It's been a while

I had some visitors to Mission Beach come in this afternoon. They were amazed at the changes to town as they have not been here since 1983. Its still as perfect now as it was then!

Scootering Mission Beach

After scootering around Magnetic Island on the weekend and having a fantastic time I think I will definitely be buying a scooter in the near future to zip around Mission Beach on. So much fun! So economical!!

Mission Beach Information Station

You may not know this but the staff in the Mission Beach Information Station can help you with any tour bookings from Cooktown to Byron Bay. Today I booked a Whitsunday boat trip from Airlie Beach, whale watching in Hervey Bay and Fraser Island 2 day tour, all for the one traveller. She thought it was fantastic because now she doesn't have to waste any holiday time organising it herself. That's what we do here, help you enjoy yourself.

Hi-way Unit Motel

MACKAY: The Hi-Way Units Motel is very centrally located in Mackay. This provides easy access to all attractions including the Botanical Gardens. They are only three kilometres to the airport and the city centre, and two kilometres to the railway station and hospital. All sporting facilities, shops and banks are also in close proximity.

Riverlakes Motel

CABOOLTURE: This architecturally designed motel caters for tourists and the business traveller. Overlooking the Caboolture River with views across Centenary Lakes to the heart of the Caboolture CBD, Riverlakes is only minutes from restaurants and shopping. Shuttle services operate to the RSL Club.

Friends are coming back

It's only 1 more sleep to go before my friends move back to Mission Beach, I am very excited about that I can tell you. Plus I have friends from Victoria coming to visit as well, what a big day its going to be, many a drink could be consumed I think.

Greyhound & Premier bus passes

Remember if your travelling south and planning to visit places like Magnetic Island, the Whitsundays, Fraser Island and Byron Bay to name a few, then its a good idea to buy a Greyhound or Premier bus pass. Its cheaper and allows you to jump on and off at your leisure. Come in to the Mission Beach Information Station and we will tell you all about them.

Magnetic Island

I am driving from Mission Beach this coming weekend. Going to hire a scooter (only$35.00 for the day) and checkout the length and breadth of the Island. Its been 7 years since I have been there. I reckon if I didn't live in Mission Beach my next choice would be' Maggie'. I just love it there!!

Lots of visitors in town

I have had a busy morning so far with visitors to Mission Beach wanting to know what to do today as there is a bit of wet weather around. I have sent people to the Tully Sugar Mill for a tour, a drive into the Tablelands to check out the waterfalls and fig trees and off to Mena Creek to visit Paronella Park. All great options I think.

White Water Rafting

If your in Mission Beach or Cairns and are keen to go White Water Rafting, then the good news is that all the maintenance is done on the river and the rafts are back out there....so contact us here at the Mission Beach Information Station and we will help you make it happen!

Services in Mission Beach

Don't forget if your a local or a visitor to Mission Beach and are looking for someone to wash your windows, wax your legs, sell you a newspaper or some meat, amongst other things, then look on the Mission Beach Information Station home page, you will find a link to Mission Beach Services........that's where you will find them.

A little bit of rain

Finally on the 21st day of August we have had rain in Mission Beach, the first time this month. I woke up last night to the sound of rain on the roof, and it was good to hear. Of course being in Far North Queensland its not cold, a bit cooler maybe, but not cold. If your heading our way come in to the Mission Beach Information Station and we will help you with your holiday plans.

Tropical Islands Picnic and Camping

Tropical Island Picnics and Camping is a locally owned eco-adventure company run by experienced local people with extensive knowledge that provides personalized service for people wishing to see islands in the Mission Beach area. They will take you to were you want to go and at the time you choose. No timetables. Its all about your choice. Come into the Mission Beach Information Station for more info.

Tully Sugar Mill Tour

Well I finally got to the Tully Sugar Mill yesterday for the tour. It is certainly worth it. Its massive!!. The engineering in the place is just mind boggling. I drove back to Mission Beach thinking how I will have to do more of such outings. It really was fantastic.

A good time was had by all

Well it looks like the Mission Beach State School should be very pleased with the Banana Festival. When I arrived yesterday afternoon there were lots of people enjoying the stalls, the climbing wall and jumping castles as well as just lounging around in the sun. The food and drink vendors looked to be doing a roaring trade, and all that means great things for the School. Oh and of course I always love the fireworks too. So well done to all those that put in the hard yards to make it happen!

Banana Festival

Today is the day of the Mission Beach State School's annual Banana Festival. I am so pleased for them that it is a lovely bright sunny day. I'm looking forward to going to check out all the fun when I finish work today. Perhaps I'll see you there!

Congratulations Paul

The other day I really enjoyed watching our local boxing superstar, Paul Flemming compete at the Beijing Olympics. He didn't win but he put up an awesome fight against one of the worlds best. I'm sure everybody from Tully, Mission Beach and everywhere else in North Queensland would be very proud, go Paul!!

Paronella Park

Paronella Park is a 45 minute drive from Mission Beach, and one of my favourite places to take my family and friends when they come to visit. I was there again yesterday and my friend and I really enjoyed the tour before spending some time wandering around the park. We followed it up with a lovely lunch at the Mena Creek pub.....a good day was had by all!

Tully Sugar Mill tour

Tully Sugar Mill is located about 20 minutes drive from Mission Beach, and during the crushing season they run daily tours. It runs 3 times a day for 2 hours and you get to work through the working Mill. If your the type of person who likes to know the how and why, then you will enjoy this tour. I did the tour with a friend from Melbourne yesterday and we both thought its was great!

Kuranda Backpackers

NEED TO ESCAPE AND HAVE A HOLIDAY?

Want to wake up to the birds singing?After a great nights sleep.

Want personalized old fashioned service, rarely seen these days?

Then a visit to the family run Kuranda Backpackers is a must. This spacious Queenslander built in 1907 has stunning leadlight windows, rooms to cater to everybody’s needs and is set on 1 ½ acres of spectacular tropical gardens with a relaxing pool.

We can offer you tranquility not found in Cairns.