Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay Whale Festival 2011

Holiday in Hervey Bay Queensland Australia

Name: Hervey Bay Whale Festival 2011

Address: C/- Fraser Coast Regional Council

Contact Email: events@frasercoast.qld.gov.au

Website: www.herveybaywhalefestival.com.au
 

 

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Hervey Bay Whale Festival

Book into Hervey Bay now to enjoy the 2011 Hervey Bay Whale Festival!  

When the whales come to play, Hervey Bay starts to party!    The Hervey Bay Whale Festival kicks off the festivities with the Blessing of the Fleet on the 1st Saturday of August at the Urangan Boat Harbour marking the beginning of the Hervey Bay Whale Watch season.   The Whale Day Carnival at Seafront Oval on the 2nd Saturday of August is next with the The Chronicle Illuminated Street Parade and Grand finale of spectacular fireworks.   Plus many more events not to be missed!

“Hervey” the Humpback Whale will be out and about for the children

Food Wine & Jazz
Celebrate the Sea and the arrival of the whales to Hervey Bay at the Boat Harbour Marina with boutique food and wine, Blues and Jazz bands  

Blessing of the Fleet
The blessing of the fleet at 5.30pm is a highlight of the Hervey Bay Whale Festival.  As the sun sets priests perform the traditional blessing to officially launch the whale watching season.  There are nine magnificant whale watch vessels participating and each will proceed into the Marina for the ceremony.  Don’t miss the fantastic fireworks display at 6.30pm to celebrate the Blessing of the Whale Watch Fleet.

 
Condy Park Teddy Bears Picnic
Bring your teddy bear in his or her best sea themed disguise.  Arrive at 9am for breakfast, coffee or devonshire tea by the lake.  Be Entertained by Rompin Stompin, The Kawungan Skippers, school choirs and other talented young locals.  Sack races, rides, stalls, food and activities.  prices for the best dressed “Celebrate the Sea” themed Teddy; Most Looks like their Owner and Most Loved Teddy.

 
 
Whale Day Carnival
Have a “Whale of a Time” at the Whale Day Carnival at Seafront Oval with stage entertainment, market stalls, rides, food and beverages,  the Rainbow Eco Show, John Sharp the Magician, a Whale Play for the kids, and roving performers and fireworks!   The Chronicle Illuminated Street Parade The them this year is “Celebrate the Sea”.  Don’t miss this unique display of  Illuminated Street Parade floats winding their way through town.  Starting this year at Pialba Place and winding its way down to the Seafront Oval Esplanade to the Seafront Oval.

Krystal Klear

Holiday in Hervey Bay Queensland Australia

Name: Krystal Klear
Address: Sandy Straits Marina Urangan 4655
Telephone: 07 4124 0066
Contact Email: krystalklear@bigpond.com

Website: www.krystalkleer.com.au
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Krystal Klear Glass Bottom Boat Tours is run by husband and wife team Murray and Jodie Everett.

We invite you to come aboard Krystal Klear for a great day out with a friendly and fun atmosphere.

Become a part of an aquatic wonderland full of turtles, dolphins, corals and other ocean dwellers in their natural environment.

Snorkel on sheltered coral reefs or view them from the comfort of one of the largest glass bottom boats in Queensland.

Tour Package
The 5 hour tour leaves from Sandy Straits Marina at Urangan daily. Departure times vary according to tidal and weather conditions.

Variety!
Our cruise has it all. As well as coral viewing in the safe waters of Hervey Bay, you can snorkel the reef (gear provided free), feed a variety of fish, view the turtles, search for dolphins and sunbake or swim in calm waters.

SNORKELLING
(mask, snorkel and fins provided free of charge)
CORAL VIEWING THROUGH THE GLASS TANK
FISH FEEDING
DOLPHIN SEARCH (90% success rate)
TURTLE VIEWING
(Guaranteed in warmer months)
COLLECT PIPPIS FOR OUR SEAFOOD ENTREE.
A substantial BBQ lunch on deserted Round Island is included at NO extra cost.

A few hours are spent on the island where we have seating in the shade for approximately 50 people.

Our barbecue lunch consists of :

  • Steak and sausages
  • Fried onions
  • 4 home made salads
  • 3 varieties of bread
  • 3 or 4 fruits
  • Tea/Coffee, wine and orange juice
  • Our seafood entree is pippis collected in the wet sand
  • Round Island is a haven for several species of birds.

Bring your fishing rod and catch a silver bream or whiting for lunch, or just relax on the beach, enjoy a swim or sunbake.

Hervey Bay Golf & Country Club

Holiday in Hervey Bay Queensland Australia

Name: Hervey Bay Golf & Country Club
Address: Tooth Street, Pialba
Telephone: 41244544

 Website: www.hbgcc.com.au

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The Hervey Bay Golf & Country Club boasts fabulous facilities for members and guests alike, with the native setting of the challenging 18-hole championship course, its well bunkered greens and excellent practice area.

The well appointed clubhouse, has Caddies Coffee Shop, Out The Rough Restaurant / Bistro, 35 of the lastest Gaming Machines,Keno,Sid Howards Sports Bar,Bottle-Shop,Fairways Function Area and the Green View Deck area.

The club is ably supported by Gerry Taylor and his Leading Edge Golf Pro Shop, located adjacent to the clubhouse, between holes 1 & 10.  The pro shop organises green fees, hire equipment including motorised carts, lessons and sales of popular lines of golf equipment.

Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum

Holiday in Hervey Bay Queensland Australia

Name: Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum
Address: 13 Zephyr Street, Scarness
Telephone: 41245257 (Yvonne) 41244791 (Margaret)
Contact Email: hbmuseum@internode.on.net

Website: www.herveybaymuseum.com.au

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The Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum opened in 1974 with one building and has grown over the years to 19 buildings and over 8000 exhibits all related to the local area, spread over 3 acres. In 1985 the Museum won a State Government award for its contribution to the local community.

The Historical Village and Museum is run by the Hervey Bay Historical Society and all members are volunteers. The museum relies entirely on the generosity of local residents, business and community groups for sponsorship and assistance.

Features of the Village and Museum include:

* Blacksmith demonstrations

* Woodturning demonstrations

* Dundowran School (1894 to 1960)

* Radish – railway people mover

* Maritime Display

* Motor vehicles, diesel engines and tractors

* Plus much more

Pier to Pub Ocean Classic

Holiday in Hervey Bay Queensland Australia

Name: Pier to Pub Ocean Classic
Address: Hervey Bay Surf Life Saving Club
Telephone: 07 4125 1718
Fax: 07 4125 1718
Contact Email: hbslsc@herveybaysurfclub.com.au

Website: www.herveybaysurfclub.com.au

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PIER TO PUB OCEAN SWIM CLASSIC

 
Many categories:

MALE – Open, 12-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ year old

FEMALE – Open, 12-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ year old

2 distances – 3.4 km & 1.6km

Event Date – Sunday 11 April 2009.

Stay tuned for more information.

Event Contact:

Mark Thornton

Deputy Club President

PH: 0448 251 297