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    K'gari - Wikipedia

    K'gari , also known by its former name Fraser Island, is a World Heritage-listed sand island along the south-eastern coast in the Wide Bay–Burnett region of Queensland, Australia. The island lies approximately 250 km (160 mi) north of the state capital, Brisbane, and is within the Fraser Coast Region local council area. … See more

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    The lands that include the current day island have been inhabited from between 5,000 to 50,000 years by the Butchulla people. Originally … See more

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    Logging on the island began in 1863, initiated by American Jack Piggott (known as "Yankee Jack"). … See more

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    Estimates of the number of mammal species present on K'gari range from 25 to 50. Mammals include swamp wallabies, echidnas, ringtail and brushtail possums, sugar gliders, squirrel gliders, phascogales See more

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    In the 2021 census, the island had a population of 152 people. See more

    The earliest known name of the island is K'gari in the Butchulla (Badjala) language (pronounced "gurri" or "GUR-rie"), which comes from a creation story of the Butchulla. In the story, the creator being Beiral sent his messenger Yendingie to create land and sea … See more

    The island is about 123 km (76 mi) long and 22 km (14 mi) wide. It was inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 1992. The island is the largest See more

    The flora of K'gari is diverse. More than 865 species of plants grow on the island. It is the only place on earth where tall rainforest grows in sand. The island contains the largest extent of wallum heath remnants in Queensland. In Pile Valley, 1,000-year-old … See more

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  2. Guide to K’gari - Tourism Australia

    2 days ago · Go wild on the world’s largest sand island; it’s a trip you’ll never stop cherishing. An island made entirely of sand, World Heritage-listed K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) offers surprises at every turn. Within minutes of landing on …

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  4. Maps and resources | K'gari, Great Sandy National Park

    Aug 9, 2024 · K'gari, Great Sandy National Park Butchulla Country Fraser Coast Be Dingo-Safe! on K'gari The best way to protect yourself, fellow visitors and the dingoes (wongari) is by planning ahead to Be Dingo-Safe.

  5. Fraser Island Map | Fraser Island Information | QLD Travel

    Fraser Island is an Australian world heritage listed holiday paradise which is located just of the off the city of Hervey Bay on Queensland’s Fraser Coast and it will leave you in awe of its history and beauty. See below for our Hervey Bay …

  6. A guide to Fraser Island - Australian Geographic

    Jun 10, 2021 · From the air, Fraser offers a picturesque view, textured with 1200km of white sandy tracks and dotted with emerald and sapphire lakes fringed by white sand. At its centre, the island rises slightly, reaching its highest point …

  7. Fraser Island, or K'gari as it is known by the local Butchulla people, is a natural wonderland of sand, … See more
    Fraser Island, or K'gari as it is known by the local Butchulla people, is a natural wonderland of sand, forest, and water. As the world's largest sand island, it boasts over 100 freshwater lakes, some with stunning white sand beaches and crystal-clear water. You can explore the island's diverse habitats, from the ancient rainforest to the sandy dunes, and spot wildlife such as dingoes, birds, and whales. To experience the island's beauty and adventure, you'll need a 4WD vehicle and a sense of discovery. You can join a guided tour or plan your own itinerary, and stay at one of the island's resorts or campgrounds.
  8. A guide to Australia's Fraser Island - Lonely Planet

    Aug 4, 2020 · Learn how to access, drive, camp and explore the world's largest sand island, a Unesco-listed wilderness with beaches, forests and lakes. Find out what to pack, where to stay and how to stay safe around dingoes.

  9. A Guide To Fraser Island, The World's Largest Sand …

    Jan 10, 2023 · This Fraser Island guide covers everything you need know, from 4x4 tag along tours, how to visit independently, where to stay and things to do on Fraser Island.

  10. Fraser Island | World Heritage Site, Sand Dunes, …

    Fraser Island, island off the southeastern coast of Queensland, Australia, separated from the mainland and the port of Maryborough by Hervey Bay and Great Sandy Strait. About 75 miles (120 km) long and 15 miles (25 km) at its …

  11. Fraser Island Location & Map, Queensland, Australia

    Fraser Island Location & Map. Fraser Island, a paradise for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts. It’s located just off the Queensland coast near Hervey Bay which is 30 kilometers north-east of Maryborough. Imagine waking up in …

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