Point Vernon 

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South Sea Islanders settled the area that is now known as Point Vernon. They were known as Kanakas and were 'blackbirded' (captured and sent to Queensland to work the sugar cane plantations). Polsen Cemetery and a monument are present reminders of the tragic role they played in Queensland history. Today there are more pleasant reminders, such as the turtle hatchery, fishing at Gatakers Bay (also home of a delightful restaurant set right on the coast, in a plant nursery).

Just off the shoreline is a coral reef, popular with those who fancy a spot of snorkelling. An osprey family offers thanks to the local council for the construction of a tower for nestings.

It is here where the 13 kilometre walking/cycling/wheelchair waterfront track starts, ending up at the southern beach community of Urangan.

Hervey Bay City Council constructed the walkway and also made the conversion of the former railway line into The Links Corridor possible. This is slightly inland, and is a sealed walking/wheelchair/cycling track, part of a 10 year plan. This is an ideal spot for a picnic, one of many in the seaside city, with free barbeques at selected spots along the coastal walkway.

Things to do

• Whale watching
• Swimming
• Diving
• Snorkelling
• Camping
• Historic buildings
• Shopping
• Dining
• Coastal walks

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