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	Moreton Island - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Moreton Island is a national park in Queensland, Australia, 58 km northeast of Brisbane.
		Moreton Island is a large sand island on the Eastern side of Moreton Bay, on the coast of South-East Queensland, Australia.
		Moreton Island lies 40 kilometres east of the Queensland capital, Brisbane.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Moreton_Island (470 words)

	MORETON ISLAND, DOLPHIN FEEDING, SAND TOBOGGANING
		The Island occupies 17 000 hectares of land, and at a length of 38km is made up mostly of the island being National Park, lush forests, and glistening lakes and lagoons.
		Moreton Island is a sand island which is home to Mt Tempest, the highest coastal sandhill in the world at the height of 280 metres.
		The main resort on the island is at Tangalooma Ph: 3268 6333 on the western coast of the island.
	www.australianexplorer.com /moreton_island.htm (716 words)

	Moreton Island - Queensland - Australia - Travel - theage.com.au
		The appeal of Moreton Island is that, although it is only a few hours by ferry from the centre of Brisbane, it is still relatively untouched and it serves as a reminder of what the Brisbane area was like before it was settled by Europeans.
		As Moreton is a sand island it is important to understand the rules of staying on recognised tracks and driving according to the beach-driving rules.
		The island became important to shipping in the area when a pilot station was established at the northern end of the island in 1848.
	www.theage.com.au /news/Queensland/Moreton-Island/2005/02/17/1108500203583.html (1426 words)

	Moreton Bay Escapes
		Queensland National Parks and Wildlife have the prime responsibility to mange the Marine Park.
		Moreton Island is the only island in the region which has escaped major disturbance from logging or sand mining.
		Moreton Island is part of the Great Sandy region which stretches from Byron Bay to the tip of Fraser Island.
	www.moretonbayescapes.com.au /moreton/playground.asp (599 words)

	Moreton Island
		Moreton Bay, near the island, is scattered with wrecks, hence the construction of Queensland's oldest lighthouse at Cape Moreton in 1857, still used today to guide ships into the notorious bay.
		Moreton Island's human history is both modern and ancient.
		Travel with Sunrover Expeditions to Moreton Island, on a day tour or a 2 or 3 day camping safari, and you'll discover an island of breathtaking wilderness where man has had little influence.
	www.sunrover.com.au /moreton (290 words)

	Moreton_Bay
		Moreton Island is protected as Moreton Island National Park.
		Moreton Island in the north, North Stradbroke Island, and South Stradbroke Island in the south.
		Moreton Bay and its islands were inhabited by Aboriginal tribes.
	www.apawn.com /search.php?title=Moreton_Bay (261 words)

	DoAustralia Moreton island, sand island near Brisbane
		One of the largest sand islands in the world, Moreton is 38 kilometres long and 98 per cent National Park - a truly unique wilderness experience only 35 kilometres away from the centre of Brisbane.
		Moreton island, a true sand island, was formed by prevailing winds, wave action and sea level changes.
		is a vegetated sand hill in the centre of the island.
	www.doaustralia.com /states/QLD/MoretonIs.htm (369 words)

	BUSHWALKING -[Moreton Island National Park]-
		Today, all of Moreton is national park except the townships of Kooringal, Bulwer and Cowan Cowan, the resort, some oyster leases and a few special reserves.
		The island is surrounded by Moreton Bay Marine Park.
		As Moreton Island is exposed to moist onshore winds, it receives more rain than nearby areas, around 1600 mm a year in parts.
	homepage.powerup.com.au /%7Emanfred/moreton.htm (1357 words)

	Australian National Parks
		Moreton Island National Park Roads recently graded, however rough road conditions expected if no further rain received.
		Springbrook National Park The Purlingbrook Falls circuit and lookouts are closed until further notice due to major track renovations and installation of safety fencing along the walking track.
		National parks sample the state's best scenery and incredible natural diversity, provide homes for our native wildlife and protect special historic sites and indigenous cultural places.
	www.australia-national-park.com (565 words)

	Brisbane – Visitors’Guide – Places to go - Tangalooma and Moreton Island Day Trip - ourbrisbane.com
		Swim in the Blue Lagoon of Moreton Island National Park or camp on the beach.
		The waters surrounding the island are part of Moreton Bay Marine Park, home to dugongs, turtles and dolphins.
		Once the site of a penal settlement, whaling station and sand mine, 95% of the island is now protected as national park.
	www.ourbrisbane.com /visitors/placestogo/moretonisland/index.htm (342 words)

	ABC News - Feature - Ocean Week
		Queensland National Parks and Wildlife service says around 150 000 visit the island each year.
		Moreton Island is criss crossed with swamps and fresh water creeks with many of those leading down to the ocean.
		Moreton Island may only be two hours away from the two million people of Brisbane city but once there it seems to be two million kilometres from anywhere.
	www.abc.net.au /news/features/ocean/brisbane02.htm (367 words)

	Moreton Island Accommodation that's ideal for two families
		Moreton Island is located 40kms from Brisbane City and 16,800ha of the 19,000ha sand island is National Park.
		Moreton Island Accommodation that's ideal for two families
		The island remains a pristine area of crystal clear beaches, sand dunes, freshwater lakes, lagoons, swamps, heath lands and woodlands.
	www4.tpgi.com.au /owen2 (151 words)

	Brisbane Tourist Information Resource, Queensland, Australia
		Moreton Bay: Moreton Bay is an excellent area for water activities including sailing in the Bay which is protected from the big ocean swells, game fishing for marlin in the southern part of the bay and diving in the crystal clear waters and exploring old wrecks near Moreton Island.
		Take a swim in the water park or feed the dolphins in the petting pool, no matter where you go there is so much to see and do, a fun filled outing for all ages.
		Fraser Island: The island encompasses an amazing variety of landscapes, long surf beaches, cliffs and gorges, dense rainforests, winding streams, and salt pans with eerie mangrove forests.
	www.oztravel.com.au /travel_mall/destinations/Brisbane_QLD2.html (1461 words)

	Walkabout - Fraser Island
		The first attempt to establish the island as a National Park was made as early as 1893 but the timber interests which were already on the island managed to dissuade the government and for the next 60 years the island was logged.
		The combination of diseases brought by passing sailors (Fraser Island was used as a kind of trading post for Maryborough), alcohol, the exploitation of the island's timber reserves from 1863 and the enslavement of the Aborigines, wreaked havoc on the population.
		The most famous early contact with the island was that of Eliza Fraser (after whom the island is named) and her shipwrecked companions from the brig the Stirling Castle.
	www.walkabout.fairfax.com.au /fairfax/locations/QLDFraserIsland.shtml (2650 words)

	Moreton Island Ferries
		The Moreton Island National Park Information Centre is cram packed with Moreton Island history, information and artefacts.
		On Moreton Island, sightseeing comes naturally - wildlife, turtles, freshwater lakes, more than 200 special of birds, dolphins, the world's highest sand dunes, 500 types of plant life, whales, coloured sands, rugged cliffs, white beaches and blue water.
		Moreton Island has natural beauty as far as the eye can see.
	www.moretonventure.com /pages/moreton.htm (250 words)

	DoAustralia Moreton bay, Brisbane Queensland
		Moreton Bay is Brisbane’s shorefront – a vast expanse of water sheltered by the major sand islands of Bribie, Moreton and North Stradbroke and
		Moreton Bay is home to schools of playful bottle-nose dolphins, often seen riding the waves ahead of boats or coming in to socialise with visitors at Tangalooma.
		Moreton Bay’s wetlands are a vital habitat for resident and migratory birds, some coming from as far afield as Siberia.
	www.doaustralia.com /states/QLD/MoretonBay.htm (541 words)

	Tongalooma Wild Dolphin Resort, Hotel on Moreton Island near Brisbane in Queensland
		Fringed on three sides by Moreton Island National Park, Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort is subtly nestled amongst landscaped gardens and natural bushland.
		Thankfully though, the resort is situated on the mostly protected western side of Moreton Island.
		Nestled amongst the palm and pandanus is Tangalooma Moreton Island Resort.
	www.hawaiitc.com /australia/queensland/hotels/ql_tongaloomadolpin.html (1318 words)

	Moreton Island @ ExplorOz
		Like Fraser Island, Moreton Bay was subject to sand mining (on a smaller scale), which ended in 1992 when the mining leases were added to the Moreton Island National Park.
		As you soon come to realise, the beauty of Moreton Island for 4wders is in the fact that a 4WD is a necessity.
		Moreton Bay Island is a real city escape, located off the coast of Brisbane and accessible by vehicular barge.
	www.exploroz.com /TrekNotes/QldCoast/Moreton_Island.asp (1231 words)

	Moreton Island National Park - EPA/QPWS
		Moreton Island is the most natural of the large sand islands protecting Moreton Bay’s sheltered waters.
		Mt Tempest, the highest sand dune on the island, is the highest stable coastal sand dune in the southern hemisphere.
		The park contains freshwater creeks and lakes, coastal heath, rocky headlands, paperbark swamps, an historic lighthouse and the ruins of coastal forts.
	www.epa.qld.gov.au /projects/park/index.cgi?parkid=77 (297 words)

	Moreton Island : Book Online : Tours : Adventure : Whale Watching : Information : Tangalooma
		Explore the wilderness of Moreton Island National Park, with this fully guided exciting 1 day, nature, bush and beach safari.
		Moreton Island 1 Day 4WD National Park Safari
		Moreton Island 1 DAY 4WD National Park Safari
	www.seemoretonisland.com /tours.html (1091 words)

	Tangalooma Island Wild Dolphin Resort Queensland Australia
		Fringed on three sides by Moreton Island National Park, Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort is subtly nestled amongst landscaped gardens and natural bushland.
		Travel is between the Holt St Wharf, Pinkenba Brisbane and the Tangalooma Jetty on Moreton Island
		Tangalooma Resort assists researchers from the University of Queensland and other Universities worldwide to study the dolphins in Moreton Bay, including the dolphins that visit Tangalooma.
	www.ladyelliotislandresort.net /tangalooma.htm (1061 words)

	MORETON BAY BACKPACKERS LODGE, BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, ACCOMMODATION, HOSTEL
		Boasting some of Queensland's best sailing, diving, surfing and islands, Moreton Bay is emerging as a popular destination in itself with plenty of accommodation, transport and the natural appeal of a massive island marine park including Moreton Island National Park.
		Moreton Bay Backpackers Lodge is Brisbane's only bayside backpackers offering spectacular views of Moreton Bay islands and marina.
		This gateway to Moreton and Stradbroke Islands, is an excellent place to stay when exploring this fabulous region.
	www.australianexplorer.com /moreton_bay_backpackers.htm (374 words)

	MORETON BAY BACKPACKERS LODGE, ACCOMMODATION, MANLY HARBOUR VILLAGE, MANLY, MORETON BAY, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA
		Boasting some of Queensland's best sailing, diving, surfing and islands, Moreton Bay is emerging as a popular destination in itself with plenty of accommodation, transport and the natural appeal of a massive island marine park including Moreton Island National Park.
		Moreton Bay Lodge is the perfect place to stay and experience this island paradise away from the city crowds and other tourists.
		Located in the heart of Manly Harbour Village, our Lodge is an ideal place to stay when visiting the Manly and Moreton Bay area, with it's island wilderness, world class waterway and glorious bayside location, just 30 minutes from the city.
	www.moretonbaylodge.com.au (203 words)

	MSN Encarta - Search Results - Moreton Island
		MSN Encarta - Search Results - Moreton Island
		Overlooking the flight deck area on the right, or starboard, side is the carrier’s command and control tower, referred to as the island.
		Island, any comparatively small body of land completely surrounded by water.
	ca.encarta.msn.com /Moreton_Island.html (91 words)

	Queensland's National Parks
		Fraser Island is World heritage listed and almost the entire island is protected National Park.
		Occupying the headland at Noosa, the National Park encompasses a dramatic rocky coastline dotted with sheltered beaches and coves.
		The highlight of the National Park is the gushing waters of Kondalilla Falls, which cascade down 80m and form a series of crystal dear pools of water.
	www.npaq.org.au /Parks/southeast.html (830 words)

	Moreton Bay Escapes
		Moreton Bay Escapes has been eated to brand our products to highlight, the beautiful Moreton Bay Marine Park and Moreton Island National Park.
		Moreton Island is our play ground, with accredited guides, we are able to show of the island like no other operator.
		Moreton Bay Escapes is owned and operated by Adventure Sailing on Solo and Gibren Expeditions.
	www.moretonbayescapes.com.au /about (401 words)

	Moreton Island 3 Day Eco and Walking Adventure
		Sea ferry cruise Moreton Bay Marine Park and arrive Moreton Island’s white sandy beaches.
		Depart Brisbane for a unique beach wilderness experience on Moreton Island.
		A day to relax island style with a full day touring the southern wetlands.
	www.fraserislandiscovery.com /moreton/3day.htm (315 words)

	Australian Expeditions 2001-2003
		Moreton Island National Park, malaise trap on Mt Tempest.
		Moreton Island National Park, looking south from Cape Moreton to Mt Tempest.
		Chris Lambkin and Noel Starick successfully trapped the therevid genus Ectinorhynchus in Mullion Range National Park and Giralang Nature Reserve near Orange NSW in late October 2002.
	www.inhs.uiuc.edu /cee/therevid/austexp4.html (86 words)

	Welcome to The Pumicestone National Park, Bribie Island
		Pumicestone Passage, a stunningly beautiful stretch of water, which separates the Bribie Island from the mainland, is an internationally recognised marine park.
		Welcome to The Pumicestone National Park, Bribie Island
		The Pumicestone National Park has facilities to cater for picnickers and overnight campers at Mission Point which is situated on a white sandy beach with deep water anchorage.
	www.raywhitebribieisland.com.au /nationalpark.htm (220 words)

	Page Not Found - /parks/iaparks/gds/IAGDS020.do?parkId=2 - EPA/QPWS
		Park alerts and park summary Getting there and getting around Mt Barney National Park map The following directions are to Lower Portals and Yellow Pinch, at the base of Mt Barney.
		Bunya Mountains National Park, in Queensland, can be reached via several routes including from Brisbane via Toowoomba or from Yarraman, or from Dalby, Kingaroy or Nanango.
		Like Fraser Island, Moreton Island is a large sand island off the southern Queensland coast.
	www.epa.qld.gov.au /parks/iaparks/gds/IAGDS020.do?parkId=2 (644 words)

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