Proserpine

  • Proserpine is the admin and service centre for the Whitsundays region. Proserpine was named by the explorer George Dalrymple, after Persephone the Greek goddess of fertility, recognising the fertile qualities in the region. Since the late 1800s, cattle grazing and sugar cane have been the economic mainstays here. The eerie glow of cane field fires make a spectacular sight at night from late June onwards. Now tourism is a major drawcard. Although it has many modern facilities (including a hospital, schools, library and sporting facilities), the town''s Main Street is a reminder of how life used to be – particularly

  • Kingfisher Circuit
    Kingfisher Circuit

    Enjoy a different Whitsunday experience and escape to the tropical refuge of the Conway Ranges.

  • Peter Faust Dam
    Peter Faust Dam

    Just 30 minutes from Proserpine is Peter Faust Dam, also known as Lake Proserpine. An

  • Tropical Beach Hut
    Tropical Beach Hut

    Wow yourself with the ultimate shopping experience at Tropical Beach Hut, a shoppers delight. They

  • Colour Me Crazy
    Colour Me Crazy

    Colour Me Crazy is an amazing eclectic Aladdins cave. There are jewels and home wares

  • Wompoo Walk
    Wompoo Walk

    Enjoy a different Whitsunday experience and escape to the tropical refuge of the Conway Ranges

  • Proserpine Historical Museum
    Proserpine Historical Museum

    Visit the Historical Proserpine Museum, where you can learn about the interesting history of this

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