Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
June
The tourist season kicks into gear as visitors from southern states head to Queens-
land's warm, stinger-free waters. Prices are higher and accommodation fills quickly.
Southeast Queensland has cooler, mild temperatures.
Cooktown Discovery Festival
This event commemorates Captain Cook's landing in 1770, with a re-enactment by cos-
tumed local performers, both of Aboriginal and European ancestry. Highlights include fire-
works, tug-of-war competitions and Indigenous heritage activities - campfire yarns, per-
formances, and food stalls, including bush tucker.
Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival
Sleepy Laura, 330km north of Cairns in Far North Queensland, hosts the largest traditional
indigenous gathering in Australia. Communities come together for dance, song and cere-
mony. The Laura Races and Rodeo happen the following weekend.
