Hervey Bay

Experience what to do in Hervey Bay with our selection of great experiences! Hervey Bay is best known as the Whale Watch Capital and is the gateway to World Heritage listed Fraser Island. Whale Watching season begins each year from late July up until early November. These magnificent creatures start to flock to this region from late July to early November.

Visitors to Hervey Bay can also enjoy a range of attractions including water sports, tours of adjacent world heritage Fraser Island, fishing trips, coral viewing trips, diving, scenic flights, whale watching (August to October), or just relaxing, Hervey Bay is ideally situated to provide these services. Hervey Bay has plenty to offer for just about everyone, on the water and on the land - so, Experience Oz TODAY!

In addition, if you're looking for information on what to do in Queensland as a whole, be sure to check out our state page!

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Useful Information for Hervey Bay

Useful Information for visiting Hervey Bay

Useful Hervey Bay Information
Here is some information that should help your Hervey Bay holiday run smoothly.

Phone Numbers

  • Emergency (Police, Fire & Ambulance): 000
  • International dialing code: +61

Weather

Hervey Bay is popular for it sunny tropical feel and its weather is one of its biggest attractions.

  • Spring (September to November): 13-27c
  • Summer (December to February): 20-30c
  • Autumn (March to May): 14-28c
  • Winter (June to August): 10-23c

Surf and Sun Safety

Australia has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world so it can be tempting to throw caution to the wind. Always play it safe by swimming between the red and yellow flags in beaches that are patrolled by lifeguards. Protect your skin from sun damage by following the simple Slip, Slop and Slap rule- Slip on a shirt, Slop on some sunscreen and Slap on a hat.

Money

ATMs can be found throughout the city. The most commonly accepted credit cards are American Express, MasterCard, Diners Club and Visa. While most of the big restaurants and shopping centre’s will accept credit card, the smaller places may only accept cash.

Banks can also be found to change currency and for a variety of other money related matters.

  • Bank of Queensland
    Address: 1 Central Avenue, Hervey Bay
    Ph: (07) 4125 9620
  • NAB
    Address: 139 Boat Harbour Dr, Urraween
    Ph: 13 22 65
  • Bendigo Bank
    9/55 Main Street, Hervey Bay
    Ph:(07) 4124 6201
  • Westpac Bank
    5/139 Boat Harbour Dr, Urraween
    Ph:13 20 32

GST

A 10% Goods and Services Tax is added to most items that you purchase and is included in the display price. Visitors to Australia may be issued a refund at the airport for the GST of goods over $300 purchased within 30 days of leaving Australia.
For more details, consult the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service. Ph: 1 300 363 263

Tipping

Tipping is not expected in Australia. However, if you experience really good service and want to show your appreciation, 10% of the bill is an acceptable amount for a tip.

Time Zone

The Standard time zone on the Sunshine Coast is GMT + 10 hours

Bars

The minimum age for the purchase and consumption of alcohol is 18. Minors will not be permitted to enter a bar if not accompanied by an adult.

Smoking

Smoking is prohibited at indoor public places and cigarettes will not be sold to minors.

Medical Services

  • Hervey Bay Hospital
    Address: Urraween Road, Pialba
    Ph:(07) 4325 6666

  • Hervey Bay Surgical Centre
    Address: Cnr O'Rourke St & Boat Harbour Drv, Hervey Bay
    Ph: (07) 4194 4000

  • Terry White Chemists
    Address: 6 Central Avenue, Hervey Bay
    Ph: (07) 4124 3337

Visitor Information

Hervey Bay Visitor Information Centre
(Opening Hours: 9am - 5pm)
Address: 227 Maryborough/Hervey Bay Rd, Hervey Bay
Ph: 1800 811 728

Hervey Bay Information