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Subscriber only The pair were found dead beside Lake McKenzie on March 30 having become separated from their group the day before. They had been participants in the Australian Overseas Exchange Program and the visit to Fraser Island was for an eco-tour. They had arrived in Brisbane on March 25 and had travelled to Fraser Island three days later. Tourists Anthony Stave and Andrew Foreman at Lake McKenzie after the bodies of two boys were found. The pair had become separated from their tour group on March 29 and failed to turn up for a head count.
Unveiling 15 natural treasures in sunny Queensland
17 Jan, 2021 11:00 AM
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Scratch the surface of the sunshine state and you’ll find untold unique natural phenomena and a multitude of ways to soak them all in.
You may think you have an idea of what Queensland is all about, but this sub-tropical wonderland is definitely a more-than-meets-the-eye destination. Here we unearth 15 of nature s must-do hidden holiday gems that could soon be part of your own treasured memories.
1. While the Great Barrier Reef needs no introduction, the ways in which you can experience this incredible technicolour underwater world are boggling in their scope. For a breathtaking birdseye overview of the vastness of this natural aquatic wonderland, feel your heart pump as you soar above the reef by helicopter or seaplane. If you want to get closer to the mysteries below the surface, then an intimate snorkel or scuba excursion affords a precious glimpse into the other-worldly realm of th
Enlarge image Champagne Pools, Fraser Island: Many visitors to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Fraser Island are familiar with the striking Lake McKenzie - the island s most visited and photographed attraction. Lesser known are the magical Champagne Pools on the island s eastern beach. Acting as a natural day spa, the waves crash over the volcanic rock and the water bubbles and fizzes like Champagne. You can reach Fraser island via a 40-minute boat ride off Hervey Bay, three hours north of Brisbane. The Champagne Pools are located approximately 2.5hrs drive north up 75 Mile Beach from Eurong Beach Resort.
Photo: Supplied by Kingfisher Bay Resort
Pile Valley, Central Station, Lake McKenzie and surrounding rainforest were untouched by the fires. The Pinnacles, Eli Creek, Maheno Shipwreck, Indian Head, Champagne Pools, and Lake Wabby, located along the eastern coastline, were also unaffected. Queensland Environment Minister Meaghan Scanlon has visited Fraser Island as recovery work led by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service gets underway. The drive-market destination is a favourite choice for Fraser Coast locals and intrastate travellers. Our team could not wait to welcome guests in time for Christmas, and for those that cannot travel just now, we look forward to seeing even more visitors in the new year.