Award to Dive Centre

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR LOCAL CALYPSO DIVE CENTRE, they have received a world recognised Environmental Achievement Award.
“It’s great to see Asia Pacific dive centres officially recognized for their work to help conserve and protect the local environment. Congratulations to all dive centres who have adopted Project AWARE’s philosophies, campaigns and activities and made this an integral part of their business, “ said Joanne Marston, Manager, Project AWARE Asia Pacific.

Keeping Mission Beach clean

Mission Beach is such a beautiful place to live and visit, and its really important that we all do our bit to keep it clean, especially the beaches and rainforest. Along with general rubbish one thing that we always see are smoke butts, and I'm certainly not saying that my friend who has just given up, going strong on day 5, has been one of those throwing hers away, but it is a sad thing to see and I'm glad that there is one less smoker in the world. Good on her!

Plenty of great places to eat

What I love about Mission Beach is that there are plenty of great places to eat. I went to Just Saskia's in South Mission Beach during the week. What a lovely spot, you can sit outside and enjoy the sea views or sit inside and keep your eye on some of the great gifts there to purchase. Yes it is a gift shop and a cafe, shopping and eating, two of my favourite things in the one spot. Check it out if you get a chance.

Back to School

After 8 weeks of school holidays, enjoying life in Mission Beach, it was finally time for me to go back to school on Wednesday. After only 3 days I am already starting to realize how lucky I was to have such a long break from school work =) .

wee wallaby woes

Wallabies are a common sight in Mission Beach, we love them dearly. Unfortunately every now and then these wee creatures and the necessary evil - the motor car - connect and the results are so so sad. The important thing to do is to check the pouch for a joey. Friends did the right thing last night and we have just passed the wee joey onto the local wildlife carers for them. Mission Beach Wildcare do their absolute best to feed and care for these wee joeys, eventually releasing them into the wild. It is probably a little known fact that the Mission Beach Information Station is a recognised 'drop off point' for such injured wildlife (as well as injured nightlifers looking for a cool place to get over their hangovers!!!)

Fantasea Cruises

AIRLIE BEACH: Day cruises around the Whitsundays.

Whitsunday On the Beach Holiday Units

AIRLIE BEACH: Affordable accommodation in Airlie Beach. Fully serviced self-contained units.

How did you spend your long weekend

I was lucky enough to get the long weekend off so traveled from Mission Beach to Lake Tinaroo to stay with friends. It is a fabulous drive through the tablelands to get there with lots to see and do if your not in a hurry. I would recommend you give yourself time to stop at the Curtain & Cathedral Fig Trees, drive the Waterfall Circuit, stop in at Gallo's cheese & chocolate factory, yum yum. I didn't go this time but I can assure you the Mugalli Dairy is worth a visit also. The men in the group went off fishing in Lake Tinaroo several times over the weekend, and we spent a couple of hours having a picnic and a swim at Lake Eachem. A great time was had by all, and only 2 hours from Mission Beach, what a weekend!

Not really farewell!

It is hard when staff leave us here at the Mission Beach Information Station, cause we are really a group of mates rather than a set of stiff employees. We'll miss you Jan! At least now we will be able to hang out together on our days off......that is one of the hard things when you make friends at work, it is hard to get rostered days off together......and there is so much exploring we need to do here in Mission Beach - lets do a Dunk Island day soon, maybe lunch at Castaways, a trip to the reef or maybe a kayak trip to Hinchinbrook Jan! And lets face it Jan, you are going to be just like Tanya - always a part of the Mission Beach Information Station team, no one really ever gets to leave ha hee ha hee ha!

Last Day..

Well it is my last day working at the Mission Beach Information Station today and I am sad. I will miss the guys I work with the most, they have been great. So of course this will be my last blog about life in general in Mission Beach. All I can say is that if you need info or are looking to book tours, accommodation etc. this is the place to come to be well looked after! See you guys, happy blogging.....

Quiet times...

It's very quiet in Mission Beach at the moment...lots of people on holidays and few people traveling through. It's a good time to go out to the reef or go rafting on the great Tully river as the numbers are just a bit lower making it a very chilled time. it would be a lovely way to end the holidays too.

2008 is well on its way

2008 is well on its way to being a great year in Mission Beach. Lots of people are planning holidays, conferences and day trips. You just cant miss mission!

Australia Day

Happy Australia day .. and what a nice sunny Australia day it is here in Mission Beach , there's not a single cloud in the sky, what perfect weather for the beach and a good old aussie bbq.

Cooling down...

For the last 2 weeks I was finding the weather in Mission Beach quite unbearable. I love the heat but the humidity really is a killer! Some days I just felt like I had no energy to do anything, even things that I like! So I am pleased to say that these last couple of days things have seemed a bit cooler....I am going to enjoy it while it lasts!!!!

Staying in touch

Isn't it fantastic how easy it is to stay in touch with friends and family, either here or overseas. Even on holidays in Mission Beach you can connect your own laptop or use one of our computers here at the Mission Beach Information Station. We take pride in our fast internet on real computers. At the moment their are 3 people using their own laptops which is great. I particularly love it when the oldies come in, they have set off on their "grey nomad" trek around Oz and their children have set them up with a laptop so they can stay in touch......sometimes they are not quite sure how to do that, so we of course can help them!

Salty Dog Sea Kayaking

AIRLIE BEACH: Day Trips, Extended Trips and Kayak Hire

Quiz Night!

If you live or are staying in Mission Beach, why not try something different and come to the Trivia night at Mission Beach Resort. It's on a Wednesday night every fortnight. We have got a team together and the fun we have had!!!! It's a great night when everyone can participate, so come on down, there are some great prizes to be won!

Baranbali Pavilions

Baranbali Pavilions is a brand new luxury beachside home set around a stunning Balinese style pool, beautifully landscaped and directly across the road from one of the most beautiful and quiet stretches of beach at magical Mission Beach.

You can choose how many of the bedrooms, all with their own ensuite, you would like to book at this beautiful home, but rest assured even if it is only 1 room you will get the whole property to yourself.

Back to School!

Well it's been a lovely long holiday for the kids in Mission Beach, but it's back to school on the 29th January! It has just whizzed by. I can remember when I had my summer holidays from school. I loved them to start with, but I was always excited to get back so I could see my mates. I also loved having new books and stationary for the new term! Is that sad? Well I hope all the children have a good start back to school and they work hard!!!!

Sealords in Mission Beach

There are so many different types of accommodation available in Mission Beach. Camping in a Caravan Park, Backpackers, B&B's, Resorts, Motels & Self Contained, whatever your looking for we can help you find. One of my favourite B&B's is Sealords, located between North Mission Beach and Bingil Bay. You will not find friendlier people anywhere, its like staying at home with your Mum and Dad, with perhaps a little bit more privacy. There are 2 fabulous rooms available inside the house or you can have a self contained Captains Cabin if you prefer to look after yourself. With a lovely swimming pool to cool down in too! Let us help you find the most suitable place to stay when you visit Mission Beach.