Far North Queensland

Coral Reef - Photo and text courtesy of Tourism QLD

Tropical North Queensland is where the rainforest meets the reef. Few places on earth can boast such unique natural attractions with the Great Barrier Reef offering an underwater treasure trove of dazzling coral and sea life and superb tropical rainforests of the Daintree within easy reach.

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White water rafting on the Tully River - Photo courtesy of Tourism QLD
Mossman Gorge - Photo courtesy of Tourism QLD
Rainforest meets the Reef - Photo courtesy of Tourism QLD

Climate

Max temperatures of 40°C in summer and 30°C in winter. Humidity around 70% all year round. Highest rainfall end of January and February.

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Articles

Cyclone Yasi and the Great Barrier ReefCyclone Yasi and the Great Barrier Reef

by Tim Hochgrebe

After the massive impact of Cyclone Yasi, Australia stops to consider the consequences of this natural disaster on the economy, nature and life in Australia as such.
Bombs, Turtle Soup and the World's Largest SanctuaryBombs, Turtle Soup and the World's Largest Sanctuary

by DaisyB

The history of our vast continents mountains, deserts, adventurers and fighters is well known but that of our watery periphery is often overlooked. Australia’s Coral Sea has a fascinating story and if the government continues with its current plans it will become one of the largest safe havens for marine life on the planet.
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