While the town of 1770 and Agnes Water are well off the beaten track they are certainly worth a visit. My how the towns have grown since we last visited 12 years ago! But in saying that they have still retained their "get away from it all" beauty and charm!
It was a beautiful warm sunny day and the two little towns, 6kms apart, were abuzz with people enjoying the beach, the walks, the sights, the cafes and restaurants!
We left Bargara early for our leisurely 130 km drive to the sister towns on the Discovery Coast. It was a picturesque drive north through the cane and veggie fields, Macadamia plantations and the strawberry patches! Such a fertile lush area around Bundaberg - everything is flourishing!
We detoured just out of Bundaberg to visit Moore Park Beach, a quiet sleepy spot boasting 16 kms of sandy beach perfect for surfing, swimming, walking and fishing. The Caravan Park has a perfect position right on the beach and many were enjoying its perfect location. The Surf Club is nearby and both are flanked by a lovely Flora and Fauna park, home to a myriad of birdlife. Moore Park Beach is another area on the Coral Coast Pathways - to be enjoyed and keep you active!
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| Lovely to drive along the roads with the sugar cane either side |
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| A cane train ready for work |
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| Macadamia trees in abundance! |
MOORE PARK
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| Looking north along this beautiful beach |
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| A great morning for fishing and for dogs chasing a ball in the surf |
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These little ladies got very excited when I visited the lagoon - they raced to meet me! I wonder why?
Unfortunately I didnt have anything to feed them but they stayed for a chat! :) |
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The Bicentennial Lagoon is the centre piece to a lovely picnic area behind the dunes.
A man-made island in the lagoon encourages the bird life in the area. |
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| Always some learning to be had! Love it! |
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| Move over! |
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| The girls enjoyed their walk with me! :) |
1770 and Agnes Water are situated between Gladstone and Bundaberg on the Discovery Coast. They are surrounded by rural hinterlands, untouched National Parks and the blue/green waters of the Coral Sea. Very nice!
AGNES WATER
What a great "get away from it all" ambience this little town exudes! Perched right on the beachfront it is perfect for a holiday to have some "time out"!
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| No big fancy Surf Club here at this part of the beach, just the historical patrol hut |
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| Onto the beach at Agnes Water |
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| Everyone was making the most of this glorious winter's day! |
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| ITS FAME : Agnes Water Beach is the most northerly surfing beach in Queensland |
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A wave on at the point and plenty enjoying it
Word has it that this is a board riders paradise with unbelievable breaks - the surfers got a bit of a taste of it today! |
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| Surfing lessons were in full swing with plenty of participants |
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| Peter watching the surfers - Rockin' it! |
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| Fresh water at the beach and picnic area is provided by the windmill |
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Graves of early settlers of Agnes Water find themselves surrounded with new development,
but the same Moreton Bay still protects them |
THE TOWN OF 1770
1770 is named after the visit of Lieutenant James Cook in May 1770. This was Cook's second landfall in Australia and the first in Queensland. The area claims to be the birthplace of Queensland.
The name "Bustard", common to the area was given by Cook because they shot a scrub turkey (bustard) for meat.
The drive out to Round Hill head is stunning - it overlooks Bustard Bay, Round Hill Creek, the white beaches, the crystal clear water, the bush landscape and the mountainous hinterland that backdrop the scenery. You can imagine it just as Cook and his men saw it as it is still relatively untouched. They would have been impressed!
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| The very nice picnic area and board walk at Round Head Creek in the middle of town |
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| Looking idyllic! |
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"The Tree" is a popular spot in 1770 for drinks, refreshments and a spectacular view
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What great beach shacks!
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| The park and picnic ground overlook the creek and beach |
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| The Lady Musgrave heading home from the morning cruise |
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| An interpretative boardwalk ! |
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| Views from The Tree |
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| The 1770 Marina is where the cruises to the Barrier Reef' s Lady Musgrave Island depart |
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| Continuing on the walk of knowledge! |
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| As impressive cairn - a monument to captain Cook |
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Cook's landing spot
Round Hill in the background overlooking Bustard Bay |
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| Round Creek |
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| A nice walk to observation platforms in the Joseph banks Conservation Park |
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| Bustard Bay |
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| Definitely bringing the MH Dreamtime back here |
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| The camp ground's backyard :) |
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A great aerial view of 1770 and Agnes Water, the beautiful discovery Coast,
Round Hill, Bustard Bay and Round Hill Creek |
We had a really nice day exploring the towns and the area - very interesting and beautiful! Definitely should be on your to "To Do" list if you've not ventured to this part of the beautiful Queensland Coast- the Discovery Coast!
Our trip back home to Bargara was also exciting - NOT! Just out of Agnes Water we stopped for road works. The little Kia wouldn't go into gear when we went to set off again. After wrestling with her and winning we had to stop at a second lot of road work - the same thing happened. We were lucky again to get her into gear - don't think she wanted to be left way out in the countryside - and we made it into Bundaberg with Pete's skilful driving where the RACQ deemed her undriveable and organised for us to be relocated to Noosa. It will be an interesting trip home - the Kia on the back of the tow truck and us ensconced in the tow truck. All part of the fun of road trips! We've enjoyed this one immensely!
Until next time we pack our suitcases!
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| We'll miss the lovely sunrises - our last one for this trip to Bargara |
