Hervey Bay offers one of the most desirable lifestyles in Australia. Located by the sea, its ideal year round climatic conditions have enticed residents and visitors in ever increasing numbers to experience the pleasures of the Bay's natural attractions and environment.

Area: The City comprises 2351 square kilometres with 60 kilometres of water frontage. It stretches from Burrum Heads in the west to River Heads in the east and incorporates the villages of Howard, Torbanlea, Aldershot and Riverview in the south. The northern part of Fraser Island is included in the City's boundaries. The rural areas to the south and west of the coastal development strip are the major part of the City's land mass although the least populated.

Population: Hervey Bay has a population of over 53,000 and has shown a remarkable growth rate. The city is still a popular retirement location and is becoming a welcome haven for young families looking for a relaxed, safe lifestyle for their children.Investment in technology will provide opportunities for education and research, and stimulate employment growth. Tourism will continue to be a significant part of the city's economy.

The City of Hervey Bay makes a point of nurturing its environment. Parkland, trees and nature reserves fringe the waterfront, ensuring an unbroken haven for wild life. The Botanic Gardens offer a leafy retreat, but are also popular as a perfect venue for weddings and celebrations.

Health, education, recreation, transport and general services infrastructure are all backed by a growing local economy based on light industry, building, retailing and tourism. There are scenic picnic and barbeque sites dotted along the beautiful foreshore and a variety of accommodations, cafes, restaurants, clubs, cinemas and entertainments to suit all tastes and pockets.

Accommodation options are many and varied. Quality resorts and motels, self contained units, apartments, houses, flats, caravan parks, bed & breakfast establishments and backpacker hostels to suit all visitors. Camping areas are also available.

A distinct tourist destination, Hervey Bay offers a colorful concentration of lifestyles and its waters are home to turtles, dolphins and dugongs as well as humpback whales. No matter what your interests, your age group or the season you can enjoy its experiences, its natural beauty and a choice of activities and attractions.

Visitors can enjoy a range of attractions from Reefworld, shark show and shell display, mini golf, model railway through to the natural attractions of safe golden beaches. For visitors seeking the excitement of an aquatic playground, Hervey Bay offers a variety of water sports all year round. Sailing, power boating,sea kayaking, water skiing, parasailing, sailboarding, diving and snorkeling are a way of life. For the boating and fishing enthusiast, the area is unequaled.

Anglers can catch game fish, go deep sea Fishing Hervey Bay, fish from jetties or the beach. Fresh water fishing is also an attraction to visitors. There is a huge range of sporting activities for visitors who prefer land based fun. Golf, bowls, go karting, tennis, horse riding and skating plus many more are all part of the Hervey Bay lifestyle.

All this and excellent dining. With some 30 restaurants, clubs that make you welcome and many other eating estabishments Hervey Bay is a gourmet's delight.