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Proserpine
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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
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Kingfisher CircuitEnjoy a different Whitsunday experience and escape to the tropical refuge of the Conway Ranges.
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Peter Faust DamJust 30 minutes from Proserpine is Peter Faust Dam, also known as Lake Proserpine. An
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Tropical Beach HutWow yourself with the ultimate shopping experience at Tropical Beach Hut, a shoppers delight. They
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Colour Me CrazyColour Me Crazy is an amazing eclectic Aladdins cave. There are jewels and home wares
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Wompoo WalkEnjoy a different Whitsunday experience and escape to the tropical refuge of the Conway Ranges
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Proserpine Historical MuseumVisit the Historical Proserpine Museum, where you can learn about the interesting history of this
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A and A Motel ProserpineThe A and A Motel has the best motel location on the Proserpine stretch of
