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The region extends from Townsville
south to Home Hill and north to Mission Beach . Townsville is the
centre of the North Queensland region and from here you can travel
west to the old gold towns of Charters Towers and Ravenswood, or
north to Tully for whitewater rafting . Magnetic Island is just 20
minutes from Townsville by ferry, crossing calm Cleveland Bay.
Other islands in the North Queensland region include Orpheus ,
Bedarra , Dunk and Hinchinbrook Islands. Each island offers a
different style of accommodation, from rustic to romantic.
Activities vary and include breathtaking nature walks, a wide
range of watersports or just simply relaxing on your own stretch
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Visitors to the Townsville region will be
unable to forget the beautifully warm days, with the sun shining
brightly on the calm blue sea. With over 300 days of sunshine each
year, visitors can truly enjoy the stunning natural beauty, rich
history and fabulous man-made attractions that await them in this
region. Couples, families and people of all ages will enjoy the
many activities and attractions of the North, whether they are
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Clothing:
Casual lightweight clothing is suitable for the North Queensland
climate. A swimsuit, hat and sunscreen are essential as the region
is blessed with beautiful warm, sunny weather year round. Warmer
clothes may be required during the winter evenings.
Beach Safety
Safe beach swimming is available year round. Marine stinger
enclosures are in operation November to March. The Townsville
Strand, Picnic and Arcadia Bays on Magnetic Island are patrolled
by Surf Life Saving Clubs all year.
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