Fraser Coast Profile
Suburbs & Towns in Fraser Coast, QLD
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Fraser Coast
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Things to do in Fraser Coast
The Fraser Coast region is a popular holiday playground with its long white sandy beaches, abundant marine life and amazing national parks.
Fraser Island is World Heritage listed and is a unique natural environment that has developed over 800,000 years ago. It is also the largest sand island in the world. It is one of a few places in the world where the rainforests actually grow on the sand.
Take a dip in Lake McKenzie, one of the islands best-known freshwater lakes. It is a refreshing swimming spot with good facilities nearby or go on a 4WD along the sandy dunes.
Hervey Bay is known worldwide as one of the best locations to view a great variety of marine life such as humpback whales as they make their yearly migration south from late July to early November. Hervey Bay is also the access point to the islands.
Discovered in 1847, Maryborough is one of Queenslands oldest cities. A heritage town, the city still retains some of the old Queenslander style houses and heritage buildings. Visit Queens Park to relax and enjoy the view of the Mary River.
History of Fraser Coast
The original name of the island is 'K'gari' in the Aboriginal Butchulla people's language, meaning paradise.
The name Fraser Island comes from Eliza Fraser. Captain James Fraser and his wife, Eliza Fraser, were shipwrecked on the island. The name of the ship was the Stirling Castle.
Landmark in Fraser Coast
The natural beauty of the Fraser Coast is what makes it such an amazing place. The wild dingoes of Fraser Island are a popular attraction for the many thousands of visitors who visit each year. These animals are wild and should not be approached. They are also some of the last remaining pure dingoes.
Lake McKenzie is a spectacular freshwater lake located on Fraser Island. Its clear blue waters along with its pristine white sand make it a popular destination for visitors.
75 Mile Beach on Fraser Island is an awe inspiring beach which, as the name suggests, spans just over 75 miles and runs along most of the east coast of Fraser Island.
Shopping in Fraser Coast
The Fraser Coast region has a good selection of shopping options in each of the local towns ranging from boutique clothing stores, supermarkets, art and crafts, souvenir stores to all the everyday conveniences.
Maryborough Heritage City Markets are held in the heart of the city every Thursday.
Restaurants & Cafes in Fraser Coast
The Fraser Coast region has an excellent selection of dining options, from alfresco fine dining to international and local cuisine and some of the most fantastic fresh seafood in the country.
Hervey Bays Esplanade and marina areas are home to a wide range of dining choices and Maryborough also has a number of cafes and restaurants which overlook the picturesque Mary River.
Sports & Fitness in Fraser Coast
The Fraser Coast region has many water based activities such as jet skiing, scuba diving, snorkelling, windsurfing, parasailing, kayaking and sailing to name a few. There are also local sporting clubs in the area.
Transport in Fraser Coast
Hervey Bay is situated approximately 300 kilometres, 3 hours drive, north of Brisbane.
Real Estate & Design in Fraser Coast
The Fraser Coast region has an excellent choice of holiday accommodation options which include furnished apartments and furnished holiday homes.
Schools, Institutions, Hospitals in Fraser Coast
The Fraser Coast region is serviced by the Hervey Bay Hospital which is located in Pialba and the Maryborough Hospital in Maryborough.
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