Hervey Bay & Fraser Island Tourist Guide - Spring - Edition 120 - 2020

HERVEY BAY & fraser island

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! e e r Fto everyone EDITION 120

SPRING 2020 INCORPORATING: Gympie | Maryborough| Howard | Toogoom | Burrum Heads | Childers | Bundaberg & Bargara

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• PUBS, CLUBS & EATING OUT • SHOPPING • AUTO • EDUCATION • PLACES OF WORSHIP • TRADES & SERVICES • ACCOMMODATION • BUILDERS & REAL ESTATE • RETIREMENT • MARKETS • HEALTH & BEAUTY • FRASER ISLAND

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Whales ................................................... 07 - 11 Things To See & Do ................................. 12 - 19 Markets ......................................................... 20 Health & Beauty ............................................. 21 Places of Worship........................................... 22 Education ...................................................... 23 Accommodation ...................................... 24 - 25 Pubs, Clubs and Eating Out ..................... 26 - 27 Maps ...................................................... 28 - 32 River Heads .................................................. 33 Howard ................................................... 34 - 35 Burrum Heads ............................................... 36 Shopping ................................................ 37 - 41 Shopping / Maryborough .............................. 42 Maryborough .......................................... 43 - 44 Childers ........................................................ 45 Bundaberg .................................................... 46 Fraser Island .......................................... 47 & 49 Tides ...................................................... 48 & 50 On The Water / Automotive ............................ 51 Automotive ............................................. 52 - 53 Retirement ..................................................... 54 Builders & Real Estate ............................. 55 - 57 Trades & Services .......................................... 58

TULLY CARDWELL

INGHAM TOWNSVILLE

PROSEPINE

AYR HOME HILL

AIRLIE BEACH

TOOGOOM TAKURA

MACKAY SARINA

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Oldest local Independent publisher SALES: 07 4194 5400 FAX: 07 4194 5600

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CHILDERS

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HERVEY BAY

RAINBOW BEACH

GYMPIE SUNSHINE COAST & MAROOCHYDORE

BRISBANE GOLD COAST TWEED HEADS BALLINA

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COFFS HARBOUR KEMPSEY

PORT MACQUARIE TAREE

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SYDNEY

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Celebrating 30 years printing & publishing In the late eighties the Martins' family made the fashionable decision to make a sea change.

Wharfie Neville, wife Carol and their son Roy, a boat builder/charter boat master, packed up their homes in the inner city of Sydney and left their jobs on Sydney Harbour behind. Moving to the sheltered water ways of the Great Sandy Strait and Fraser Island was an easy choice for them. Foreseeing the inevitable real estate boom in Burrum Heads, Nev. and Carol turned their hands to property development and built the first beachfront apartments. Upon the apartments completion, the family opened the boat and cycle hire, which is still there to this day.

In 1991, Roy applied for and won the concessionaires rights to open and run the Kingfisher W ater Sports at the resort on Fraser Island along with his family. They were responsible for conducting Waterski, sailing and windsurfing lessons and innovation of self or guided paddle tours to local creeks and lakes on the island.

Innovation of fishing lessons on the jetty and running regular fishing trips for notable clients as the then Governor General Bill Hayden and media celebrities which were part of a regular calendar. Thank you Peter Comans. Fulfilling a need, Kingfisher water taxi was built for staff transfer and medical evacuation. It was sold back to the resort and Roy returned to driving the boats on the Fraser Island barge before moving to Chicago some time later.

Neville came out of retirement and bought into the local Independent Newspaper. Which the Hervey Bay and Fraser Island Tourist Guide was a non profitable publication operating in the background, more of an inconvenience and a liability. Roy returned from the USA and bought into the local paper. The Independent was sold and the Guide and Tearoom Design and Print commenced as a standalone business. I would like to mention without the guidance from the masters of the Print/Publishing trade: Nev. Martin, George and Lyn Duck, Ken Stevens from the City News Caloundra, Bob Bottom from Bribie Island News and Gary Kiltstrum from APN press Bundaberg. Their contribution was essential

and has helped keep the Hervey Bay F raser Island Tourist Guide running to this day, 30 years later.

I would like to also thank Damo Nash for his many years of assistance. New to the business in sales is Brooke Cameron, she will continue to deliver our honest, reliable local alternative with our 3 month, one low cost, niche brand in print marketing and advertising. It’s carefully monitored distribution from: Caboolture, Tin Can Bay, Gympie, Maryborough, Howard/Burrum district, Childers, W oodgate, Bundaberg and Gladstone. We take our distribution very seriously and is the key to our success. We print sufficient copies of our magazine to ensure we cover the full 3 month edition period. It is not just thrown on the lawn or dumped in places who don't want them or pay good dollars to buy that has no content. Our point of difference is the magazine is free, to be given out by places who are pleased to have them. The Guides are on businesses counters or point of display , for anyone to pick up to read and keep it for the Maps, Street Directory , Tide Times, Contacts,

Phone Numbers and Upcoming Events. It is more than a Tourist guide, it is a community guide. Also online as an E -mag widens the readership even further. Having a regular client base in every edition for many years proves we are doing something right.

I sincerely congratulate Roy Congratulations on 30 years of publishing - Hervey Bay & Fraser Island Tourist Guide. There is no denying that Roy Martin and his family have forged a respectful spot in the publication industry in Hervey Bay. They should feel proud of presenting an informative quarterly tourist guide, aimed at people who want to visit the region.

Going above and beyond the guide promotes all facets of the region. Also, by putting business names ‘out there’, it has a shared success for local business and local employment.

The messages the guide has communicated well over the last 30 years range from advertising products, to encouraging people to drive safely on Fraser Island, with some handy tips to do that - to where tourists can get a great dining experience.

Our region has much to offer and the Martin family have always adapted their advertising product to suit local business

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advertising needs.

Things have changed dramatically with how messages are sent and received in the last 30 years, and it’s commendable that Roy and his team have kept in step with published communications by embracing strong digital promotion. They are still going strong today and they will continue to do so well into the future.

I know that Roy takes a great sense of pride in his wide catchment of distribution of the guide and the promotion of our region. Roy should be proud of his achievements and of his unwavering support and promotion of local businesses.

I sincerely congratulate Roy, Brooke and Damian reaching 30 years of publication. Well Done!!

Ted Sorensen. State Member for Hervey Bay.

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Australiana Cottage Crafts - 1991 - 2020 They have proudly been selling 100% locally made arts & crafts, hand made by them, local artisans & crafts people for 29 years, since opening at Takura, Hervey Bay in 1991.

Australiana Cottage Crafts & Herb Farm is a continual work in progress.

Karen, a professional potter for over 30 years, has branched out into many fields of the art & craft world. That’s what makes a visit to the Art & Craft Gallery different to a visit to many other Galleries and Art & Craft Shops.

They have always made approximately 80% of the arts & crafts for sale themselves.

You will often see them demonstrating & making a huge range of the arts & crafts that they have for sale in the studio that adjoins the Gallery.

Friends make the remainder of the arts & crafts, ensuring you will only see quality, 100% locally made, unique art & craft work.

The Famous "Pink Cow" letterbox will greet you at the gate & is a local landmark. It has had more photo's taken by tourists from all around the world.

World Bazaar - 1990 - 2020 Treasure hunters and collectors have spent 30 years visiting the Fraser Coast because of World Bazaar.

Having moved several times & now located on the Esplanade, Scarness, Hervey Bay. If you are searching for top quality sterling silver jewellery and semi-precious stone jewellery; Boho Chic clothing; Furniture; Handicraft & homewares & incense other cultural gifts, come on in and see them.

World Bazaar is a local institution starting way back in the late 1990's, they have been showcasing amazing collections of jewellery, beads, furniture, clothing & collectables from all around the globe.

Traveling direct to source & selected themselves by hand. Each and every item in store has been looked at by Kristen and chosen for its unique and exquisite quality. They love their work and love being able to continue the tradition that is World Bazaar.

G&D ROSS Bus Charters - 1990 - 2020 With his wife Donna, Greg Ross established their business in 1994.

Located in beautiful Maryborough Queensland, they have experienced significant growth from modest beginnings.

Starting with one school bus service in Maryborough, their family owned business quickly grew to a fleet of 18 buses and coaches providing one of the safest and consistent operators in Australia. They are always working tirelessly to ensure all buses are immaculately presented, cleaning each bus daily inside and out. Are passionate and dedicated about the safety and comfort of their passengers ensuring that they are the NUMBER 1 priority.

All the buses and coaches are regularly serviced and maintained to the highest safety standards, working with the manufacturers of the coaches and buses to build safety, security and comfort into all their vehicles. Catering for groups from 21 to 60 people, their Coaches can cater for all requests and travel needs throughout Australia. G&D ROSS coaches are fitted with wheelchair lifts, TV, DVD, PA, Air Conditioning and seat belts. G & D Ross excellent safest and the most consistent charter bus services for tours, school and buscharters.

Bamboo Land - 1990 - 2020 Bamboo Land was started as a hobby by Klas Nilsson (pictured) in 1990 on a riverfront property purchased in 1987. The property used to be a citrus orchard. The very rst bamboos and original inspiration was a couple of clump divisions. Over the years more species have been added to the collection making Bamboo Land what it is today. It now has a collection of over 100 species of the world's nest clumping bamboo varieties. In recent years Bamboo Land has also been collecting a large range of gingers and heliconias, as a way of complementing the bamboo and providing a colourful addition to the display gardens.

In 2006, Klas's son, Janne Nilsson, joined the family business. A few years after, Janne took over the business leaving his Father to enjoy his well deserved retirement but is still Mr. Fix-it. In 2009, Janne met Tarissa Beilby (now Tarissa Nilsson), who soon after took charge of the retail side of the business. In 2011, Bamboo Land bought the neighbouring riverfront 10 acre property, doubling the size of the gardens and are currently in the process of building a new purpose built retail garden centre, featuring a reasonably large cafe with serving area overlooking the Burrum River. It is expected that these expansions be open in 2022.

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• Underwater hydrophone to listen to the whales song • 6 spacious levels with most viewing areas, no crowding • Waterline platform for those extra close encounters • Fast for maximum time spent with whales • Fully licenced with souvenir / snack kiosk • Money back guaranteed sightings • Kids activities • Free transfer from tourist accommodation • Free parking at Whale Bay Marina

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Annual migration of up to 10,000 kilometres Each year between April and November, Australia’s eastern coastline is a scene of spectacular acrobatic displays of humpback whales. After a Summer of feeding on krill in Southern Antarctic waters, these charismatic animals migrate north to sub-tropical waters where they mate and give birth. The majority of humpbacks in Australian waters migrate north from April to August and back towards the Southern Ocean from September to November during their annual migration of up to 10 000 kilometres. The exact timing of the migration period can vary from year to year depending on water temperature, sea ice, predation risk, prey abundance and the location of their feeding ground. At a maximum length of 16 metres, the humpback is not the largest whale found in Australian waters.

This species was once only valued Probable feeding areas dead — mainly Breeding Areas for its oil and

baleen, or ‘whalebone’. Beginning in Australia shortly after European colonisation, whaling and the export of whale products became Australia’s first primary industry. Early Australian whalers once hunted from small boats, towing their catch back for processing at shore stations which one was believed to be at Urangan on the shore at Dayman Park. The development of harpoon guns, explosive harpoons and steam-driven boats made commercial whaling so efficient that many

whale species came very close to extinction. When southern right whales and blue whales became scarce, Australian whalers began to target humpback whales, killing approximately 8300 off the east coast between 1949 and 1962 until the International Whaling Commission banned humpback whaling in the Southern Hemisphere in 1963. It is estimated that the east coast population of humpbacks was sadly little over 100 individuals.

Preferred area for Winter Hervey Bay is a unique winter stopover ground for the migratory parade of Humpback whales.

It is believed the calm, shallow, protected waters of the Bay is a preferred area for yearlings, sub-adult (sexually immature whales), followed by mature females in late August, and then we begin to see mothers with newborn calves in Sept-Oct. By mid-September the mature males have found the Bay, and the waters come alive with their haunting songs.

The arrival of the males, also means increased activity with males competing with one another for access to females.

This means more aerial activity such as breaching (leaping nearly out of the water), and many head, tail and flipper displays. Hervey Bay’s the only area in the world where humpbacks consistently approach vessels.

The curious humpbacks of Hervey Bay provide some of the most unusual and prolonged encounters with humans. These ‘muggings' are very unusual outside of the Bay and have made whalewatches in the Bay legendary. Even if you have watched whales elsewhere, nothing compares to watching the curious humpback whales of Hervey Bay.

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Antarctic Minke Whales Bryde's Whales are more robust than the other large rorquals (large baleen whales). The rostrum of the Antarctic Minke Whale is very narrow and pointed, with a single ridge on the head.

The maximum length of Antarctic Minke Whales appears to be around 9.8 m. Are not gregarious and tend to swim alone or in pairs, large feeding groups of up to 400 individuals may form. Minke whales are known to be curious, often approaching boats from a distance.

Antarctic Minke Whales probably do not migrate as far north as Dwarf Minke Whales but this species does undergo extensive migration between the Summer Antarctic feeding grounds and Winter sub-tropical to tropical breeding grounds. Mature Antarctic Minke Whales feed primarily on the Antarctic Krill. www.environment.gov.au

Pilot Whales have a robust body with a thick tail stock.

The dorsal fin is wide, broad based, falcate and set well forward on the body.

Occurring in tropical and warm-temperate waters world-wide. The Long-finned Pilot Whale is widely recorded in colder waters off southern Australia. The Short-Finned Pilot Whales reach physical maturity at approximately 17 years and is more than 5 m in length, a maximum age of 46 years. While females are smaller at 4.8 m and reach 63 years. Feeding mainly on squid, cuttlefish, octopus and some fish. www.environment.gov.au

are the second smallest of the baleen whales.

The rostrum is V-shaped but has three parallel ridges between the blowhole and museumvictoria.com.au rostral tip.

They can grow to 14.6 m (males) or 15.6 m (females).

Bryde's Whales are not gregarious and mostly swim alone or in pairs. Bryde's Whale are considered to be a fairly opportunistic feeder, readily consuming whatever shoaling prey is available, such as pilchard, anchovy, sardine, mackerel, herring and other schooling fish. www.environment.gov.au

Southern Right Whales are large baleen whales with a less streamlined shape than balaenopteris like Humpback Whales.

They grow to a maximum length of 17.5 m and weight of 80 t, with mature females often slightly larger than males. The majority of are uniformly black in colour, no dorsal fin.

Thought to be solitary during migration, or accompanied by a dependent calf or occasionally a yearling offspring.

Forming large groups in breeding areas. These have been recorded in the coastal waters of all Australian states with the exception of the Northern Territory. Krill is a major food source and require adequate supplies of food to accumulate energy reserves that is essential for migration and breeding. Depletion of krill through over harvesting may be a potential future threat for the Australian population of Southern Right Whales. www.environment.gov.au

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A world of unique treasures awaits Looking for a locally-made memento of your trip to the Fraser Coast or a unique gift to bring back to family and friends?

You can’t go any further than World Treasure Designs, a jewellery studio in Urangan focused on making jewellery with a difference.

Their exclusive designs are locally inspired and locally made, featuring Australian gemstones and sustainably sourced metals. Everything is carefully handcrafted, from design sketch to final stone setting, right here in their Hervey Bay workshop.

Inspired by the abundant marine life of our beautiful Fraser Coast, World Treasure’s unique Ocean Collection features humpback whales, dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, rays and more. Several of the designs feature Nala, Hervey Bay’s very own and much loved iconic humpback whale. Recognizable by her distinctive tail,

Nala has been sighted in the Bay for over 20 years now and her life journey is celebrated throughout the range of jewellery.

With three tradequalified jewellers, designers and specialty setters on premises, the workshop also specialises in custom handmade jewellery, special orders and jewellery and watch repairs.

A special commitment to the environment is shown through the use of recycled precious metals, ecofriendly packaging and their new solar-powered workshop.

A portion of every sale is donated towards environmental causes meaning your purchase helps to protect and preserve our beautiful planet for future generations.

This is jewellery you can feel good about wearing.

Located at 32 King St, near the Urangan pier, shop hours are Mon-Fri from 9:30 am - 4:00 pm and Saturdays from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm.

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Support Needed

From the Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary we would like to say a very big thank you to all our friends and supporters of our sanctuary for your very kind donations for the animals. We really appreciate your help. As you all know this is going to be a long haul for all of us. We at the sanctuary where unable to obtain any assistance from the drought relief fund as we are not primary producers and now with the added problems of Covid-19. We can only turn to you our community to help us survive these troubled times. So your continued support will be appreciated till this is over. So the next big question is what do we need at the moment? If you can help it’s best to give the sanctuary a call on: 41 222 080 Or direct deposit in to our bank account that we have set up as our drought relief fund account.

The name of the bank is NAB Bank FRASER COAST WILDLIFE SANCTUARY INC BSB 084 705 AC 38 7940397 Thank you for support everyone

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Attractions & activities • Whale watching (July to November) • Tour to Fraser Island • Kiteboard or stand up paddle boarding lessons • Visit the markets • Dolphin spotting (all year)

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KENTS of Scarness •• BARBER BARBER •MEMORABILIA •MEMORABILIA &&COLLECTABLES COLLECTABLES

• Take a bus tour of local attractions • Hervey Bay Historical Museum - Bigger than it looks!

• Stroll through the regions art galleries • Explore 10 acres of nursery & park lands at Bamboo Land • Expand your knowledge down at the local Library • Take a walk along the pier or try a spot of fishing • See a blockbuster at BigScreen Cinema and Cafe Hervey Bay • Be cool at Hervey Bay Ten Pin Bowl, it’s air conditioned • 3 attractions, 1 great price: Hinkler Hall of Aviation, Botanic Gardens and Historical Museum Bundaberg • Meet the animals at the Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary • Float Therapy, Relax, Recover, Rejuvenate

Cnr Queens Rd. & Esplanade, Scarness

• Have your future read by our local clairvoyant • Swim and enjoy a barbecue along the Esplanade • Try a game of tennis, a round of golf or lawn bowls • Wander around historic Dayman Park Lookout • Hire a bicycle or walk along the Esplanade • Visit the Botanical Gardens and Orchid House • Take a fishing trip off Fraser Island • Play Mixed Social Volleyball on Sunday afternoons at Torquay • Get your jump on at Jumppark • Visit the Pink Cow at Australian Cottage Crafts • Fraser Coast Good Games - The shop for table top gamers

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email: sales@herveybayguide.info emag: www.herveybayguide.info www.herveybayfraserislandguide.com.au * All dates and prices were correct at the time of publishing.

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Street Food & Craft Beer Festival Hervey Bay .................................................................................. $25.

HOTEL MOTEL

Where the country meets the Coast!

3 October 2020 12:00 am - 5:00 pm The new date for our Street Food & Craft Beer Festival has been set!

Join us on Saturday for a Street Food & Craft Beer spectacular. With Pop up food stalls, Craft Beer, Bubbles & Cocktails Bar, Live music by Brisbane one man band Shane Fell & Kids entertainment fun zone.

Arkarra Gardens, 28 Panorama Dr, Dundowran Beach Ph: 4128 8069 Please note – Event will be subject to Qld Health restrictions and approvals.

Waste to Art Maryborough ............................................................................... free.

6-29 November 2020 10:00am - 2:00pm W hat a beautiful place in the world to be S o close to the Barrier Reef you can smell it S ea turtles lay eggs on the local beaches, reef fishing at the back door, mud crabs and prawns that nearly catch themselves

I f you enjoy a "Reef and Beef" then you're in the right place T ry our delicious wood fired pizzas C omfortable motel rooms at budget prices F ully air-conditioned, HDTVS, bar fridge & ensuite

BEER GARDEN • ICE COLD BEER ON TAP • KENO • POKIES TAB • 10MIN FROM BUNDY • STONES THROW FROM OAKS BEACH

Ph: 07 4159 4202 66 Zunker St Burnett Heads E: office@lighthousehotel.net.au W: www.lighthousehotel.net.au

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Waste to Art aims to challenge the way they look at waste and celebrates reusing and re-purposing waste across the region through works of art. This exciting competition and exhibition gives aspiring and professional artists the chance to explore and share their waste reduction messages whilst showcasing their artistic ability. Cash Prize on offer up to $2,800. Entries close on 18 Oct 2020.

Gatakers Artspace, 311 Kent Street, Maryborough, QLD Ph: 4190 5818 For further information or to submit your entry visit their website.

Carols by Candlelight on Seafront Oval Hervey Bay ................................................................................. free.

12 December 2020 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm Held Annually is the Carols by Candlelight. Bring your family, picnic rugs or chairs and join in with the community to celebrate Christmas.

SeaFront Oval Esplanade Pialba, QLD Ph: 4190 5818 “Please note due to Covid-19 restrictions that this event is not confirmed, planning is underway and a COVID safe plan”.

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Australiana Cottage Crafts & Herb Farm Mention this advert to receive a FREE fragrant pottery gift.

100% made by Local Artists

Finest range & display of Arts & Crafts on the Fraser Coast

Free Admission Established 1991

Open 10am - 4pm Closed Wednesday Set in a Natural Early Australian setting "Home of the “Pink Cow” Herb Nursery, Farm Animals, Garden Cottage, Bird Aviaries 403 Torbanlea - Pialba Rd Takura (4km along Torbanlea Road)

Ph 4128 7430 www.australianacottagecrafts.com e-mag: www.herveybayguide.info

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Email: webmaster@herveybaymeseum.com.au

Due to COVID-19, opening hours may vary & are subject to change. Call Brian on 0403 754 266 for current opening hours.

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Visit the local Markets A trip to the region is not complete unless you visit the local markets. Satisfy your need for retail therapy at the plentiful markets in the region. You will find a multitude of good old fashioned Australian made produce, arts and crafts, bric-a-brac, jewellery, tools, clothing, gadgets, gifts and much more direct from the craftsperson, at Fraser Coast’s well managed markets.

AND STAY FOR A WHILE!

Social Distancing Rules Apply

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complete health & beauty

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Holiday relaxation tips

Why not indulge yourself in one of these relaxing therapies while on your holiday?

• Health Food • Kinesiology • Beauty Therapy • Hair Styling • Nails

• Waxing • Facials • Bowen Therapy • Massage • Neuro Stress Release

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New arrivals welcome Our local Churches welcome all new arrivals to Hervey Bay and would like you to come along and join them.

Most Churches provide a variety of vibrant programs and creative kids clubs, with the emphasis on providing friendship and acceptance, so why not come along and be a part of what they are doing.

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Preparing your child for Prep As a parent, you play a vital role in your child’s education.

You can help your child prepare for their first year of school by: • building confidence • strengthening their independence • having a daily routine • packing a healthy lunch • knowing your school • getting involved with your school • doing family activities at home Help to build your child’s skills to cope in various situations and increase their self-confidence by: • finding answers to their questions or concerns together • talking to your child about how to ask for help and model what to say • asking your child’s kindy teacher for ideas about how you can help your child to prepare or school • talking through some “what will I do if….?” situations with your child, for example “what will I do if my yoghurt spills?”

Before your child starts school, you can encourage independence by helping your child to practice: • packing and carrying their own school bag • putting on their shoes • eating and drinking without help • going to the toilet on their own • using tissues to blow their nose • recognising their belongings

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THINGS TO...

accommodation

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Great places to stay

There is friendly accommodation to suit all needs.

Indulge yourself in the warm hospitality of great places to stay. From cosy guest houses to motels and cabins, to self contained suites or caravans.

Whether you are escaping with your lover, on a family stay or just a break with a friend, you’ll find a warm welcome every time at Fraser Coast and its surrounding areas.

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Mob: 0492 925 168

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River Heads

Your last mainland shopping before Fraser Island Opens daily from 6am

For all last minute items including: • Groceries • Takeaway • Hot coffee and Cold drinks • Fresh Fruit and Vegetables • Meat • Ice • Bait and Tackle 1 Ph: (07) 4125 8111 54 Ariadne St. River Heads QLD 4655 e-mag: www.herveybayguide.info

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HOWARD COUNTRY STYLE

MILK BAR Pop in for some great tasting burgers, fish & chips, coffee and lots more

Ph: 4129 4428

Mon-Sat: Mon-Sat: 8am-7 8am-7.30pm. .30pm. Sun: Sun: 9am-7 9am-7.30pm .30pm

73 William St, Howard QLD 4659

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Large Powered & Tent Sites-Cabins Peaceful, quiet place to stay Pool, Fishing, Crabbing

Ph: 1800 649 721 141 Old Bruce Highway Howard www.burrumrivercaravanpark.com

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HOLIDAY RENTALS AVAILABLE For all your real estate requirements phone

(07) 4129 0588 64 Burum Street Burrum Heads | 73 Steley Street Howard www.burrumdistrictrealty.com.au

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• Prescriptions • Baby Products • Gifts • Beauty • General Medicines 2/75 William Street, Howard 4129 4711

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Easy access to river & beaches

Visit peaceful secluded beaches at Burrum Heads.

The modern group of shops in Burrum Heads can supply most of your needs. Accessing the waterways is easy with several boat ramps to choose from.

With the Isis, Gregory, and the Cherwell rivers flowing into the Burrum River catchment system, they all hold good stocks of fish and crabs in all areas.

Enjoy a quiet stroll along the endless sandy beaches, collect fascinating shells or just sit and watch the pelicans or some of the other 90 species of bird life that inhabit the area. Burrum Heads experiences a major influx of visitors each year as they return to enjoy the peace and tranquillity.

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Once a busy immigration port

Maryborough is just an easy 20 minute drive from Hervey Bay and is commonly referred to as the Heritage City.

Its streets are lined with beautifully restored Queenslanders and civic buildings and it’s well worth a visit for the historically minded, or the camera buff with plenty of unique and historical architecture to photograph.

Stroll through the historical Wharf Street precinct, offering a glimpse into life in a busy immigration port.

Some of the historical attractions include: The Military and Colonial Museum, the OLD Post Office Hotel and Criterion Hotel, Customs House Interpretive Centre, Bond Store Museum and Customs Residence Cellar Door.

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Wealth of historic buildings

The Township of Childers is the southern most township of South East Queensland and three and a half hour journey from Brisbane. This town offers views overlooking thousands of hectares of vivid green sugarcane and avocado farms.

Visitors can step back in history when they visit the town’s many historical buildings, some buildings dating back to Queensland’s early pioneering days.

Childers offers a relaxed country atmosphere.

Nearby is beautiful Woodgate Beach and National Park, offering an unspoilt coastal playground for visitors seeking peace and quiet.

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ISIS CLUB

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Where the reef begins

bundaberg.qld.gov.au

Best known for its iconic rum and turtles, Bundaberg is one of the gems of the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

Our region is bursting with flavour boasting locally produced drinks and home-grown food from its rich soil. Adventure here begins on land and extends to the sea, the reef and beyond.

Start your escape by exploring our coastal gems, lakes gorges and rural landscape before heading to our shores where hundreds of sea turtles return to the beach each year to nest.

Later on their hatchlings will begin their journey to the ocean.

Early November – late March.

The waters of the Coral Coast are a proven snorkelling, fishing and diving paradise follow suit, and take the plunge. In Bundaberg you will find a vibrant and creative city centre - be sure to take in an exhibition at the Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery, Sample the thriving restaurant and cafĂŠ scene. Don't miss Botanical gardens attractions, Bundaberg Rum Distillery has educational guided tours & tastings at the headquarters for a stalwart Australian brand of rum, Hills St, Bundaberg East.

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These tidal predictions are for Urangan, Hervey Bay. This information is to be used as a guide only.

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A brief history of Fraser • Fraser Island located just south of the Great Barrier Reef.

• Known for thousands of years as K’gari, or Paradise.

• Fraser island is about 120 kilometres long and ranges between 22 km at its widest point to 5 km wide.

• Captain James Cook first noted the island in 1770 and presumed it to be part of the main land and named it the Great Sandy Peninsula.

• Matthew Flinders came ashore over 200 years ago at Sandy Cape.

• Captain William Edwardson navigated the passage from Tin Can Bay to Hervey Bay determining that Great Sandy Peninsula was an Island.

• A new name was given to the island in 1836 after the survivors of a shipwreck of the Stirling Castle found their way ashore and the death for Captain J. Fraser.

• 1863 The first Kauri logs were punted to the mills at Maryborough and Dundathu.

• Red Satinay was used around the world, including sidings on the Suez Canel and the docks in London. It was also used locally on the Urangan Jetty, with the bark left intact for protection against marine borers.

• Marloo was shipwrecked on Orchid Beach in 1914.

• Maheno beached north of Happy Valley in 1935.

• A fine layer of decomposing vegetation seals the basins formed by the sand dunes and creates its many perched lakes some as much as 70 metres above sea level.

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Refer to our tide chart and view the soft coral reef off Scarness Beach, at the lowest of low tides each month.

These tidal predictions are for Urangan, Hervey Bay. This information is to be used as a guide only.

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Hervey Bay Boat Ramp Locations

GALLEHAWKS • MECHANICAL REPAIRS & SERVICE - PETROL & DIESEL • NEW & VINTAGE VEHICLES

Urangan (Jetty Rd) Torquay (Bideford St) Scarness (Frank St) Point Vernon (Confield St) River Heads (Ri ver Heads Rd) Howard (Bruce Hwy) Toogoom (Toogoom Rd) Howard (Pacific Haven Crt) Burrum Heads (Ross St) Burrum Heads (Burrum Hds Rd) Burrum Heads (Burrum St West end) Buxton (Power St) Walkers Pt (Manly Smith Dr) Woodgate (First Ave)

Urangan Boat Harbour Hervey Bay Hervey Bay Gatakers Bay Susan River Burrum River Beelbi Creek Burrum River (N. Bank) Burrum River (S. Bank) Burrum River (S. Bank) Burrum River (S. Bank) Burrum River (N. Bank) Woodgate Woodgate (N)

Check tidal conditions for access

• ROADWORTHY CERTIFICATES & INSPECTION STATION • LPG CERTIFICATES • A GRADE MECHANICS • AUTO LPG INSTALLATIONS - PETROL & DIESEL • CLUTCH, BRAKE & STEERING • MANUAL GEARBOX O/H

TRADING HOURS: Mon-Fri 7am-5pm Sat: By appointment only CLOSED PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

4128 2633 133 Torquay Rd, Scarness Q. 4655

Know your vessels limits Boating in Queensland you're responsible for making sure the vessel is safe, properly equipped and maintained and operated in a safe manner.

This includes loading its vessel limits, people, cargo and stores, and making sure the vessel is adequate for the waters you intend to use it.

• Be a responsible skipper, before you head out on the water follow these simple tips: • Check that your boat is in good condition.

• Have the required safety equipment on board, in good condition and easily accessible.

• Tell someone you know where you are going & when you intend to return.

• Have the right marine licence and know how to handle the boat.

• Know how to use your marine radio.

• Check the weather before you go out.

• Know the rules of the sea-road and follow them.

• Lifejacket - wear it! If it’s not on, it can’t save you.

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Roundabout quiz Who gives way at a roundabout?

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Do you signal at roundabouts when?

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Some people think you should give way to vehicles approaching from the right on a roundabout, but:

Make sure you signal left as you exit and turn your indicator off after you've left the roundabout.

Turning left. Here's the way to do it.

Approach the roundabout in the left lane or line of traffic. Then:

Turning Right. Approach the roundabout in the right lane or line of traffic, then signal right as you approach the roundabout and continue to signal right until you're ready to exit. Then:

Signal left before you exit the roundabout. The same rule applies if you intend driving beyond the right turn exit.

That's not the rule. You must give way to any vehicles already on the roundabout before you enter. It doesn't matter if a car is on your left or on your right.

Do you signal at roundabouts when?

Do you signal at roundabouts when?

www.qld.gov.au/transport/safety/rules/road/roundabouts

Signal left as you approach the roundabout. Continue to signal left as you exit the roundabout and turn your indicator off after you've exited.

Motorhome Servicing Hitch ‘n’ go Towing Products

LOOK FOR THE BIG YELLOW MUFFLER ON BEACH ROAD

www.manofsteelcaravans.com.au

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Car Fuel Saving Tips 1. Drive economically Around town, you’ll use less fuel if you: Drive smoothly and try to maintain a steady speed. Manual, change up through the gears as soon as practical. Automatic, ease back slightly on the accelerator once at speed. Avoid peak hour and other heavy traffic where possible. Avoid engine idling for long periods.

On the freeway, you’ll use less fuel if you: Reduce speed - you can reduce your fuel consumption by as much as 25% by taking 20 km/h off your speed. Use cruise control if you’ve got it. Use your car’s air-conditioner sparingly. Keep windows up and use the ventilation system when travelling over about 50 km/h, if your car doesn’t have air conditioning. If your car’s transmission has power and economy modes, use the economy mode to ensure the transmission up-shifts earlier. This also helps reduce wear and tear on your car’s brakes, tyres and the other mechanical parts. Saves on running costs too.

2. Service your car regularly Keep the engine correctly tuned. Keep filters in good condition. Keep the fuel and ignition systems in good working order. Regularly change the engine oil using the correct grade of oil.

3. Inflate tyres correctly Check your tyre pressure once a week, when the tyres are cold. Keep tyres inflated to a pressure slightly higher than that stated in the vehicle handbook, find the tyre pressure on the tyre placard, which is typically inside the glove box, on the driver’s door or on the fuel filler flap. Setting the tyre pressure slightly higher will aid in fuel economy and safer handling.

4. Check the wheel alignment Ensure the wheel alignment is correctly set and the brakes aren’t dragging, as increase rolling resistance will use more fuel.

5. Check your load If you can, reduce the amount of gear in your car. Things like golf clubs and toolboxes add unnecessary weight, which in turn increases fuel consumption. External attachments ie: roof racks will increase wind resistance and fuel use.

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STAGE 8 COMING SOON 17 House & Land Packages available "Off the plan" Land Sizes from 500m2 to 800m2 House sizes around 200m2

Turn Key from $389 900 to $449 900

$45,000 BUILDING GRANTS (subject to satisfying Government eligibility criteria)

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Carter Cooper Realty THE LARGEST INDEPENDENT REAL ESTATE OFFICE ON THE FRASER COAST

4 Heran Court Must And Will Be Sold

Dual Winner Best Real Estate Agent & Best Real Estate Office

140 Bideford Street TORQUAY Centrally Located Dual Living Opportunity

2 Helm Street TOOGOOM Big Family Home By The Beach

• Well priced 3 bedroom steel frame home • 1st home buyers/downsizers & investors • Quiet cul-de-sac on 663sqm block • Close to major shopping, Marina and beach • Must and will be sold by determined vendor

• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & 2 kitchens • Living areas on both levels • Alfresco dining area over looks the inviting inground swimming pool and gazebo • Solar panels (approval 2kws)

• 3 separate living rooms plus dining • Gourmet kitchen with island bench • 5 bedrooms plus office/6th bedroom • Inground swimming pool • Impressive home - inspection a must!

$275,000

$399,000

$475,000

Inspect: By Appointment

Inspect: By Appointment

Inspect: By Appointment

Contact:

Contact:

Contact:

Annette Mitchell 0428 255 824

Annette Mitchell 0428 255 824

Annette Mitchell 0428 255 824

URANGAN

Need that break?

2020 has been a tough year.

Invite me around to tell you obligation free what your Home is Worth.

I’d love to sell your property too!

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