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The Great Sandy Strait is a haven for fishing and boating with its calm protected waters and abundant marine life.

The area is a haven for unique Australian marine life; dugongs, sea turtles and dolphins inhabit the tranquil waterways, while mangroves, seagrass pastures and wildflowers are among the region's unique flora.

Mangrove-lined shores, sandy tidal flats, protected beaches and a maze of tidal creeks and islands are characteristic of The Great Sandy Strait.

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Sun City Motel
Bundaberg Accommodation - Motels
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Sun City Motel accommodation has twelve rooms consisting of ten rooms for single person, twin share or triple share. Each of the above rooms has a...
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Emeraldene Inn & Eco-Lodge
Hervey Bay Accommodation - Motels
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Winner of the 2009, 2010 & 2011 Fraser Coast Tourism Awards for Excellence. The Emeraldene Inn & Eco-Lodge is located in the peaceful...
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Kellys Beach Resort
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Kelly's Beach Resort offers affordable holiday accommodation in the town of Bargara, just 15kms east of Bundaberg. With kilometres of rugged...
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Burrum Heads Hillcrest Holiday Park
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If you are looking for the ultimate in waterfront tranquility, then look no further than the Burrum Heads Hillcrest Holiday Park. ...
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McNevin's Parkway Motel
Maryborough Accommodation - Motels
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Ideally located in Maryborough, McNevin's Parkway Motel is the perfect accommodation base to explore Hervey Bay and the beautiful Fraser...
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Fraser Magic 4WD Hire
Hervey Bay Transport - Car, Camper Hire
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Fraser Magic 4WD Hire & Rental offers a range of reliable, quality four-wheel drive vehicles for hire on Fraser Island, QLD. It is one of the...
From $148
Tasman Venture - Whale Watching
Torquay Tours - Tours, Tour Bookings
Have the experience of a lifetime with Tasman Venture whale watching tours, and see Humpback Whales in the sheltered waters of spectacular Hervey...
From $103
Maryborough Squash & Fitness Centre
Maryborough Activities - Sports Clubs, Venues
Maryborough Squash Club & Fitness Centre have five superb glass backed courts to play on. With a thriving community of players of all levels...
From $15
Hervey Bay Triathlon Club
Hervey Bay Activities - Sports Clubs, Venues
Hervey Bay Triathlon Club conducts duathlons and triathlongs from June to November, and Aquathons in February and March.
The club caters...
Tasman Venture
Hervey Bay Tours - Tours, Tour Bookings
Experience the trip of a lifetime aboard our fast and luxurious 20 meter catamaran, Tasman Venture. Travel to the most Northerly point of Fraser...
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Drovers Dog Bar & Grill
Urangan Dining - Cafes, Restaurants
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The Drover's Dog Bar and Grill is located in Urangan, Hervey Bay. This excellent restaurant has built a reputation for offering a wide range...
Brothers Sports Club
Bundaberg Dining - Bars, Clubs, Pubs
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As a not for profit organisation, Brothers Sports Club Bundaberg is the largest sporting and entertainment complex in the Wide Bay Region. With...
Cafe Balaena
Urangan Dining - Cafes, Restaurants
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Overlooking the marina and Fraser Island, you will fall in love with Cafe Balaena.
Welcoming you as a living entity of fresh open air...
Brooklyn House
Howard Dining - Cafes, Restaurants
Brooklyn House, situated in the town of Howard in Queensland, has been lovingly restored by owners Terry and Jan Ward.
This historical...
Gatakers Restaurant Landing
Point Vernon Dining - Cafes, Restaurants
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Located in a beautiful garden setting with stunning bay views.
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