My top five photos from the Fraser Coast

Living on the Fraser Coast has given my family and I a real opportunity to spend more time outdoors.

We have embraced the outdoor lifestyle that exists in the region and are lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the world.

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Living just a few minutes from the beach means we are able to explore the rockpools – looking for crabs, little fish and shells on the spur of the moment.

There are historic buildings in Maryborough, beautiful parks, beaches and piers in Hervey Bay and breathtaking views of the ocean from Point Vernon.

Below are my five favourite photos taken on the Fraser Coast since relocating to the region in November 2019.

Feel free to share your photos from the Fraser Coast with me on Instagram or Facebook by using the #frasercoastmissions and #shaunryanmedia. I’ll include them in a blog post in the next week or so.

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1. Urangan Pier

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The Urangan Pier is busy this morning. Lots of people fishing, running, walking and taking in the scenery on the iconic structure. Great to see so many locals and visitors enjoying the area 😎 . 📸 @frasercoastmissions . . . ✅ If you want us to feature your photo, use #frasercoastmissions,tag @frasercoastmissions or send a DM. ✅ Photos must be taken on the Fraser Coast – including Fraser Island. 🚫 NO PHOTOS TAKEN OFF THE INTERNET – SHARE YOUR PHOTOS. 📣 Let’s get the 🌍 talking about our slice of paradise. . . . #frasercoastmissions #frasercoast #herveybay #uranganpier #urangan #herveybaylife #tourism #travelgram #cloudporn #australia #queensland #fishing #exercise #fitness #motivation

A post shared by Fraser Coast Missions (@frasercoastmissions) on Sep 2, 2020 at 4:05pm PDT

2. Mary Ann steam train (Queen’s Park)

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Fun little morning on the Mary Ann through Queens Park in Maryborough. The train ride was well worth the $12 family ticket. Great views of the park and river and an opportunity for little kids to ride a real steam train that was very generous with its tooting. Definitely a fun family morning outside – and the perfect treat for an extra excited little train enthusiast 🚂 . 📸 @frasercoastmissions . . . ✅ If you want us to feature your photo, use #frasercoastmissions,tag @frasercoastmissions or send a DM. ✅ Photos must be taken on the Fraser Coast – including Fraser Island. 🚫 NO PHOTOS TAKEN OFF THE INTERNET – SHARE YOUR PHOTOS. 📣 Let’s get the 🌍 talking about our slice of paradise. . . . #frasercoastmissions #frasercoast #maryborough #heritagecity #steamtrain #MaryAnn #history #kidstrainride #trainride #travelgram #adventure #australia #queensland #transport #maryriver #maryannsteamtrain #wharf

A post shared by Fraser Coast Missions (@frasercoastmissions) on Aug 29, 2020 at 6:22pm PDT

3. Torquay beach bench

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Nice spot for a sit and think! #TorquayBeach #herveybay . 📸 @frasercoastmissions . . . ✅ If you want us to feature your photo, use #frasercoastmissions,tag @frasercoastmissions or send a DM. ✅ Photos must be taken on the Fraser Coast – including Fraser Island. 🚫 NO PHOTOS TAKEN OFF THE INTERNET – SHARE YOUR PHOTOS. 📣 Let’s get the 🌍 talking about our slice of paradise. . . . #frasercoastmissions #frasercoast #herveybaylife #torquay #beach #mainbeach #blueskies #bench #parkbench #australia #queensland #relaxation #meditation #observation #outdoors #freshair

A post shared by Fraser Coast Missions (@frasercoastmissions) on Aug 17, 2020 at 6:08am PDT

4. Beelbi Creek cattle farm

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A short drive from the centre of Hervey Bay or Maryborough and you’re into farmland or open forests. There are so many trees when you head out of the regional hubs – ensuring a constant supply of fresh air, relaxed vibes and scenic drives. . 📸 @frasercoastmissions . . . ✅ If you want us to feature your photo, use #frasercoastmissions,tag @frasercoastmissions or send a DM. ✅ Photos must be taken on the Fraser Coast – including Fraser Island. 🚫 NO PHOTOS TAKEN OFF THE INTERNET – SHARE YOUR PHOTOS. 📣 Let’s get the 🌍 talking about our slice of paradise. . . . #frasercoastmissions #frasercoast #beelbicreek #thisisqueensland #farming #cows #cattle #agriculture #farmlife #travel #tourism

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5. Successful rock find on Cooper’s Walk

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Successful rock find along Cooper’s Walk on the Esplanade this afternoon. Rock drops are a great way to promote the area. They ask people who find them to post a photo on Facebook and then either keep or hide the painted rock somewhere else. One from Hervey Bay was recently hidden and found in the UK! . 📸 @picsfromshaun . . . ✅ If you want us to feature your photo, use #frasercoastmissions,tag @frasercoastmissions or send a DM. ✅ Photos must be taken on the Fraser Coast – including Fraser Island. 🚫 NO PHOTOS TAKEN OFF THE INTERNET – SHARE YOUR PHOTOS. 📣 Let’s get the 🌍 talking about our slice of paradise. . . . #frasercoastmissions #frasercoast #herveybay #travel #tourism #paintedrocks @hervey_bay_rocks #mbororocks #beach #art #picoftheday

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By Shaun Ryan