POOLS AND GYMS CALLIOPE

The Calliope River Historical Village is a true heritage experience which has captured and preserved some of the original buildings from around the Gladstone Region. Come and spend some time looking at unique and interesting displays, including the Calliope River Railway facility which includes a Queensland Rail coach, two camp wagons and the Yarwun station. Take a drip down memory lane in the Raglan Dance Hall, or visit the country Markets which are held on site, with stall holders from as far away as the Gold Coast selling their wares. The museum and tours operate daily at a small cost.

If you love fishing, camping, boating, turtles and miles of sandy beaches and turquoise waters, then Southend Curtis Island is a must visit in the Gladstone Region. Located just 12 kilometres from the mainland and a short one kilometre walk or drive from the Curtis Island jetty. Catch the Curtis Ferry Services Ferry to Curtis Island (vehicles permitted) or arrive by private vessel. Visit 'front beach' for a dip in the Coral Sea, enjoy a picnic at the nearby campgrounds or enjoy fish and chips, meals and a cold drink from Capricorn Lodge. Enjoy birdwatching and bushwalks or explore the islands gorgeous coastline. Camping is available at Southend, however permits must be purchased from the Gladstone Visitor Information Centre.

Central Studios offer studio accommodation in the Gladstone Central Business District. They cater for both corporate and holiday guests alike. Designed for comfort, the well appointed studios offer a contemporary style, each with equipped kitchenettes, and all the requirements for corporate travel. Featuring four types of accommodation there is something to suit everyone, from two to four guests. Their convenient location in the Central Business District places you only a moments walk from a major supermarket, shopping centre, and a variety of restaurants, clubs and bars. Experience the Gladstone region, stay at Central Studios and treat yourself to a little extra hospitality....

The PCYC Markets Gladstone are held every second Sunday of each month at the Gladstone PCYC from 8am to 12pm. With a variety of stalls including clothings, soy candles, fruit and vegetables, furniture and much more, there is always something for everyone at the PCYC Markets! All funds raised from the markets go towards the PCYC's continued support for youth so be sure to head down, grab a bargain and continue supporting the region's youth! ...

Calliope Swimming Pool is a public swimming pool featuring a toddler wading pool, 25 metre outdoor swimming pool and kiosk for snacks and drinks. Picnic areas and barbecues are provided free of charge making the Calliope Swimming Pool the perfect place for a lazy day out with family and friends. ...

The Calliope River Historical Village is a true heritage experience which has captured and preserved some of the original buildings from around the Gladstone Region. Come and spend some time looking at unique and interesting displays, including the Calliope River Railway facility which includes a Queensland Rail coach, two camp wagons and the Yarwun station. Take a trip down memory lane in the Raglan Dance Hall, or visit the country Markets which are held on site, with stall holders from as far away as the Gold Coast selling their wares. The museum and tours operate daily at a small cost. ...

If you love fishing, camping, boating, turtles and miles of sandy beaches and turquoise waters, then Southend Curtis Island is a must visit in the Gladstone Region. Located just 12 kilometres from the mainland and a short one kilometre walk or drive from the Curtis Island jetty. Catch the Curtis Ferry Services Ferry to Curtis Island (vehicles permitted) or arrive by private vessel. Visit 'front beach' for a dip in the Coral Sea, enjoy a picnic at the nearby campgrounds or enjoy fish and chips, meals and a cold drink from Capricorn Lodge. Enjoy birdwatching and bushwalks or explore the islands gorgeous coastline. Camping is available at Southend, however permits must be purchased from the Gladstone Visitor Information Centre....

A landscape which features historical homesteads, horse riding trails, national parks, lookouts and native bush Calliope is shaped by an air of yesteryear but look a little closer and there is lots to discover. Tee off on one of the 18 holes on the challenging greens at the Country Club, visit the Historical Village where early history of the Port Curtis region is being preserved or throw a line in at one of the rivers, estuaries or lakes located nearby. If you are in town on the last Sunday of the month the town comes alive with the Historical Village Markets where you can pick up homemade goodies, craft and other top market finds. Hinterland escapes await in part of Central Queensland's historic heartland - make your own history with a stay in Calliope....

This is rugged exploration at its best - Four Wheel Drive tracks to remote and secret fishing spots, back to basics bush camping, beaches, sparkling ocean, wilderness and wetlands. Curtis Island is accessible by private boat or by a regular ferry service; although once on the island and camping you will need a Four Wheel Drive to get around. Camping is permitted halfway up the east coast at the sand blow at Yellow Patch, not far from the Cape Capricorn lighthouse. More accessible for campers (just one kilometre from the barge landing point) is the grassy campground on the outskirts of the community of Southend. Southend has some accommodation and eating options available for day trips or longer stays. Birders will be in spotting heaven with jabirus, rainbow lorikeet parrots, cockatoos, herons, brolgas, sea eagles, wood ducks, black swans, and the rare yellow chat all inhabiting the island. The aptly named Turtle Beach is home to the third largest flatback turtle rookery in Queensland so if you are visiting between October to March you may see nesting and hatching on the shore. This island has seen many changes in its years, from a working cattle station, current liquefied natural gas hub and with plans to develop a luxury resort on the island in the future, it could just be the Gladstone region's best kept secret....