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About the Central Coast Region

• Townsville
• Mackay
• Rockhampton
• Hervey Bay

The Central Coast region stretches from Townsville in the north to Hervey Bay in the south.

Key Highlights

• Easy access to gorgeous natural environments, including World Heritage sites such as Fraser Island, the world 's largest sand island.
• Close proximity to Queensland's outback, the Barrier Reef and farmlands.
• Extensive expertise and industry links in marine biology, ecology, mining engineering and technology as well as tropical and citrus food export.
• Queensland Conservatorium of Music provides links to music experts from all over the world.
• National leaders in learning management and teacher training.

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Townsville (population 155,000)

Townsville's many attractions include the world 's largest living coral reef aquarium, a wildlife sanctuary, beaches, museums, theatres, galleries and restaurants. Townsville boasts excellent world research and education facilities with a heavy focus on international education.

Tertiary Education Providers - Townsville

• James Cook University

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Mackay (population 78,000)

The landscape of the Mackay region is dotted with cane fields, making the area Australia's largest producer of sugar.

Mackay offers international students the chance to experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, coastal rainforests, sandy beaches and mountain retreats.

Tertiary Education Providers - Mackay

• The Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music has recently constructed the $4.85 million facility at the Mackay campus of the Central Queensland University (CQU).
• Central Queensland University — Mackay campus
• Central Queensland Institute of TAFE — Mackay campus

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Rockhampton (population 120,000)

Rockhampton is one of Australia's most diverse cities. Surrounded by coastal and rural landscapes, the city truly is the definition of the outback meeting the reef.

This region is rich in diversity. National Parks, heritage buildings, beautiful beaches and island retreats that are all within easy reach.

Tertiary Education Providers - Rockhampton

• Central Queensland University
• Central Queensland Institute of TAFE — Rockhampton campus

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Hervey Bay (population 50,000)

Hervey Bay's abundance of natural assets include the Great Sandy Strait, World Heritage listed Fraser Island, the Bay itself and the wetlands.

Hervey Bay is one of the safest cities in Australia offering a beautiful outdoor environment and easy access to world famous eco-tourism areas.

Tertiary Education Providers - Hervey Bay

• Wide Bay TAFE - Hervey Bay campus
• The University of Southern Queensland — Hervey Bay Campus

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