On location – Bargara, AU

ON LOCATION

Bargara, Queensland, Australia

Where are we?

The word is that Bargara’s golden shores and balmy year-round temperature will make you feel as though you’ve stepped onto a beach in Hawaii. Thankfully, you don’t have to travel that far!

Bargara is a beachside suburb of Bundaberg – or Bundy to the locals – and located just over four hours north of Brisbane in the Wide Bay Burnett region at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef. Surrounded by rich farming land, there is an abundance of fresh produce available at every turn and some of the freshest seafood you can buy, direct from the trawlers.

Locals and visitors alike agree that the Queensland coastal location is unlike any other in Australia. Lifestyle

Bargara enjoys a holiday-like feel year-round and is a haven for those seeking a more relaxed lifestyle. Bargara’s affordability allows residents to enjoy the lifestyle they seek, with clean beaches and plenty of walkways to take in the post-card views on offer. Enjoying the outdoors is easy for residents, with Bargara having far more days of consistent sunshine than most.

The slower-paced lifestyle is enjoyed by a variety of residents from young families through to retirees, and is a particularly appealing destination for over 50’s.

Bargara’s multicultural society is celebrated year-round with several festivals held throughout the year where you can enjoy the best local produce, with a ‘paddock to plate’ experience.

The market

Bargara’s affordability and lifestyle are what makes it such an appealing suburb to those buying in the area. Priced slightly higher than neighbouring Bundaberg suburbs because of its beachside location, Bargara remains well below the nation’s average.

In Bargara, affordability and lifestyle go hand-in hand. With land available, there is a higher percentage of houses versus units. The region has a largely owneroccupier presence.

Median property prices in Bargara are $405,000 for houses and $340,000 for units.

Enjoying Bargara

There’s nobody better to highlight what the region has to offer than RE/MAX Precision’s principal, Scott Mackey, a born and bred local.

Visit

• Bundaberg Barrell to taste the award-winning Bundaberg Ginger Beer and learn how it’s made. • Bundaberg Rum Distillery for a guided tour and tastings of the worldfamous rum. • Ohana Cider House and Tropical Winery to enjoy the award-winning Cheeky Tiki Cider • Kalki Moon, an artisan distilling company winning awards for its gin, vodka and liqueurs and, no doubt, this year’s highly anticipated first rum release. Dine

• Kacy’s Restaurant & Wine Bar is one of the region’s best dining experiences – from breakfast, coffee and cake, lunch or an indulgent three-course dinner. • Enjoy one of the many other delightful cafes and restaurants in Bargara, all close by the ocean. Experience

• A special turtle encounter at Mon Repos. • One of the best kite surfing spots in Australia where the river meets the sea at Elliot Heads. • A round of golf at the internationally renowned golf course.

Whether you take a leisurely stroll along the Bargara esplanade or set out to enjoy the many sights throughout Wide Bay-Burnett, there’s a lot to enjoy about the Bundaberg region. And like a true local, Scott says you can’t go past picking up a fresh watermelon at one of the roadside farm stalls on your way to a day at the beach!