Bundaberg is a progressive cosmopolitan city as part of a vibrant diverse region just four hours north of Brisbane. Situated at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, and enjoying the world’s most superb climate, Bundaberg is a provincial hub renowned for the friendliness of its residents, its limitless economic opportunities and a genuinely affordable cost of living.
The Bundaberg region is located in the heart of a rich sugar and horticultural belt supported by a growing manufacturing sector. In fact, Bundaberg produces one fifth of Queensland's sugar crop and the city is surrounded by a green sea of rich sugar cane and many farms growing Australia’s finest small crops. The city plays a significant role in global manufacture and industry, being home of ‘the famous Aussie Spirit’, Bundaberg Rum, leading drinks manufacturer Bundaberg Brewed Drinks, diversified agricultural corporation Bundaberg Sugar, and many others of international recognition. Bundaberg Rum offers regular daily tours of their world-class distillery, as does Bundaberg Brewed Drinks through the Big Barrel, their interpretive visitor centre.
Visitors are well catered for in this dynamic, modern riverside city with a wide choice of accommodation and shopping, restaurants and eateries and a host of exciting visitor attractions. Historic buildings and modern architecture blend seamlessly with a bustling central business district full of parks and gardens to make Bundaberg an attractive provincial capital with a touch of country charm. The “Whaling Wall" mural, painted by world-renowned environmental artist Wyland, is a dominant 7-storey landmark in the city centre and provides a year-round reminder of our nearby marine visitors.
Residents of and visitors to the Bundaberg region enjoy easy access to a wide variety of services and vital infrastructure. These include three major hospitals, public schools and private colleges, and major campuses of CQUniversity and Institute of Technical and Further Education (TAFE). The city, serving a population of 100,000 people, is a vital regional business hub for Queensland, boasting excellent shopping, sporting, cultural and tourism facilities and has become a popular venue for the staging of conferences and major events. The city has an active business and professional community, who share expertise and insight into building a strong and sustainable regional economy.
Despite its amazing population growth and carefully managed suburban sprawl in all directions, the city retains a natural appeal and relaxed lifestyle that appeals to its residents and visitors. Just a few minutes stroll from the city centre you can enjoy the peace and tranquility of Alexandra Park, and experience the first of several stages of breathtaking riverside development in the Bundaberg Regional Council’s ambitious Riverside Parklands project.
A short distance away, in North Bundaberg, the Botanic Gardens feature winding lake side boardwalks and natural boulevards, taking you through a variety of natural experiences and beautiful landscapes. These parklands proudly showcase Bundaberg’s amazing history, including the reconstructed original home of the city’s famous aviation pioneer, Bert Hinkler. You can even board a restored coal-fired steam train for a different view of the gardens, or take in the sights and experiences of the Bundaberg Historical Museum, the Fairymead House Sugar Museum or the nearby Bundaberg Railway Museum.
While Bundaberg residents are proud of their past, they are just as excited about the future, including the Bundaberg Regional Council’s major new national tourist attraction and aviation aviation adventure experience, the Hinkler Hall of Aviation, a new regional airport and aerospace precinct and countless other developments.
If you enjoy an outdoors lifestyle, or revel in sport, you’ll love the opportunity to enjoy golf, fishing, swimming, cycling and walking, or indulge in a creative cultural experience at the Bundaberg Arts Centre, or the region’s modern library.
Enjoy beachcombing and dolphin spotting from the pristine shores of Bargara and the Coral Coast, just a short 15 minute drive from the city centre. You can also experience our own natural wonders at the Mon Repos Turtle Rookery, celebrating and preserving Australia’s most significant mainland turtle-nesting beach.
Experience the majesty and uniqueness of the Great Barrier Reef in its finest form at our two coral cays of Lady Musgrave and Lady Elliot, or the Fitzroy Reef Lagoon and the magnificent fringing reefs of the Woongarra Marine Park right on the shoreline of the Coral Coast.
The waters of the Coral Coast are a proven snorkeling, fishing and diving paradise, and the local coastal villages ensure a great touring route to fully discover the Bundaberg region, from shining sea and beautiful reef, to mountain views and rural hinterland. We enjoy close access to a number of seaside villages, stretching from Buxton and Woodgate Beach in the south, through to Coral Cove, Innes Park, Elliott Heads, Bargara, Burnett Heads and Moore Park. Stroll along sandy stretches of beach, enjoy safe swimming year round, or discover the peace and tranquility of our beautiful seaside destinations.
While Bundaberg is the commercial and business capital of the region, there are a range of different experiences and opportunities awaiting you within a short distance. At the region’s southern gateway is the town of Childers, featuring the peaceful vibrancy of a busy provincial centre overlooking rolling hills of sugar, small crops and small industry.
The northern highway town of Gin Gin tells a fascinating historic tale with a genuine bush spirit, including the chance for freshwater fishing and weekend country escapes. Enjoy a relaxing drive through country towns, or take in the spectacular natural landscape that forms the Bundaberg region.
Abundant potential exists for a new wave of investment opportunities, given our close proximity to South East Queensland, and the excellent water, transport and other infrastructure in place.
Bundaberg welcomes you as a tourist, or as a resident to raise a family or retire, and if you wish to make a business investment, then vast opportunities await you.
