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Townsville Region
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Townsville is a vibrant region that encompasses beautiful coastal towns, rainforests, rugged Outback and country terrain. Appreciate the beauty of the city and nearby Magnetic Island from Castle Hill, the mountain that gives Townsville a unique appeal. But the charm of this lovely region expands further from the city of Townsville… head in any direction and you’ll be rewarded. The Great Barrier Reef sprawls to the east, the Outback beckons west, islands and rainforest entice to the north while sugar cane and mango farming communities await in the south. The Townsville region’s national parks are home to rare butterflies and
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Historic Ambulance Centre
The Historic Ambulance Centre dates back to 1903 and was restored and reopened to the public 100 years from its first opening. The centre was the first ambulance station outside of Brisbane and houses a wonderful collection of vehicles, uniforms and an enormous number of log books recording the cases treated by ambulance officers during the past 100 years. The centre is open on Sundays and at other times by appointment.
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Jambal Walk, Wet Tropics Great Walk
Jambal walk, Wet Tropics Great Walk Grade: difficult. Distance: 20.6 kilometres return. Time: two days. The Jambal walk is for experienced, self-sufficient hikers. It follows the Juwun walk through open forest and into the Herbert River Gorge. Walkers then camp overnight at the Blanket Creek bush camp before returning the same way. Walk times are approximate only. They are based on an average walker travelling in good conditions. You will need to adjust these times to suit your group’s level of experience and fitness. The times are for walking only. Remember to allow plenty of extra time for rest stops,
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Australian Hand Cane-Cutting ChampionshipsBefore mechanical cane harvesters, there were gangs of canecutters. Sometimes referred to as the gentlemen
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Tastes of the BurdekinTastes of the Burdekin is an annual food festival that forms an integral part of
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Tyto Wetlands Open WeekendThis weekend is suitable for all ages and has a focus on helping and appreciating
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Australian Festival of Chamber MusicThe Australian Festival of Chamber Music is a tropical paradise of amazing music, warm weather
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Charters Towers Gold Fever Healthy Lifestyle FestivalCharters Towers hosts the annual Gold Fever Healthy Lifestyle Festival which includes the Gold Fever
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Cultural FestCultural Fest is a five day celebration of performance, arts and food in tropical North
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SeaLink Magnetic Island Race WeekBringing together the excitement of competitive sailing and the ambience of Magnetic Island each September,
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Thorsborne Trail, Hinchinbrook Island National ParkHinchinbrook Island is a rugged, outstanding feature of the north Queensland coast between Townsville and
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Cloudy Creek Walk, Paluma Range National ParkCloudy Creek walk, Paluma Range National Park - Learn about the local plants, animals and
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Perc Tucker Regional GalleryHoused in one of Townsville’s finest heritage buildings, Perc Tucker Regional Gallery is a dynamic
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SS "Yongala" Dive SiteThe SS "Yongala" off Cape Bowling Green near Townsville, is one of the best wreck
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Nelly BayNelly Bay is Magnetic Island's main residential bay. It is the first point of access
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James Cook University of North QueenslandJames Cook University offers study and research opportunities in a broad range of disciplines, whilst
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Licuala State ForestLicuala State Forest boasts several enjoyable walking tracks. Enjoy the native wildlife of the area
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Queens GardensQueens Gardens are one of three botanical gardens of Townsville, Queensland. Queens Gardens are located
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Jambal Walk, Wet Tropics Great WalkJambal walk, Wet Tropics Great Walk Grade: difficult. Distance: 20.6 kilometres return. Time: two days.
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Queens GardensQueens Gardens are one of three botanical gardens of Townsville, Queensland. Queens Gardens are located
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Adventurers Backpackers ResortFun and friendly are some of the words that most people would use to illustrate
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Maggies Beachfront ApartmentsMaggies Beachfront Apartments set a new standard for luxury and space in Magnetic Island accommodation.
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Arthur Bay Beach HouseArthur Bay Beach House is the solitary self-contained house in the remarkable setting of Arthur
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Rydges Southbank TownsvilleRydges Southbank Townsville is located right in the heart of the city overlooking the marina
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Island Leisure ResortIsland Leisure Resort is a family resort with self-contained Polynesian bure'-style units with a kitchen,
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Ibis TownsvilleIbis Townsville is ideally located on Palmer Street, Townsville's dining precinct. The central business district
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Lees HotelThe Motel accommodation is part of the Iconic Lees Hotel made famous by Slim Dusty
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Cardwell Van ParkCardwell Van Park is situated in Roma Street in a quiet location of the highway.
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Brooke Haven Holiday UnitsBrooke Haven Holiday Units are situated in the centre of the popular suburb Arcadia, Magnetic
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Tropixx Motel and RestaurantTropixx Motel and Restaurant Ingham's central location and design makes this motel the ideal base
