Movember!!

We are nearly at the end of November, and what a hairy time it has been. The guy I work for has had the biggest tache I have ever seen, but it is all for a good cause! Hopefully everyone will be supporting this fundraiser. If you haven't sponsored anyone with a MO yet, it's not too late. Here at Mission Beach, there are boxes to make a donation. The one I used was in Mission Beach Comfort Resort. Let's support these guys for looking like dodgy porn stars for a month....welldone!

Where can I see a crocodile

I had a couple of visitors come in to see us today and wanted to know where they could see crocodiles in Mission Beach. I explained about the River Rat croc spotting tour but they thought they would like to go and see them by themselves. I can understand the sense of adventure you might feel in wanting to go out and find a crocodile, but really I do suggest an organised tour as a better alternative.....

Back to normal in Mission Beach

My life is finally back to normal now that Sea Patrol has left Mission Beach, I am happily back at work at the Information Station. It was a fabulous experience working with them, and seeing how things work on the other side of the camera, but I'm ready to help you plan lots of fun things to do on your holidays when you visit Mission Beach. So come into the Mission Beach Information Station and let me tell you all about skydiving, white water rafting, sea kayaking, reef trips and much, much, more.

Cairns Habitat Cruises

CAIRNS: Trinity Inlet Cairns supports a diverse and fascinating ecosystem. Enjoy a calm water cruise with Cairns Habitat Cruises while discovering the secrets of mangroves and the wildlife and the history and culture of the harbour and its trade. See crocodiles and a variety of native birds in their natural habitat, and then get really close to crocodiles during the Crocodile Farm Tour.

Sea Patrol has left Mission Beach

It has been fantastic having the Sea Patrol cast and crew back in Mission Beach filming the second series....but of course all good things come to an end, and yesterday almost all people left town to move on to Cairns for a week of filming before heading to the Gold Coast. I for one certainly hope we see them again next year, they are a great bunch of people and bring a huge amount of business to Mission Beach!

School Holidays

School's nearly finished for the year and I can't wait. Today was the year 12's last day and I only have another 2 weeks to go until 8 weeks of holidays! I'm looking forward to spending most of my free time lazing around Mission Beach. =)

Drink water

Living in the tropics or even if you are just visiting, you must remember the importance of water. Dehydration can bring about lots of horrid illnesses. So when you are in Mission Beach, drink lots of water.

Cairns Visitors Centre presentation

Went to Cairns for 1/2 hour yesterday, 4 hours in a Cairn for a 30 minute meeting - the joys of living in the country! Important meeting though - we were explaining to the wonderful volunteers at the TTNQ managed VIC in Cairns all about the wonders of Mission Beach and the great services offered by the Mission Beach Information Station. Thanks for listening gang and hope you liked the chocolates.

party time

Last night saw as all at Sonja's 9th birthday celebrations here in Mission Beach. What a gal! Everyone had a fabulous time and had great fun playing with their friends, the visiting & resident dogs & in the paddle pool. Bring on the simple life, good food, friends & laughter. Thanks everyone!

Its raining, its pouring

I know most people don't get excited about rain when they are on holidays, but Mission Beach is looking wonderful and green this morning after a great drop of rain overnight and this morning. I for one think the rainforest looks absolutely fabulous in the rain, so if you have time go and do some of the great walks that are on offer in and around Mission Beach, you won't regret it.

Interesting People You Meet

Over the years we have met some really interesting people who travelled to Mission Beach. One of them is Gordon Dipple, he has great energy and an interesting tale to tell. We still keep in touch through his website www.willyourememberme.com
It is the interesting characters and the stories that you hear along the way that make the hectic nature of small business worthwhile. Have a fun day all!!

Home at last

I have just returned from a 5 day stint in Brisbane, although it was great fun and i did enjoy the fast paced lifestyle of the city, I am so glad that I live in Mission Beach. Being away from home has made me realize how lucky I am to live in such a beautiful, laid-back town.

juggling mum hood and business

Sometimes I think this blog would make a great diary, but scary that everyone could access my trials and tribulations! Being a mum and a small business owner is a juggle, I love it thought and fortunately I have a very supportive partner and a great kid - on you guys! Having a small business is also one of the best ways to be employed in Mission Beach though, you have a lot more flexibility than the horrid 9 to 5 routine!

Adventure Tours

Australia wide, small group tours.

Lugger Bay

I was lucky enough to visit a house that overlooks Lugger Bay in Mission Beach. WOW the view was spectacular, you can see Dunk Island, South Mission Beach and at night you can also see the lights of North Mission Beach, can I say it again WOW. The other great thing is the visits by the cassowaries and wallaby's to the front garden. It truly was a great spot, I just wish I could go and stay there for a week, it would be such a treat indeed.

My Sanctuary

My Sanctuary is five star accommodation

Its not November it is Mou-vember

It is on again, the local lads are doing it for charity! They are growing their moustaches as big as possible......so keep a look out for the Mission Beach boys, the rafters, the skydivers and the locals!

Going to the Big Smoke

As locals to Mission Beach we love going to the big smoke.....Cairns, it is full of mega people, bright lights and great places to stay.....like the Cairns Colonial Club..... 3 swimming pools, the kids are in heaven!

Greyhound Bus Timetable changes

From time to time Greyhound changes its bus timetables for Mission Beach. The website link from our site has the most up to date bus times. We have also sent out an email to all key businesses. The changes are not huge but it is always helpful to be kept up to date. And we try to be helpful kinda guys!

Dunk Island Staff

Staff from Dunk Island love to visit the Mission Beach Information Station on their days off. We have great internet, faxing services, digital photo processing and a team of helpful staff to serve them. When they come off the 'rock', they often need time & a bit of hand to adjust to main land life!