Queesland » Alexandra Headland

Alexandra Headland is a relaxed town located within the popular Moroochy region on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. To the north of Alexandra Headland is lively Maroochydore with attractive Mooloolaba to the south.

Situated at a magnificent coastal area and featuring a large partolled surf beach, Alexandra Headland is popular amongst families and surfers. Attractive parkland backs the beautiful beach at Alexandra Headland and is ideal for picnics or a pretty coastal walk. Alexandra Headland is home to Alex Surf Club and a large skate boarding area.

A few small shops can be found at Alexandra Headland, although it is just a short distance from the large shopping centre in Maroochydore and the magnificent shopping boutiques in Mooloolaba.

Alexandra Headland Weather Forecast featuring todays current weather conditions in Alexandra Headland, Queensland.

The Alexandra Headland Weather
Forecast also features a four day planner, including current temperature, wind, rainfall and predicted temperature and weather conditions for Alexandra Headland.

Weather Maroochydore Ap
Min 19.7°C Max 25°C
Rainfall 5.8mm
Normally in March
Average Min 19.8°C
Average Max 27.6°C
Rainfall 115.0mm
So far this March
Average Min 19.4°C
Average Max 26.7°C
Rainfall 53.0mm

Maroochydore Ap 23:00 EST
Temperature 17.9°C
Dew point 17.8°C
Humidity 99%
Feels like 17.9°C
Winds Calm
Wind gusts 6km/h
Pressure 1015.3hPa
Rainfall 24.4mm

Bli Bli
Bli Bli means many swamp oak trees. While in Bli Bli be sure to take a cruise through the Maroochy Wet Lands Sanctuary, or walk the boardwalks through swamps and mangroves. Wheelchair access is provided via the boardwalk for part of the way. For those wanting to add a little bit of history into their holiday, make sure to visit the Bli Bli castle and it's many medieval features including drawbridge and moat, dungeon, and torture chamber.

Also located at the Bli Bli Castle is a doll museum featuring animated dancing dolls and dolls in national costume. For the dare devils, try the cable waterski park. Here you can learn wake boarding, knee boarding, skurfing or water skiing. For a more relaxing experience try your luck at catching a big Barramundi or Muller Park provides a leash free area to spend the day with your pets.

Mount Isa
Mount Isa is a mining town, which mines for copper, lead, silver and zinc, and has got a nickname by locals as 'The Isa'. Today Mount isa is one of the largest producers of both lead and silver, in the Western world. It is also home to a large Rodeo, held in August. The Leichhardt River divides the town, with the town centre on the eastern side of the river, and the mining areas on the western side. You can find out more about mining in the area by joining one of the tours around the mine itself. You can either follow the underground tour which is really good, or if you don't feel brave enough follow the surface tour. There are plenty of attractions around Mt Isa, with something for everyone. You can see various historical artifacts at the Frank Aston Museum, learn about the local Aboriginal community at the Kalkadoon Tribal Centre and Cultural Keeping Place, see a display of fossils at the Riversleigh Fossils Interpretive Centre, and learn about the School of Distance Education.

If you would prefer something more active, then head to Lake Moondarra, which is a boating lake. You can also join a tour from Mount Isa to the wonderful Lawn Hill National Park.

Around Mount Isa there is a wide selection of accommodation, with several campsites and motels around the town. There are also a number of good restaurants, and some great pubs which often have live bands playing.

Noosa
Noosa is a popular and upmarket surfing spot, set within a fantastic coastal location on the magnificent Sunshine Coast. Noosa is surrounded by glorious beaches and is situated alongside the Noosa River, making it a great place to stay. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants in the area, as well as plenty of things to do and see.

There are several centres around Noosa, all offering something slightly different to the visitor. These include Noosaville, Noosa Heads, Noosa Junction and Sunshine Beach. Noosaville is situated along the Noosa River and offers a number of river cruises. There are also some great eating places along the river on Gympie Terrace