Hervey Bay is just an easy 3 5 hour drive north of Brisbane along the Bruce Highway (1), turn off at Maryborough or Torbanlea
From the south, the Bay is about 4 hours from Rockhampton, or 75 minutes from Bundaberg. Qantaslink flies into Hervey Bay from Brisbane daily* Jetstar flies into Hervey Bay from Sydney 4 days* a week & may increase in peak season Virgin flies Hervey Bay & Sydney daily*.
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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, an award-winning jewellery studio in Urangan focused on making jewellery with a difference. Their exclusive designs are locally inspired and locally made, featuring ethically mined Australian gemstones and recycled precious metals 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. Stunning gemstone collections featuring Australian sapphires, Australian opals, South Sea pearls, diamonds and more, mean they have
something for every taste and budget. Everything is carefully handcrafted, from design sketch to final stone setting, right here in their Hervey Bay workshop. You can even peek inside the workshop and watch their team of six jewellers hard at work. Need a ring resized or want the ultimate experience of creating a unique custom design? Their expert team specialises in custommade jewellery, as well as jewellery repairs and restoration. A portion of every sale is donated towards environmental causes, meaning your purchase helps to protect and preserve our beautiful planet for future generations. For jewellery you can feel good about wearing, go and check them out Located at 32 King St, near the Urangan pier, shop hours are Mon-Fri from 9:00am - 4:30pm and Saturdays from 9:00am - 12:30pm
Annual migration of up to 10,000 kilometres
Each year between April & 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 subtropical 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
Probable feeding areas
Breeding Areas
whale found in Australian waters. This species was once only valued dead — mainly 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
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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 only a little over 100 individuals.
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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 midSeptember 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 & prolonged encounters with humans. These ‘muggings' are very unusual outside of the Bay & have made whale watches in the Bay legendary. Even if you have watched whales elsewhere, nothing compares to watching the humpback whales of Hervey Bay
Always give them a wide berth
All Queensland whale watchers hope to catch a close up experience, but it’s important to remember restrictions around approach distances do apply to all whales. The standard distance is 100 metres for a single boat, 300 metres if there are three or more boats at the location and 300 metres for jet skis. Hervey Bay’s whale-watching tour vessels are a great way to find the best vantage point safely
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Our other whale visitors
Orcas (killer whales)
are one of the most recognizable marine mammals, with their distinctive black body and a white underside. They have a gray patch called a “saddle” or a “cape” on the back, just behind the dorsal fin. Their distinctive colouring is a type of disruptive colouration, which is a pattern that obscures the outline of an animal. This colouration helps disguise it as a potential predator to other animals. Males typically range from 6 to 8 metres (20 to 26 ft) long and weigh in excess of 6 tonnes (5 9 long tons; 6 6 short tons). Females are smaller, generally ranging from 5 to 7 m (16 to 23 ft) and weighing about 3 to 4 tonnes (3 0 to 3 9 long tons; 3 3 to 4 4 short tons). The orca is a member of the dolphin family. The distinctive black and white markings of a pod of orcas are spotted off the coast of the Australian mainland – migrating from their home in the Antarctic to the warmer waters of Queensland. Orcas are also commonly spotted in the seas of Western Australia each year. As predators of humpbacks, orcas are prone to following the whales to hunt their prey. With safety in numbers, pods of up to 50 humpbacks can defend each other against an orca attack. Killer whales don’t treat humans as prey, they are top of the food chain in the water. They feed on fish and squid. They also prey on seals, sea birds, other whale species and great white sharks
Antarctic Minke Whale
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. They 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
Bryde's Whales
are the second smallest of the baleen whales. The rostrum is V-shaped but has three parallel ridges between the blowhole and nostril 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 Whales 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
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 Whale reaches 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
Southern Right Whales
are large baleen whales with a less streamlined shape than balaenopterids, 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. They form 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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Morning cruise with a focus on discovering our resident dolphins, dugongs & turtles. Also have some fun in the water with our exclusive aqua mat or a boom net. Morning tea included.
Enjoy sunset under sail, Includes drinks and a light platter of snacks.
Lighthouse Rock
Burnett Heads, Bundaberg Area...........................Ticketed Event. 18 October 2025*
Lighthouse Rock 2025 is returning with a stellar line up of Australian (and New Zealand) artists ready to rock Burnett Heads. Headlining Lighthouse Rock 2025 is New Zealand singer/songwriter, and ARIA Hall of Famer, Tim Finn, together with multi-ARIA Award winners, Birds of Tokyo, You Am I, Ross Wilson, Richard Clapton, The Superjesus, Tom Busby, Salt & Steel and the winner of Triple M’s Battle of the Bands competition (TBA). This event will be all ages with kids under 10 free and half-price tickets for kids 11 to 17 years. Hermans Road, Burnett Heads, QLD 4670. Email: info@lighthousepresents.com.au
Murgon Music Muster 2025
Murgon, South Burnett Area........................................Ticketed Event. 28 October - 2 November 2025*
The Rotary Club of Murgon is putting together a great line up of artists again for the Murgon Music Muster in 2025. The Muster, known for its great entertainment and friendly atmosphere, at the SB PCYC (Murgon Showgrounds). A large line up of invited artists will take to the stage on Friday, Saturday and Sunday The Muster is officially opens Friday arvo 31 Oct followed by a variety of invited artists at night. Continues all day Saturday and then on Sunday morning with a gospel/country concert to finish the week off MacAlister Street, Murgon, QLD 4605. Ph:0418 786 007
Live music, licensed bar, a variety of food vendors and markets to suit all tastes, plus an intimate vibe, are highlight features of this all-weather event, with plenty of undercover space to chill out or dance your socks off Shuttle Bus service at a minimal cost is available across the entire Festival between a range of accommodation points to maximise your #AgnesBluesFest experience. An opportunity to discover new music, and get up close & personal and learn new skills in one of Performer-led Festival workshops. Captain Cook Drive, Seventeen Seventy, Gladstone, QLD. Ph: 0409 983 702
Goomeri Pumpkin Festival
Goomeri, Gympie Area Free Event 29, 30 & 31 May 2026*
The Goomeri Pumpkin Festival is a fantastic family event held each year on the last Sunday in May. Several fun events are scheduled throughout the festival, including competitions, a parade, live music, and heaps of tasty food. Competitions that run include the largest pumpkin, pumpkin shot put, bestdecorated pumpkin, pumpkin pull, whip-cracking, roving entertainment, cooking demonstrations, a street parade, and live music on the main stage. You can join the famous Pumpkin Roll, sending a pumpkin down Policeman’s Hill. Burnett Highway, Goomeri, QLD, 4601. Email: secretary@goomeripumpkinfestival.com.au
KENTS KKENTS KENTS ENTS of Scarness of Scarness
Attractions & activities
• Whale watching (July to November)
• Tour to K’gari (Fraser Island)
• Stroll the war memorial complex & former Pialba railway station
• Dolphin spotting (all year)
• Take a bus tour of local attractions
• Hervey Bay Historical Museum - Bigger than it looks
• Try a game of tennis, a round of golf or lawn bowls
• Visit the regions art galleries & Hinkler Hall of Aviation
• Explore 10 acres of nursery & park lands at Bamboo Land
• Visit Australia largest publicly owned orchid collection
• Take a walk along the pier or try a spot of fishing
• See a blockbuster at BigScreen Cinema and Cafe Hervey Bay
• Ride the miniature train around the miniature railway village
• Pinball Planet - largest arcade between Brisbane & Townsville
• Meet the animals at the Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary
• Swim and enjoy a barbecue along the Esplanade
• Wander around historic Dayman Park Lookout
• Bicycle or walk along the Esplanade
• Choose from 60 gentle horses on 1660 acres at Susan River
• Visit the Botanical Gardens and Orchid House Hervey Bay
• Get your geek on at Play Back Gympie
• Discover the magic of Mary Poppins at the Story Bank
• Visit the Pink Cow at Australian Cottage Crafts
• Jump on board & see the sights with Great Ocean Helicopters
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A treasure trove of history and memorabilia. Expect at least two hours to see everything. Be amazed at the size of our Village with 31 buildings.
Step back in time and visit the slab cottage and Acutt cottage. Learn how students in the past were taught in our heritage listed school. Experience shopping in the past in Haddow's Shop.
Be a part of the corn shelling demonstration or help make your own souvenir piece of sisal rope using a 100 year old piece of machinery. Our church which was built in 1910 is also available for weddings, christenings and funerals.
The Historical Village & Museum is open all QLD school & public holidays except Good Friday, Anzac Day & Christmas Day. Tour groups are always welcome.
Multi Award winning Tourist Attraction. Winner of Australia Day 2024 Community Group of the year.
Contact the museum on 4128 4804 Ph: admin@herveybaymuseum.com.au
Email: Adults- $15 | Children Under 16- $5 Entry Cost:
We have an outdoor village on a quarter of an acre and an indoor village in a 40' x 20' air-conditioned building.
More than 4,000 hours in constructing the 300+ miniature buildings, 1,000 feet of track meandering around and through the cities all powered by approximately 20 kilometres of electrical cable. Ride our miniature train around the villages to get an up close view!
Booking essential for viewing of the villages & train rides: Costs for Entry: • • Adult: $12 Concessions: $10
• • Children 3-15yrs: $8 Family (2 Adult + 2 Children): $38
P: E: W: 4124 1979 mkrail@bigpond.net.au mkmodelrailways.com.au Cnr of Hastings St & 50 Old Maryborough Rd, Pialba (near HB Golf Course) We also have a retail shop & supply all brands of gauges of Model Railroading Stock. Shop hours: Tues to Thurs 9am-4pm & Friday 9am-12pm with complimentary morning tea.
Join Friends of the Gallery to stay connected with newsletters and early bird invitations to special events/exhibitions. See our website for details if you would like to become a member of the Hervey Bay Art Society.
ARE YOU AN ACTIVE, SEMI-RETIRED OR RETIRED MAN – OVER THE AGE OF 55 & CRAVING FOR A VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES TO CHALLENGE YOURSELF WITH?
OMU provides an opportunity for:
•All senior men to meet, greet & discuss.
•Exchange “true” albeit, creative stories.
•Full kitchen facilities. •Monthly bus trips.
•Art classes, luncheon group, walking group & clubroom activities.
•Visiting older men in aged care homes to offer support & company.
•Volunteering by assisting members at our
Visit the iconic Urangan Pier
At the Urangan end of the Esplanade sits Hervey Bay's Urangan Pier. A stunning 868-meter-long structure that extends into the pristine waters of the Great Sandy Straight. The Pier is an iconic link to Hervey Bay's past. Built in the early 1900's as a deep-water facility for the export of sugar, timber, and coal, it was a vital link between land and sea, railway lines & shipping lanes.
Today, the Pier is known for offering a perfect spot for fishing, observing marine and bird life, or just a great place for a walk. It's fully lit, so you can enjoy it day or night, but going at dusk will allow you to take in one of Hervey Bay's breathtaking sunsets.
Visitors can also enjoy the vibrant Pier Precinct, with markets on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Visit the Hervey Bay Hat Co., enjoy a coffee from the Hatch, a haircut at Hervey Bay Barbers, or grab a bite at Migaloos Seafood & Ice-Creamery, Sundaes at the Pier Ice-cream Café, Kelz Bakery, or RJ's Beach Cafe. It's an ideal spot for a relaxing time and a must-visit destination in Hervey Bay
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Mix it with the local wildlife
A dedicated band of volunteers run the Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary at 31 Mungar Road
Accommodation
Single, double & family rooms. You can book a range of day activities, contact us for more info.
Maryborough At the sanctuary you can pat a kangaroo, howl with the dingoes, laugh with the kookaburras and much more. Sally the Little Corella will greet you and you can even interact with the dingoes. Other activities include kangaroo and wallaby feeding. Admire their colourful birds, or be entertained by the cockatoos antics. Learn about snakes, their eating habits, habitat, and if you're game, wrap a python around your neck. Cold drinks are available. A range of souvenirs, as well as reptile supplies are on sale. Take advantage of their barbecue facilities and enjoy a family picnic with a difference. For more information: Phone - 4122 2080 or Visitfrasercoastwildlifesanctuary.org.au
B is ane & Townsville
Howard Country Market
It’s your local markets
NO PUBLIC SEATING AVAILABLE
On the oval: Steley St, Howard
All stall holders please ring 4129 0996 or email info@howardcommunitycentre.org.au
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Torquay
Beachside Markets Torquay Beachside 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 & much more direct from the craftsperson, at Fraser Coast’s well managed markets. Why not stay a while?
If you're searching for a relaxing and friendly place to spend a few days in your caravan or on a beachside campsite, look no further than Hervey Bay’s Pialba, Scarness, Torquay and Burrum Heads beachfront caravan parks. All parks offer direct waterfront access and parks are perfectly located to take advantage of the modern vibrant shopping facilities and are within range of exploring the many tempting dining culinary delights and award-winning restaurants on offer. Whether you’re a caravanner, camper, backpacker, or travelling with a large RV – everyone is welcome!
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URANGAN BOWLS CLUB URANGAN BOWLS CLUB
Two fully covered all-weather greens open for play day & night.
Bistro open Friday 5:30pm Live music Friday 6:00pm Club open every day!
•Barefoot & Corporate Bowls TUESDAYS 9:30AM See webpage for more details!
4128 9679 uranganbowlsclub.org.au
Cnr of Dayman & Margaret St, Urangan
GREATSANDYSTRAITS
Before you clear prickly undergrowth is required
Welcoming entrance gardens beside Boat Harbour Drive, immaculate mowed parks and play grounds, are a credit to all involved, but special effort should be made to provide suitable habitat where our beautiful little birds such as Fairywrens, Finches and Scrubwrens etc, could be enjoyed also. They all require prickly, tangled undergrowth, (such as Lantana), for protection from introduced cats, foxes and their other natural predators. Also well suitable grasses for seed for at least three species of Finch. So property owners & council employees, before you slash, mow or spray any area that is not required as a lawn or garden, just visualise how interesting it could be to have a patch, that may look just a little untidy to some people, but will be suitable for little birds to hide, nest and feed in. You can place a sign displaying "left for Wildlife" to show it is a planned section – not just an untidy area. Maybe a bird-bath nearby where you can expect to see little birds safely drink and bathe.
Wonderful relaxation without a lot of maintenance! Hervey Bay is a noted bird-watch area and visitors come from around the world and interstate just to see them. You will feel good to know you have done your bit.
Everyone is Welcome at any one of our Sunday Services
7:30am at Burrum Heads Community Church (46 Howard Street, Burrum Heads)
9:30am at Hervey Bay Uniting Church (56 Exeter Street, Torquay)
9:30am at Howard Uniting Church (28 Coal Street, Howard)
To grow in the love of God, to make disciples & to show His love in all we do.
Phone: (07) 4125 5233
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.
Clothing and Furniture Donations can be dropped off at a donation bin or hub, or request a free pickup online. Funds from the sale of your donation in a Lifeline shop go directly to Lifeline programs that help people in need, including our 24 hour 13 11 14 Crisis Support. www.lifelineqld.org.au
To access the Island ISLAND ESCAPE
Logging to World Heritage Area
hen coming from the south through Maryborough, turn at the undabout on Hervey Bay - Maryborough road onto Booral ad & follow the signs to River Heads. When coming from the orth, leave Howard along the Howard - Torbanlea road to the undabout, then turn onto Booral road & follow signs to River eads. High clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles are required s the island consists entirely of sand. All-wheel-drive vehicles nd caravans are not recommended. Vehicle access is by arge (ferry) only. QPWS vehicle access and camping permits e required before you enter. Traditional owners the Butchulla eople, have a long and ongoing relationship with K’gari Fraser Island). In order to acknowledge the important onnection to country of the Butchulla people, the Department f National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing’s (NPRSR) and ueensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) urges visitors o treat the country they are travelling through with respect nd care. Butchulla people want their messages of care and respect for the land to reach all people visiting the island. As visitors explore K'gari (Fraser Island), they will see signs carrying a ‘welcome to country’ message from the Butchulla
K’gari (Fraser Island)
• Largest sand island in the world
• 124km long, 163,000 hectares in size
• Comprises rainforest, beaches, sand dunes, 40 lakes and lagoons.
• Purest dingo population in Australia
Accessible via air, • 4WD, barges, boat
• Most amenities available on the island
DRIVE TIMES
Hervey Bay to River Heads: 20min
Maryborough to River Heads: 45min
Wangoolba Creek to Eurong: 1hr
Kingfisher Bay to Eurong: 1hr
Rainbow Beach to Inskip Point: 10min
Hook Point to Eurong: 1hr
ISLAND
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URANGAN BOAT HARBOUR
RIVER HEADS BARGE
GREAT SANDY NATIONAL PARK WANGOOLBA CREEK
Sandy Cape Lighthouse
Sandy Cape
Burrum river system
Visit peaceful secluded beaches at Burrum Heads 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. Accessing the waterways is easy with several boat ramps to choose from. 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. The modern group of shops in Burrum Heads can supply most of your needs.
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A glimpse of our recent past
Maryborough, named after the wife of Governor Fitzroy, was settled 1847. It was a major immigration port into Australia and is one of Queensland’s oldest cities. It 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
Maryborough Court House built in 1877
Childers, a rural town, is 60 km west of Hervey Bay and on the Bruce Highway north-west of Maryborough. There are 23 buildings in Churchill Street that are listed on the Queensland Heritage Register. The towns Visitor Centre is located in the Palace Building which was destroyed by a fire in 2000 and subsequently rebuilt in honour of the 15 backpackers who died in the fire upstairs. A single A4 Heritage walk sheet which combines a map of the town (most of the historic buildings are located on Churchill Street) is available to pick up & upstairs is an Art Gallery. Trees that line the main street or Bruce Hwy are Brazilian Leopard Trees. As a National Trust Town, it provides opportunities for visitors to explore the regions interesting past. It’s well worth a stop in whilst travelling on your way.
45 species and sub-species of Aussie reptiles, amphibians & marsupials. We also offer meerkat & koala encounters!
Palace Backpackers Memorial
Explore this coastal gem
Best known for its iconic rum & turtles, Bundaberg is one of the gems of the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Our region is bursting with flavour, boasting locally produced drinks & home-grown food from its rich soil. Adventure here begins on land & extends to the sea, the reef and beyond. Sample the thriving restaurant and café scene. Start your escape by exploring the 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 at Mon Repos, it is special! Nov - Mar. It supports the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on the eastern Australian mainland & has the most significant loggerhead turtle nesting population in the South Pacific region. Don't miss Hinkler Hall of Aviation where they celebrate solo aviation pioneer, Bert Hinkler, & the wonders of innovation, adventure & spirit Interactive displays; fly like Bert on the distinctive glide simulators all set in the lush Bundaberg Botanic Gardens
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QUICK ROAD QUIZ
You are driving vehicle A.
Which vehicle must give way?
• Vehicle A
• Vehicle B
Answer:
Vehicle A must give way to vehicle B.
You are driving vehicle A.
You must give way to -
• Vehicle C
• No one, the other vehicles must give way to you
• Vehicle D
• Vehicle B
Answer:
Vehicle B
What does this sign mean?
•Road ends ahead
•Buildings ahead
•End of divided road
Answer: End of divided road
What does this sign mean?
• Steep hill ahead
• Gravel road ahead
• Winding road ahead
• Slippery road ahead.
Answer:
www.qld.gov.au/transport
e-bike rider rules
When riding an e-bike you must follow the bicycle rules. Important points to note:
•Always wear a helmet
•Obey speed limits (motor can only help you up to maximum 25 km/h)
•Only carry passengers if the bike is made for it - and they must wear a helmet too
•Don’t use your phone while riding (unless it’s in a cradle and hands-free)
•Give way to pedestrians on footpaths and shared paths
•Don’t ride on the pedestrian side of separated paths
•Don’t ride under the inuence of alcohol or drugs
•No riding on motorways or anywhere a ‘no bicycle’ sign is installed
•If there’s a crash, stop, help anyone hurt, and share your contact details.
If you break the rules, you may get a ne. Know the difference: e-bikes verses other electric bikes
Some electric vehicles look like e-bikes but are actually electric motorcycles. These:
•Don’t have pedals
•Can go very fast
•Look like mopeds or dirt bikes
If used on a Queensland road, these vehicles need registration, insurance, and a licence. They are not allowed on paths.
If you have a full driver’s licence, you can only use your mobile phone in the car by following these strict rules.
You must secure your phone in a cradle attached to your car or use it hands-free, such as Bluetooth. Then you may only use it for the following:
•Making or receiving audio phone calls.
•Audio functions, like playing music or podcasts.
•Navigation.
All other mobile phone use while driving ie: emailing, texting, social media, gaming, taking photos or video, or using any other phone functions is prohibited.
Watch out for the following:
•When your vehicle is stopped but not parked, such as at trafc lights, mobile phone rules still apply.
•If you’re holding your mobile phone in your hand while driving, you can be ned.
•If your phone is touching any part of your body, even if it’s on your lap while driving, you can be ned.
Learner, or P1 licence holders can’t use their mobile phones while driving at all in QLD. P2 licence holders can only use their mobile phones in line with these laws in most states, except in NSW and QLD.These laws don’t just apply to mobile phones. They also apply to other distracting devices, like DVD players, computers, tablets, and smartwatches.
Towing safety tips
First, make sure you have a tow bar that is up to the job! If you can afford it, it's worth paying for a professional installation. Make sure you're familiar with any laws that apply, especially if you are travelling abroad. In particular, make sure you know the speed limits. In some countries you need a separate warning light fitted in the car to show that the caravan direction indicator lights are working.
* Coping with the load - are the engine, brakes, tyres and suspension up to the job?
* Trailer or tow bar weights - check your cars handbook for the maximum weights allowed
* Rear view - make sure you can see behind the caravan using the cars mirrors. Extending side mirrors can be fitted to most cars
* Check tyre pressures - unless you are towing a light, unladen trailer, the car tyres should be inflated to full load pressures (check your cars handbook). Check the caravan tyre pressures are correct too
* Headlight set up - check the aim with the caravan attached, and have it adjusted if necessary. Many cars these days have an adjuster on the dashboard
* Caravan lights - the extra load on the flasher circuit may cause the indicators to flash too slowly, so you may need a heavy duty flasher unit. Check brake, side and number plate lights
* Loading the caravan - refer to the manufacturers recommendations. As a general rule, distribute the weight with the heaviest items as near as possible to the caravan axle. Secure all heavy items so they can't move Car manufacturers usually specify an optimum noseweight for a caravan when loaded. If necessary, move the load to get as close as possible to the recommended noseweight and do not exceed it
* Engine - don't put unnecessary strain on the engine by trying to tow an unsuitably heavy load. The extra load on an engine when towing may mean that the cooling system is no longer adequate - you may be able to have modified cooling system components (a larger radiator, etc ) fitted to cope with this problem if you tow regularly
* Suspension - towing puts extra strain on a cars suspension components and can affect the handling of a car. Heavy duty rear suspension components are available for most cars to enable to cope with towing
* Reversing - there are some very simple rules to follow. It may seem to be a difficult concept to grasp at first, but instead of being able to turn your car steering wheel in the direction that you want your trailer/caravan to go, you must turn it in the opposite direction. It might take a little time to master this technique, especially when reversing round a corner When reversing in a straight line, the easiest way to remember what to do is to steer towards the towing mirror in which the trailer or caravan appears
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
Hervey Bay Community Hub
Revitalising the Hervey Bay City Centre continues to progress with a ve-storey building located at the corner of Main Street and Torquay Road in Pialba and is on schedule for completion by mid-2026.
The Hub will feature an expanded two-level library, Council Administration Centre, Disaster Resilience Centre, public plaza, and exible spaces for community events.
The new library will be double the current library’s size to cater for the region’s growing population and to boost education outcomes, with the outdoor plaza to support markets and live music.
This is made possible thanks to investment from the Australian Government and Fraser Coast Regional Council with construction of the $108.7 million Hervey Bay Community Hub. National construction company Hansen Yuncken is delivering the project and has engaged several local companies for services including hydraulic works, scaffolding, and earthworks.
Council Mayor George Seymour said:“Libraries are vitally important public spaces, where people can meet, discover new interests and expand their horizons. This project is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform our city centre, create jobs and drive business investment. Bringing hundreds of workers into the city centre will boost nearby businesses and mean better staff collaboration, which ultimately means more efcient services for the community”.
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Our beautiful master planned community ticks all the boxes for active over 50's and grey nomads with a passion for living the Good Life. Whether It be a true tree change, like-minded community living, golf, fishing, boating or hitting the road for your next adventure, Good Life Fraser Coast is the ultimate lifestyle choice. I encourage you to visit and see for yourself this unique over 50's living like no other in Queensland. Book a Private Tour today, you will not be disappointed!
