All Points of Interest in Queensland
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‘Erected AD 1861’ Sitting on the elevated side of the road, within beautifully landscaped and maintained gardens, the ‘Gayndah State School‘ proudly displays the build date of this stunningly elegant, Victorian Rustic Gothic design, building. It is a fine example of the beautiful proportions, and remarkable quality of workmanship, of the day. It is a real treasure for the township of Gayndah, ‘Queensland’s Oldest Read more…
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This car park is located at the very first Beach Access point (UGN01) in Urangan, on Queensland’s Fraser Coast. The car park services an access point for beach goers, for which an Outdoor Shower has been provided, as well as a walking track and bridge that crosses Moolyyer Creek. There, some interesting information signage regarding Mangroves, fish and the ‘Urang Urang Crossing’ can be Read more…
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It is interesting to note that though Gayndah, ‘Queensland’s Oldest Town’, was settled as early as 1848, a bridge suspending the Burnett River was not achieved until 1909. Gayndah was purported to be the central business centre for the entire area at the time, yet the Burnett River crossing was to remain a challenge to residents and visitors for over 60 years Read more…
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Category: Town Centre & Info
Scarness weather forecast Longitude: 152.853389 Latitude: -25.286797 Metres above Sea Level: 9.5 m Area: 1.88 km² Perimeter: 5.68 km View Scarness’ Statistics & Demographics . Scarness forms part of the City of ‘Hervey Bay’ (proclaimed on the 18th February 1984), enjoying some 1.5 km of coastline overlooking the picturesque Hervey Bay. The beautiful calm waters of the bay Read more…
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Category: Community | Public Space, Infrastructure | Landmark, Park | Garden | Reserve, and Weir | Dam Wall | Reservoir
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The ‘Claude Wharton Weir & Park’ can be found, surrounded by orchards, on the northern bank of the Burnett River, some 3.5 km west of the township of Gayndah, in Queensland. A popular park for locals and travellers alike, as the weir ensures river water levels are maintained, thereby creating body of water large enough for activities such as water-skiing, swimming, fishing, kayaking . Read more…
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A delightful park is situate on the northern perimeter of the car park that services the ‘Urangan Boat Harbour‘ Northern Marina precinct of Urangan, on Queensland’s Fraser Coast. Sheltered picnic tables are amongst the many facilities provided in the park – a lovely spot to stop and let the children stretch their legs and play. Located at the start / end Read more…
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Category: Historical POI's 1770-1800, Historical, Site | Memorial, Monument, and Site | Explore, Pioneer
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A rather humble monument to Captain Cook, the first to explore and map the newly discovered ‘New Holland’ in the year 1770, is situate in Dayman Park, Urangan, Queensland. Excerpt – Map “New Holland & Asiatic Isles” for ‘Thomsons New General Atlas’ dated 1814 Hervey Bay was first observed by Captain Cook during his voyage around the world in 1770. He was responsible Read more…
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This car park is located in the heart Torquay, in close proximity to its shopping precinct just across the road, ‘Ernie Organ Park’ and the ‘Hervey Bay Sailing Club’. With a boat ramp attached, there are spots for larger vehicles or your boat trailer while you enjoy a day out on the Coral Sea. The Car Park is right next to the ‘Ernie Organ Read more…
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The ‘Ideraway Run’ was procured by J.B. Reid in 1848. The original site of the homestead was some 6.5 km from Gayndah, in Queensland’s Upper Burnett region – as indicated on the map below. It is difficult to fathom how large these selections were, in a time of bullock, horse and cart . . . The Homestead is estimated at a build Read more…
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Category: Town Centre & Info
childers's weather Longitude: 152.278106 Latitude: -25.236226 Metres above Sea Level: 113.0 m Area: 19 km² Perimeter: 31.2 km View Childer’s Statistics & Demographics . Situate some 20 km (as the crow flies) inland from the coast, the historic township of Childers in Queensland, is beautifully positioned along the ridge of a hill, thereby bestowing the most magnificent Read more…
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Conveniently located half way along, and to the rear of the Large Vehicle Car Park, a free Dump Point has been provided. With easy access, plenty of parking, in clean and neat surrounds – it is a wonderful service to the traveller. The Central Business District of Childers, in Queensland, is sited just across the road. Why not consider spending an hour or two Read more…
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Excerpt – Map “New Holland & Asiatic Isles” for ‘Thomsons New General Atlas’ dated 1814 On the 20th May 1770, H.M. Bark ‘Endeavour’ sailed along the coast of what is now known as Wide Bay and Fraser Island. Upon passing the tip of Fraser Island, Captain Cook documented: ” . . . The extreme point of the Shoal we judged to Read more…