Monday, 14 December 2009

Saturday, 12th December 2009 - Magnetic Island



Magnetic Island, just offshore from the city of Townsville, Queensland, Australia, in Cleveland Bay is a 52 km² mountainous island which has effectively become a suburb of Townsville having 2,107 permanent residents. The island is accessible from Townsville to Nelly Bay by ferry operated by Sunferries. There is a large 27 km² national park and bird sanctuary and excellent walking tracks can be taken between the populated bays and to a number of tourist destinations such as the World War II forts.

The island has long become established as a holiday destination with many hotels and several resorts in operation to cater for all levels of service. The public facilities and infrastructure on the island are managed by the Townsville City Council. The island is part of the Electoral district of Townsville (represented by Mike Reynolds) in the Queensland Legislative Assembly. The island is also part of the Federal seat of Herbert, which is represented by Peter Lindsay.

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