Weekend Weather

The weather in Mission Beach last weekend was just sooo nice. Not a cloud in sight and the water looked as flat as it could possibly be. If only I had a boat to enjoy the reef and tropical islands. Hopefully this weekend will be just as good.

Mission Beach Cafes

Mission Beach certainly is looking up with the addition of yet another two absolutely fantastic cafes in the last year. The 'Mint' cafe at Wongaling Beach and 'Just Saskias' at South Mission Beach. I have dined at both and was suitably impressed. The food is super fresh and the service is Mission Beach friendly!! So if you feel like a lazy start to a Saturday morning with the paper you know where to head!

Cruising to the Islands

What fabulous fun my friends had on the weekend, they took their boat out for a cruise from Mission Beach to Brooke Island, Hinchinbrook Island and Dunk Island. They even stopped for some fantastic snorkelling in a protected area near Brooke Island. I so wish I was out with them and not working yesterday because is was such a glorious day.

Flying out

If your leaving Mission Beach and have a flight from Cairns you must remember to co-ordinate your flight with the bus transport, otherwise you end up like the young lady in here today struggling to match them up. You have to add in the time to travel to Cairns, travel to the airport and then allow for your check in time.......not always a good idea to leave it to the day before. Come in to the Mission Beach Information Station and we will help you to sort it!

I love having friends to visit

I really really love having friends come and visit me here in Mission Beach, unfortunately they were only here for a very short time. We did go out and have a lovely dinner at Nana Thai and enjoyed a leisurely breakfast in the sun at home. Next time I hope they can stay longer because there is so much I wanted to show them.

Anzac Day

This morning I woke up bright and early at 4am to attend the dawn service parade in Tully on behalf of both of my grandfathers. It was a nice surprise to see so many Mission Beach locals also attending to pay their respects. This was my first dawn service and definitely won't be my last. =)

Onna Mission

If you are looking for quality beachfront accommodation at an affordable price, then you had better get Onna Mission. Whether you are looking for a quiet getaway, a long weekend or a fun filled family or friends holiday, this is the place for you. Just 30 paces to the beautiful shores of Wongaling Beach, and almost in the shadow of Dunk Island, Onna Mission is nestled in the best beachfront position, yet central to all the tourism, shopping and dining amenities Mission Beach has to offer.

Onna Mission

If you are looking for quality beachfront accommodation at an affordable price, then you had better get Onna Mission. Whether you are looking for a quiet getaway, a long weekend or a fun filled family or friends holiday, this is the place for you. Just 30 paces to the beautiful shores of Wongaling Beach, and almost in the shadow of Dunk Island, Onna Mission is nestled in the best beachfront position, yet central to all the tourism, shopping and dining amenities Mission Beach has to offer.

Another good reason to love Mission Beach

Today I was lucky enough to witness another good reason for living in Mission Beach. I was sitting down at the beach at Bingil Bay eating my lunch when I saw a mantaray swimming in front of us. It was having a great time swimming backwards and forwards. It was a fabulous treat for my friend and I, and of course we had to make the comment that this is why we do not live in the city.

Ocean Safari

Great Barrier Reef Half Day Eco Tour.
Join us for an exhilarating ride to snorkel the pristine untouched reefs off the Daintree Coast at Cape Tribulation. Visit two dofferent snorkel destinations .

A1 Car Rentals

A1 Car Rental Cairns offers the best prices in town! You can find us near the Airport and right in the center of Cairns. Our rental cars are new and well maintained, making sure your drive will be as enjoyable and pleasant as the Queensland's Far North Tropics itself!

Compass Cruises

Great package deal with one of Cairns most popular tour operators. Your package includes an all day reef cruise with Compass Cruises, plus one nights dorm bed accommodation in a centrally located Cairns Hostel.

Accommodation in Mission Beach

If your visiting Mission Beach and need help finding accommodation then we are the people to do it. The best thing is that we can find something to suit all budgets and tastes, from Backpackers, campsite or cabin in a Caravan Park, Bed & Breakfast, Motel, Resort or Self-contained houses or apartments. Just let us know what you want and we here at the Mission Beach Information Station will find it for you.

Early morning walk

I live in South Mission Beach and I must say I was really impressed with the number of early morning walkers that you see out and about. I headed off about 7.15am this morning and I certainly wasn't alone. I can't wait for the high tide time to change though so I can get back out onto the beach, its fabulous checking out the view of Dunk Island as you get your morning exercise.

Its cooling down in Mission Beach

I just love this time of year in Mission Beach, where it is just starting to cool down. The nights are perfect for sleeping now, and of course the days, well today anyway, are bright and sunny. So come and visit, you can take a walk through the rainforest, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, skydive, or raft the Tully River to name a few of the wonderful adventures in Mission Beach.

Sofitel Reef Casino

Welcome to The Reef Hotel Casino; a world of fun, food and entertainment.
The complex boasts one of Australia's finest boutique casinos, a multitude of dining experiences and bars, extensive conference and banqueting facilities, elite entertainment in Vertigo or the Casino Sportz Arena and the luxurious five star Sofitel Hotel with 128 beautifully appointed rooms.

Nestled alongside Trinity Inlet, the five star Sofitel Reef Casino Cairns is tropical North Queensland's most prestigious hotel.

The cool and stylish lobby provides a glimpse of the simple elegance of the hotel, which is also reflected in the 128 luxuriously appointed rooms. The rooms and suites are unmistakably Tropical North Queensland style with plantation shutters and light timbers.

Entertainment in Mission Beach

If your looking for something to do in Mission Beach then check out the Mission Beach Information Station's Entertainment Guide. You can see what bands are playing and where, if there is a DJ on, even fun community events like Trivia Night and Bingo. Updated regularly.

Tropic Sunrise Holiday Units

CAIRNS: Welcome to paradise - Tropic Sunrise Holiday Units is a small family owned and operated apartment resort which comprises 20 fully self-contained One and Two Bedroom units and motel style Studio apartments. Our garden makes you feel you're in a Tropical North Queensland Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef is at your back door! We are a small 3 star rated budget property that takes pride in providing comfortable, affordable accommodation close to the Cairns city centre.

Its good to be back

I've been away in Papua New Guinea for 10 days and I can tell you that even though I had a fabulous trip it really is great to be home in Mission Beach. I always find that being away really does remind you just how good it is to live here, with the beach and rainforest for us to explore and enjoy.

Hinchinbrook Alternative

If the winds are a blowin' and its too rough to go out to the reef off Mission Beach, a great alternative is to spend a day or more discovering Hinchinbrook Island ! Wednesdays, Friday and Sundays are the days when the boat operates to Brooke Islands. Its rarely called off due to rough conditions because its so protected from the southerly winds.

Big Fat Jack is back..........

Mission Beach welcomes back its favourite duo....Big Fat Jack. Karen and Stu have been away from Mission Beach for a while but are back in action from tonight. Playing at Scotty's Bar & Grill. I just can't wait to hear that saxophone/ guitar/ bongo combo. Welcome back guys!!

Club Crocodile Airlie Beach

Club Crocodile Airlie Beach is a 160 room, multi-award winning tropical resort situated in the Whitsundays. Your holiday will combine the variety and excitement of mainland Airlie Beach with the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and the spectacular Whitsunday Islands.

Magnetic Island Resort

Open breezy living areas and spacious veranda's capture the essence of island living. The resort has 80 resort rooms and 16 family suites.

Townsville Transit Centre Backpackers

Enjoy the entertainment area with BBQ as well as relax in the spa overlooking the marina. Meet your fellow travellers over a drink in the Backpackers Bar or watch the world news on the huge screen cable TV. First class facilities and location at a budget price.

So it's Saturday Morning in Mission Beach, and the weather is PERFECT! Was on my way to work and driving down Banfield Parade I decided to pull over and just stand on the beach. Today would to be perfect to be out on one of the dive boats and all of a sudden the phone rings, it's my boss letting me know that he won't be in tonight because he is out sailing! How jealous am I????

Perfect weather

The weather here in Mission Beach has been fantastic !!! Yesterday i spent all day lazying around the beach reading a good book. Hopefully i'll be out in the boat cruising around the islands tomorrow.

Magical Mission

Its another magical day in Mission Beach. I was travelling along the Mission Beach/Tully road today and there in an old banana paddock was a father Cassowary and 3 of his little chicks!!! Its was such an amazing sight. Mum of cause would have buggered off to let dad take care of the babies ....as female Cassowaries do. Oh dear...they really do have the life!!!

Gateway to Fraser Comfort Inn

Here at Fraser Gateway we pride ourselves on being the 'friendly motel'. Feel welcomed in reception and treated like part of the family as we help you with all of your holiday needs. Whether it's good times, relaxation or adventure you're after, Hervey Bay has it all!

Mission Possible

With the weather the way it is at the moment anything is possible in Mission Beach!!! I saw two lots of Cassowaries yesterday out enjoying the sun. On the Mission Beach/ Tully road was a father Cassowaries with 3 young chicks on tow. Of course it is the father of the species who looks after the young. Oh to be a female Cassowary living in Mission Beach. How perfect!!

School Holidays at Last !!

After a very busy first term at school, holidays have finally arrived . . YAY !! I'm loving being able to spend time chilling out on the beach here at beautiful Mission Beach.

Moving on

It is a weird sensation to own, love & then sell a business........ I have had the best times at the Mission Beach Information Station.....but eventually there comes a time when you are riding the crest of the wave and realise the ride is almost over and the time has come to try something new. I am thrilled that the new owner, Carolyn has come along with such skill and enthusiasm. Carolyn is going to be a fantastic for the Mission Beach Information Station, she is committed to quality service and is a hard worker. On behalf of the old owners, Steve and Kerrie, I leave this best wishes blog to Carolyn, her new trainee Tamara and to the team - Kallina and Leanne who worked so wonderfully alongside Steve and I. Here's Cheers to the Future! And I am not crying!!!!!

Going on a holdiay

Its always hard to leave Mission Beach because it is such a great place to live and visit, but this time I think I can do it as I'm really excited about visiting my friend in Papua New Guinea. I will be missing out on meeting the number of visitors who come to Mission Beach during the school holidays, I hope they have as good a time here as I know I will in PNG!

Saving those memories

When your on holidays you take so many photos, particularly now with the digital cameras, you can just go crazy. When your visiting Mission Beach you can come into the Information Station and save those memories to CD or DVD so you do not lose them, you can even print them if you would like to send some photos home to family and friends.

I'm Gonna Miss My Brother!!!

I was fortunate enough to grow up in Mission Beach with my 3 Younger Brothers, who now at 18, 14 and 12 are all taller than me and can pick me up and throw me around like I was a football. Now the time has come for Matty,18, to leave the nest with his lovely girlfriend. And I have just realized how much I am going to miss the little rat bag! Party Time Saturday Night!! WOOO

The sun is shining in beautiful Mission Beach for the first time in weeks. The local dive company Calypso Dive says that today will be ideal conditions for diving. So come on out to the reef for a day you will never forget on The Great Barrier Reef. Mission Beach being the closest town on the Queensland coast to the reef makes it the ideal place to launch from. Happy sailing!!