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| Tin Can Bay |
Was originally part of a large timber logging area, which finally ceased in 1893, although some milling and dugong catching continued until the end of the century. The first recorded inhabitant to settle the Tin Can Bay area in the 1890's cultivated Oysters in the calm waters of Snapper Creek but this venture proved uncommercial due to variable tides.
Fresh water was discovered in 1919 and land was slowly made available for purchase to Gympie and Maryborough families who built weekend fishing retreats. In 1955 saw the start of a new industry when prawns were discovered in commercial quantities and the town boomed with the added population of sand-miners and forestry workers.
Today it is a quiet holiday destination for those who love the coast and the natural wonders of the Cooloola National Park, the Great Sandy Straits and World Heritage Fraser Island all just minutes away. |
| Fraser Island. |
World heritage listed Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world with its own Eco system consisting of some very unique flora and fauna. The island is only a short boat ride from Tin Can Bay but the recommended way to see Fraser Island is either by taking a tour or by four wheel drive. The barges from Inskip point to Fraser Island are running every day and start around 7.am and stop around 5 p.m. and are the only way to get to Fraser for those with 4 wheel drive vehicles. For more information on Fraser Island Please follow the link provided.
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| Rainbow Beach. |
Rainbow Beach is known as the gateway to Fraser Island and is surrounded by its own natural wonders such as the world famous Coloured Sands and the Cooloola section of the Great Sandy Straits, the Carlo sand blow and the light house that sits on Double Island point are only a few of the attractions that Rainbow Beach has to offer. For more information on Rainbow Beach please follow the link provided.
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| Gympie. |
Gympie is situated in the hinterlands of the Cooloola Coast and is famous for its gold mines and the historic train ride known as the Mary Valley Rattler. The Rattler is an old restored steam train that tours through the lovely country side and the unique towns found along the Mary Valley. Gympies historical buildings and history are just some of the attractions that are on offer. For more information on Gympie please follow the link provided.
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| Maryborough. |
The Heritage City has beautifully restored buildings and houses. Take a Heritage walk or drive. These tours include some of the best examples of Queensland's distinctive architectural style. For more information on Maryborough please follow the link provided.
Maryborough please click here! |
| Hervey Bay. |
Between July and November take a whale watching trip from Urangan Harbour. A 'must do' experience and only a 90 minute drive up the Cooloola Coast Road through Maryborough. For more information on Hervey Bay please follow the link provided.
Harvey Bay please click here! |
PHONE INFO - Local caller, area code is 07 and for
international callers dial 617 then the number |
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