Queensland
Queensland offers a warm, relaxing, fun, vibrant, energetic holiday experience, where you have the freedom to do as much or as little as you like.
Queensland occupies approximately 25% of the continent of Australia, so there’s lots of space for you to explore. If you look for a tropical climate, superb beaches, friendly people, and a relaxed and casual atmosphere, in your holiday, then head to Queensland. |
Quick Facts| Category | Details | | Population | Queensland currently has a population of approximately 4,001,023 | | Climate | Queensland enjoys a pleasant climate year round with a warm summer from December to February and mild winter in July and August, with some variation across the State.
The southern and central coastal areas have a comfortable subtropical climate. A little further inland the southeast experiences a temperate climate with four distinct seasons.
The tropical north has a distinct wet season, when you may experience some cyclone activity and a milder dry season through the winter months. It is important to note that some roads in north Queensland are impassable during the wet season. Outback western Queensland is drier than the rest of the State, and winter nights can be quite cold. | | Cultural Mix | Queensland is a dynamic and diverse society with a great variety of cultures, languages and religions. It recognises the unique status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the original owners and custodians of Australian lands and waters, and the rich cultural mix of society gained through immigration. | | Transport | Queensland is a vast state full of amazing sights. If you're here on a short trip, you may prefer to travel by air. Australia’s domestic airlines provide extensive coverage allowing you to hop quickly between cities and sights. Or if you prefer a more leisurely pace, travel by rail or road. Queensland has a vast network of well-maintained roads and highways with some of the most beautiful road touring in the world. Vehicle hire is simple. And all cities are linked by a rail network. | | Travel Tips | - Road rules play a key part in a safe drive holiday in Queensland.
- Queensland is a large state, approximately seven times the size of Victoria or the United Kingdom. Driving distances are great. Beware of driver fatigue. When planning a long drive get a good nights sleep before the trip, share the driving with your companions and stop for a rest at least every two hours.
- Ensure your vehicle is in good working order and has been serviced recently.
- In country areas road conditions can vary from bitumen surfaces to gravel and dirt. Be careful of potholes, soft road edges, narrow bridges and dusty roads. Be careful of crossing over a road covered in water - cross slowly only if the road surface is firm, and stay in the middle of the road.
- Always seek local advice about road conditions. Contact the Royal Automobile Club of Queensland (RACQ), local police or the park ranger.
- In an Emergency, phone 000 for police, fire or ambulance.
- Travel with other vehicles to remote places and let someone know your travel plans.
- Carry a current road map.
- Do not hitchhike or pick up hitchhikers. Be aware of road hazards including road trains and animals on the road. Allow plenty of room before you overtake road trains (very large trucks with a series of trailers that can be a total length of up to 10 cars!) and be prepared for them to sway a little as you overtake. Also be prepared for the 'windrush' when passing as it can pull you towards the road train.
- Animals, Australian wildlife and livestock often graze on the roadside and can stray onto the road. Be very careful when driving at sunrise, sunset and at night, when animals are most active. If an animal crosses in front of you brake gently - do not swerve wildly to avoid it.
- In the Outback use a four-wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads in remote areas and carry appropriate communications equipment. Outside of towns mobile phones will not work in the Outback. See more information in our Outback travel section.
- For more details on safety, view the National Visitor Safety Program.
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