09 March 2009

Tucker Truck

The Mission Beach Information Station and Tucker Truck are working together to bring food to Wongaling Beach Shopping Centre. You can now purchase Rochelle's lovely gourmet Sub's and Sandwiches 7 days a week from the Mission Beach Information Station. We are also stocking a variety of drinks and other snack items, so come in and try them out!

08 March 2009

How to get to Dunk Island

The quickest trip to Dunk Island from Mission Beach, taking only 10 minutes is Dunk Island Express Water Taxi. It operates 6 return services daily. One thing to remember is that you will get your feet wet! If you would prefer to have a more leisurely trip over you can travel with Quick Cat on their ferry, it departs from the Clump Point Jetty and will take closer to 25 minutes to get to Dunk Island. They offer 3 return services daily.

06 March 2009

Tropical Cyclone Hamish

If your travelling north or south from Mission Beach please make sure you check the road conditions. Tropical Cyclone Hamish has generated plenty of rain and wind that could be affecting the roads, RACQ has a great website or call in to us here at the Mission Beach Information Station and we will let you know the latest news.

05 March 2009

Hungry or thirsty?

What's new in Wongaling Beach is that unfortunately the Foodworks has closed its doors for good. We are always sorry to see a business close. Mission Beach Information Station is now stocking drinks and snacks, so if your about to get on a bus, just got off, work in the centre or are just thirsty or hungry then come in and see what we have.

What is new

What's new in Wongaling Beach is that unfortunately the Foodworks has closed its doors for good. We are always sorry to see a business close. Mission Beach Information Station is now stocking drinks and snacks, so if your about to get on a bus, just got off, work in the centre or are just thirsty or hungry then come in and see what we have.

Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat

It's less than 2 hour drive from Mission Beach to the Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat up in the Atherton Tablelands, and well worth the drive. I had a lovely stay there with a friend on Monday night, I only wish we could have stayed for longer. We were in a 2 bedroom self contained treehouse, with views of the forest and mountains. There is a restaurant on the property or you can look after yourselves and a yummy breakfast hamper is provided for your first morning. You know there are neighbours out there, as they have 9 treehouses in total, but you don't hear or see them. Really I could have stayed there for a week......if only I had the time!

04 March 2009

Visit Mission Beach

The drive to Mission Beach takes you through the heart of the Australian sugar cane and banana farming areas and past some of north Queensland's most impressive rainforest National Parks. Once in Mission Beach you can visit the Great Barrier Reef, rainforests, and Dunk Island.

03 March 2009

The Elandra

The Elandra Mission Beach is a boutique resort which houses 52 creatively designed rooms. Nestled in amongst the lush tropical rainforest, interlinked by elevated boardwalks. The Elandra contains a fine dining restaurant, glamorous cocktail bar, tennis court, chic boutique, in room massage, National Park walking track, private dining rooms, chill out lounge areas, conference facilites and an alluring swimming pool. Located in Explorer Drive, South Mission Beach.

01 March 2009

NanaThai

Bring on the 1st April because that is when my favourite restaurant in Mission Beach is re-opening. Nana Thai offers a broad range of authentic Thai dishes, dine in or takeaway. BYO. Open Tuesday to Saturday 6pm - 8.30pm. Functions by arrangement and bookings are preferred. Seating available for 39 inside and outside. No EFTPOS. Located 165 Reid Rd at Wongaling Beach. Phone: 4068 9101.

28 February 2009

Say goodbye to Foodworks

It is the last day of February today and this means the last day of trade for the Foodworks Supermarket at Wongaling Beach in Mission Beach. Its a bit sad to see another one of the little guys go, we wish the staff all the best for the future.

27 February 2009

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 four 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.

26 February 2009

Beachcomber Caravan Park

Mission Beach has several caravan park options. One of them is the Beachcomber caravan park, it is a resort-style, fun, family holiday park looking across tropical waters to Dunk and Family Islands. AAA/Rated 4.5 stars & multi award-winning caravan park offers luxury self-contained 2 bedroom villas, ensuite cabins, beachfront cabins - caravan & camping sites. Resort pool, playground, TV/Games room, half tennis court, Campers Kitchen Restaurant and seasonal stinger net. Located in Kennedy Esplanade, South Mission Beach.

25 February 2009

Focu on Spence




Focus on Spence is an 18 month old property really perfectly located for you to enjoy the life of Cairns city. 10 minute walk to Cairns Central Shopping Centre. When you live so close to the CBD, all of the facilities of the modern city are literally at your doorstep.


Your favourite restaurant or cafĂ© is just down the street, Cairns’ newly refurbished sporting arena is next door, and shopping at Cairns’ most switched on shopping centre is only a kilometre away.


The new city lagoon, Cairns Esplanade boardwalk and re-developed marina are all at the end of the street, and medical facilities are just around the corner.

Scotty's Beach House

Famously friendly backpackers resort in Mission Beach with chilled atmosphere created by large gardens with hammocks, sunbeds and huge pool. 24 hr kitchen, internet & tv access. Right next to Scottys Beach Bar & Grill directly across from the beach in Mission Beach. Tour booking office, convenience shop, air conditioned/en suite rooms, clean, pay phones, free morning tea/coffee. Large and small backpackers dorms, twins and doubles. Backpackers discount cards accepted. Located at 167 Reid Road, Wongaling Beach.

23 February 2009

Mission Beach Adventure Centre

Mission Beach Adventure Centre has a great range of adventure activities, including Blo Karts, Kayaks & Bicycles. Located right on the beach in the village of Mission Beach. Great little kiosk specialising in fabulous coffee & light snacks. Open 7 days from 8.30am to 5pm.

22 February 2009

Discovery Holiday Parks - Lake Tinaroo

LAKE TINAROO: Discovery Holiday Parks - Lake Tinaroo offers families a unique fun-filled holiday location right in the Tinaroo township, just a minute's stroll to the lake. For water lovers, the opportunities are endless with boating, water skiing, sailing and fishing on your doorstep. Lake Tinaroo is after all, the home of Australia’s BIG BARRA!! For land lovers, the Atherton Tablelands are spectacular. There are many hiking tracks to explore - Mt Hypipamee Crater and the Millaa Millaa - Waterfall Circuit, are just to name a couple of the nearby attractions.

Bicton Hill

Mission Beach has many walking tracks that take in the beach and rainforest. Bicton Hill is one of the good ones located in Bingil Bay. Magnificent views! This circuit track is 4km in total taking approx. 1 ½ hours to complete. The walk up takes you through breathtaking rainforest and the view at the top is worth every step!

Barking Owl Retreat

KAIRI: Luxury Fully Self Contained Cottage accommodation, on our 41 acre Farmstay, tucked away in a secluded valley at the end of an Atherton Tableland country road in Kairi. Our Atherton Tableland Retreat is centrally located just minutes from the beautiful Lake Tinaroo Dam, a short drive from the historic village of Yungaburra famous for Restaurants and Markets, and just over an hours drive from the Cairns Airport, yet nestled amongst the many wonders of the Atherton Tablelands on the Cairns Highlands

21 February 2009

Fishin Mission

Quality reef fishing trips from Mission Beach, with experienced guide aboard his purpose built 7.5m Sailfish Platinum Series with twin 150Hp 4 stroke motors. Creature comforts include tea, coffee, lunch options and on board toilet. All tackle and bait included, catch is also gutted and gilled for your convenience. "Hook yourself an unforgettable day of fishing". Options include Island or Reef Fishing trip, Fish & Snorkel Reef trip, Game Fishing, Night Fishing and Sole Reef Fishing charters.

20 February 2009

Crater Lakes Rainforest Cottages

Crater Lakes Rainforest Cottages, luxury self-contained accommodation, set in a unique rainforest near Lake Eacham, Cairns Highlands (Atherton Tablelands, a 2 hour drive from Mission Beach). Awake to the sounds of birds... slide into a soothing spa... snuggle up in front of relaxing fire...feed the rainforest wallabies from your private verandah. You won't want to leave Crater Lakes Rainforest Holiday Cottages. These rainforest cottages are set amongst a magnificent rainforest with a variety of wildlife and spectacular waterfalls.