Brisbane 27°19'S 153°10'E

Brisbane is Australia's third-largest city, where you can enjoy nearby subtropical forests, wildlife and beaches. This destination is a desirable spot for Dockwise’s motor yacht, sport fisher and sailboat transport business.
Downtown, which is centered along bends in the Brisbane River, is a vibrant mix of modern skyscrapers and older buildings. Mt. Coottha, a scant 5 mi/8 km away, overlooks the city. Or you can visit the botanic gardens (subtropical flora).
The city has lovely downtown parks, including the South Bank Parklands (across the river from downtown) and the Brisbane Forest with 65,000 acres/28,500 hectares of natural bushland just outside the city.
Once you've explored Brisbane, head to the animal sanctuaries and parks.
At the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, a 7-mi/11-km drive (or a cruise on the Brisbane River) southwest of town, visitors can see koala bears, kangaroos and other Australian animals close up.
Or visit the Natural Trust of Queensland's Currumbin Sanctuary (11 mi/18 km south of Surfers Paradise), noted for huge flocks of brightly colored lorikeets (a type of parrot).
Another interesting animal sanctuary is Bunya Park, about an hour's drive from town. The Australian Woolshed (7 mi/12 km northwest) offers sheepshearing and sheepdog demonstrations.
Southwest of Brisbane is Lamington National Park, a large subtropical rain forest with waterfalls, birds and hiking trails.

Though Brisbane is inland, it isn't far from some good beaches. The Gold Coast, south of Brisbane, is the country's most popular and most developed resort area. More than 4 million visitors a year flock to the high-rise hotels and the golden-sand beaches, creating a festival atmosphere similar to Hawaii's Waikiki Beach and Florida's Miami Beach and a fine target for our motor yacht, sport fisher and sailboat transport.
Traffic jams, casual cafes, exclusive shops and loud late-night bars abound, particularly in the area known as Surfers Paradise. North of Brisbane is the more sedate Sunshine Coast. North from Brisbane you will find the Sunshine Coast to the striking cape with the peculiar name, Noosa Heads.
Lizard fans will appreciate the large monitor lizards, called goannas, which roam freely above the surfing beach. In the nearby town, you can shop and dine on trendy Hastings Street. Brisbane lies 460 mi/740 km north of Sydney. Motor yacht, sport fisher and sailboat transport is a smart and unique way to get your water-bound vehicle to this fabled climate where exploring and adventuring can commence.

GENERAL INFORMATION QUEENSLAND

Area: 1,730,650 sq km (668,207 sq miles).
Population: 3,566,400 (official estimate 2000).
Population density: 2.1 per sq km.
Capital: Brisbane.
Population capital: 1,601,400 (official estimate 1999).
Language: The official language is English. Many other languages are retained by minorities, including Italian, German, Greek, Vietnamese, Chinese dialects and Aboriginal languages.
Religion: Twenty-six per cent Roman Catholic, 24 per cent Protestant and smaller minorities of all other major religions. Time: Australia spans three time zones:
Northeast/southeast: 1. GMT + 10 (GMT + 11 October to March, except Queensland).
Central: 2. GMT + 9.5 (GMT + 10.5 October to March, except Northern Territory).
West: 3. GMT + 8.
Some States operate daylight saving time during the Australian summer. Clocks in these States are put forward by one hour in October and put back again in March.
Electricity: 220/240 volts AC, 50Hz.
Three-pin plugs are in use, however sockets are different from those found in most countries and an adaptor socket may be needed. Outlets for 110 volts for small appliances are found in most hotels.
Currency: Australian Dollar (A$) = 100 cents.
Country Code: + 61 ~
IDD Access Code: 11 ~