Holiday In Mackay things to see and do.

I am from Mackay Nth Queensland Australia about 1000 klm nth of Brisbane.I have lived in this region all my life and would like to share some things about my town with you.

Located midway between Brisbane and Cairns, the Mackay Region coastline stretches 200 km north from St Lawrence to Laguna Whitsunday’s, and inland to the town of Clermont and other coal mining communties.  The region’s rich and colourful past is economically founded upon sugar, coal, beef and tourism. 

The Mackay Region is becoming increasingly popular with the tourists as a holiday destination seeking an unspoiled, friendly contrast to other over-developed, over-crowded destinations found elsewhere on the coast.  Here the weather is superb year round, with temperatures in the warmer months from 24°c to 33°c and winter temperatures a comfortable 16°c to 24°c.  The waters remain at a warm 18°c to 26°c year round thus making it very popular with the travelers from the southern states to escape the  winter cold .

What To DO

As Mackay is only about an hour  and a half south of the Whitsundays it is a great place to stay, Secluded islands and beaches, spectacular rainforests and national parks, pristine coral reefs, exciting fishing spots, genuine country hospitality,or sit back and relax while watching a movie at one of our two cinema's,scenic drives and fabulous dining in the Mackay city Heart- you’ll find it all here in the Mackay Region!

There are plenty of places to stay whilst enjoying the sites of Mackay with many great Motels or caravan parks.We have the marina at the Mackay Harbour which is a great place for a family picnic or enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants at the Mackay Marina.We have recently opened a board walk along  the banks of our Pioneer River which is one of the last Blue Rivers In Queensland or for the plant lovers we have our Botanical Gardens to enjoy.

Artspace Mackay  located in the city allows you  to check out Mackay's award winning regional art gallery and museum. Its diversity offers the chance to experience the works of local artists and learn about the region's heritage past.

One of my families favourites is Cape Hillsborough National Park where the local kangaroo population will greet you on arival.They have  resort style accomadation or if you have your own caravan or tent they have powered sites.Cape Hillsborough is a great family attraction with it beautifil sandy beach and a loverly pool for your family to enjoy after you have walked one of the many bushwalking tracks.

There are plenty of other things to do and see in Mackay I have just listed a few here ,for  all your accomadation and things to do check out the website www.mackay.qld.gov.au .Hope to see you in my region one day.