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Brisbane, Australia
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 Australia
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 ~
How to get there
Brisbane's International Airport is a busy international arrival and departure point with frequent flights to Europe, Asia, the Pacific islands, North America, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.
The main bus terminal is the Transit Centre on Roma St.
All the main bus companies arrive and leave from here. Buses run to Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Cairns, as well as towns up and down the coast.
Trains also arrive at the Transit Centre. There are direct trains to Sydney, but if you want to go any further south or west, you'll have to go via Sydney.
Basic contact information for airports to get in Brisbane:
AUSTRALIA
Country Code: + 61 ~
IDD Access Code: 11 ~
Time Zone: GMT + 8/10 ~
Business Language: English
BRISBANE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (BNE)
Brisbane Airport, Australia, PO Box 61, Hamilton Central QLD 4007
Tel.: + 61 (7) 3406 5704
Fax: + 61 (7) 3406 3111
E-mail: info@bne.com.au or cameron.macphee@bne.com.au
Internet: www.brisbaneairport.com.au
Weather
The seasons are the opposite of those in the Northern Hemisphere.
When it's summer in the north, it's winter south of the equator (Australian winters are fairly mild, but a bit rainy).
There are two climatic zones: the tropical zone (in the north above the Tropic of Capricorn) and the temperate zone.
The tropical zone (consisting of 40 per cent of Australia) has two seasons, summer (‘wet’) and winter (‘dry’) while the temperate zone has all four seasons.
The best months for a visit are October and April, though September-May is all right in most parts of the country.
December and January are the hottest months, July and August the coldest (Melbourne and Sydney, in particular, can be rather cold and drizzly then).
The Great Barrier Reef is best visited September-December, but it can also be seen May-August (it's a bit cooler then; cyclones can disrupt sightseeing plans January-April).
Marinas
EAST COAST MARINA
570 Royal Esplanade
Manly Boat Harbour
Brisbane, Queensland
Australia
PO BOX 5043
Manly Qld 4179
Tel.: + 61 617 3393 3811
Fax: + 61 617 3393 4252
E-mail: boatsell@powerup.com.au
Internet:www.eastcoastmarina.com.au
RIVERGATE MARINA AND SHIPYARD
Unit 23 Refit Complex
17 Rivergate Place
Murarrie
Queensland 4172
P.O Box 290
Bulimba,
Queensland 4171
T +61 (0)7 3907 1600
F +61 (0)7 3907 1666
E-mail: info@rivergate.com.au
BRISBANE MARINE INDUSTRY PARK
44 Barku Court
Hemmant QLD 4174
PO Box 7013
Hemmant QLD 4174
Tel: 61 (7) 3348 6400
Fax: 61 (7) 3848 6500
Email: info@brisbanemarine.com.au
Additional Information
INBOUND CHECKLIST:
DYT Contact:
Jason Roberts
Aurora Global Logistics
Unit 3, Wyuna Court
Hemmant, Queensland
Australia
Tel: +61 (7) 3295 0100
Fax: +61 (7) 3295 0111
jason@auroralogistics.com
Meeting Point:
Fisherman's Island
Grain Terminal, berth will be advised.
www.ourbrisbane.com
Customs Agent:
DYT Contact:
Jason Roberts
Aurora Global Logistics
Unit 3, Wyuna Court
Hemmant, Queensland
Australia
Tel: +61 (7) 3295 0100
Fax: +61 (7) 3295 0111
jason@auroralogistics.com
IMPORTANT:
Make sure you contact our customs agent for proper protocol on customs guidelines, required paperwork and port access. Please be advised that independent customs fees may apply.
ATTENTION RIDERS:
US Ports - Final destination or in transit: Non-US or non-Canadian riders must have a US Visa BI-II. NO OTHER VISAS ARE ACCEPTED.
OUTBOUND CHECKLIST:
DYT Contact:
Jason Roberts
Aurora Global Logistics
Unit 3, Wyuna Court
Hemmant, Queensland
Australia
Tel: +61 (7) 3295 0100
Fax: +61 (7) 3295 0111
jason@auroralogistics.com
Meeting Point:
Fisherman's Island , berth will be advised.
www.ourbrisbane.com
Customs Agent:
DYT Contact:
Jason Roberts
Aurora Global Logistics
Unit 3, Wyuna Court
Hemmant, Queensland
Australia
Tel: +61 (7) 3295 0100
Fax: +61 (7) 3295 0111
jason@auroralogistics.com
IMPORTANT:
Make sure you contact our customs agent for proper protocol on customs guidelines, required paperwork and port access. Please be advised that independent customs fees may apply.
Loading Onboard DYT Carrier:
Notify our Loading Master upon your arrival on Channel 17 and wait for instructions.
Once loaded, check in with DYT Rep and bring:
- Original yacht registry
- Keys of the yacht clearly marked
- If approved, bring riders with prospective passports
ATTENTION RIDERS:
US Ports - Final destination or in transit: Non-US or non-Canadian riders must have a US Visa BI-II. NO OTHER VISAS ARE ACCEPTED.
Call us: + 1 954 525 8707 | + 1 888 SHIP DYT (toll free)
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