Maryborough Fraser Island Visitor Information Centre

17/06/2024

We are looking for a new member to join our dedicated team of Tourism Officers. The Position was advertised today on seek with the closing date for applications on June 24th.

Further information can be found at Link posted here
https://www.seek.com.au/job/76602360?type=standout&ref=search-standalone =90a6b12d4b7c5cae614da5658186027208942b33

31/05/2024

Today's THE day! We are set up and ready to go for Relish Food and Wine Festival....Can't wait to see you all soon. Don't forget to grab your official Relish Merch at our stall...

31/05/2024

Tomorrow is the day!! 🤩

Relish Food and Wine Festival 2024 starts at 10am at the Mary River Parklands precinct in Queens Park.

Pop in and see our team at the Visitor Information Centre for the

🍹ULTIMATE RELISH GIFT PACK.😃
Including Relish:
-Tote Bag
-Wine Glass 🥂
-Stubby Cooler🍺
-Apron
-Tea Towel
All for just $30!!🍾
Available only at the Visitor Information Centre stall

We also have a great selection of beautiful, local gifts and souvenirs for everyone.....including Ponchos should we experience any showers.

Look for us with the Big Yellow 'i' Flags.

Can't wait to share all the excitement of Relish with you.

25/03/2024

We wish everyone a Happy Easter exploring the beautiful Fraser Coast. Our centre will be open and available to assist guests over the Easter break with bookings and information.

Our Easter opening hours are:

Good Friday March 29 - CLOSED
Saturday March 30 - 8.30am - 12.30
Sunday March 31- 8.30am - 12.30
Monday April 1 - 8.30am - 12.30
Tuesday April 2 - 8.30am - 4.30pm

We wish everyone safe travels and look forward to seeing you soon.

12/03/2024

New Stock Alert!

We are excited to announce that our beautiful Maryborough Shot Glasses have arrived! These glasses feature the stunning heritage-listed Maryborough City Hall, which was built in 1908.

Starting this Thursday, these attractive glasses will be available for purchase at our centre. You can visit us to view these glasses and our other quality, locally-produced giftware lines.

08/01/2024

Please note our centre will be closed on Saturday, January 20th due to the following scheduled maintenance.

Keep up-to-date on important news, events, Council initiatives and activities.

31/12/2023

We wish everyone a Happy New Year.

Please note our centre will be closed January 1st and will reopen 8.30am Tuesday, January 2

21/12/2023

Christmas Opening Hours:

December 23 - 8.30am to 12.30
December 24 - 8.30am to 12.30
December 25 - CLOSED
December 26 - 8.30am to 12.30
December 27 - Return to normal operating hours

New Year's Day - PUBLIC HOLIDAY HOURS
8.30am to 12.30

The Maryborough Visitor Information centre team wishes everyone a Happy and Safe Christmas and New Year. We look forward to assisting everyone planning their perfect Fraser Coast holiday in 2024.

13/12/2023

Look what's just arrived at our centre.

Introducing our exclusive Children's Bucket Hats featuring our fabulous embroidered Whale Logo!

These hats are available in Lime, sunny yellow, and pink, and are sure to become a favourite with the little ones. The adjustable toggle ensures that the hat stays on their heads while playing.

These beautiful hats are just $25 and available instore at our centre located at 227 Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road, Urraween.

Why not also check out our selection of locally designed gifts and books.

13/12/2023

Looking for something unique for that hard-to-buy-for friend?

We have the perfect thing!

At just $17.00 our fabulous Maryborough Mary Poppins socks are made from soft bamboo fibre for comfort and breathability.

Available in sizes:
Womens 5-12
Mens 6-11

These socks are eclusively available from the Maryborough Visitor Information Centre in City Hall.

While you're there why not check out our array of locally designed and made gifts.

03/11/2023

Are you planning to visit K'gari during the Christmas/New Year period?

Our centre is able to assist you with ferry and Queensland National Parks bookings. Our one-stop shop service can provide maps, tide charts, information and full booking services.

Why not pop into our centre (open 8.30am - 4.30, Mon-Fri and 8.30-12.30 Sat/Sun) and chat to our friendly team on how we can assist with your planning.

05/10/2023

Food & Groove returns for the Summer Season 😁

🍔🌮🍩 Food n Groove Fridays Line-Up in Hervey Bay! 🍕☕

Get ready to satisfy your taste buds with a mouthwatering array of delicious treats from these amazing vendors:

☕ Billy Beans Coffee
🍟 Binneys Tornado Potatoes
🍔 The Bundy Burger Company
🍩 Darryls Donuts
🥞 Delightful Dutch Pancakes
🔥 Frasercoast Woodfired Ovens
🌭 German Sausage Wagon
😋 JAZ Authentic South African Food
🍛 Krua Thai Down Under
🌮 Lets Taco Bout It
🍻 Maltdb.
🍦 Mr. Whippy Fraser Coast
🍗 Nimo's Schnitzels
🍹 Outback Spirit Iced Tea, Juice & Bubble Tea
🍕 StrEat by Dan, Steph + Emmy
🍭 Sweet Floz Churros
🍔 Tasty Street Food
🚚 Truck n Yum

Prepare your taste buds for a culinary adventure like no other! 😋🍴

Event Details: October 6. Seafront Oval, Hervey Bay. 4pm-9pm. FREE ENTRY

23/08/2023

Everyone is looking forward to the Maryborough Open Gardens this weekend. 🌳

Information and maps of gardens available for viewing can be found here: https://maryboroughopengardens.net/2023-maryborough-open-gardens/

Why not make a day of it and pack a picinic lunch to enjoy in Queens Park or at the Ululah Lagoons. 🦢🦜

Enjoy beautiful Maryborough 🌷🌷

18/08/2023

✨ PRE-SALE TICKETS✨
Adults: $10
5-17 Years: $5
Under 5yo: FREE
Maryborough - Return Bus Transfer $12.00

Music 🎵 | Food 🍦| Craft Beer 🍻| Artisans 🎈| Wine 🥂 | Good Vibes 🤘

Fraser Coast Flavours
Seafront Oval, Hervey Bay
Saturday 2 September 2023
11am-8pm
TICKETS: https://frasercoastflavours.com.au/

18/08/2023

✨ PRE-SALE TICKETS✨
Adults: $10
5-17 Years: $5
Under 5yo: FREE
Maryborough - Return Bus Transfer $12.00

Main Stage: Steele Syndicate 3.30pm

The Steele Syndicate’s live, raw energy has made them a festival favourite. The Meanjin/Brisbane-based, funk-rock octet is raucous and punchy and guaranteed to get you up and moving. The band packs a roaring four-piece horn section and a rhythm section to match.

The band are regulars on the festival scene, last year playing Woodford Folk Festival, Caloundra Music Festival, Mitchell Creek Festival, Tablelands Folk Festival and headlining Summer Sounds in Melbourne.

Music 🎵 | Food 🍦| Craft Beer 🍻| Artisans 🎈| Wine 🥂 | Good Vibes 🤘

Fraser Coast Flavours
Seafront Oval, Hervey Bay
Saturday 2 September 2023
11am-8pm
Tickets: frasercoastflavours.com.au

18/08/2023

08/08/2023

Showcasing the breathtaking gardens of Maryborough - the Open Gardens weekend is set to enthral and inspire the green thumb in us all.

Open over 2 days you can learn from the passionate garden owners as they answer your questions and offer gentle advice how they have developed their own gardens and how you too can create a virtual garden of Eden in your own space....be it a small patch or sprawling acreage lot.

City Gardens - open Saturday 26th August and Country Gardens - Sunday 27th August.

Your guide is available at https://maryboroughopengardens.net/

02/07/2023

Come down to Queens Park today to join the festivities of the Mary Poppins Festival ☂️

01/07/2023

Lots of bubbly fun at the Mary Poppins festival

01/07/2023

Everything is possible on this most fabulous of days....welcome to Mary Poppins festival day 💙❤️ Our team is ready to welcome everyone to enjoy the festivities, sing a long to our favourite songs and join in on the planned activities. Why not grab a beautiful souvenir of your day from our Visitor Information Stall.

30/06/2023

Looking for a Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious way to spend Sunday?

The Mary Poppins festival will be running between 9am to 4pm in our beautiful Queens Park and surrounding streets in the heritage precinct. All the favourites will return including Nanny Races, Chimney Sweeps and free entertainment in the park. Or why not purchase a kite and learn the art of Kite flying or decorate your very own Mary Poppins parasol? Or perhaps join the Mary Poppins scavenger hunt.

A Pop-up Visitor Information Centre will be located close by the Excelsior Band Hall will all of your fabulous Mary Poppins gifts and souvenirs. Popin and say hello to our team and join in the merriment of the Grand Parade.

Click the link below to find all the details and times: https://www.marypoppinsfestival.com.au/

03/06/2023

Don't forget to grab your 10th Anniversary stubby coolers from our Mobile Visitor Information Centre stall.

03/06/2023

Perfect day enjoying the Relish Food and Wine Festival in the gorgeous Portside Precinct.

Great music....great company....great fun!

Say hi to our team as you grab your souvenirs.

31/05/2023

Get ready for the 10th Annual Relish food and wine festival happening this weekend on June 3rd at Maryborough Portside Heritage Precinct. The anticipation is high!

Exciting news! Our Mobile Visitor Information Centre is coming to town! You can find us in the cul-de-sac near the courthouse. Get ready to grab some awesome Relish merchandise, like wine glasses, souvenir stubby coolers, tote bags, and aprons. Don't miss out on these must-have items!

Pop in and say hi to our cheery team, grab your souvenir items and check out our locally produced gifts and books.

Check out this link to grab your last-minute session tickets and program: https://relishfrasercoast.com.au/

See you there 😄

17/05/2023

Here is your last chance to grab a booking for the 2023 Relish Experience Package.

Embrace the excitement that is Relish Food & Wine Festival on a weekend escape.

The Fraser Coast offers the best of both worlds – where the Heritage of Maryborough entwines with the natural coastal playground of Hervey Bay. You can enjoy it all whilst savouring the regional flavours at the Relish Food & Wine Festival located in the Portside precinct and leafy surrounds of Queens Park in Maryborough

Your package includes:

Accommodation Ramada Resort Hervey Bay – your choice of 2 night or 3-night stay starting Friday June 2nd.
Daily buffet breakfast
Door to door return transfer from Hervey Bay to the festival.
2 Adult Admission to Relish Food & Wine Festival
2 Adult Admission to Hidden Seas Cruise – with your choice of departure time.

2 Night Stay Package - Twin Share - $382.50 per person

3 Night Stay Package - Twin Share - $522.50 per person


Contact Fraser Coast Visitor Services on 1800 811 723 for more details.

Online bookings available at: https://relishfrasercoast.com.au/sessions/

Limited Availability – Bookings Close midnight 21 May 2023

03/05/2023

The popular Antique and Handcraft Fair returns to the Hervey Bay Historical Village this weekend.

Pop in and say hi to our team at the Mobile Visitor Information Centre located onsite and browse the extensive number of interesting stalls, grab a cuppa and relax under the shady trees.

For further information please contact the Historical Village staff.
https://herveybaymuseum.com.au/

Enjoy your day in beautiful Hervey Bay 😄

28/04/2023

Due to the Labour Day public holiday our centre will be open 8.30am - 12.30pm on Monday, May 1st.

27/04/2023

Who's excited for the Relish food & wine festival!!

In it's 10th year, the 2023 Anniversary Festival is building momentum to be the biggest one yet. Don't forget to pre-purchase your entry and event tickets to save your space in the beautiful surrounds of Queens Park.

If you have out-of-region friends attending why not suggest 'Relish the Experience' package with accommodation and transfers included.

Links below for ticketing and sessions listing:

Tickets: https://relishfrasercoast.com.au/
Sessions information: https://relishfrasercoast.com.au/sessions/

We will be in attendance at our Mobile Visitor Information Centre with souvenirs and merchandise.

Look forward to seeing everyone there 😃

03/04/2023

Wishing everyone a wonderful time exploring the Fraser Coast during the Easter holidays.

Please note our opening hours during the long weekend:
7th April - GOOD FRIDAY - Closed
8th April - EASTER SATURDAY - 8.30am - 12.30pm
9th April - EASTER SUNDAY - 8.30am - 12.30pm
10th April - EASTER MONDAY - 8.30am - 12.30pm
11th April - Return to normal trading hours

Don't forget to take a drive to the Maryborough Showgrounds this Sunday for the Conrodders Hot Rod & Custom Show & Shine. Details on link below:

https://maryboroughpark.ourfrasercoast.com.au/events/event/749/conrodders-hot-rod-custom-show-shine-show-easter-sunday-2023-