Island Info
Where is Russell Island?
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Have you ever dreamed of living on an island? Well it’s easier than you may have thought.
Even though it is an island you have all the amenities of the usual lifestyle close by.
Russell Island continues to list as one of Southeast Queensland buying and investing hotspots. The last three years the Islands have had dramatic growth, investment and new infrastructure, basically Russell (the main island) hosts all the amenities of a small country town.
The island itself offers: Shops, RSL, Bowls club, swimming pool, sports pitches, tennis courts, primary school, Super IGA, Art Gallery, Medical facilities, pharmacy, hair salon, bakery, cafes, post office, two licensed eateries, fire, police, ambulance and SES stations all on the island.
Then just over the water to the mainland and you are about 10 minutes away from shopping centres, international cuisine restaurants, 9 screen state of the art cinema complex and more.
Climate
The Islands enjoy a sub-tropical climate where the temperature, for a good part of the year, sits at around 26 – 29 degrees.
The island is too far south from far North Queensland’s cyclone zone, but still most of the houses are built to withstand a low grade cyclone N2. Sometimes after very strong cyclones in Northern Queensland, the Island does get some windy weather, sometimes some heavy rains but nothing worse than in Brisbane.
There are no rivers to flood on the island. Brisbane and other parts of Queensland have flooded several times, but the Islands have not flooded and are also geographically protected by the massive Stradbroke Island which is why the island does not have a surf but calm waterways surrounding.
What are the properties like on the Islands?
There is a vast range of property with diverse styles and designs. There is a limited supply of waterfront properties and many town, country and woodland homes. Where else could you buy a block of land and build a house for such affordable prices? Or live in a waterfront property within a short commute to Brisbane CBD or go the other way to the attractions of the Gold Coast. Alternatively, indeed take your boat out and snorkel around Peel Island or fish in the one of the film locations of pirates of the Caribbean.
With some of the best land and property prices in Australia, stunning scenery, fantastic sailing, kayaking and fishing. You really can live the dream and still have money in the bank.
You can buy in the bush, the town on the waterfront or with water views. The island can always suit your budget and lifestyle.
We have new homes, Houses on the water, woodland properties, or larger blocks. Just an idea of what can be bought. Stretch out with a modernist waterfront property that would cost a fortune on the mainland. Come and live the dream and still have money in your pocket
How much does it cost to clear a block?
There is a vast range of property with diverse styles and designs. There is a limited supply of waterfront properties and many town, country and woodland homes. Where else could you buy a block of land and build a house for such affordable prices? Or live in a waterfront property within a short commute to Brisbane CBD or go the other way to the attractions of the Gold Coast. Alternatively, indeed take your boat out and snorkel around Peel Island or fish in the one of the film locations of pirates of the Caribbean.
With some of the best land and property prices in Australia, stunning scenery, fantastic sailing, kayaking and fishing. You really can live the dream and still have money in the bank.
You can buy in the bush, the town on the waterfront or with water views. The island can always suit your budget and lifestyle.
Are there swimming beaches on the islands?
All of the islands have a small area for swimming, with some of them having swimming enclosures. Russell has a beach and recreation area. Russell Island has a 5-lane 25-meter swimming pool. The most easily accessed beach from the vehicle ferry is Karragarra Island, which has a charming beach and great BBQ facilities. When events are planned, they are listed on the Bay Islands Info Event Calendar, as well as on noticeboards at the jetties.
How long does the trip take?
The ferry trips take approx 20 minutes direct to Russell Island and the average trip on the barge to Russell Island is approximately 1 hour and to the other islands between 35 to 45 minutes.
Can I take a caravan or trailer to the island and how much does it cost?
Caravan and trailers, which are attached to a vehicle, can travel to the Island. The cost is approx. $13.50 each way per metre. This is measured from the tow ball to the end of the trailer.
