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Queesland » Broadwater

The Gold Coast Broadwater stretches north from Southport past Labrador, Biggera Waters, Anglers Paradise, Runaway Bay, Hollywell and Paradise Point. The Broadwater is protected by The Spit (to the South) and South Stradbroke Island (to the North).

The Broadwater is also a popular area for boating, due to its calm waters. The Broadwater also offers safe access to the Pacific Ocean throught the Gold Coast Seaway (at the end of The Spit).

Fishing is another popular sport on the Broadwater. You can either fish from the shore, or hire a small boat to explore the Broadwater waters. Alternatively you can take part in a Broadwater or deep sea fishing charter, many of which depart from the Broadwater. There are also a number of watersports that you can enjoy including parasailing, windsurfing, kite surfing and speed boating.

Biggera Waters
Biggera Waters is located on the attractive Gold Coast Broadwater. The Broadwater stretches north from Southport past Labrador, Biggera Waters, Anglers Paradise, Runaway Bay, Hollywell and Paradise Point.

Biggera Creek flows through Biggera Waters reaching the Broadwater at Lands End. Just off the shores of Biggera Waters is Wave Break Island, which marks the entrance / exit of the Gold Coast Seaway.

Biggera Waters is surrounded by several fantastic shopping centres, including Australia Fair in Southport, Harbour Town in Labrador and Runaway Bay Shopping Centre. There are also a number of dining areas located within the Shopping Centre and along the Broadwater.

Biggera Waters offers a range of accommodation, located along the waterfront or just a short walking distance from the Broadwater. There are also a number of attractions that you can enjoy, including a range of water sports on the Broadwater waters.

A wonderful waterfront promenade is located along the Broadwater starting at Biggera Waters in the North continuing to Southport in the South. Attractive parkland and a number of parks can also be found along the promenade ideal for walking, cycling and relaxing.

Southport
Southport is situated just north of Surfers Paradise and is a great place to stay and visit if you want to be close to the action of the Gold Coast, without being in the heart of the clubbing action.

Southport has a range of attractions to offer for visitors to the area. Along the Broadwater there is a host of beautiful parkland, featuring picnic areas and walkways. For those with a desire for adventure then the Broadwater offers a range of watersports.

Southport is also home to a selection of shopping malls and boutiques, as well as some modern cafes and restaurants. Australia Fair is a large shopping mall which features over 230 stores, supermarkets, food court, cinema and even a hotel, with Southport Mall featuring a range of shops and cafes for a relaxed and friendly day.

Trade Secrets, the Brickworks, is another popular shopping mall which offers upto 50% discount on fashion labels.

For entertainment you can head to the Parklands Showground on Smith Street, which offers Greyhound racing every Wednesday afternoon and Harness racing every Thursday afternoon. There are also other events held here throughout the year, which are very popular.

There is also a selection of accommodation in Southport ranging from hostel accommodation to apartments and hotels.

Hervey Bay
Hervey Bay is situated on the Fraser Coast, and is a popular point from which to visit nearby Fraser Island. Hervey Bay is also a great place to go whale watching, during the whales migration further north and south between July and November.

Hervey Bay is an attractive place, with its many beaches backed by pretty parkland and greenery. There are several picnic areas within the parkland, making it a great place for a picnic.

There are five main areas around Hervey Bay including Pialba, Scarness, Torquay, Urangan and Urraween. Pialba is the main shopping centre in Hervey Bay, with most of the accommodation and restaurants at Scarness and Torquay as well as Shelley Beach.

You can easily get between the resorts by heading along the Esplanade. It is a pretty, but long walk, as well as a nice drive. If you follow the Esplanade north you will get to Point Vernon where you can get great views south along the coast, towards Hervey Bay.

There are a number of places to stay around Hervey Bay, with many hostels and apartmenst along the Esplanade and Torquay Road. The Esplanade is also the place to go if you are looking for food, as there are plenty of restaurants and cafes along here.