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Located within the heart of ‘Quota Park‘ and only a short distance from the beautiful Torquay Beach, these sheltered picnic tables are a excellent place to enjoy a family meal (no matter how big your family is), or to meet up with friends – as there is ample room with a barbecue nearby. The stunning views of the sparkling waters of Hervey Read more…
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Located in Torquay on Queensland’s Fraser Coast – the beautiful ‘Nielsens Park‘ is perfect to enjoy a picnic and indulge in a meal whilst watching the water glisten through the trees – tempting one to just have a dip in the stunning waters of Hervey Bay. ‘Nielsens Park’ is one of the many beautiful picnic areas along the Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail, where you can find all the Read more…
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These picnic tables enjoy stunning views across Hervey Bay and are part of the many facilities found within ‘Otto Merchel Park‘ which is located off Charlton Esplanade in Torquay, Queensland. Situate on the grassy foreshore, nestled in the trees, on the edge of the Beach, makes it an idyllic location for a picnic lunch or a pit stop whilst enjoying the adjoining Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail. ‘Otto 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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A number of picnic tables are dispersed throughout ‘Ernie Organ Park‘, located in Torquay, Queensland. With Torquay’s popular shopping strip situate just across the road providing a multitude of eateries and shopping, as well as Hervey Bay‘s waterfront bestowing magnificent views, swimming, walking . . . It truly is a wonderful spot to enjoy a picnic, and maybe take a Read more…
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With direct beach access, ‘Otto Merchel Park‘ comes equipped with a outdoor showers – perfect with which to wash off the sand, sea and salt before enjoying a picnic with the many facilities provided at the park. The showers are attached to the side of the public toilets. The park is located on the foreshore of the beautiful Hervey Bay in Torquay, Queensland. 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…
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The ‘Ernie Organ Park‘ precinct features a pier which extends out onto the water bestowing tremendous views of the Hervey Bay – stretching from Point Vernon to the Urangan Pier. On a clear day, Fraser Island can also be seen in the distance. For those with a keen eye, a lot of luck and patience, at the right time of year (July to November) you might Read more…
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There are two outdoor showers to be found in ‘Ernie Organ Park’ – both within convenient walking distance. The main shower is located at the base of the Pier, where, after a swim, one only has to walk up a couple of stairs – the other, is directly on the walkway to the beach, towards the east end of the park. ‘Ernie Organ Park’ Facilities include: Public Toilets, open-air Picnic Read more…
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‘Nielsens Park’, located in Torquay on Queensland’s Fraser Coast, is a beautiful spot, nestled amidst the trees with ample shade, appealing gardens and grassy areas for children to run and play – all the while, the divine waters of Hervey Bay are just 20 metres away, making it one of the many beautiful parks found along the Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail. With the many facilities provided at ‘Nielsens Read more…
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Public toilets are located within ‘Quota Park‘, which is only a short distance from the beautiful Torquay Beach. The public toilets provide easy access for wheelchairs and also include outdoor showers on the beach side of the building. ‘Quota Park’ Facilities include: Public Toilets, Sheltered Picnic Tables & Barbecues, open-air Picnic Tables, Outdoor Showers and direct access to the Beach. Helpful Hints: – Approximately 500 Read more…
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Located in the centre of Torquay, opposite the Post Office, these picnic tables are nestled within a pathway – an excellent retreat from the often busier Bill Fraser Park. The picnic tables are adjacent to the Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail, Exercise Trail and Tennis Courts for more energetic, or, for those who like to slow things down a little, you will find a Read more…
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‘Bill Fraser Park‘ lies in the heart of Torquay’s, Shopping Strip, offering views across Hervey Bay through the trees and landscaped gardens. The Pavilion is an open space, unimpeded by obstacles and easily accessible. It lies in the centre of ‘Bill Fraser Park’ – it’s potential is only limited by your imagination…. For those tackling the Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail, ‘Bill Fraser Read more…
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‘Otto Merchel Park’ is part of a wider network of parks and facilities which are dispersed along the Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail. It features excellent facilities and stunning views contributing to the infectious, energetic, ambiance of the area. The Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail weaves it’s way through the trees and gardens offering countless viewpoints and glimpses of the spectacular Hervey Bay before opening out into parks such as Read more…
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‘Bill Fraser Park‘ lies in the heart of Torquay’s Shopping Strip, offering stunning views through the trees across Hervey Bay. With beautifully landscaped gardens, what better place could there be for an afternoon barbecue?? For those tackling the Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail, ‘Bill Fraser Park’ is a great place to catch your breath whilst either admiring the Sculptural Art or the views Read more…
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Ernie Organ Park plays host to these perfectly positioned barbecues. The park is hidden amidst the trees making it is easy to forget you are in between Torquay’s popular shopping strip, and, Hervey Bay‘s water front. It doesn’t take long to realise that the seaside town of Torquay, on Queensland’s beautiful Fraser Coast has a fantastic energy, which is welcoming and family friendly. A Read more…
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Located in the centre of Torquay, opposite the Post Office, this barbecue is hidden in an excellent retreat from the more popular Bill Fraser Park. The barbecue is adjacent to the Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail, Exercise Trail and Tennis Courts for more energetic, or, for those who like to slow things down – you will find Picnic Tables for that idyllic picnic, all on the foreshore Read more…
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Torquay Beach, located in Torquay on Queensland’s Fraser Coast, is the perfect location to swim, enjoy the sun, the sea, and, indulge in the many, many water activities available in the relatively safe waters of Hervey Bay. The waters are clear, warm, clean and inviting, and should it become too hot on the beach, the foreshore area provides ample shade, shelter, Read more…
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If you prefer a little sunshine whilst relishing a picnic, these picnic tables are for you. Enjoying stunning views across Hervey Bay, they are located on the grassy foreshore, on the edge of the Beach, which is sheltered by mature trees. An idyllic location for a picnic lunch or a pit stop whilst enjoying the adjoining Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail. ‘Otto Merchel Park’ Facilities include: Public Toilets, Sheltered Picnic Tables & Barbecues, Read more…
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Situate between the shops of Torquay and the stunning waters of Hervey Bay, ‘Bill Fraser Park’ offers a magnificent Sculpture and a Viewing Platform where someone can sit and just admire Hervey Bay’s beauty, whilst absorbing the park’s gardens. The well maintained park makes for an ideal locale for friends and families to meet up and enjoy a day out – with Read more…