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A photograph of sunset at the Town of 1770 marking the site where Captain Cook stepped ashore in 1770. The Discovery Coast has long stretches of pristine golden sands, safe waters warm enough to swim in year round which are framed by a majestic rugged headland with sweeping panoramic views.

From the Town of 1770 and Agnes Water the sparkling crystal clear waters of the Southern Great Barrier Reef beckon. Swim, snorkel or dive with accredited instructors in the protected coral cay and lagoons.

Tourism operators, businesses and the whole community are to be commended for showing remarkable resilience, determination and co-operation in recovering after the January 2013 floods to be on top of their game once more.

We received hundreds of entries in our Fraser Island Kingfisher Bay Resort Whale Watching competition, and that’s not surprising considering what a fantastic prize which was won by Brianna Young of Nundah. Congratulations and thanks to all for entering.

Spreading the word on Bundaberg. Michael recording radio promotions for this Bundy Book.

Enjoy your stay.

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Visitor numbers reached a record high this past Turtle Season at Mon Repos Beach and our famous egg-laying loggerheads will return in November through to March when the hatchlings start their epic journey down the beach to the ocean.

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Mayor’s Message Bundaberg Regional Council Mayor Cr. Mal Forman

On the way to the Bundaberg Rum Distillery it is worth pausing at the water tower in Sussex Street.

A sensational coastline exhibiting the diversity of rugged rocky shorelines through to kilometres of open sandy beach melding into a hinterland that captures the extraordinary mix of rural and residential lifestyles – welcome to the Bundaberg Region!

With a population racing towards 100,000, the Bundaberg Region offers those lucky enough to call it home the liveability of the fifth most equitable climate in the world.

The Bundaberg Region comprises the major city of Bundaberg with the communities of Gin Gin to the south west and Childers to the south.

I am pleased to say that Bundaberg Regional Council is playing its required key role in creating opportunity, supporting initiative and partnering with government and private sector investment to deliver a solid economic future for the region.

Council has been proactive in implementing strategies that promote investment with our Bundaberg Open for Development proposal providing incentives that has resulted in $17.5 million in additional projects and job opportunities in the past six months.

Bundaberg has everything to offer young families through to retirees. Great education facilities including the local Central Queensland University campus ensure the best available learning centres for both private and public education opportunities.

A selection of retirement villages across our region guarantees our elderly residents gain every consideration allowing them to retire in their home communities among family and friends.

This unusual eightstorey building is listed on the National Trust and is a landmark in East Bundaberg.

Bundaberg boasts a diverse range of shopping facilities with two major shopping centres and much more to come. Enjoy our great restaurants showcasing our sensational local farm produce through to the freshest daily catch from local waterways.

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Our parks, gardens and recreation areas are again in pristine condition with Council promoting their use in achieving a healthy and active lifestyle.

A delightful riverside walk can take you several kilometres to beautiful Alexandra Park where families enjoy Council’s emerging zoo facilities. Drop in and say “Hi!” to Kapali and Lowana, the new dingo arrivals at the Zoo.

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Bundaberg boasts many iconic visitor attractions including the Mon Repos Turtle experience; tours (and tastes!) of the famous Bundaberg Rum Distillery and Ginger Beer factory as well as superb facilities at Childers with Snakes Downunder and Flying High Bird Sanctuary must see attractions.

BUNDY KEGS - See the Coopers making Oak barrels for Wines and Spirits.

Also enjoy Cellar Door wine sales, plus souvenirs and craftwork such as woodturning, pottery and more.

One of the “must see” attractions is the Hinkler Hall of Aviation and Hinkler House. This tribute to one of Australia’s and the world’s pioneer aviators is interactive, educational and is set among the beauty of the Bundaberg Botanical Gardens.

Unique gifts - Shop on line or call in Bundy Kegs make and manufacture small American white Oak Casks for maturing your favourite fortified wine or spirit. They also sell locally hand crafted timber pieces such as intarsia, bowls, vases, jewellery boxes, coasters, hand carved wildlife and many more.

You can find out more about the wonderfully diverse nature of the Bundaberg Region by logging into Council’s website at www. bundaberg.qld.gov.au.

The Bundaberg region welcomes you as a tourist or potential investor or resident, and we invite you to come and experience the great lifestyle and limitless opportunities our region has to offer.

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Bearing the name of the town where it’s made, full bodied, distinctive and rich, Bundaberg Rum has a long history with the Distillery still on the original site, producing six million litres each year.

The BDC Story – a self guided interactive experience using touch panels, visual displays, family friendly and can you take as long as you like.

Afterwards relax in the Bundy Bar and sample a drop delivered direct from the distillery.

Open 9.30am to 3.30 pm Monday to Friday; 9.30am to 2.30pm Weekends, Public Holidays. www.bundabergrum.com.au, phone 4131 2999 Ginger Beer is the other famous drop Bundy is famous for and Bundaberg Brewed Drinks at the eye-catching Barrel on Bargara Road is where to learn how it’s made, its origins, ingredients, bottling and packaging. And of course there’s free samples (the other flavours are delicious too) and you can’t miss “Old Cliffy” (pictured below) a fully restored 1929 Chevrolet housed there so check him out..

Phone 41 54 5480, open every day.

Spring Hill House, the renovated retail store and bar for the Bundaberg Distilling Company takes its name from the sugar cane plantation where it was previously a manager’s residence.

Bundy’s Only Hill – You must sample the incredible view from The Hummock named by Matthew Flinders and it is on the way between Bargara and Bundaberg overlooking panoramic fields of sugar cane, all the way around to the ocean. Although only 96 metres above sea-level, The Hummock offers visitors beautiful views to get a good overview of the whole Bundaberg region.

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More than a museum – an aviation adventure! Hinkler Hall of Aviation celebrates the famous pioneer solo aviator and the wonders of innovation, spirit and adventure.

Comprising a soaring exhibition hall, featuring multi-media exhibits, a flight simulator, the Globe Theatre, five aircraft and the historic Hinkler House, the Hinkler Hall of Aviation in the tropical surrounds of the Botanic Gardens provides you with an enjoyable and interesting adventure where you and your family become part of the story.

Your entry ticket to the Hall of Aviation includes admission to the magnificently restored Hinkler House which he named Mon Repos after the beach where he practised flying.

In 1983 Bert’s house was brought brick by brick from Southampton in England to stand proudly in the Botanic Gardens.

Step back in time at our Bundaberg Historical Museum.

Beautifully maintained in the Botanic Gardens, this quaint haven of nostalgia has the famous Lucke Quads’ pram here, the only one of its kind made in Australia. Also re-created is an old schoolroom, butcher shop, general store, bank office, hospital (with iron lung) milk cart with horse, even a jail.

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Bundaberg Library in Woondooma Street has hotspots for wireless internet access. Laptop users are welcome to access the internet via Bundaberg Regional Council's wireless connection.

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Then come and enjoy “Learning at your Leisure for it is a Pleasure” U3A celebrates 26 years of service to the Bundaberg Community.

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All Aboard! Australian Sugarcane Railway, affectionately known as The Little Train is chuffing happily along its track through the Botanic Gardens, taking delighted children and the young at heart on a steam-powered journey. It runs every Sunday and Public Holidays, and during the school holidays, you can jump aboard on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and Fridays too. Phone 4152 6609.

Fairymead House Sugar Museum was a bicentennial gift from the Bundaberg Sugar Company and now overlooks the Botanic Gardens in its new role of sugar industry museum, housing photographs and memorabilia exploring the technology, development and history of milling. Guided tours from 11am to 12 pm except Saturdays. Phone 4130 4400.

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Bundy Kegs in Schmeiders Cooperage complex located in Alexandra Street East Bundaberg near the Rum Distillery is where the ancient art of barrel-making is practised. Get full information on Schmeiders on 4151 8233.

BRAG is Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery on the corner of Quay and Barolin Streets with touring and local exhibitions plus an impressive well stocked gift shop with original, top quality and stylish items from the region’s artists. You’ll find something special here for yourself or someone back home. Free entry, seven days a week. Phone 4130 4876 for the current program.

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Hinkler Hall of Aviation This amazing visitor experience honours the life and pioneering efforts of Bundaberg’s own aviation pioneer, Bert Hinkler.

A key element is its foundation as a cutting-edge interpretive facility that educates and entertains through preservation of Hinkler artefacts and memorabilia.

See his favourite “Avro Baby” returned to its right home from the Queensland Museum, original documents, photos, memborabilia and multimedia exhibits.

See the view over Mon Repos Beach exactly as Bert did when he began living his dream of aviation – explore the Globe Theatre, five aircraft, interactive displays, touch screens and archival area.

In the Aviator’s Store you’ll find a fantastic range of branded clothing and merchandise, gifts, drinkware, souvenirs and toys to commemorate your visit.

BurneƩ Heads Holiday Park A unique harbour location only minutes from Mon Repos Turtle Rookery & 15 minutes from Bundy.

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Miara Holiday Park

A riverfront & bush camping holiday spot on the Kolan River mouth just 45 km’s north of Bundy.

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EllioƩ Heads Holiday Park

Best of both worlds with the ocean & river on your doorstep, just 15 minutes from Bundy’s city centre.

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Moore Park Beach Holiday Park An absolute beachfront location surrounded by parkland & endless beach just 20 min north of Bundy.

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Enjoy hands on experience with the aircraft synonymous with Bundaberg’s famed airman Bert Hinkler at the display at the Hinkler Hall of Aviation.

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Enjoy Chinese Cuisine

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We have an a-la-carte menu for dine in or takeaway

Sushi- rice bowls- soups- noodles

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Sushi Train- tasty, fresh and healthy CALL IN TODAY! 46a Woongarra St., Bundaberg.

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Accident towing for all Insurance Companies

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Take a walk back in time in Bundaberg around the CBD (Central Business District). The Post Office has remained unchanged since 1890, the oldest building is the School of Arts built in 1888, and the War Memorial WW 1 digger on a polished red granite column. See the churches and old banks.

35 craters – all in one location, over 25 million years old. The Mystery Craters is an usual rock formation, discovered beneath a layer of silt and sand by a farmer in 1971. Theories include- a large meteorite, result of sea action, hot spring activity, sink holes from volcanic action, roof of subterranean lake.

Bring your own picnic or drinks, refreshments available. Also view a coin collection, antique machinery , rock and fossil display. Open 9am to 5pm every day on the Gin Gin Highway. Phone 41 577 291.

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Baldwin Swamp Environmental Park is a hidden haven of peace to head for during your city sight-seeing, a natural wetland in south/east Bundaberg near the bywash with access (including wheelchair) from several different streets.

Boardwalks and walking tracks lead to a Bush Chapel and shelter shed among abundant natural resources and wildlife including over 150 bird species (there’s a bird hide too) plus numerous spots to drink in the peacefully healthy solitude.

Free Playgrounds where burning energy is fun and healthy for you and the kids includes the new Boreham Park at Avenell Hts, redesigned by Wide Bay Medicare Local and the Council to support more activity.

Another is Bargara’s new Schuhkraft Hub at Neilson Park with a wide range of energy burning equipment catering for all ages.

Alexandra Park with its collection of native animals and birds and Victorian era band rotunda is a great picnic spot and playground; Lake Ellen (on the Bywash where Easy Bundy meets South) is also a favourite with all the latest equipment.

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We welcome healthcare professionals of all specialties to share in our vision for a healthy local community. We’ve invested in the most exciting and state of the art health precinct within the Bundaberg and Wide Bay region and boast a friendly and professional environment.

Positioned perfectly in a location that offers an exceptional lifestyle and great natural beauty, the Friendly Society Private Hospital offers you a perfect fork in the road to change your life.

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What’s on at the Movies? Find one at Moncrieff Entertainment Centre in Bourbong Street and fourscreen cinema Readings on Johanna Boulevard towards the Airport. (for Readings phone 4152 1233.) The Moncrieff was named after famous singer Gladys Moncrieff who was born in Bundaberg.

Denizens Of The Deep is on display at Council’s Bargara Service Centre in Hughes Road and amazes all who view it or the talent and expert craftsmanship shown in incredible detail by local artist, Nobby Clark.

Extraordinary wood carvings using local timbers are a masterpiece bringing the reef to life. Phone 1300 883 699, www.absculptures.com Railway Museum – the original North Bundaberg Railway Station (National Trust listed) is preserved as a Railway Historical Museum. It’s in Station Street. North Bundaberg, just over the bridge to your left.

The Playhouse Theatre in Steffensen Street is live local theatre at its best with something sure to be on during your stay. June – Proof, thought-provoking mathematical drama; July – Peter Pan by the Youth Theatre; September – Phantom Of The Opera musical masterpiece; November/ December – comedy Don’t Dress For Dinner.

Phone 41 53 1904 www. theplayhousetheatre.org. au

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PERFECT SOIL, CLIMATE AND SEASONS. The native Australian nut has become a global success story, and with good reason. Nothing compares to it’s texture, taste or it’s health benefits. Macadamia Australia grow 130,000 trees in the Bundaberg region.

You can buy locally grown macadamias in a variety of flavours direct from the farm...

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On the coast, just 12kms east of Bundaberg is the hidden gem of Innes Park, a friendly seaside community with a holiday atmosphere and the freedom of acres of oceanfront parkland with an abundance of wildlife to greet you every day. A perfect place to build your dream home, raise a family or enjoy your retirement.

Innes Park is loved for its rural feeling, completely relaxed atmosphere, naturally bushy setting and the sandy inlet of Palmer Creek. It is a family friendly environment with plenty to keep you busy, safe swimming for both young and old, coastal walking paths, rock pools and children’s playgrounds. For the sports minded, bike riding and skateboard park, kayaking and snorkelling in the Woongarra Marine Park, fishing with a boat ramp, plus three golf courses including an 18 hole championship course with the Pacific ocean as its magnificent backdrop and then there is always the 19th hole!

Ideally situated, Innes Park is halfway between the popular coastal resort of Bargara Beach (to the north) and the picturesque Elliott Heads (to the south), both within 10 minutes drive.

There is plenty to entertain you in the surrounding district. Visit Bargara’s attractive streetscape and shopping precinct, oceanfront walkways, shady picnic areas or take a dip at the patrolled beaches of Kelly’s or Neilsen Park. Spend an afternoon at the relaxed township of Elliott Heads located on the picturesque Elliott River where you can try your hand at windsurfing or just pass your time enjoying an ice cream and relaxing to the ebb and flow of the

tide at the river mouth. Take your friends to the well known turtle rookery at Mon Repos Beach, or on a tour of the famous Bundaberg Rum Distillery or visit the Botanic Gardens, Hinkler House and the Hinkler Hall of Aviation.

Bundaberg, Queensland’s 8th largest city which services a population of over 130,000 retains its charm of yesteryear with ornate facades on historical buildings yet provides plenty of vibrant shopping, dining and entertainment facilities to meet your

needs. Where better than to consider building your dream home? Land at Innes Park is still very affordable.

Larger than average size lots (1000 sqm and larger) can still be purchased in a parklike setting within walking distance of the beach at Coral Waters Estate from $149,000.

If you are keen to find the perfect place to call home, Innes Park awaits your inspection.

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Bundaberg – the early days From the Sandhills to Bargara The first indigenous people in the area were the Taribelang with Captain Cook and his crew the first Europeans setting anchor in Bustard Bay, Town of 1770.

Surveyor James Burnett led two expeditions on the river in 1847 with the first squatters William Forster and Gregory Blaxland who settled at Tirroan Station (now Gin Gin) in 1848.

Co-founders of Bundaberg, John and Gavin Steuart were timbergetters camping on the present site of North Bundaberg Railway Station with other labourers including experimental sugar cane farmers following.

When you take your stroll along the boardwalk from The Basin to Nielson Park, take a look at the noticeboard at the entrance to the park, depicting the history of the Railway Picnic from the 1920s and other significant Bargara events.

Photographs include famous aviator Bert Hinkler, visiting Bargara School children after his historic flight in 1928 (see if you can pick him out); the Roller-Skating Rink (1954) Siren Of The Surf beauties (1950s) Neilson Park Bathing Huts and much more.

In the first half of the last century can was cut using cane knives.

Kanakas ( South Sea islander) workers were brought to Bundaberg from 1870s to 90s to labour in the fields, eventually numbering about 2300.

After being a town since 1902, Bundaberg was officially declared a city in 1913.

Prior to 1921 Bargara was known as Sandhills with the School opening in 1893, later renamed Bargara State School. The name Bargara is derived from two adjacent localities, Barolin and Woongarra.

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Born in Bundaberg Bert Hinkler, aviator extraordinaire was born on December 8, 1892 and put his hometown of Bundaberg on the map in 1928 as the first to fly solo from England to Australia. Bert is honoured at the Botanic Gardens at the Hinkler House Memorial Museum with the Hinkler Hall Of Aviation a must-see for visitors.

All good sports – born February 17, 1916, the late Don Tallon (above) was considered by many the best wicketkeeper of the 20th century with the Tallon Bridge over the Burnett River named after his family.

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He represented Queensland Country against Douglas Jardine’s team in the infamous Bodyline Tour and played alongside Don Bradman as one of The Invincibles in 1948.

Don was alert, agile and sure-handed with his stumpings subtle, almost surgical, seldom involving the removal of more than one bail. His widow Lynda lives in North Bundaberg; daughter Catherine is a solicitor and Jane, a professional cellist and music teacher.

As well as “Australia’s Queen Of Song” Gladys Moncrieff after whom the Entertainment Centre is named, Molly de Gunst born in 1905, became a renowned soprano in England and her ashes rest in the Bundaberg Crematorium. Tenor, Donald Smith who joined the Australian Opera in 1958 received acclaim in the world’s great opera houses before going on to become one of the greatest tenors of the 20th century.

Olympic swimmer Rosemary Lassig (now Lluka) born here on August 10, 1941,

won a Silver Medal in the 4 x 100m medley relay at the Rome Games in 1960. Teammates were Dawn Fraser, Jan Andrew, Marilyn Wilson and Rosemary also competed in the 200m breast stroke where she was eliminated in the heats.

Rugby League legend, Mal Meninga (above) was born in Bundaberg, July 8 1960. After attending schools in Monto and Maroochydore he returned briefly aged 11, to Walkervale School. Mal helped Queensland to win the first ever State Of Origin against New South Wales in 1980 by kicking seven goals from seven attempts.

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Eco Resort tranquillity on our doorstep Lady Elliot Island is a 25 minute flight from Bundaberg Airport for your day trip or stay longer in the variety of accommodation – reef units right on the beach, family suites and eco-cabins.

A coral cay, Lady Elliot is made entirely from crushed coral so bring comfy walking or reef walking shoes (also available for guests to borrow).

Activities include snorkelling, diving, glass-bottom boat tours, fish feeding, beach volleyball, turtle and bird spotting, guided reef walks – or just breathe in nature and the ocean.

With exceptionally clear water and healthy coral all year round you may encounter turtles, dolphins or a giant manta ray, but no marine stingers. For your complete tranquillity, there are no phones, TV or radio in the rooms and no mobile reception. WiFi and internet facilities are available as well as an Activities Centre with DVDs, board and card games.

Meet up at the Lagoon Bar or Poolside Bar and Bistro and make time to visit the Education Centre to learn the fascinating history of this tranquil coral cay including who’s buried in the tiny cemetery, who Lady Elliot was and where you’re likely to see her ghost.

Lady Elliot is the southern-most inhabited on the Reef and the 40 hectares can be walked around in less than an hour. www.ladyelliot. com.au

Lady Musgrave, a unique coral cay & lagoon Lady Musgrave Cruises departs from Town Of 1770 with same day return coach services from Bundaberg.

Phone 1800 63 1770.

Enjoy a fabulous day aboard the 22 metre high speed vessel Spirit Of 1770 which moors alongside the floating pontoon for a fun filled day – lazy and relaxed or dive right in for the ultimate underwater experience.

Sheltered crystal clear waters offer spectacular snorkelling and coral viewing. Take a ride in the semisubmarine; enter the underwater observatory or above water-level enjoy the glass-bottom boat.

Explore the island on a guided walk and enjoy morning and afternoon teas, plus tropical buffet lunch with seafood.

Drinks and snacks from the bar, snorkelling equipment provided with flotation vests, sunscreen, reef-walking shoes - bring swimsuits,towel, sunnies and hat.

Try Scuba diving -There are introductory dives in the shallower waters within the lagoon with no experience necessary, and certified divers are transferred to selected dive sites outside the lagoon..

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Agnes Water and Town of 1770

Mystery Craters

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Hours: 9am to 4pm Monday to Sunday

Deal with the Real Estate Agency that 07 4159 0888

• Open for Breakfast • Light Lunch • Afternoon Tea • Gluten Free Products

Dine-In or Take-Away

Cafe 1928 serves great coffee, a variety of other hot and cold drinks, delicious light meals and delectable treats and refreshments, in a friendly open-plan building with a cozy atmosphere and a friendly smile.

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Adjacent to train station at the Bundaberg Botanic Gardens Mt Perry road, North Bundaberg.

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~ Locally Owned & Operated ~ • Salad Rolls / Sandwiches • Fruit & Veg • Groceries • Deli • Hot Chickens • Hot Food • Phone recharge • Ice & Bait • Slushees

90 Gavin Street

OPEN 7 DAYS 5.00AM -7PM Stockists of

Icecream Shop 16 Bargara Central Shopping Village, Bargara. www.yesrealestate.com.au

North Bundaberg • Phone (07) 4152 5393 www.TouristQueensland.com.au

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Mystery Craters

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Hours: 9am to 4pm Monday to Sunday

Deal with the Real Estate Agency that 07 4159 0888

• Open for Breakfast • Light Lunch • Afternoon Tea • Gluten Free Products

Dine-In or Take-Away

Cafe 1928 serves great coffee, a variety of other hot and cold drinks, delicious light meals and delectable treats and refreshments, in a friendly open-plan building with a cozy atmosphere and a friendly smile.

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Adjacent to train station at the Bundaberg Botanic Gardens Mt Perry road, North Bundaberg.

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~ Locally Owned & Operated ~ • Salad Rolls / Sandwiches • Fruit & Veg • Groceries • Deli • Hot Chickens • Hot Food • Phone recharge • Ice & Bait • Slushees

90 Gavin Street

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dining out GUIDE RESTAURANT

ADDRESS

Thai Rice

44b Woongarra Street, Bundaberg.

Ph: 4154 1055

Bargara Bowls Club

Crn Tanner & Whalley Streets Bargara.

Ph: 4159 2202

Spotted Dog Tavern

217 Bourbong Street, Bundaberg Ph: 4198 1044

Spicy Tonight

Cnr Targo/Quay Streets, Bundaberg.

Ph: 4154 3320

Baltimore Restaurant

Shop 3 Port Marina Dr, Port Marina.

Ph: 4159 5200

Baltimore Takeaway & Seafood H2o Restaurant & Bar

Mira’s Café

LIC/BYO

HOURS

MENU / STYLE

BYO

LUNCH Monday to Friday 11.30am - 2.30pm DINNER Monday to Saturday 5pm - 8.30pm

Welcome to Thai Rice, boasting Authentic Thai Food Cooked Fresh For You by our Authentic Thai Chef.

Specialising in Thai Curries and delicious Stir Fry, we offer excellent value for money meals. Casual Thai dining BYO, friendly atmosphere. Lunch specials available daily. Check out our website for our full menu. www.thairice.com.au

Licensed

Tuesday – Sunday Lunch 12-2pm Dinner 5.30-8.30pm Bookings Required Café 12pm-8.30pm

Full A-La-Carte Menu.

All made fresh on premises using local products/produce.

Daily Specials - Themed Nights.

Café - all coffee styles & rainforest blend.

Cakes made fresh on premises.

All day dining 7 days

Gourmet pizzas all day. Coffee booth & snacks from 6.00am. Café open from 8.00am Lunch - 11.00am - 3.00pm.

Dinner - 5.00pm - till late Tapas from 3.00pm - till late Sunday all day breakfast from 9.00am.

BYO

11am-2.30pm Dinner 5pm to late

Menu: Traditional Indian curries, raitas, breads, lamb, chicken, beef, veg, korma, vindaloo. Aussie dishes available.

Cooling deserts, Lassi, Mango kulfi.

Style: Fresh cooked tastes of India and Thailand

Licensed

Open 7 days from 9am

Full seven page menu including fresh local seafood.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner and an ability to customise each dish to your own personal taste or dietary requirements or just enjoy a great coffee with some house-made desserts with some of the best views Bundy has to offer with lots of grass for the kids to play on.

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Open 7 days from 9am Til 3pm Late nights til 7pm Fri/Sat

Enjoy the peaceful marina setting and large grassed areas with fish & chips, burgers, coned ice creams or some fresh local seafood made to the same high standard demanded in our next door restaurant.

Fresh seafood platters made to order.

Licensed

Mon – Fri 6.30am-9pm Sat 6.30-9am & 5-9pm Sun 7.30-10am

By sourcing only the best local produce, we offer a fusion of modern Australian cuisine, designed by our Executive Chef, Chris Sabic. Our passionate and motivated team strive to provide exceptional service as “the only thing we overlook is the river.”

100 Hughes Road, Fully Bargara Licensed Ph: 4159 1245

Tues-Thurs 8am-4pm Fridays 8am til Late Sat-Sun 8am-4pm

Friday Night Tapas All Functions Catered For We Use Local Fresh Produce Garden Setting

Licenced

Wednesday Sunday Lunch 12-2pm Dinner 6-8pm

Wednesday night $15 steak $12 Lunch Menu Starting April - $8.50 Sunday Roasts

Licensed

Breakfast: From 6.30am Tues to Frid, weekends 7.30am.

Lunch: Thur to Sun from noon. Dinner 7 Nights from 5pm.

An extensive menu offering top class dining.

Breakfast: 6.30am Tuesday to Friday, Weekends 7.30am.

Lunch: Thursday to Sunday from Noon.

Dinner: 7 Nights from 5pm.

BYO

Lunch: Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri 11am-2pm Dinner: 7 nights 5pm-8.30pm

Authentic Thai Cuisine Entrée’s, Soups, Salads, Curries, Stir Fry Dishes Delicious Authentic Thai Deserts New Indian Menu now available

Shop 4 Port Marina Dr, Port Marina.

Ph: 4159 5200

7 Quay Street, Bundaberg.

Ph: 4155 8788

Alloway Country Club

Goodwood Road, Alloway

Kacy's

Cnr Bauer Street & Esplanade, Bargara.

Ph: 4130 1100

Red Chilli Thai Bargara

16A Bauer Street, Bargara Ph: 4130 5616

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Casablanca

Go Sushi – Hinkler Central Shopping Centre

ADDRESS Shop 6 Beach Plaza 15 See Street, Bargara 4159 0533 Shop 64A, 16 Maryborough Street Bundaberg – Ph: 4153 5142

Spinnaker 1 A Quay Street, Bundaberg.

Bar and 07 4151 1634 Restaurant Sabrosa Bourbong Steakhouse & 167A St Bundaberg A-La-Carte Ph: 4151 3666 Restaurant Rendezvous 220 Bourbong Street, Gallery Bundaberg Restaurant Ph: 41531166

Rock Salt Bistro The Waves Sports Club

Sticky Fingers Cafe The Waves Sports Club

1 Miller Street Bundaberg 41521531

1 Miller Street Bundaberg 41521531

LIC/BYO

HOURS

MENU / STYLE

BYO Wine only

7.30am-2pm Sun to Wed. 7.30am-8.30pm Thurs to Sat.

We offer a modern Australian menu with meals to suit all tastes and budgets.

Meal prices start from just $8.00 The coffee is simply awesome.

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Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8am –5.30pm Thurs 8am to 9pm Sat 8am to 5pm Sun 10am to 3pm

Takeaway Sushi made fresh daily.

Fast Service.

Seafood, Chicken and Vegetarian options available.

Licensed

Open 7 days Mon - Sat 10am - close Sun 8.30am-3pm

Lunch & dinner on the river.

Tea and coffee anytime.

Friday & Saturday night harp player.

All day breakfast/lunch Sunday.

Functions with in-house decorating.

Licensed

Lunch Tues-Fri Specialise In Steak And Local Seafood 11.30am-2pm Local Produce Sourced A-la-Carte Dinner Tues-Sat 5.30pm Til Late Pasta/Chicken/Gluten Free, Yummy Deserts Try The Sabrosa Challenge Closed Sun & Mon

Licenced

Rendezvous offers an exceptional a-la-carte menu, based on the freshest local produce and modern Australian cuisine.

With having such an intimate atmosphere along with experienced and friendly staff, it makes for a perfect dining experience.

Mon – Thurs 5.30-8.30pm

Licensed

Lunch: A-La-Carte & Daily Chef Board Specials – 7 Days LUNCH Dinner: A-La-Carte Menu 7 Days 12-2pm - 7 Days.

Specials: Mon: Chef’s Board/Steak Or Schnitzel DINNER Tues: $2 Tuesday ( Second Meal Of The Same Value Only $2 Mon – Wed 6-8pm Weds: Delicious Free Range Chicken Schnitzel $15 With 6 Topper Options Thurs – Sat 5.30-9pm Thurs: All You Can Eat International Buffet Sun 5.30-8pm Sunday: Sunday Roast

Licensed

Open From 10am to Close, 7 Days a Week

All new menu ranging from quick bites to full meal options. Salads and seafood.

Burgers and sandwiches.

Coffee and cakes. Milkshakes and thick shakes.

Pies and sausage rolls.

And a full range of other delicious café treats.

Licensed

10am – 8pm

CAFÉ: Coffee- Tea-Cakes BISTRO: Steak – Fish – Roasts – Seafood Delicious Fresh Veges – Home Made Salads We can cater for a Dinner For Two through to Weddings

Bundaberg's only fully licensed Thai Restaurant. Wed & Thur for lunch & dinner.

Curries from $16. Red, Green, Panang, Choo Chee. Chicken, beef, pork, vegetarian.

Isis Club Café & Bistro

46 Churchhill Street, Childers

Thai Tulips

Takalvan Street, Bundaberg.

Ph: 4153 1881

Licensed

Lunch Wednesday to Friday.

Dinner nightly except Monday.

87 Perry Street Bundaberg North Ph: 4151 3247

Licensed

Open Monday to Saturday, Lunch 12 noon-2pm, Dinner 6-8pm

Al a Carte Menu using the best local produce.

Australian Cuisine.

Children are most welcome.

Lunch: 7 days 12-2pm

Lunch: Bistro Menu & Blackboard Specials Value for money.

Dinner: A-la-carte Restaurant Menu + Davo's Steakhouse: Friday & Saturday from 7pm: Families Very Welcome

Platform 87 Restaurant The Railway Hotel

Bargara Lakes Tavern

2 Bargara Lakes Drive, Bargara.

Ph: 4154 7666

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Beautiful Bargara Beach You’ll find this superb seaside destination 15km east of the Bundaberg CBD and the overflowing caravan parks during the winter months here are testament to its perfect weather – just ask the many visitors from southern states who escape the cold year after year in our sub-tropical paradise.

Fine surfing beaches are Kellys and Nielson Park which are patrolled during holiday seasons and children are assured of safe swimming in the sheltered waters of Money’s Creek (at the southern end of Kellys) and the famous Kanaka-made family friendly pool, The Basin at the northern end.

Accommodation choices range from the luxurious to the comfortable with everything in between – high rise apartments, motels, B&Bs, caravan parks and resorts – everyone is kept happy.

Have a picnic or free barbecue along the Esplanade with plenty of room for the kids to play including the Turtle Playground and just over the road the breakfast/brunch brigade are out in force for their croissant and coffee hit.

Schuhkraft Park is the new free fitness, nature-based play area alongside Nielson Park basketball courts, with fitness equipment, informal sports area, new walk paths and climbing frame. Designed to fit in with the landscape, a log washed up in the floods was integrated into the park.

Enjoy a meal or cold beer from the Bargara Golf Club balcony overlooking the Pacific Ocean or there’s the Bargara Hotel, Bargara Lakes Tavern or Bowls Club (live music on Fridays).

Kellys Beach.

Mon Repos Turtles – back in November Mon Repos Beach 15 minutes from Bundaberg’s city centre has the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on Australia’s eastern mainland and most significant loggerhead population in the South Pacific. Rangers at Mon Repos are thrilled with turtle and visitor numbers this year with 27,000 visitors from around the world watching loggerhead, green and flatback turtles lay their eggs and weeks later they watched as these eggs hatched.

Turtle Watching Time begins in early November through to March when the hatchlings scurry out of the nest down to the ocean. These “grand old ladies of the deep” can travel up to 3000 kms to their traditional nesting beach every few years.

Loggerheads begin breeding around age 30 with one of the oldest tagged at Mon Repos 60 years old. It is believed they live to about 100. Drive there or travel on the Turtle Express coach.

If you intend coming to Bundaberg to see the turtles book early at www.bundabergregion.com.au, phone 07 41 53 8888 or www. bctours.com.au, phone 07 41 53 1037.

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Take a walk – Burnett Heads to Bargara Coral Coast Pathways will keep you active along the beautiful coastline all the way from the Burnett Heads Lighthouse to Neilson Park at Bargara, through to Kelly’s Beach. Start and finish wherever you want.

The Pathway from Burnett Heads to Neilson Park is known as the Turtle Trail for walkers and cyclists to share. The pasturage reserve is home to abundant native flora and wildlife so take note of any guidelines.

Neilson Park is a great place to have a rest overlooking the ocean before you may your way to the Bargara business district along the Streetscape with its restaurants, cafes and hotel.

You’ll soon be at The Basin, the man made rock pool, famous for family friendly swimming just near the Golf Club as you follow the pathway south to the 2km stretch that is beautiful Kelly’s Beach, home to luxurious apartments along its foreshore.

Walking checklist – during summer plan to walk early in the morning or late afternoon, take water with you, remember hat, sunscreen and comfortable shoes.

Work up to a moderate pace (slight but noticeable increase in breathing and heart rate), slow down if you feel breathless and if you have chest pain stop immediately.

For your Coral Coast Pathways brochure and map see the Information Centre or Bundaberg Regional Council offices, either in the CBD or Hughes Road Bargara.

Jams / Sauces / Relishes / Gifts Berries June-November 100 Hughes Road, Bargara

Amandine Lavender

AUTHENTIC THAI DINE IN – TAKE AWAY

4130 5616

288 Seaview Road, Bargara

Open 7 NIGHTS 5-8.30PM New Indian Menu now available

Gift Shop & Lavender Farm

16A BAUER ST. BARGARA

Advertise in the summertime Bargara Billboard Phone 07 41531133

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Opalescant Emporium

The pla ce where friends meet!

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Mob: 0437 855 495

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“The Kiosk” Bargara Central

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COFFEE, CAKE, FOOD.

Beach Plaza, 15 See Street.

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Burnett Heads and Port Marina

Most popular port of entry The Bundaberg Port Marina is the most popular Port of Entry into Australia with international visitors accessing it as a “gateway” to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and centralised base for inland adventures – it’s the closest to New Caledonia (783nm) and Vanuatu (1000nm).

Our Port Marina is the safest, most accessible entrance in Queensland and New South Wales with easy all-weather deepwater access into the mouth of the Burnett River, professional and friendly Customs and Quarantine Officers specialising in small craft arrival.

The 180 top quality berths have power, water, security lighting and wireless broadband at most

of the sites. One of Queensland’s most recognised ship repair facilities, with plenty of mod cons, professional staff and the Marina Office open seven days with courtesy bus to Bundaberg city or hire a car from Turtle Coast Car Hire and explore the region.

There’s also a chandlery, Ocean Pacific Seafoods, (the spanner crab experts with 25 years seafood export experience), and a wonderfully relaxing way to round off your visit is looking over the river after a superb meal at Baltimore Restaurant & Bar, open seven days for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fresh crab meat – take some home.

Baltimore Restaurant Bar & Cafe 7 days, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Phone: 07 4159 5200 Relax by the river in the picturesque marina with your take away fish & chips or ice cream cone or just indulge in some of our local seafood for the barbie tonight.

Using the same high quality of food, cleanliness and levels of service demanded in our restaurant.

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OPEN 7 DAYS FROM 9.00AM Shop 4 Port Marina Drive. Ph: 4159

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Burnett Heads and Port Marina

Enviable position – plus all a boatie needs Bundaberg Port Marina enjoys an allweather safe entrance from the Burnett River at any time and in the most extreme weather conditions. There is no bar to worry about and the well-defined shipping channel ensures boats are not in danger of running aground. There’s also the opportunity on a rising tide of sailing right up to the heart of the CBD. For yachts making the annual trek to the Whitsundays, a visit to Bundaberg and Burnett Heads is an important stopover and the ideal place to restock vital supplies before the long haul north.

Bundaberg enjoys an enviable position on the coast with everything a boatie needs available from the marina, including

routine maintenance or repairs.

There are marine chandlers, mechanics, electronics experts, shipwrights, rigging professional, surveyors, canvas and welding specialists and more. You’ll then be ready to visit some of the wonderful places on the southern Great Barrier Reef nearby.

very popular with boaties and visiting tourists, and Marina Manager, Geoff Beyer , invites everyone to come down and have a look– you will certainly find that gift that is very different. Check out the catalogue with even more available apart from items on display.

Port Marina Gift Shop Located in the marina office is the unique “nautical gift shop”. You’ll find a great variety of items including nautically orientated household furnishings, glassware, wine holders, fridge magnets, figurines, - perfect if you’re decorating a beach house.

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Burnett Heads the mouth of the Burnett River The town's most notable feature is its historic timber lighthouse, the Old Burnett Heads Light, dating from 1873. The structure, originally sited on South Head (the southern entrance to the Burnett River), was replaced by a modern structure in 1971 and is one of two Australian Cospas Sarsat satellite ground receiver stations.

The original lighthouse was restored and moved to a local park off Mittelheuser Street. It includes the original Fresnel lens.

In recognition of its lighthouses, Burnett Heads stages the annual Lighthouse Festival on the last Saturday in October.

Coral Coast Pathways take you all the way from Burnett Heads to Kellys Beach, promoting a healthy lifestyle whether walking or cycling.

Burnett Heads has a long seagoing heritage with a multi-lane boat ramp and no delays in taking to the water.

Burnett Heritage Trail – winds from Oaks Beach via the former Pilot Station Reserve, taking in both the original South Head Lighthouse and the new taller automatic Lighthouse.

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Oaks Beach situated south of Burnett Heads is 50m long and great for fishing, swimming, rock walking and snorkelling. You can even spot turtles here during the season from November to March.

Oaks Beach to Neilson Park – known as The Turtle Trail, providing walkers and cyclists with a shared pathway to enjoy and experience the region’s natural diversity. Native wildlife may be encountered on this pathway.

With a peaceful oceanfront location and small village atmosphere, Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday park offers a relaxing holiday.

It is a popular fishing paradise, with boat harbour and ramp. Pets are welcome (prior to management approval).

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The timber lighthouse dates from 1873 and is now in a local park.

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Over $12,000 in cash and prizes to be won!

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BURNETT HEADS ... quiet and beautiful Burnett Heads is a town at the mouth of the Burnett River in Queensland Australia, located 16km North of the regional city of Bundaberg with a population of around 2,600 people.

The newly completed complex is well presented and since opening in 2010 has been very well received by the emerging Burnett Heads community and its surrounding catchment area.

The centre is anchored by an 800m2 approx IGA and maintains a diverse tenancy mix to best service the community whilst ensuring complimentary business activity.

Other tenancies include the Post and News, Burnett Heads Bakery, Family Pharmacy and the Doctor which is set to open Mid April 2014.

A recent announcement was released to confirm plans for development of the Port which is significant for both the area and wider region.

Burnett Heads is a destination for both young and old alike due to its alluring sense of beachside serenity which is accentuated by its noteworthy Marina which is soon to combine with a Landmark Port Facility.

BULK BILLING Burnett Heads Shopping Centre New Practice with State of the Art Equipment QML on premises On site nurse

OPENING HOURS: MON - FRI 8.00AM - 5.00PM Patients can lodge their details for registration with Burnett Heads Pharmacy or contact Tammy on 0423 235 985.

Email: trose@medecoinala.com.au

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Burnett Heads Bakery Baked on site daily • Orders for special occasions Cakes - Breads - Pies - Slices

Ph: 4159 5558

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Grab your morning papers and milk from 6am every day. Pay your bills, get cash out, recharge your mobile phone and so much more at my licenced post office.

Post your parcels or letters to anywhere in Australia or the world with Australia Post and its worldwide partners. Not sure what to get for that someone special, no problem, I have a wide range of greeting cards and gifts available including instant scratch-it lottery tickets and much much more. So be sure to check us out in Burnett Heads otherwise you’ll never know what your’re missing out on.

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Unwind, relax at Moore Park Beach Go over the bridge to North Bundaberg and keep following the signs for 25kms to Moore Park, a seaside township with 20kms of unspoilt golden beaches – the first choice for those craving an unhurried relaxing beach getaway.

Regular holiday makers return year after year for their peaceful, more relaxed holiday with swimming, surfing, fishing, long walks or whatever else takes their fancy.

Accommodation includes beachfront camping and cabins, motel, bush huts each with a different theme plus stylish apartments with nothing between you and the beach but a vegetated wildlife reserve.

Facilities include IGA Supermarket, bakery, hardware, speciality stores, mini mart, service station with great food and a good night out at Moore Park Beach Bowls Club (bistro Tuesday to Sunday) and Moore Park Beach Tavern (open seven days) When you want to get up and go, take your 4WD along the northern 10km of beach to the mouth of the Kolan River with only the occasional roofline seen from the beach – you’ll feel a million miles away from the daily grind.

Big plans for Elliott Heads This is the southern most of the local beaches at the mouth of the Elliott River surrounded by sugar cane and smallcrops farms. Unit and cabin accommodation is available, travel along Elliott Heads Road.

At Elliott Heads, a major residential development, including a shopping complex has been approved to house up to 9,000 in the next 20 years. It is expected to increase both population and commercial activity Elliott Heads has swimming at the patrolled surf beach and it’s popular for kite surfing, jet-skiing while the fishing is good either from the shore or nearby reefs. Sandstone cliffs form an interesting headland and the rocky foreshore is fun to explore.

A shady landscaped caravan park, picnic and bbq spots make this a great family holiday destination.

Riverview is a tiny village nestled on the northern bank of the estuary but provides large scale recreational opportunities. Great for fishing with boat ramp and pontoon.

A relaxing stroll along Moore Park Beach.

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MOORE PARK BEACH ... This is a destination

Located 25 klms north east of Bundaberg, Moore Park Beach is a seaside township with nearly 20 kilometers of pristine golden beaches to enjoy and relax.

With a 4WD access point to traverse the beach, coupled with the opportunity to see turtles, dolphins and other wildlife, Moore Park Beach provides a unique opportunity for visitors to engage with nature in an unhurried environment.

The newly completed Moore Park beach Shopping Complex is well presented and since opening in 2012 it has been very well received by the emerging community. The centre is anchored by a super IGA and True Value Hardware.

This centre also offers a diverse tenancy mix to best service the community whilst ensuring complimentary business activity.

These tenancies include Moore Park Beach Real Estate, Heritage Bank, Moore Park Rocks Takeaway, Exclusive Hair & Beauty, Upper Crust Bakery, Johns Asian Delight, The Salty Turtle, E Entertainment, Moore Park Pharmacy and True Value Hardware & Hire.

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WOODGATE

Woodgate Beach – endless shores, no crowds

Woodgate beach offers a stunning curve of white sand over 16 kilometres long, backed by a continuous sweep of shady she-oaks. The township offers a quiet and picturesque place to relax, unwind and enjoy a natural experience. The calm ocean waters are protected from strong swells by Fraser Island, and the shallow seas here are home to dugongs and turtles.

The town is stretched behind the esplanade and is an eclectic mix of traditional 'Queenslander' style homes, 1950's beach shacks, modern homes and some more palatial designs. Kiosks, a restaurant, hotel and accommodation are located here. To the north lies Theodolite Creek - a breathtaking expanse of white silica sand perfect for swimming and fishing and to the south, Walkers Point - a small fishing village near the mouth of the Burrum River.

Surrounding Woodgate on all landward sides is the Burrum Coast National Park - Woodgate and Kinkuna sections, preserving a rapidly disappearing snapshot of what much of the Southern Queensland coast once resembled. Low forests of heath, eucalypt, native cypress and banksias are sprinkled with still tea-tree stained lagoons and luxuriant cabbage tree palm groves. Boardwalks and walking trails lead from Woodgate through the park and for the more adventurous, Four Wheel Drive trails lead to national park camping grounds and secluded beachside picnic areas. The wildlife from the national park makes regular appearances in town kangaroos frequent the bowling green and emus make an odd sight as they wander along quiet streets. Rainbow lorikeets frolic amongst the trees and from July to November - the waterspouts of migrating whales are often seen offshore.

The area is popular with families, birdwatchers, nature lovers, Four Wheel Drivers and those looking for a taste of old fashioned beach holidays, without the bright lights, high-rise and cafe strips.

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CHILDERS ~ WOODGATE

Take in the sights of Childers

Nested between the Ocean & the National Forest

Find time to visit our friendly neighbours, Childers 50km south on the Bruce Highway and the coastal town of Woodgate (from Childers turn off the highway into Goodwood Road) In Childers main street see the Backpackers Memorial featuring the Memory Wall and photograph-like portrait of young lives lost in the 2000 fire plus the historic Pharmaceutical Museum with original red cedar fittings, 1900 cash register, leatherbound script pads, ground glass bottles and amazing memorabilia.

Flying High at Apple Tree Creek – 6km north of Childers is a great bird habitat with walk-through free-flight aviaries.

Indulge in multi-award winning ice creams, sorbets and other home-made treats at Mammino’s Gourmet Ice Cream at their factory in Lucketts Road and Snakes Downunder also in Lucketts Road is affordable entertainment for the whole family and The Snake House has some of the country’s most dangerous (and beautiful) snakes.

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Explore the Hinterland This is a real contrast to our coastal regions and the area covers Gin Gin and Mount Perry, inland to the North Burnett Circle and down to the South Burnett region.

Gin Gin, 51 kms west of Bundaberg is the ideal rest stop when travelling between Brisbane and Rockhampton with an Historical Society Museum, Art Gallery and Visitor Information Centre.

Nearby Lake Monduran provides a relaxing waterside location â&#x20AC;&#x201C; popular for fishing and camping. The WIN TV Fishing Classic is on October 18 and 19.

Mount Perry is full of country spirit and check out the engineering marvel, the National Heritage Listed Boolbunda Tunnel carved out of pure rock without machinery, the 192 metre tunnel is the longest unsupported manmade structure of its kind in the southern hemisphere. Mount Perry is also home to events including Camel Cup, Dump Truck Pull, Woodchop and races.

Monto and Cania Gorge- unspoilt beauty For a day away or overnight stay, Cania Gorge National Park and picturesque Lake Cania is the ideal spot to view the unspoilt beauty of the awesome sculpted sandstone rock formations. Lake Cania has been well stocked with saratoga, bass, golden and silver perch plus more species occurring naturally.

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Take the North Burnett Circle Rugged gorges, mountain ranges, rural views and towns offering real country hospitality â&#x20AC;&#x201C; take the circle on the Burnett Highway (A3) as part of the alternate route from Brisbane to Rockhampton.

Gayndah, Queenslandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest town has plenty of reminders of its colonial history with Heritage Listed Mellors Drapery still using the only remaining â&#x20AC;&#x153;flying foxâ&#x20AC;? cash transaction device. Their citrus is celebrated at the Gayndah Orange Festival held every odd-numbered year.

Mundubbera produces one third of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s citrus and is midway between Brisbane and Rockhampton at the meeting of three rivers (Burnett, Boyne and Auburn).

Eidsvold â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre honours this great Australian, displaying his skills and achievements, bringing his passion for bush lore to life.

Mt Walsh National Park is undeveloped and suits keen experienced bushwalkers and climbers while Coalstoun Lakes National Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s twin volcanic crater lakes are a mecca for wildlife when filled with rain.

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Love me, love my dog Pet-friendly holiday destinations are in greater demand, according to research from Tourism Australia with the number of mature-aged travellers increasing at a much greater rate than younger people.

Susie Chaseling from Pet Information Advisory Service re-inforced the knowledge that older peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health, both physical and emotional can benefit greatly by the company of a pet.

During road trips, it was found older people wanted to incorporate a healthy active lifestyle, including playing golf and exercising, a large part of which was continuing to walk their dog. (Over 53% of Australian households have either a cat or dog).

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BRIANNA YOUNG of Nundah, is off to see the whales in the calm waters of Hervey Bay with the compliments of Quick Cat II and BRIANNA has also won in our competition, three nights accommodation at Kingfisher Bay Resort on Fraser Island. The answers are Eliza Fraser, Turtles, Great Sandy Strait.

Congratulations to BRIANNA and thanks to all who entered.

Morris Maker finds the pathway at Oaks Beach, near Burnett Heads a great spot to walk his dog.

Ms Chaseling said some pets can adapt surprisingly well to travel and options in the tourism accommodation industry are recognising the need to cater for those wanting to take their much-loved pets on holiday with them.

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