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Queensland

Questions about the Australian state of Queensland, on the east coast of the continent.

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Is it illegal to stop while on a roundabout in Queensland?

Yes, because you would be creating a dangerous obstruction. Obviously, there are allowances for if your vehicle has stopped due to mechanical failure, or there is another good reason why stopping cannot be avoided.

Which Queensland city was known as Elston until 1933?

Elston was the original name for Surfers Paradise, on Queensland's Gold Coast.

Can you catch a train or bus to Brisbane from Gold Coast?

Yes. There are train stations at Robina, Nerang and Helensvale, and it is a direct line to Brisbane. There are regular bus services also. See the link below for timetable information.

What is the closest river to the Great Barrier Reef?

The Great Barrier Reef spans a length of some 2000km, so naturally there are many rivers along its length. One of the better-known rivers is the Endeavour River, near Cooktown. James Cook's ship, the "Endeavour", struck the Great Barrier Reef and nearly sank in 1770. The Endeavour managed to stay afloat for another week whilst the crew sought desperately for land, eventually sighting the harbour formed by the Endeavour River. The ship was landed on 10 June 1770, and Cook spent almost two months repairing it, thus giving rise to the fledgling township of Cooktown.

What year did the Brisbane Exhibition start?

The first Brisbane Exhibition was held between 22 and 26 August 1876. In its early years, it was primarily made up of agricultural and industrial exhibits.

How do you grow hydrangeas in Queensland?

It is very easy to grow hydrangeas in Queensland. They virtually grow wherever they are planted. Out west, they will need more water, and it is still important to keep them watered well in coastal areas during dry seasons.

A fact sheet on growing hydrangeas in Australian conditions can be found at the related link below.

What sharks are in the Brisbane river?

Bull sharks are most commonly found in the Brisbane River.

How did the people in the Queensland floods survive?

They manged to get on their roofs and not be pyscho when recue comes

Areas of sugarcane cultivation in Queensland?

In Queensland the cultivation of sugarcane continues as the cane grows to let air and water into the soil and control any weeds. Queensland grows 95% of all sugarcane crop in Australia.

Why are rabbits illegal in Queensland?

Rabbits are illegal in he state of Queensland because they are an introduced pest. If pet owners were more responsible and did not let their rabbits out to breed in the wild, legislation would be unnecessary: however, the feral rabbit problem in Queensland is bad enough without adding to it. Rabbits eat the native vegetation on which native animals depend; they breed much faster than native mammals; and consequently, they cause untold millions of dollars worth of destruction, ecologically.

How far is Labrador from Surfers Paradise?

Labrador, on the Gold Coast on Queensland, is just seven kilometres from Surfers Paradise.

Who is responsible for the flood in Gold Coast?

There is no flood in the Gold Coast, and this area is usually not affected by flooding. Recently (May-June 2009) huge seas have been whipped up by unusual weather conditions, resulting in severe erosion of beachfront properties. There is an ongoing debate about who is responsible, as the Gold Coast city council will not take responsibility, and homeowners have had to pay between $30000 and $60000 each to have their properties secured against further loss of land and potential collapse of their houses.

What is the toll cost for round trip from Brisbane to Gold Coast?

If travelling from the Brisbane CBD to the Gold Coast, one does not travel on any toll roads. Nor are there toll roads if travelling from the Western suburbs (e.g. Indooroopilly, Sherwood, etc) to the Gold Coast. If one is so far west (e.g. Ipswich) that the Logan Motorway is the best option, the toll in 2014 is $4.13 each way.

If travelling from any of the northern suburbs, there are a couple of options. There is the Gateway Motorway, which costs $4.13 one way and links directly to the main highway heading South to the Gold Coast. other options from various northern suburbs include the Airportlink M7, Legacy Way and the Clem 7 Tunnel, all of which cost different amounts, depending on where one exits and enters. Links to maps of these, as well as toll costs, can be found at the related link below.

When did Queensland become independent?

Queensland separated from New South Wales in 1859.

What is the marine emblem for Queensland?

Queensland's marine emblem (or, more correctly, aquaticemblem) is the Barrier Reef Anemone Fish. It was officially named as Queensland's aquatic emblem in March 2005.

Is Craig duffy from Australia a 9 ball champion?

Yes twice and Australian champion and 3rd in wpa world championships twice..

What is the gold coast known for?

Parks and surf.

White Water World, Dream World, Wet N Wild Water World, Sea World, Movie World... look them up.

When was suicide legal in Queensland?

In the Queensland Criminal Code 1899, Section 312 "Attempting to Commit Suicide" was omitted in 1979. It is written in the endnotes of the legislation.

Warning: Don't use this info as gospel because I'm no lawyer.

Which tanning lotions are recommended for 40 degree sunny weather in Cairns?

Which tanning lotions are best for a warm sunny day in Cairns, Queensland depends on the individual and whether they want tanning or sun protection, or both such as with an Australian Gold high SPF bronzer.

How do people get access to fraser island?

by vehicular barge at Inskip Point in the South or by vehicular ferry from River Heads[Mary River] to kingfisher resort on the west side of the island.

Is the crown of thorns starfish introduced to the Great Barrier Reef?

No it is native to the great barrier reef; it's natural predators have been reduced so greatly in number that its population is not adequately controlled.

Was the Gold Coast hit by the 2011 flood?

Not at all. The Gold Coast was completely free of the Brisbane floods. At most, there were a couple of king tides, but they caused no problems for the coast.