Hotels in Torbanlea, Queensland
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Information on Torbanlea, QLD
Torbanlea is a rural town and locality in the Fraser Coast Region, Queensland, Australia). Located 25 km north-west of Maryborough on the Bruce Highway, this quaint country town was one of Queensland's first coal mining settlements and is famous for its annual picnic races held every October.
Strategically positioned midway between Maryborough and Childers, Torbanlea serves as a crossroads to the region's top tourist attractions, offering visitors a glimpse into Queensland's mining heritage and rural charm.
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Torbanlea is strategically placed on the Bruce Highway midway between Maryborough and Childers, providing easy access to major regional attractions. Hervey Bay, the prime whale-watching centre and launching point for Fraser Island safaris, is just 37km to the east, while Burrum Heads and Burrum River National Park are just a few kilometres to the north.
The town is located a pleasant 25 minute drive from Hervey Bay, making it an ideal base for exploring the Fraser Coast region. Road transport via the Bruce Highway provides the primary means of travel to and from the town.
- Maryborough (24km)
- Cordalba (43km)
- Tiaro (43km)
- Gundiah (55km)