.
There are an abundance of accommodation options. It is important to note that only 4WD vehicles are permitted on the island tracks, and preparation is vital.
Hervey Bay offers superb fishing conditions all year round, easily accessible beaches with excellent swimming conditions, a beautifully landscaped 16km beachfront esplanade and an abundance of cafés, restaurants and tourist attractions. Hervey Bay is also home to a number of award-winning caravan parks, providing a wide variety of accommodation styles and site options including powered and non-powered, within close proximity of superb facilities, beaches and natural attractions.
MARYBOROUGH
TIARO
Maryborough is a town steeped in history and located in a pristine setting along the banks of the majestic Mary River. Maryborough is home to some of the country’s most well preserved colonial streets and architecture and was once Australia’s largest port. It proudly boasts the title of the ‘home of Mary Poppins’ being the birthplace of P.L. Travers, author of the timeless novel.
Located on the Bruce Highway at the southern end of the Fraser Coast, Tiaro provides an ideal hinterland getaway experience.
The Portside heritage precinct in Maryborough is a must visit, featuring museums, galleries, tours, restaurants and cafés in historic streetscapes and beautifully landscaped parklands.
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The city boasts several highly rated caravan parks, all near excellent facilities with easy access to the Bruce Highway.
You can spend time browsing arts and crafts, dine in historic country pubs, or picnic on the banks of the Mary River at Petrie Park. The beautiful river is home to rare species including the Mary River Turtle and the ancient lungfish, whilst offering a range of opportunities for camping, fishing and canoeing.
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