Hervey Bay & Fraser Island Tourist Guide - Autumn Edition #130 - 2023

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A world of unique treasures awaits

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

You can’t go any further than World Treasure Designs, a jewellery studio in Urangan focussed on making jewellery with a difference. Their exclusive designs are locally inspired and locally made, featuring Australian gemstones and sustainably sourced metals

Everything is carefully handcrafted, from design sketch to final stone setting, right here in their Hervey Bay workshop. Inspired by the abundant marine life of our beautiful Fraser Coast, World Treasure’s unique Ocean Collection features humpback whales, dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, rays and more. Several of the designs feature Nala, Hervey Bay’s very own and much loved iconic humpback whale. Recognizable by her distinctive

tail, Nala has been sighted in the Bay for over 20 years now and her life journey is celebrated throughout the range of jewellery. With six trade qualified jewellers, designers and specialty setters on premises, the workshop also specialises in custom handmade jewellery, special orders and jewellery and watch repairs

A special commitment to the environment is shown through the use of recycled precious metals, eco-friendly packaging and their new solar-powered workshop. A portion of every sale is donated

towards environmental causes meaning your purchase helps to protect and preserve our beautiful planet for future generations. This is jewellery you can feel good about wearing. Located at 32 King St, near the Urangan pier, shop hours are Mon-Fri from 9:00am - 4:30pm and Saturdays from 9:00am - 12:30pm

Fraser Island is K’gari

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

• Fraser Island located just south of the Great Barrier Reef

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Marloo was shipwrecked on Orchid Beach in 1914

• Maheno beached north of Happy Valley in 1935.

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

Fraser Island / K’gari

• 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

BIG WOODY ISLAND

ROUND ISLAND

HERVEY BAY

URANGAN BOAT HARBOUR

RIVER HEADS BARGE

WANGOOLBA CREEK

Tenimby Creek

Urang Creek

KINGFISHER BAY

CENTRAL STATION

MARYBOROUGH

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Sandy Cape Lighthouse

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Fraser Island renamed K’gari (”Gurri”)

Celebrated at a ceremony with Butchulla representatives and Elders on K’gari on 19th September 2021 after a long campaign by Butchulla people, The World Heritage Area within Great Sandy National Park, which is centred on Fraser Island, along with the surrounding waters and parts of the nearby mainland has been renamed K'gari, pronounced "Gurri". Which means paradise, the original Butchulla people’s name for the island. Butchulla Aboriginal Corporation Chairperson Jade Gould said her people welcome the name change of the world heritage area to K’gari. “The Butchulla people have been campaigning for years to change the name,” Ms Gould said. “The name Fraser Island is a tribute to Eliza Fraser—a woman whose narrative directly lead to the massacre and dispossession of the Butchulla people. A word meaning paradise in Butchulla language is a much more fitting name for such an iconic place.”

Access the Island via River Heads

When coming from the south through Maryborough, turn at the roundabout on Hervey Bay - Maryborough road onto Booral road & follow the signs to River Heads. When coming from the north, leave Howard along the Howard - Torbanlea road to the roundabout, then turn onto Booral road & follow signs to River Heads. High clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles are required as the island consists entirely of sand All-wheel-drive vehicles and caravans are not recommended Vehicle access is by barge (ferry) only. QPWS vehicle access and camping permits are required before you enter

I fly 7000 miles non stop

Black-tailed godwit

- they are the only birds known to fly more than 7,000 miles nonstop with no breaks for water or sleep. They leave Alaska in October & head straight for the Ocean. Though they are land birds, and cannot fish or rest on the sea. Many of them are young, and have never done this before. No other bird can do what they do.

Prevent shorebird disturbance

Disturbance is any action that interrupts the breeding, feeding or resting of shorebirds. You can prevent shorebird disturbance by keeping domestic animals under control and well away from shorebirds. Every time shorebirds are forced to take flight, they burn vital energy Avoid driving or operating all forms of vehicles, vessels and recreational devices near shorebirds. Imagine a shorebird confronting a kite surfer for the first time. Don't drive, set up camp or a simple stroll through a roost site above the high-water mark — you'll destroy shorebird nests. If fishing from a sandbar, choose the opposite end to where the birds are gathered. By disturbing shorebirds we reduce their survival prospects. It is an offence to cause disturbance to shorebirds.

Respect & care

Traditional owners the Butchulla people, have a long and ongoing relationship with K’gari (Fraser Island). In order to acknowledge the important connection to country of the Butchulla people, the Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing’s (NPRSR) and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) urges visitors to treat the country they are travelling through with respect and 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

We are your home away from home on K'gari (Fraser Island) Our unique 2 & 3 bedroom houses are a short walk from 75 Mile Beach

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1770 Festival

Seventeen Seventy.............................................................Free Entry

19 - 21 May 2023*

This year, like every year, the 1770 Festival organising team met with the Gooreng Gooreng, and together have agreed upon a theme of UNITY There’ll be tons of fun for the whole family, with plenty to suit all ages, tastes and budgets.

Captain Cook Drive, Seventeen Seventy, QLD 4677.

Ph: 07 4974 7570

Relish Food & Wine Festival

Maryborough, Fraser Coast Area.......................................Free Entry.

3 June 2023*

Maryborough's heritage street scapes and riverside parks are the perfect setting for a feast of local cuisine, celebrity & local chefs, gourmet tastings, cooking demo’s & live music. Wharf Street, Maryborough, QLD 4650.

Ph: 07 4196 9600

W: www.relishfrasercoast.com.au

Australian Italian Festival

Ingham, Hinchinbrook Area.......................... Free Entry

3 & 4 June 2023*

TYTO Parklands are transformed into a full-scale piazza with nonstop entertainment, competitions, free amusement rides for the children, market stalls, homemade Italian food from professional Italian chefs and the best local Italian Nonnas!

TYTO Parklands - Ingham, North Queensland, QLD 4850.

Ph: 07 4776 5288

W: www.australianitalianfestival.com.au

Scenic Rim's Winter Harvest Festival

Aratula, Scenic Rim Area....................................................Free Entry.

1 July 2023*

Scenic Rim Eat Local Month is the ultimate backstage pass to the farms, wineries and food stories of the region. Farm-gate events and culinary experiences for foodies of all ages. Tasting plates, wines and fresh produce will be on sale.

Carter Road, Aratula, QLD 4309.

Ph: 07 5540 5111 eatlocalmonth.com.au W: www

Mary Poppins Festival

Maryborough, Fraser Coast Area.......................................Free Entry. 2 July 2023*

Maryborough’s heritage streetscapes and riverside parks are transformed through a storytelling program that transcends genres. A grand parade, chimney sweeping, nanny races street food vendors, market stalls, rides, pavement art and live entertainment are some of the festival favourites. Richmond and Wharf Street, Maryborough, QLD 4650.

Ph: 07 4196 9600 W: www.marypoppinsfestival.com.au

Coalfest -Burrum

Coal Discovery Festival

Howard...............................................................................Free Entry.

22 July 2022*

Free entry, food outlets, things to see, entertainment, arts and craft display’s. This event celebrates the heritage of this small region & acknowledging the contribution the past miners made to help make the towns of Torbanlea and Howard.

Bellert Park, William St, Howard. E: coalfest@outlook.com

*Could be subject to change

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Childers Festival

Childers, Bundaberg Area..................................................Free Entry

27 - 30 July 2023*

Held annually on the last weekend in July, the Childers Festival closes the Bruce Highway and the historic streets are lined with food and market stalls set to a back-drop of live music and entertainment across numerous stages. Sunday's main Festival Day is free to attend and everyone is welcome.

Churchill St, Childers, QLD 4660.

Ph: 1300 883 699 W: www.childersfestival.com.au

Taste Bundaberg Festival

Bundaberg Area, various locations................................Cost Various 4 - 13 August 2023*

Appreciate the hard work of the farmer, distiller, brewer, fisherman and grazier who provide a delicious showcase of authentic food and drink experiences crafted from the rich farmlands and pristine coastline of the Bundaberg Region. 190 Bourbong Street, Bundaberg, QLD 4670.

Ph: 1300 883 699 W: www.tastebundabergfestival.com.au

Kingaroy BaconFest

Kingaroy, South Burnett Area.............................................Free Entry.

18 - 20 August 2023*

A three day sizzling food festival celebrating the versatility of bacon. Bacon lovers will experience various competitions, live music, fashion parades, cooking demonstrations, markets and most importantly delicious BACONY foods!

Glendon Street, Kingaroy, QLD 4610.

Ph: 0435 775 494 W: www.kingaroybaconfest.com.au

Oceanfest Bundaberg

Burnett Heads, Bundaberg Area........................................Free Entry. 26 August 2023 *

Held in the picturesque Port Marina precinct, Oceanfest Bundaberg focuses on quality, local seafood, local wines, local beers, entertainment and a range of ocean orientated attractions, displays, demonstrations and workshops. Amusement rides and events for kids, fantastic live entertainment throughout the event and details will be released closer to the event. Organised by the Rotary Club of Bundaberg Sunrise, and proceeds go to local charities and worthwhile causes.

Port Marina Precinct 15-17 Marina Drive Bundaberg, QLD 4670. E: info@oceanfestbundaberg.com.au

Mitchell Creek Rock 'N' Blues Festival

Upper Kandanga, Mary Valley.....................................Ticketed Event. 15 - 17 September 2023*

Enjoy FREE camping on a private 100 acre property up in Noosa Hinterland's beautiful Mary Valley Escape to the bushland for an adventure-filled weekend of rock blues and roots music. 2 x alternating stages offering you non-stop music. They have clean toilet and shower amenities including disability friendly facilities. It is for food lovers too! Over the weekend you can experience a multitude of multicultural cuisines, featuring locally grown produce.

3 Mitchell Creek Road, Kandanga, QLD 4570. E: info@mitchellcreekrocknbluesfest.com.au

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• Whale watching (July to November)

• Tour to Fraser Island (K’gari)

• Kiteboard or stand up paddle boarding lessons

• Visit the markets

• Dolphin spotting (all year)

• Take a bus tour of local attractions

• Hervey Bay Historical Museum - Bigger than it looks

• Stroll through the regions art galleries

• Explore 10 acres of nursery & park lands at Bamboo Land

• Expand your knowledge down at the local Library

• Take a walk along the pier or try a spot of fishing

• See a blockbuster at BigScreen Cinema and Cafe Hervey Bay

• Be cool at Hervey Bay Ten Pin Bowl, it’s air conditioned

• Botanic Gardens and Historical Museum Bundaberg

• Meet the animals at the Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary

• Float Therapy, Relax, Recover, Rejuvenate

• Swim and enjoy a barbecue along the Esplanade

• Try a game of tennis, a round of golf or lawn bowls

• Wander around historic Dayman Park Lookout

• Bicycle or walk along the Esplanade

• Visit the Botanical Gardens and Orchid House

• Take a fishing trip off Fraser Island

• 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

email:

www.herveybaymuseum.com.au

HEAD BACK IN TIME AT THE VILLAGE

A treasure trove of history & memorabiliaexpect to take at least two hours to see it. Be amazed at the size of our Village with 27 buildings housing 37 displays.

See our new Fire Station Display with the 1932 restored Dennis Fire Engine & the two new displays opened Australia Day 2018, a Cobblers Shop from last century & also a Barbers Shop.

TREADLE the 100-year-old lathe & help make your own wooden souvenir. Be apart of the corn-shelling demonstration or help make your own souvenir piece of sisal rope, again using 100-year-old machinery.

Bring along bread, sauce & sausages and use the free barbecue. Hot water available for tea/coffee.

The Historical Village & Museum is open all school & public holidays except Good Friday & Christmas Day. Tour groups are always welcome.

Contact the museum on 4128 4804

Email: webmaster@herveybaymuseum.com.au Adults $10, children 14 & under $3, under school age free.

Step back into Hervey Bay’s past

Award winning LARC tours

Tourism business 1770 LARC! Tours has achieved two significant milestones in 2022. Midyear , the amphibious day tour business proudly reached 20 years of Eco Tourism Australia certification. Local owner & operator Neil Mergard was in fact the first tourism business in Central QLD to become eco certified back in 2002 and he is very proud of the ongoing commitment his business and the 1770 LARC! Tours’ team members continue to effect.

The second marvellous milestone is that for two successive years 1770 LARC! Tours has won Bronze in the ‘Tour and Transport Operators’ category at the Queensland Tourism Awards. The category of ‘Tour and Transport Operators’ is one of the most hotly contested of the state awards and the whole 1770 LARC!

Tours team are ecstatic with winning Bronze two years in a row . Neil was on hand at the recent Awards ceremony to personally collect the accolade, and in his usual enthusiastic nature, Neil said “I’m so proud of the whole LARC team and their dedication to business excellence. Receiving this Award two years in a row recognises their consistency and passion.

“Plus, there are thousands of guests we are also very appreciative of – ever since the business was established in May 1994, we’ve been supported by guest referrals, so keep on LARCing!” MORE: Amber Rodgers, marketing manager; Email: amber@1770larctours.com.au Ph: 0409 983 702.

Hervey Bay & Fraser Island Tourist

Mix it with the local wildlife

A dedicated band of volunteers run the Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary at 31 Mungar Road 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, where you can see joey’s in their mothers pouches. Admire their colourful Australian birds in the free flight aviary, or be entertained by the cockatoos antics. Learn about snakes, their eating habits, habitat, and if you're game, wrap Gorgeous the Black Headed Python around your neck. Their canteen provides morning and afternoon teas, as well as light lunches. Hot and cold drinks are available

A range of souvenirs, as well as local artists wildlife paintings are on sale. Take advantage of their barbeque facilities and enjoy a family picnic with a difference

For more information: Phone- 4122 2080 or Visit- www frasercoastwildlifesanctuary org.au

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19th Mar, 14th May, 27th Aug & 29th Nov

9am - 1pm | Free Entry

Maryborough Showgrounds

Our regions best markets

Satisfy your need for retail therapy at these markets. You will find a multitude of good old-fashioned Australian made produce, arts and crafts, bric-abrac, jewellery, tools, clothing, gadgets, gifts and much more, buy direct from the craftsperson You will love the fresh produce at the most affordable prices So, exploring the markets as a local or tourist is an excellent way to spend quality time

HowardCountryMarket

1st Saturday of the month 7am to 12pm (except January) Over 120 stalls, lots of variety, fruit & veg, bric a brac, plants, gifts, arts & crafts, jewellery.

Canteen open & much more...

NO PUBLIC SEATING AVAILABLE

On the oval: Steley St, Howard

All stall holders please ring 4129 0996 or email info@howardcommunitycentre.org.au

Follow us on Facebook: Howard Community Centre

URANGAN PIER PARK

WHY NOT INDULGE YOURSELF IN ONE OF THESE RELAXING THERAPIES WHILE ON YOUR HOLIDAY?

Benets of Detoxication

Periodic detoxication can provide great benets to the body when done correctly, it is not something we should be doing every now and then: it is something that the body in fact does naturally on a daily basis. We nd ourselves in a very polluted world, the air, water and soil are contaminated and humans should avoid. Not only are we absorbing toxins from our outside environments, but our bodies also naturally produce toxins as by-products of metabolism. The body consists of many organs that play a vital part in the detoxication system. Keeping them healthy and working well is important. The liver plays a huge role in detoxication. It gathers toxic substances from the blood and recycles them into bile which is later excreted through stool. To keep your liver functioning optimally, drink lemon water rst thing in the morning on an empty stomach, consume foods high in B vitamins, antioxidants and bre (berries, mushrooms, chickpeas, carrots, green bitters) and reduce your alcohol intake. The kidneys are resilient detoxiers. They excrete toxins through urine, and when they do not function well, it can lead to a fatal build-up of toxins in the blood. Having a diet that is low in simple carbs, saturated fats and salt will prevent diseases that cause kidney damage. They can be further supported by foods that are high in antioxidants like cranberries, red bell peppers and cabbage. Drink plenty of water to aid the ushing out of toxins and protect the urinary tract from infection. If you keep your toxic load at a minimum, it lowers the burden on these organs.

Great places to stay paradise

There is friendly accommodation to suit all needs Indulge yourself in the warm hospitality of great places to stay. From cosy guest houses to motels and cabins, to self contained suites or caravans. Whether you are escaping with your lover, on a family stay or just a break with a friend, you’ll find a warm welcome every time at Fraser Coast and its surrounding areas.

Resorts & Motels

Are definitely the most commonly known type of accommodation. While it is commonly accepted they are expensive, the truth is resorts and motels can be a less expensive option. When looking for a resort and motel it may be best to contact them directly to compare deals, rates, packages and availability

Apartment rentals

If you’re staying for a longer period, looking for a rental is a good choice. With a rental you have most or all the amenities at a competitive price.

•Located on Hervey Bay’s

in the centre of Scarness, just 20 metres from the beach

•Surrounded by a fantastic choice of culinary options

•Double, Twin, Family, Motel style Rooms or Deluxe Studio Apartments on the ground floor or fully self-contained one & two bedroom Apartments on the first floor.

Arlia Sands Apartments are situated in the middle of Torquay in Ann St, just 75m from Hervey Bay’s best beach.

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New arrivals welcome

Our local Churches welcome all new arrivals to Hervey Bay and would like you to come along and join them. Most Churches provide a variety of vibrant programs and creative kids clubs, with the emphasis on providing friendship and acceptance, so why not come along and be a part of what they are doing.

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Contact us on:

Phone: (07) 4125 1848

Website: salvationarmy.org.au/herveybay

Maddigans order from local fisherman where possible and make sure their products are the best available. Moreton Bay Bugs, Oysters, Salmon, Prawns, Mud and local Crabs - the variety in seafood is on display for you to choose. 401 Esplanade, Torquay

Australian Ocean King Prawn Company specialises in local & wild caught King Prawns which have an international reputation for being the highest quality prawns/shrimp

Available Monday-Friday from Hervey Bay Cold Stores Ellengowan St, Urangan.

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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

Hervey Bay & Fraser Island Tourist Guide No. 130.

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. Birdwatchers meet regularly. Enquiries: John Knight Ph: 4125 2372

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Howard is situated beside the Bruce Highway, about 34km north west of Hervey Bay and 20km north of Maryborough. William Howard travelled through the area in 1857 to go on and discover the rich Isis scrub (Childers). He later owned mining leases in the area. At one stage about 25% of Queensland coal was raised in the district. Citrus growing soon took over from timber getting as the district's second industry after coal. Lenthalls Dam off the Bruce Highway near Howard is a fishing and boating paradise. It's a great place for the whole family and worthwhile if you are keen on freshwater fishing. A fishing permit is required. The area which has Picnic Races are a must to see annually in October. The 6 furlong race track at Torbanlea was first created in 1890 as a half mile track that had no rails, dodging trees and stumps along the way. The local climate recognised as Australia's most liveable.

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Maryborough is just an easy 20 minute drive from Hervey Bay and is commonly referred to as the Heritage City. Its streets are lined with beautifully restored Queenslanders and civic buildings and it’s well worth a visit for the historically minded, or the camera buff with plenty of unique and historical architecture to photograph. Stroll through the historical Wharf Street precinct, offering a glimpse into life in a busy immigration port Some of the historical attractions include: The Military and Colonial Museum, the old Post Office Hotel and Criterion Hotel, Customs House Interpretive Centre, Bond Store Museum and Customs Residence Cellar Door

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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.

The early times in Maryborough

Evidence of human inhabitation of the Maryborough region stretches back to at least 6,000 years ago. The Gubbi Gubbi (Kabi Kabi) & Batjala (Butchulla) people were the original inhabitants of the region. Gubbi were described as an inland tribe of the Wide Bay–Burnett area. The Batjala occupied the more coastal regions including K’gari (Fraser Island). In 1842, Andrew Petrie & Henry Stuart Russell sailed up the river known to the Gubbi as the Monoboola (now the Mary River) looking for land and timber to exploit. Until 1842, little was known about the Maryborough region. Cook, Flinders & Oxley had charted the coastline, but the arrival of Edgar T. Aldridge & his party in 1848 was the catalyst for the rapid growth of a village, a port for wool &other primary produce, and the establishment of a sawmill on the northern bank of the Mary River. Early Maryborough economy was centred around livestock farming, logging of the bunya pine forests, and the boiling down of animal carcasses to make tallow. In the late 1850's the soil along the Mary River was deemed ideal for the cultivation of sugarcane and in 1859 E. T. Aldridge was able to grow & produce a world-class experimental crop. From the 1840's to well after 1900, Maryborough & Sydney were the only two ports on Australia's east coast permitted to accept and process immigrants. More than 30,000 people - Scots, Danes, Germans, Kanakas (Fiji and Vanuatu islanders) & others, passed through Maryborough on their way to a new life.The whole of Maryborough's wharf precinct is a cultural treasure. Ghosts from the 19th Century seem to frequent the Customs House Hotel, in Maryborough's Wharf Street. Strange things have been known to happen there all the time, taps get mysteriously turned on, or you'll hear noises on the staircase in the middle of the night.

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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

Food, beaches, reef & rum

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! From 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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ECO SAILING ADVENTURE

Morning cruise with a focus on discovering our resident dolphins, dugongs, and turtles. Also have some fun in the water with our exclusive aqua mat or a boom net. Morning tea included.

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SUNSET SAIL

Enjoy sunset under Sail, Includes drinks and a light platter of snacks.

WHALE ENCOUNTERS

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QUICK ROAD QUIZ

You are driving vehicle A. You must give way to ?

Answer: Vehicle A must give way to vehicle B. Vehicle C must give way to all vehicles (except those performing a U-turn).

In what order do the vehicles go?

Answer: Vehicle B goes rst then vehicle A. Vehicle A must give way to vehicle B.

You are driving vehicle A. You must give way to ?

Answer: Vehicle A must give way to vehicles B and C. Vehicles A and D may then both go as they are both turning and will not affect each other

In what order should the vehicles go through the Intersection?

Answer: Vehicle B would go rst, vehicle C second and vehicle A last. www.qld.gov.au/transport

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

Fast-chargers roll out

Following a successful pilot project in Brisbane, Ampol has struck a landmark deal with publicly owned Yurika to install 34 fast-chargers across the nation.

Building on the Palaszczuk Government's Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan, this agreement will support the deployment of AmpCharge EV charging stations across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia. Queensland's Minister for Energy, Renewables and Hydrogen Mick de Brenni said “Innovations in electric vehicle performance and lifecycle costs have meant more Queenslanders are choosing to make the switch, with over 16,000 electric vehicles now on our roads, “This rst order is for design, construction and commissioning services for EV chargers and solar systems across an initial number of service station sites located across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia. “Through the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan, we can capture so much more of Queensland's abundance of natural sun, wind and water to power the industries, the homes, and the transport eets of tomorrow,” he said. Ampol Group Chief Financial Ofcer Greg Barnes said that through AmpCharge, Ampol were building a national

electric vehicle charging network that will help minimise range anxiety and support the uptake of EVs across Australia. “In 2022 we launched our rst AmpCharge site in Queensland at Carseldine and this partnership with Yurika continues momentum on our ongoing rollout,” Mr Barnes said. “We are pleased to continue to work as a partner of the Queensland Government as we continue to execute our strategy for energy transition,” he said.

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As part of the agreement, Yurika will mobilise teams across Queensland. The rst Queensland sites that will see fastchargers roll out are Morningside, Caboolture, Tingalpa, Sippy Downs, Birtinya, Reedy Creek.

Yurika has also been selected to provide metering services nationally as Ampol ramps up its Future Energy and Decarbonisation Strategy, including to its emerging energy retailing offer.

Yurika has supported EV uptake since 2017 when it invested in and built its rst fast charging stations on the Queensland Electric Super-Highway (QESH), with Yurika and Queensland Transport and Main Roads partnership recently renewed for stage 3 of the QESH. This forms part of Ampol's Addressing Blackspots Fast Charging project, supported by ARENA no-reply@statements.qld.gov.au

Fraser Coast vacancy rates

remain tight with fewer options for renters

The June Quarter 2022, REIQ’s Residential Vacancy Report showed the vast majority of Queensland continues to endure incredibly tight and relatively at vacancy rates, well below one percent, a far cry from a healthy 2.6 – 3.5 percent range. Brisbane Local Government Area (LGA) vacancies dropped to a new low of just 0.8 percent with fewer options for renters than ever before. However, interestingly some positive shifts were observed in coastal holiday markets such as Noosa (1.1%), Caloundra Coast (0.9%), and Sunshine Coast Statistical Division (SD) (0.8%) – all easing by 0.3 percent or more towards a slightly healthier rate. Other tourism centres maintained fairly steady vacancy rates over the quarter with slight increases restricted to 0.1 percent in Gold Coast (0.5%), Sunshine Coast LGA (0.6%), Maroochy Coast (0.5%), Hinterland

(0.5%), and the Whitsundays (0.8%). Hervey Bay (0.6%) took a small step backwards retracting 0.2 percent, while Fraser Coast (0.5%), Bundaberg (0.4%), and Cairns (0.5%) held rock steady over the quarter. In the regions, Burdekin in North Queensland had the most notable drop, halving to 0.5 percent. Maryborough which stayed put at 0.2 percent after two years of virtually no vacancies. The neighbouring regions of Gympie and South Burnett both rose slightly to 0.3 percent and have hovered around this barely-above-zero mark over the last four quarters. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said quarter after quarter of drastically low vacancy rates were taking their toll on Queensland. “Queenslanders have been enduring these wafer-thin vacancy rates for some time now and these conditions are understandably having both social and economic ramications,”

Ms Mercorella said. “Real estate agents in regional parts of Queensland have reported that incredibly tight vacancy rates are making it tough for hospital workers, teaching staff, and students to nd a place to live in proximity to their essential work or study

“These people bring skills and spending to the regions, all contributing to the economic prosperity and social fabric of the area, and it’s a truly concerning loss to these communities when they simply cannot house them. “What we need now is creative solutions to breathe the life back into our atlining vacancy rates and a genuine long-term plan for housing our population now and into the future.”

“Chances are that for every property, there are multitudes of applicants who would make perfect tenants – however, the sad reality is that only one application for each property can be approved, and people are missing out simply because it’s so competitive,” she said.