Nestled close to the coast north-west of Mackay is Newry Island, part of a group of hilly continental islands that form Newry Islands National Park. Newry Island features grassy open forest with gnarled ironbarks, bloodwoods and blue gums. Small patches of dry rainforest grow in sheltered pockets on the southern slopes. Hoop pines tower over the canopy of Mackay tulip oaks and mountain ash. Orange-footed scrubfowl build nesting mounds in the rainforest. This is the most southerly limit of the pied imperial-pigeon, a migratory bird which feeds on rainforest fruits. The Newry Island Circuit walk takes you through rainforest and open forest. Vantage points along the way offer views of nearby islands and the mainland.

Email: csc@epa.qld.gov.au

Phone: 07 4944 7800

Website: www.epa.qld.gov.au/projects/park/index.cgi?parkid=54

Address:
Newry Island National Park
Mackay, Queensland, 4740

Guest Facilities:
Picnic Area, Public Toilet

Experiences you can enjoy at Newry Island Circuit:
Flora/Fauna, Nature based, Rainforest