19 Nov 08 4WD Rentals

Four wheel drive (4WD) rental vehicles allow any Mackay traveller to feel the action-packed excitement that every road potentially has to offer. Hire 4WD’s are the only way to travel off the beaten track and adventure through beautiful bushland and across sandy beaches. Most car rental companies and all 4WD rental specialists, have 4WD rental vehicles ready to give any Mackay visitor the chance to get out there and experience the real Australia, at any pace.

Current 4WD rental vehicles popularly used by rental companies include the Toyota Land Cruiser Station Wagon and Troopcarrier. Vehicles are usually diesel, 5 speed manuals that have air-conditioning, retractable mirrors, power windows and power steering. Mackay Rental companies are all committed to offering competitive rates, excellent services and professional advice for all 4WD rental customers. The power and reliability of a 4WD is second to none, so enhance any adventurous visit to Mackay by renting a 4WD vehicle.

Some 4WD trips:

• Eungella National Park
• Burdekin Falls
• Blackdown Tableland
• Porcupine National Park
  
• Clairview
• Charters Towers

Britz Australia Campervan Hire and Car Rentals
Toll Free: 0011 800 200 80 801

Australian 4WD Hire, Mackay 4×4 Vehicle Rental
Bookings: 1300 360 339

Ask if you can hire an Outback Safety Kit with your 4WD vehicle.  Outback Safety Kit Contains:

• Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)
• Snatch Strap - used to pull a vehicle from a bogged position.
• Bow Shackles - secure the snatch strap to a rigid anchor point
• Outback folding spade

16 Nov 08 Mackay, Australia

The Mackay region’s natural beauty is just waiting to be discovered. Otherwise known as Australia’s sugar capital, Mackay is a prosperous and friendly town offering a unique traveling experience. Everything necessary for an unforgettable visit to Mackay is readily available, plus a whole lot more.

In the country of Australia, the large Mackay region is centrally located on the Queensland coast, halfway between Brisbane and Cairns. It encompasses secluded islands, spectacular beaches, the southern tip of The Great Barrier Reef, several splendid National Parks, historical townships and indisputably stunning countryside merging onto outback plains. Nowhere on earth has such an impressive assortment of natural wonders on offer to travelers.

Mackay is an ideal location to enjoy an array of activities and entertainment on the land, in the water and in the air, both at night and during the day. Just a few popular activities among travelers to the region include 4WD adventures, gold fossicking, terrific saltwater fishing, diving amongst ship wrecks and taking a scenic helicopter flight over the network of colorful reefs. There is also a range of interesting attractions located around Mackay, like the Illawong Sanctuary and spectacular Eungella National Park.

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10 Nov 08 Employment Bureaus

There are approximately only nine inhabited Whitsunday Islands which either have small communities and/or small resorts upon them. Hence, there are no islands which currently have an employment bureau establishment present. For international and national Whitsunday Island travellers that are interested in working on the islands, there are a few employment bureaus open on the mainland. In and around Airlie Beach, employment services specialise in hospitality and tourism positions mainly and guarantee high quality service.

Employment bureaus have fully trained professional staff who aim to help all potential island workers gain a job quickly. Ranging from qualified chefs, resort housekeepers and dive instructors to contractors, restaurant wait staff and observatory scientists, there are a range of Whitsunday Island employment opportunities waiting to be filled. For the latest in available island employment positions and useful advice on interview and resume preparation, mainland employment bureaus are the place to visit.

Whitsunday employment bureaus on the mainland offer employment seekers expert knowledge and essential resources needed to gain employment on a Whitsunday Island. Employment bureaus don’t guarantee employment but staff try their utmost to increase a traveller’s chance of gaining employment in paradise.

04 May 08 Australian Working Visas for Whitsundays Holiday

The Whitsunday Islands are considered part of Australia, which is one of many countries that participate in the Working Holiday Maker (WHM) visa scheme. As well as increasing monetary funds, working allows travellers to develop new skills, meet interesting people and experience the Australian way of life. Working on any one of the resort islands in the Whitsundays will guarantee holidayers countless new experiences and cherished memories. Just make sure to obtain a working visa before leaving your home country.

The only way for international travellers to gain work is by possessing a current working holiday visa. Along with numerous minor regulations, the main criteria for obtaining an Australian working visa is that travellers are between the age of 18 and 30, and are without dependent children. Once issued, working visas usually last a maximum of one year and require that travellers only stay with a single employer for a maximum of three months. Along with Australia, other countries that participate in the WHM visa program include the UK, Norway, Netherlands, Finland, Italy, Cyprus, Ireland, Malta, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Canada, Japan, Hong Kong and Korea. Citizens of the USA may obtain a short (4 month) working visa, under a similar working scheme program.

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28 Apr 08 Employment and Work

There are many work and career opportunities on the Whitsunday Islands and within Airlie Beach. Most of the opportunities are connected to the hospitality industry and give those seeking employment a chance to stay a little longer in this wonderful paradise setting. It is also an ideal way to learn new skills and meet new and interesting people, and really get the ‘feel’ of the place, while earning some money.

None of the Islands have employment bureaus of their own. However, Airlie beach, and other main centers have employment bureaus which offer recourses and information, availability of opportunities and accommodation and expert knowledge and training facilities available for gaining employment on a Whitsunday Island. These bureaus are a good place to start looking for work

Overseas travellers may need a working visa. Australia is one of many countries which participate in the Working Holiday Maker visa scheme. Two of the main criteria for obtaining an Australian working visa is that travellers are between 18 and 30 years of age and are without dependant children.

Temporary work is a great way to extend and expand your holiday, or even make your holiday your ‘way of life’.

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26 Apr 08 Essential Travel Information

For travellers interested in visiting the Whitsunday Islands, educating oneself with some essential information is an important aspect in making any holiday away from home, truly memorable. Information ranging from the Whitsunday Island’s history and typical weather patterns, through to available communication services and wedding facilities will not only interest, but better inform any traveller to the islands.

The Whitsunday Island’s known history started over 100 million years ago and includes strong Indigenous influences and interesting European past times. The Whitsunday Islands are a collection of 74 major islands located off the Queensland coast, between Brisbane and Cairns. The time zone which applies to this area is Australian Eastern Standard Time, which is ten hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. The Whitsunday Islands are also considered to have a tropical climate, little rainfall and trade winds to stabilize the temperature almost all year round.

To organize an unforgettable trip to the Whitsunday Islands, travellers should firstly visit a visitor’s information center located on the mainland in Airlie Beach, Cannonvale or Bowen. At these places, great tours and package options are always on offer, to save travellers to the area a lot of time and money. Staff at the information centers can also provide local advice on attractions, activities and events, scheduled on the entertainment calendar. As the Whitsunday Islands are an area of tremendous natural beauty, there is a high quality selection of potential wedding venues and an assortment of professional facilities and services available to engaged couples. The islands are also a perfect place for honeymoons and romantic escapades in paradise.

There are two Whitsunday Islands and numerous mainland destinations with larger shopping facilities, and all the other resort islands usually have small shops which stock basic essentials. Before visiting any of the islands it is advised to understand what currency is used, where banks are located, how currency exchange and travellers cheques work, and what cards electronic fund transfer (EFTPOS) machines take. Please note that accessibility to communication services such as phones, internet and post may also vary from island to island. Fuel availability and road conditions are also topics only concerning sailors and visitors staying on Hamilton Island.

Lastly, it is important for any Whitsunday Island boater, to familiarize themselves with different moorings, marinas and anchorage points, rules, regulations and exercise caution around restricted areas.