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	Walkabout - Magnetic Island
		The island was first discovered by Captain Cook who called it Magnetical Island because he believed that the ores on the island had affected his compass.
		There was a brief flurry of tourism and Magnetic Island became a popular destinaton in the 1920s but this died away and was not renewed until regular ferry services were established between the island and the mainland.
		Magnetic Island is a mountainous and thickly wooded island covering 49 sq kms and rising to 497 m at Mount Cook.
	www.walkabout.com.au /locations/QLDMagneticIsland.shtml (1031 words)

	Magnetic Island - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Magnetic Island with Townsville suburbs in the foreground
		Magnetic Island, just offshore from the city of Townsville, Queensland, Australia in Cleveland Bay is a 52 km² mountainous island which has effectively become a suburb of Townsville having well over 2000 permanent residents.
		The Island is a haven for wildlife and is 54% National Park which is mostly located on the steep hilly interior and rugged north western side.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Magnetic_Island (298 words)

	Magnetic Island - Australia - Mark Moxon, Travel Writer
		Magnetic Island, a quick 20 minutes away from Townsville on the ferry, is a holiday spot par excellence.
		Most people spend their time on Magnetic Island hanging around on the beach, and amazingly enough, this is what I did for the first couple of days: I would have kicked straight into the walking tracks, but until the flu had gone, I wasn't going to do anything strenuous.
		I left Magnetic Island on Monday 25th August, visiting Townsville for the sole purpose of buying food (something not even Townsville can bugger up), and that night I leapt on the southbound bus, heading on the overnight blinder to Hervey Bay.
	www.moxon.net /australia/magnetic_island.html (891 words)

	Magnetic Island
		Koalas are often spotted, the island being the most northerly point in Australia to have large free ranging colonies and a visit to the koala sanctuary is a must.
		Another island named by Captain Cook in 1770 – this time after his compass played up as he sailed past – Magnetic Island is a beautiful triangular granite core about 12km from Townsville.
		The north and east coasts are pinched into shallow sandy bays punctuated by eroded headlands and coral reefs, while the western part of the island is flatter and edged with mangroves.
	www.pacificislandtravel.com /australia/queensland/magneticisland.asp (1444 words)

	Magnetic Island — Nature, culture and history - EPA/QPWS
		Magnetic Island is well known for its distinctive environment and picturesque landscape which features large granite boulders, hoop pines, high quality beaches and fringing coral reefs.
		Magnetic Island is typical of the dry tropics.
		Magnetic Island was named by Lt James Cook in 1770 when he believed the magnetic compass on his ship the Endeavour was affected by the island.
	www.epa.qld.gov.au /parks_and_forests/find_a_park_or_forest/magnetic_island_national_park/magnetic_island__nature_culture_and_history (1173 words)

	Magnetic Island Information, Magnetic Island, Queensland, Australia - Tourism, Travel, Great Barrier Reef (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Magnetic Island is unique in that it supports a residential community of over 2000 people, and as a result offers a wide range of services and facilities for visitors.
		Magnetic Island, located approximately 8 kms north east off the coast of Townsville in Tropical North, is a very beautiful and unique holiday destination.
		With its rocky terrain and rugged natural beauty, Magnetic Island is also a haven for an array of native flora and fauna; such as rock wallabies, koalas, brushtail possums and over 100 species of birds.
	www.magneticislandinformation.com /destination.asp?LocID=MAG (956 words)

	Magnetic Island Real Estate
		Magnetic Island, a 20-minute fast catamaran ferry ride from Townsville, is one of those marvelous places that are just about perfect for everyone.
		Magnetic Island has the unique distinction of being the sunniest island on the northern coast with over 300 days of sunshine each year - giving more time to experience its signature blend of activities and relaxation.
		Magnetic Island is the only island on the north coast to combine a national park with a permanent residency of some 2000 people.
	www.magneticislandrealestate.com /about.php (306 words)

	Magnetic Island Accommodation
		Magnetic Island located 8km North-East of Townsville, is the ideal choice for families seeking a relaxing holiday.
		This large and beautiful World Heritage island is surrounded by sparkling blue waters with golden sandy beaches, coral gardens and an array of National Park walking tracks.
		Magnetic Island has twenty-two beaches and 24 kilometres of walking tracks winding their way through tropical bush.
	www.magneticislandhomes.com (151 words)

	Magnetic Island Resort
		Magnetic Island International Resort strikes the perfect balance between the privacy and serenity of island retreat and modern luxuries.
		Over half of the island is national park land, providing a surrounding of lush vegetation for your relaxation and enjoyment.
		Magnetic Island is just 20 minutes from Townsville by fast cat ferry so you can also access the famous attractions of Townsville, including the Great Barrier Reef Wonderland, home to the world's only living indoor coral reef.
	www.seedownunder.com.au /destination/queensland/island-resorts/magnetic-island/index.html (250 words)

	MAGNETIC ISLAND
		Magnetic Island is only 15 minutes on a boat from Townsville and offers fantastic National Park and relaxing, secluded beaches.
		The island was aptly named in 1770 by Captain Cook, whose compass is said to have gone funny when sailing past the island.
		The main town is Picnic Bay in the south of the island.
	www.australianexplorer.com /magnetic_island.htm (458 words)

	Magnetic International Resort, Hotel on Magnetic Island, offshore from Townsville in Queensland (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Magnetic Island embodies all that makes this so special, yet manages to add something extra.
		Magnetic Island's international four star resort adds a touch of civilisation to its natural surroundings.
		Just 8 kilometres off-shore, Magnetic Island is a short trip across the sheltered waters of Cleveland Bay.
	www.pacificislandtravel.com /australia/queensland/hotels/ql_tvs_magnetic_internat.html (722 words)

	magnetic island queensland
		Two thirds of Magnetic Island is national park featuring huge strands of eucalyptus trees and abundant wildlife, including koalas and varied birdlife.
		Magnetic Island is the only Barrier Reef island to offer a wide range of accommodation and holiday houses.
		Magnetic Island is a charming holiday destination characterised by the fact that it is an island community, with a resident population of over 2000.
	www.sunzine.net /townsville/magnetic-island.html (339 words)

	Magnetic Island News
		Magnetic Times is a community newspaper for Magnetic Island, Australia.
		Magnetic Island is governed by Townsville City Counsil but islanders consider them selves residents of Magnetic Island rather than the city of Townsville.
		The home of Australia's most generous donors (Australiast Biggest Morning Tea) and self appointed protectors of the environment (as well as some professional ones) Magnetic Island is a welcoming little island and a "must visit" for any passing traveller.
	www.magnetictimes.com /intro.html (255 words)

	Townsville and Magnetic Island : Side Trips \| Frommers.com
		(The island got its name when Captain Cook thought the "magnetic" rocks were interfering with his compass readings.) The place is famous for wild koalas that are easily spotted up in the gum trees by the side of the road; ask a local to point you to the nearest colony.
		One of the best, and therefore most popular, of the island's 20km (13 miles) of hiking trails is the Nelly Bay-Arcadia trail, a one-way journey of 5km (3 miles) that takes 2 1/2 hours.
		Magnetic Island Travel Tips-- If you're going to Magnetic Island for the day, pick up a copy of the free Magnetic Island Guide from any tourist information center or hotel lobby or at the ferry terminal in Townsville before you go.
	frommers.com /destinations/townsvilleandmagneticisland/1382010011.html (914 words)

	Magnetic Island
		Magnetic Island is one of Queensland's oldest resort islands.
		Magnetic Island has Australia's most northerly koala colonies, and they can often be seen bushwalking, with rock wallabies and possums.
		Two-thirds of the island is classified National Park and there are more than 100 species of birds including bluewing kookaburras, fl cockatoos, curlews, plovers and sea eagles.
	getaway.ninemsn.com.au /article.aspx?id=17106 (627 words)

	Magnetic Island News - Magnetic Island, North Queensland, Australia
		While reports that the Magnetic Island Active Recreation Centre at Picnic is among one of six across Queensland to close shortly, a double-whammy for the Island’s visitor-based economy is about to hit at the other end of Magnetic at Horseshoe Bay’s Maggies Beach House which is to close its doors on December 20.
		Magnetic Island with its Nelly Bay Harbour and Cardwell with its Port Hinchinbrook development share a history of residents and conservation groups becoming actively involved in protests over marina development.
		But in “The Curer of Souls”, a first novel by Magnetic Island resident, author, investigative crime reporter and Head of Journalism at James Cook University’, Lindsay Simpson, the Apple Isle’s rotten historical core is pierced by an investigative heroine, Lydia Frankland, whose initial aim is to understand her illustrious and recently deceased stepmother’s secret affair.
	www.magnetictimes.com (1018 words)

	Magnetic Island, Queensland, AUSTRALIA
		The island’s rich and diverse history also included rock and coral mining for mainland constructions and as a pineapple growing area.
		Over half of the Island is National Park, with huge boulders tumbling like giant marbles into the corner of every bay and a green mountainous backdrop that is home for a variety of wildlife.
		Magnetic Island RSLA Sub Branch - Ph: 4758 1233
	www.magneticisland.com (407 words)

	Magnetic Island (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		With 25 spectacular beaches and a dramatic coastline studded with magnificent hoop pines and huge granite boulders, Magnetic Island is the "natural destination" with a wide variety of environmental experiences and attractions.
		The Island is the most northerly point in Australia to have large free ranging colonies of Koalas.
		Magnetic Island is located 8 kilometres from Townsville’s harbour in the tropics of North Queensland.
	www.magvac.com.au /info.html (377 words)

	Energy Citations Database (ECD) - Energy and Energy-Related Bibliographic Citations
		The plasma magnetohydrodynamics equilibrium equation in the vicinity of a single, thin magnetic island region is derived.
		First, the pressure profile in the vicinity of an island is determined using the continuity of transport fluxes across the island assuming a diffusive form for the fluxes.
		The modifications of the pressure and current density in the vicinity of a magnetic island lead to an equation that describes the toroidal equilibrium of the plasma.
	www.osti.gov /energycitations/product.biblio.jsp?osti_id=20606435 (332 words)

	Townsville - Magnetic Island (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Magnetic Island is home for recreational activities on land or in the water.
		The island has an abundance of casual eating and fine dining venues along with local galleries, attractions and tours to be discovered by visitors.
		Magnetic Island is very well serviced by two ferry companies, Sunferries (25 min transfer) and the Magnetic Island Car and Passenger Ferry (45 minute transfer).
	www.townsvilleholidays.info /rtn2/index.cfm?0C61897E-E3CE-5CAD-E5F9-1510775D495A (1125 words)

	Magnetic International Resort, Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island, Qld., Australia
		A resort situated in 10 acres of tropical surrounds nestled in the foothills of Mt. Cook - Magnetic Island's national park and only a short walk from sandy beaches and the sparkling waters of the Barrier Reef.
		Magnetic International Resort is the perfect place for a family holiday or a romantic interlude.
		Magnetic International Resort is the leading resort on Magnetic Island and is continually remodelling to ensure the utmost in comfort and facilities.
	www.ozhorizons.com.au /qld/tv/mag/magintl/mir.htm (249 words)

	Magnetic Island Walk (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The island is renowned for its exotic bird life and you'll see koalas and rock wallabies too.
		Magnetic Island is off the coast at Townsville in far north Queensland, 300km south of Cairns.
		As a result, Magnetic Island became a fort with gun emplacements carefully disguised into the rock faces, and false "rocks" constructed to hide ammunition dumps.
	www.auswalk.com.au /magnetic-island-walking-holiday.html (927 words)

	Magnetic Island Resorts - Island leisure resort - Activities (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Island Leisure Resort has full Tour Desk facilities, and we can arrange all your holiday activities with no fuss and no cost to you, anything from the hire of a push bike to a day at the Great Barrier Reef or barramundi fishing.
		Magnetic Island offers a range of activities to the visitor and has something to suit everyone from the bush-walker, to the sports addict, to those who just wish to take it easy and be pampered.
		To get around the island you have the choice of walking by road or maintained bush track, taking the Magnetic Island Bus Service (bus passes available), renting a bike, motor scooter, moke or 4WD.
	www.islandleisure.com.au /activities.htm (838 words)

	Nature Trails (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Magnetic Island is a distinctive granite-based island of 5184ha and rising to 497m 8km across
		The island, 11km at its widest with a coastline of 40km, was named by Captain James Cook in 1770 when he
		The Magnetic lsland rock wallaby is common on the steep slopes.
	www.magnetic-island-qld.com /naturetrails.htm (865 words)

	Magnetic International Resort
		Magnetic Island is the only island on the North Queensland Coast with a delightful blend of untouched National Park, a resident population of about 2,500 and a variety of holiday resorts.
		Although in the Tropics, the Townsville area is in a rain shadow which makes it the sunniest city on the Queensland coast (Magnetic Island averages over 320 days of sunshine per year).
		Over 16 beaches fringe the island, providing guests with a variety of locations from which to admire their surroundings.
	www.magneticresort.com /magnetic_island.htm (258 words)

	Magnetic Island Limo Service
		Magnetic Island is one of many Islands Queensland has along it's coast line.
		Maggie as it's known by the Locals, was named by Captain cook, in the 1870's and named it Magnetic, because of some Problems Cpt.Cook was having with his Compass, and he presumed that the Big Boulders were Magnetic.
		Magnetic Island is the only island on the North Queensland Coast with a delightful blend of untouched National Park,(about 80%) a resident population of about 3,500 and a variety of holiday resorts.
	www.magneticislandlimoservice.com.au (538 words)

	Links (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Magnetic Island is 10km off the coast of Townsville, Australia's fastest growing tropical city.
		Nelly Bay is a central location on the island and your furthest point of accommodation can be no more than 6 km away.
		Those who wish to take a vehicle to the island should head to the Riverside Ferry company, known as Magnetic Island Car and Passenger Ferry.
	www.magnetic-island-qld.com /links.htm (405 words)

	Magnetic Island
		Magnetic Island is the island playground of Townsville featuring prominently in the profile of the city.
		Two thirds of Magnetic Island is National Park with secluded but easily accessible bays and golden beaches.
		The Island has nearly 25 kilometres of walking tracks meandering through the protected national parks which are home to stands of eucalypts, more than 2,500 free-roaming koalas and 166 different species of wildlife.
	www.driveqld.com.au /qldhols/drive_queensland/things-to-see-and-do/index.cfm?action=showProduct&productID=179F05FE-A5F9-D493-3B5C-C5541284ED8A&category=TOWN (274 words)

	Travelers Digest 2002 Review of The Magnetic Island Tropical Resort, Magnetic Island, Queensland, Australia
		One of the most attractive and adventurous Islands off the Eastern coast of North Queensland Australia is Magnetic island, so named because of its iron ore. It is said that the magnetic influence was recorded by none other than Captain Cook.
		He named the Island while sailing close to it and saw the effect it had on his compass.
		With 25 spectacular beaches and a dynamic coastline studded with magnificent hoop pines and huge granite boulders, Magnetic Island is the "natural destination" with a wide variety of environmental experiences and attractions.
	www.travelersdigest.com /magnetic_island_tropical_resort_review.htm (697 words)

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