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Explore the towns, islands and gateways of the Fraser Coast — from Hervey Bay and K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) to Maryborough and the Great Sandy Strait.
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- 264 Kent StreetExplore Maryborough's heritage heart — Queensland's historic provincial city, home to preserved colonial streetscapes, costumed guides and a short drive from K'gari and Hervey Bay on the Fraser Coast.
- 75 Mile Beach, K'gari75 Mile Beach runs the full length of K'gari's east coast — a gazetted highway, active airstrip, and world-class fishing ground stretching 75 miles of golden sand. Home to the Maheno shipwreck, Champagne Pools, Indian Head, and Eli Creek.
- Achievers WalkDiscover 100+ bronze plaques honouring remarkable Australians on the self-guided Achievers Walk in Maryborough's Portside Heritage Precinct — from P.L. Travers to Olympians and ANZAC heroes.
- Australiana Cottage Crafts and HerbsAustraliana Cottage Crafts and Herbs in Takura has been one of the Fraser Coast's most distinctive creative stops since 1991 — a gallery of locally made arts and crafts paired with a fragrant herb farm growing rare and heritage plants.
- Bamboo Land Nursery and ParklandsBamboo Land in Torbanlea is a free-entry tropical garden and nursery on the Fraser Coast, featuring 450+ plant species, a daily barista café, picnic spots, gift shop, and full wheelchair accessibility across 50 lush acres.
- Band Rotunda and Fairy FountainMaryborough's Band Rotunda and Fairy Fountain are Victorian-era treasures imported from Scotland in 1890, bequeathed in memory of a former mayor. Brass bands perform on the last Sunday of each month in Queens Park.
- Bauer and Wiles Memorial FountainThe Bauer and Wiles Memorial Fountain is a heritage landmark in Maryborough, a historically rich city on Queensland's Fraser Coast. Explore it as part of a self-guided walk through one of the state's most compelling urban heritage precincts
- Bauple Heritage TrailWalk the Bauple Heritage Trail — a 3.3 km self-guided route through the Fraser Coast hinterland village of Bauple, with 24 points of interest celebrating the original home of the macadamia nut.
- Bauple MuseumThe Bauple and District Museum in the Fraser Coast hinterland brings pioneering history to life through artefacts, a 1907 locomotive, and the remarkable story of the macadamia nut — with free camping and community markets on offer.
- Bird Watching at Dolphin Waters, Burrum HeadsDolphin Waters in Burrum Heads is a Fraser Coast birdwatching gem, with 100+ species including migratory shorebirds from as far as Siberia and Alaska. Best at low tide, August to May.
- Birdwatching on the Fraser CoastThe Fraser Coast is one of Australia's premier birdwatching regions, with 300+ species recorded near Hervey Bay, Maryborough and K'gari. Ramsar-listed wetlands host up to 45,000 migratory shorebirds each year.
- Boat Club Cinema Hervey BayBoat Club Cinema in Urangan, Hervey Bay, offers twin-screen movies 364 days a year with big screens, surround sound, a fully licensed bar, café dining in-theatre, full accessibility, and private hire options.
- Bond Store MaryboroughThe Bond Store sits within Maryborough's Wharf Street heritage precinct — a colonial-era streetscape in Queensland's heritage city, birthplace of P.L. Travers and a cornerstone of the Fraser Coast's rich history.
- BoonoorooBoonooroo is a peaceful fishing hamlet on Queensland's Great Sandy Strait with spectacular views to K'gari, world-class fishing, dugong-rich waters and easy access to Poona National Park.
- Brolga Theatre MaryboroughThe Brolga Theatre in Maryborough is the Fraser Coast's premier performing arts venue — a 900-seat auditorium on the Mary River hosting national and international performers, conferences, and special events year-round.
- Brooweena Historical Village and MuseumExplore 12 heritage buildings and a rich collection of pioneer memorabilia at Brooweena Historical Village and Museum, set in the tranquil Fraser Coast hinterland. Open the second and fourth Sunday each month, 10 am–3 pm.
- Bundaberg Travel GuideBundaberg is Queensland's reef, rum, and wildlife capital — home to Mon Repos turtles, Lady Musgrave Island coral cay, humpback whale watching, and the iconic Bundaberg Rum Distillery. Around 365 km north of Brisbane.
- Burrum HeadsBurrum Heads is a relaxed fishing village at the mouth of the Burrum River, just 30 minutes north of Hervey Bay. Enjoy year-round fishing, kayaking, birdwatching, coastal camping, and easy day trips to K'gari and Australia's Whale Watch Cap
- Cenotaph and Memorial GatesThe Maryborough Cenotaph, erected in 1922 by public subscription, features five Italian Carrara marble statues and locally cast gates. Located in Queens Park, it's a moving tribute to the fallen of World War I and a highlight of Maryborough
- Central Station, K'gariCentral Station is K'gari's rainforest heart — ancient trees growing impossibly from sand on the world's largest sand island. Explore walking tracks, crystal-clear creeks, and exceptional wildlife on this UNESCO World Heritage icon.
- Colonial Naval Guns MaryboroughDiscover Maryborough's colonial naval guns — striking heritage artillery on the Fraser Coast's Military Trail. Pair with the Gallipoli to Armistice Memorial, Military Museum, and the city's rich colonial streetscapes.
- Dayman Park UranganDayman Park in Urangan offers BBQ and picnic facilities, a children's playground, and sweeping views of K'gari and the Great Sandy Strait. The upper section features the Mathew Flinders and Krait Memorials — two of Hervey Bay's most moving
- destinations/hervey-bay/hervey-bay-botanic-gardensExplore Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens — 26 hectares of bushland, formal gardens, wetlands and the famous Orchid House (5,500+ orchids, free entry). Located in Urangan, it's a peaceful must-visit in Hervey Bay QLD.
- destinations/kgari/champagne-poolsThe Champagne Pools on K'gari are volcanic ocean rock pools fizzing with salt water bubbles — the island's only safe saltwater swim. Located on 75 Mile Beach between Indian Head and Waddy Point, they're a year-round highlight.
- destinations/kgari/indian-headIndian Head is a volcanic headland on the eastern coast of K'gari (formerly Fraser Island), named by Captain Cook in 1770. Climb to the top for sweeping ocean views and wildlife sightings including sharks, rays, turtles and humpback whales
- Dickabram Bridge TiaroDickabram Bridge near Tiaro is a heritage landmark in the Fraser Coast hinterland, set within the Mary River corridor — a rewarding stop for self-drive explorers discovering the region's pioneering past.
- Dive the ex-HMAS TobrukDive the ex-HMAS Tobruk — a 127m former Royal Australian Navy ship now resting on her side in Wide Bay waters off Hervey Bay. A world-class wreck dive for all levels, year-round.
- Eli Creek, K'gariEli Creek is K'gari's largest freshwater creek, flowing up to 4 million litres per hour into the ocean. Float its crystal-clear current, stroll the boardwalk through banksia and pandanus, and discover its deep Butchulla cultural significanc
- Ellena Street Pavement Art, MaryboroughExplore Maryborough's Ellena Street Pavement Art: student-designed brass pavers celebrating local identity and Susie Hansen's striking halved flywheel sculpture honouring the city's industrial heritage, right on Ellena and Adelaide streets.
- Excelsior Band Hall MaryboroughThe Excelsior Band Hall in Maryborough is a Victorian-style heritage landmark and home to free monthly brass band performances at the Rotunda in Queens Park — a highlight of the Fraser Coast's heritage city.
- Fay Smith Wetlands MaryboroughThe Fay Smith Wetlands in Maryborough is a 10-hectare nature reserve featuring paperbark swamp, woodland and a wildlife-rich creek. Over 70 bird species have been recorded along its scenic boardwalk and walking trails.
- Fisho's Tackle World Hervey BayFisho's Tackle World is Hervey Bay's premier fishing store, operating for over 40 years. Get expert local advice, quality gear and in-store servicing before heading out on the Fraser Coast's world-class fishery.
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- Freedom Park Hervey BayFreedom Park is a welcoming green space in Hervey Bay, Fraser Coast — perfect for relaxing between adventures, exploring the esplanade, and discovering the region's parks, wildlife, and waterfront lifestyle.
- Gallipoli to Armistice Memorial MaryboroughWalk the ANZAC story from Gallipoli to the Western Front at this free, all-abilities memorial in Maryborough's Queens Park. Soaring steel cliffs, inscribed pavers, sculptures and whispering voices honour the Wide Bay men who served.
- Gatakers Artspace MaryboroughGatakers Artspace in Maryborough occupies two heritage warehouses dating to the 1800s. Explore rotating galleries, an artisan store, and a hands-on Print Studio open every Wednesday and Saturday, 10am–2pm.
- Great Sandy BiosphereUNESCO’s Great Sandy Biosphere unites K’gari, the Great Sandy Strait Ramsar wetlands and Hervey Bay’s Whale Heritage Site — a haven for whales, birds, turtles and dugong with easy access from Brisbane.
- Great Sandy Strait (Biosphere)The Great Sandy Strait is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve stretching 70 kilometres between the Queensland mainland and K'gari. Home to dugongs, turtles, humpback whales and over 7,000 species, it offers world-class sailing, fishing and wildlife
- Hervey BayAustralia's Whale Watch Capital, Hervey Bay offers world-first humpback encounters (July–Oct), world-class diving, superb fishing and is the gateway to UNESCO-listed K'gari. Calm beaches, a stunning 16km esplanade and year-round sunshine ma
- Hervey Bay Recreation PathwaysDiscover Hervey Bay's Recreation Pathways — around 15 km of coastal Esplanade trail and 14 km of rail-corridor track, taking in beaches, parks, piers, heritage landmarks and local flavour at every turn.
- Hervey Bay Regional GalleryHervey Bay Regional Gallery on Butchulla Country is a destination gallery presenting national touring exhibitions, a growing collection of significant Australian art, and the biennial Girra National Art Prize — all in the heart of the Frase
- HowardHoward is a historic hinterland town on the Fraser Coast, 26 km north-west of Hervey Bay. With coal mining heritage dating to 1876, monthly country markets, Burrum River fishing, and easy access to Hervey Bay and Maryborough, it offers genu
- Inskip Point Rainbow BeachInskip Point near Rainbow Beach is the Fraser Coast's southern gateway to K'gari (formerly Fraser Island), with daily vehicle barges, world-class Great Sandy Strait fishing and wild coastal scenery.
- J E Brown Warehouse, MaryboroughThe J E Brown Warehouse is a heritage landmark in Maryborough, Queensland's heritage city on the Fraser Coast, set amid a rich precinct of colonial buildings, museums, and stories from Australia's bustling 19th-century port era.
- K'gari (Fraser Island)K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) is the world's largest sand island — a UNESCO World Heritage wonder off Queensland's Fraser Coast, famed for ancient rainforests, crystal lakes, 75 Mile Beach, wildlife and whale watching.
- K'gari, Great Sandy National ParkK'gari (formerly Fraser Island) is the world's largest sand island and a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering 120km of beach, freshwater lakes, ancient rainforests, and 35 National Park camping areas on the Fraser Coast.
- Koala Markets Urangan Hervey BayThe Koala Markets run on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays of the month at Kruger Court, Urangan, Hervey Bay. Run by the Koala Social Club, stalls feature trash and treasure, arts and crafts, cakes and jams.
- Lady Elliot IslandLady Elliot Island is a 45-hectare coral cay at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, just 40 minutes by scenic flight from Hervey Bay — a year-round snorkelling and diving sanctuary famous for manta rays, sea turtles and crystal-clea
- Lady Musgrave IslandLady Musgrave Island is a southern Great Barrier Reef coral cay surrounded by ~3,000 acres of living reef. Day trips depart daily from Bundaberg, with snorkelling, diving, glass-bottom boat tours and guided island walks on offer.
- Lake Birrabeen, K'gariLake Birrabeen is one of K'gari's stunning perched freshwater lakes — crystal-clear water, white silica sand shores, and a peaceful rainforest setting on the world's largest sand island, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Lake McKenzie, K'gariLake McKenzie (Boorangoora) on K'gari is a stunning perched lake of pure rainwater and white silica sand, producing jewel-toned, crystal-clear water. A must-see natural wonder on the world's largest sand island.
- Lake Wabby Hiking Trail, K'gariTrek to Lake Wabby on K'gari — the island's deepest freshwater lake at 11 m — via a 3.1 km return moderate walk past the advancing Hammerstone Sandblow. A must-see inland highlight on the world's largest sand island.
- Lenthalls Dam (Lake Lenthall) Fishing & CampingLake Lenthall is a peaceful freshwater retreat 30km north-west of Maryborough, offering excellent stocked fishing, bushwalking, birdwatching, picnic facilities and limited short-stay camping. 4WD access; no pets or drinking water on site.
- Maaroom Picnic GroundMaaroom Picnic Ground is a peaceful waterfront escape on the Great Sandy Strait, 20 km south of Maryborough. Enjoy K'gari views, a sheltered gazebo, playground, and boat ramp in one of the Fraser Coast's most tranquil fishing villages.
- Maaroom VillageMaaroom is a peaceful fishing village on the Great Sandy Strait, 20 km south of Maryborough, with waterfront picnic facilities, an all-weather boat ramp, and stunning views across to World Heritage-listed K'gari.
- Maheno Shipwreck K'gariThe SS Maheno — K'gari's most famous shipwreck — ran aground on 75 Mile Beach during a 1935 cyclone. A WWI hospital ship and WWII bombing target, it's a must-visit landmark accessible by 4WD at low tide.
- Mary Ann Steam Engine MaryboroughRide Queensland's first steam engine replica in heritage Maryborough. The Mary Ann steams every Saturday (9:30am–12pm), plus select Thursdays and Sundays, with wheelchair accessibility and a railway museum on site.
- Mary Poppins Statue, MaryboroughMeet Mary Poppins in bronze on Kent and Richmond streets in Maryborough. An accessible, community‑funded tribute sits near The Story Bank and Proud Marys display, with playful street touches and an annual festival celebrating P.L. Travers’
- Mary River Parklands MaryboroughThe Mary River Parklands in Maryborough transform the city's historic port precinct into a beautiful riverside space with public art, royal palms, Queens Wharf, and easy connections to the Portside heritage precinct.
- Mary River, MaryboroughThe Mary River winds through Maryborough and the Fraser Coast hinterland, offering scenic views from Queens Park, the Brolga Theatre and riverside parklands in Tiaro. Pair river walks with Maryborough's rich colonial heritage.
- MaryboroughMaryborough is Queensland's heritage city — birthplace of Mary Poppins creator P.L. Travers, home to a world-class military museum, and gateway to K'gari and Hervey Bay on the Fraser Coast.
- Maryborough City HallMaryborough City Hall is a Federation-era landmark on Kent Street, featuring American colonial architecture, a barrel-vault auditorium and community murals. Home to the Maryborough Visitor Information Centre — your gateway to the Fraser Coa
- Maryborough Family Heritage Research InstituteThe Maryborough Family Heritage Research Institute holds one of Queensland's largest genealogy collections, including passenger lists for 20,000+ immigrants who entered Queensland through Maryborough, plus Australian BDM indexes, Pioneer In
- Maryborough Golf ClubEstablished in 1927, Maryborough Golf Club is the Fraser Coast's longest-established golf club. Its 18-hole course features manicured greens, tree-lined fairways, and views over the heritage-listed Ululah Lagoon — plus versatile function sp
- Maryborough Military and Colonial MuseumThe Maryborough Military and Colonial Museum holds 7,000 items including a rare Gallipoli Victoria Cross — the only one outside the Australian War Memorial. Located in Maryborough's Portside Precinct, it's a centrepiece of the Fraser Coast
- Maryborough Mural TrailWalk 37 large-scale murals across 10 city blocks in Maryborough's CBD. Launched in 2015, this free, accessible trail tells the quirky and serious stories of Queensland's heritage city — start at City Hall and follow the map.
- Maryborough Rotary MarketsEvery Thursday from 7 AM, Maryborough's CBD transforms into a colourful heritage bazaar. Browse fresh produce, handmade craft, hot food, and enjoy the iconic Time Cannon firing and Town Crier on Town Hall Green.
- Maryborough Town Hall GreenMaryborough Town Hall Green is a public heritage precinct in Queensland's heritage city. Explore Mary Poppins etchings, colonial history panels, vibrant public art and a weekly Thursday market in the heart of Maryborough.
- Maryborough's BollardsSeven colourful bollards on Maryborough's Mary River foreshore depict a sea captain welcoming immigrant families in the 1860s — a vivid public tribute to the port city's rich heritage.
- Maryborough's GunsThree historic naval guns donated by the Royal Australian Navy stand in Maryborough's Queens Park overlooking the Mary River. Relocated in 1914, they are a compelling free attraction for history lovers on the Fraser Coast.
- MELSA Miniature Trains MaryboroughRide the miniature steam trains of MELSA in Maryborough's historic Queens Park every last Sunday of the month — a 30-year family tradition complete with brass bands, food stalls and children's activities.
- Nikenbah Markets Hervey BayHeld at the Hervey Bay Animal Refuge on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays of each month, 6 am–noon, the Nikenbah Markets offer arts, crafts, fresh produce, cakes, jams and treasure — with all proceeds supporting the refuge animals.
- Old Maryborough Railway StationThe heritage-listed Old Maryborough Railway Station (1882) is a Victorian-era gem housing the Whistlestop Museum. Explore Queensland's rail history, a WWII air raid shelter, and the story of a city that built Australia's railways.
- Original Maryborough Town SiteThe Original Maryborough Town Site (Wide Bay Village) marks where Maryborough began in 1848. Pioneer graves, riverside trails and interpretive signage tell the story of Queensland's earliest Wide Bay settlement on a 30-hectare heritage site
- Petrie Park TiaroPetrie Park in Tiaro is a shady, riverside free stopover on the Fraser Coast — the only Mary River access point in the area. With BBQ, picnic shelter and toilets, it suits self-contained RV travellers for up to 48 hours.
- Pile Valley Circuit, K'gariWalk a 4 km loop from Central Station into K’gari’s World Heritage rainforest, beneath towering satinay and hoop pine. Allow around two hours; access is via 4WD on inland sand tracks.
- Pioneer Country Park MaryboroughPioneer Country Park in Tinana, Maryborough sits on 14.5 hectares along the Mary River. Walk riverside trails, try the Disc Golf course, and explore land steeped in Fraser Coast colonial history.
- PoonaPoona is a peaceful fishing village on the Great Sandy Strait, overlooking K'gari. Renowned for estuarine fishing, Ramsar wetland birdwatching, kayaking, and unhurried coastal living just 25 minutes from Maryborough.
- Port of MaryboroughThe Port of Maryborough opened in 1847 and welcomed over 22,000 immigrants to Australia. Today its historic wharves and Walker Shipyard remnants anchor the Portside Precinct — a must-see on any Maryborough heritage visit.
- Queens Park MaryboroughQueens Park in Maryborough is a heritage-listed garden established in 1860, featuring a waterfall and lily pond, a vintage bandstand, the Bush Chapel, and formal gardens — a beautiful setting for weddings, events, and leisurely strolls.
- Queens Park Waterfall MaryboroughQueens Park Waterfall in Maryborough is a charming attraction featuring a 1970s-built waterfall and duck pond set within a popular picnic park — a peaceful highlight of Queensland's heritage city.
- Rainbow BeachRainbow Beach: coloured sand cliffs, world-class Wolf Rock diving, dolphin kayaking and the southern gateway to K'gari. Roughly 2½ hrs from Brisbane in the Great Sandy National Park.
- Reefworld Aquarium Hervey BayReefworld Aquarium in Urangan is one of the world's few all-natural aquariums, using sand-filtered seawater and sunlight. Daily feedings, a touch tank, turtles, sharks and reef fish await.
- River HeadsRiver Heads, 15 minutes south of Hervey Bay, is the Fraser Coast's gateway to K'gari (formerly Fraser Island). Daily barges, world-class fishing, wildlife spotting and peaceful waterside accommodation await.
- Roy Rufus Artificial Reef Dive SiteHervey Bay's most popular dive site, the Roy Rufus Artificial Reef has been building marine life since 1968. Located off Big Woody Island, 30 minutes from Urangan Marina, it features five wrecks, depths to 18m, and year-round diving for all
- School of Arts MaryboroughExplore the School of Arts in Maryborough, a historic city on the Fraser Coast. Discover heritage streetscapes, a thriving arts scene, and easy access to K'gari and Hervey Bay.
- Seafront Oval & All Abilities Playground Hervey BayThe Seafront Oval and All Abilities Playground on the Esplanade at Pialba, Hervey Bay, offers a fully inclusive outdoor precinct with accessible play equipment, sheltered barbecues, Changing Places facilities, and a full-sized sports field
- SplashSide MaryboroughMake a splash at SplashSide—Maryborough’s free, zero‑depth water play zone in Anzac Park. Designed for all abilities with playful jets and buckets, adjacent playgrounds, BBQs and parking. Open daily with seasonal hours.
- St Paul's Anglican Church MaryboroughSt Paul's Anglican Church in Maryborough dates to 1847, making it one of Queensland's oldest Anglican parishes. Ring the Whitechapel-cast bells during school holidays, browse Thursday markets, and explore 175+ years of living heritage in th
- The CathedralsThe Cathedrals are stunning coloured sand cliffs on K'gari's 75 Mile Beach, sculpted by Pacific winds into vivid bands of red, orange, yellow and brown. Located ~18km south of Indian Head, they're best seen at sunrise.
- The PinnaclesThe Pinnacles Coloured Sands on K'gari are ancient, mineral-stained cliffs glowing in 72+ shades of red, orange and yellow. Sacred to the Butchulla people and best seen at sunrise, they're a must-visit 4WD stop on 75 Mile Beach.
- The Story Bank MaryboroughDiscover the Story Bank in Maryborough's City Hall precinct — a heritage attraction telling the quirky and serious stories of Queensland's heritage city. Located at 388 Kent Street, it's the perfect starting point for exploring the Fraser C
- Tiaro & the HinterlandTiaro is a quiet hinterland township on the Bruce Highway, 27 km south of Maryborough. Visit the heritage railway Visitor Information Centre, discover rare Mary River wildlife, explore country pubs and drive through charming hinterland town
- Tiaro Christmas CottageDiscover the Tiaro Christmas Cottage in the Fraser Coast hinterland — a charming festive attraction in Tiaro, perfectly paired with Maryborough's heritage highlights and Hervey Bay's coastal magic.
- Tiaro War MemorialThe Tiaro War Memorial honours locals who served in World War One, World War Two, and the Boer War. Unveiled ANZAC Day 1921, it features a digger statue, honour rolls, and commemorative plaques in the heart of Tiaro, Fraser Coast.
- Timezone Hervey Bay – Arcade & VR FunTimezone Hervey Bay offers 80+ arcade games, redemption games, and VR experiences near Stockland Hervey Bay. A brilliant all-weather family activity in Australia's Whale Watch Capital.
- Tin Can BayTin Can Bay is a peaceful Great Sandy Strait village famous for daily wild dolphin feeding, world-class fishing and gentle boating on sheltered waters — a true eco-tourism gem on the Fraser Coast.
- TinnanbarTinnanbar is a secluded seaside village on the Great Sandy Strait, offering white sandy beaches, calm turquoise water, views to K'gari, and wildlife including turtles and dugongs — perfect for fishing, swimming, and unhurried coastal escape
- ToogoomToogoom is a tranquil seaside village on the Fraser Coast's Burrum Coast, just 15 minutes from Hervey Bay. Renowned for fishing, birdwatching, watersports, mountain biking, and waterfront dining at Goody's on the Beach.
- Toogoom Mountain Bike Trails & Skills ParkOver 40 km of free trails for all skill levels, a skills park, Joey trail, and great café options nearby — the Toogoom Mountain Bike Trails are a brilliant day out on the Fraser Coast's Burrum Coast.
- TorbanleaTorbanlea is one of Queensland's first coal mining towns, just 28.5km north of Hervey Bay. Famous for its October Picnic Races, historic Miners Arms Hotel, Bamboo Land gardens, and Burrum River fishing.
- TuanTuan is a peaceful fishing village on the Great Sandy Strait with views to K'gari. Enjoy boating, fishing, dolphins, dugong, migratory shorebirds and seasonal wildflowers on the Fraser Coast.
- Urangan Pier Hervey BayUrangan Pier stretches almost 1 km into Hervey Bay — one of Australia's longest piers. Walk to the end for spectacular views, fish for whiting, spot dolphins and rays, or try windsurfing in the calm bay waters.
- Valley of the Giants — Pile Valley Walk on K'gariWalk among ancient Satinay giants in Pile Valley on UNESCO World Heritage-listed K'gari (formerly Fraser Island). This 4km rainforest circuit, accessed from Central Station, is one of the island's most awe-inspiring natural experiences.
- Whale Watching Hervey BayHervey Bay is Australia's Whale Watch Capital and the world's first Whale Heritage Site, where humpback whales rest and play in sheltered waters from July to October. Book a cruise for up-close encounters.
- Wongi State ForestWongi State Forest is a peaceful hinterland escape near Maryborough, featuring the scenic Wongi Waterholes, Melaleuca woodland, views of Lenthalls Dam, and excellent birdwatching in the Fraser Coast's forested lowlands.