Flooded Queensland urges visitors: Don’t desert us
Queensland tourism destinations unaffected by the devastating floods over wide areas of the state are appealing for visitors not to alter their travel plans.
The closest major flooding to the Fraser Coast and Fraser Island is in Bundaberg, which is one-and-a-half hours drive north from Hervey Bay.
Roads from Brisbane (in the south) to Hervey Bay and into Rainbow Beach are open; but travellers planning journeys north to Bundaberg, and beyond, are advised to check road condition reports prior to travel.
Kingfisher Bay Resort Group general manager of tours and marine, David Hay, said guests and staff had steadfastly refused to let Queensland’s unpredictable weather dampen spirits on the lee side of Fraser Island.
"The rain that we’ve had in region has firmed up the sand tracks on Fraser Island and they’re promising some good four-wheel-driving for visitors," he said.
"There are a few spots on the eastern side of the island that have been eroded or water is over the tracks – but it’s definitely business as usual for us and our tour buses are out as normal."
Many areas within the Bundaberg region have been impacted by the flooding, yet most local tourism icons have remained relatively unscathed according to Bundaberg North Burnett Tourism (BNBT).
"Perhaps the biggest impact on tourism operators has been the dramatic number of unnecessary cancellations for accommodation," said BNBT’s Greg Barnes.
"As devastating as the floods have been for our local community, travellers should be aware that our airport, railway, highways and most local roads are open as usual and that we continue to offer visitors an incredible holiday experience at a most attractive time of the year.”
Ian Jarrett
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