Situated on the Tropic of Capricorn, the region of Central Queensland offers the best of everything!
Rockhampton, the self-proclaimed Beef Capital of Australia provides a great base to explore the region and is an obvious place to enjoy a sizzling steak with a friendly local welcome at a country-style pub or restaurant. It also acts as the gateway to Great Keppel Island and the coastal holiday resort of Yeppoon.
To the west lie the mining towns of Emerald, Clermont and Moranbah and the gem fields around Sapphire. Heading further west you will reach the magnificent Carnarvon Gorge, renowned for its Aboriginal rock art and its soaring cliffs, crystal clear pools and waterfalls lying in the Great Dividing Range.
Gladstone, located to the south is a busy port town and centre for many of central Queensland's farming and mining communities offering access to the barra fishing grounds of Lake Awoonga and one of Australia's most northerly surf beaches Agnes Water.
Must Do
- Scratch the surface of the Discovery Coast and the historic town of 1770 and uncover your own relaxed sub-tropical paradise with unspoilt serenity, pristine coral reefs, magnificent panoramic views and abundant wildlife.
- Visit the award-winning Dreamtime Aboriginal Cultural Centre north of Rockhampton.
- Whether you consider yourself a pro or simply a social golfer, you are guaranteed to find a course just right for you.
- Freshwater fishing offers enthusiasts’ access to the mighty Fitzroy River which is situated in the heart of Rockhampton.
- How many holidays offer the opportunity of paying for themselves? Visit the sapphire field of Emerald.
- The first thing to do if you’re visiting Clermont is to book a place on one of the Blair Athol Coal Mine Tours.
- Fitzroy River is speckled with small townships, beautiful beaches, fantastic fishing and much more.
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