Boyne Island - Tannum Sands
Linked by a short bridge across the Boyne River, the communities of Boyne Island and Tannum Sands have a relaxed coastal lifestyle centered on attractive beaches, riverside walkways, parklands and recreational opportunities. The population of 9000 is served by all community and visitor facilities. Boyne Island offers a pleasant and quality mix of residential, business, shopping, industry and environment where foreshore parks overlook boats, outrigger crews, kite-surfers and fishing on calm river waters. Australia's largest aluminium smelter, Boyne Smelters Limited (BSL), employs 1200 people to produce 510,000 tonnes of metal a year. Learn more about this fascinating industry on a free weekly tour. Bookings are made through our Visitor Information Centres. Drop into Breezes Cafe near the Boyne River for a sea side alfresco dining experience. Phone 07 4973 3267 to book a table! Tannum Sands is just nine kilometres from the Bruce Highway, and has long white sandy beaches perfect for swimming, sail boarding and surf-skiing. Beautifully landscaped parklands and recreation facilities were created on this coastal foreshore area named Millennium Esplanade. The parklands have fun playgrounds, free barbeques and well maintained facilities. Millennium Esplanade is on the main beach, where our lifesavers patrol during the spring and Summer periods. With only a small variation in seasonal water temperatures, the waters of Tannum Sands and Boyne Island are perfect for year-round swimming. |
