Yorkeys Knob Beach Tourism News
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth, and the Moon fully or partially blocks the Sun. In a total eclipse, the Sun is fully obscured by the Moon. In a partial and annular eclipses only part of the Sun is obscured.
Total solar eclipse are considered rare. Although, they occur on Earth every 18 months or so, they only reoccur in the same location every 400 years (give or take a half century).
Australia’s Cairns including Yorkeys Knob beach is the best spot in the world where you can experience the full benefit of Earth’s total solar eclipse on 14 November 2012. The eclipse will turn the sky into darkness for between 10 seconds and 2 minutes depending on where you are located. Yorkeys Knob should be closer to the 2 minutes.
It is not safe to look at the sun at anytime including an eclipse. The only way to view the eclipse without risking eye damage is to utilise safe solar filters that meet international standards.
Yorkeys Knob beach is a wide, sandy beach north of Cairns. Cairns Beachfront Apartment is located on the beachfront and would mean only a short 2 minute stroll to locate yourself in a great vantage point to observe the eclipse.
Check out the path of the eclipse here.
For more information download the The Astronomical Association of Queensland
Cable Ski Cairns has LIVE webcams installed visit our Website to see what it is like on the water and head on out for a Cable Session.
2012 Cairns Cable Cup will be held on Saturday 28th April from 2.00pm. Come along and watch Cairns Best battle it out!
Categories are:
- Small Boys & Girls: 2000 or later (12 and under)
- Boys & Girls: 1997 or later (15 and under)
- Junior Men & Junior Ladies: 1994 or later (18 and under)
- Amateur Mens & Ladies: No age restriction
- Pro Men... & Ladies: No age restriction
- Old Boys: 1982 or before (Over 30’s)
- Junior Wakeskate: 1994 or later (18 and under)
- Open Wakeskate: No age restriction
The platypus is restricted to the East Coast of Australia and Tasmania where it mainly inhabits fresh water rivers, streams, ponds and lakes. It is usually active around dusk and dawn, but may be nocturnal, diurnal or crepuscular.
The platypus feeds mainly on aquatic invertebrates sifted from the substrate by the complex bill apparatus. Food obtained during a dive is stored in cheek pouches until it can be ground up by horny plates while the animal floats on the surface.
Breeding occurs in spring and the female constructs an elaborate nesting burrow which may be up to 20 metres long. Usually 2 eggs are laid and these are incubated for 1 to 2 weeks. The young feed on milk for the first 4 or 5 months before they leave the burrow.
The platypus is listed as a vulnerable species.
Join us on our Atherton Tablelands Wildlife Tour and you have a great chance of spotting a Platypus! We see them more often than not!
Church Cottage, Edmonton is available for short term rental. It has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a large open plan sitting/dining/kitchen with servery to a screened patio area. Very conveniently located close to local restaurants and Piccones Shopping Village. Fully fenced garden, pet friendly and plenty of off street parking. Sleeps 4 to 5. Contact us now for more details and rates.
A panel of landscape photographers have named their Top Views for Australian Traveller. Included on the list was:
Mossman Gorge – a world heritage listed gorge surrounded by granite mountain ranges and rainforest. Swim in the natural rock pools or take 1 of 2 walking tracks and view the myriad of vegetation including fig trees, red cedar trees and ephphytes. Mossman gorge is only 1 hours drive from your accommodation at Cairns Beach Holiday Apartment
Myall Beach in Cape Tribulation – a stunning white sandy beach surrounded by mangroves. Go for a walk or have a picnic and a swim (outside stinger season November to May). Cape Tribution is less than 2 hours from your accommodation at Cairns Beach Holiday Apartment
Captains Cook Highway runs from Cairns to Port Douglas and right past your accommodation at Cairn Beach Holiday Apartment. This particulary scenic highway winds around some of the most beautiful scenery in the world
Local Tourism Network makes it easy to share information on the holiday home that you like with your family or friends. Just click on the Facebook Icon next to the listing you have chosen in the Holiday Homes section and it will post to your timeline. How easy is that ! You can also join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cairnsholidayhomes for all our news and updates.
The Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is a very popular spot for locals and visitors alike, but did you know about all the activities you can join in with? Markets, Active living free fitness programs, picnic areas and BBQ's . Visit the Cairns Regional Councils website for the Esplanade to find out more details http://www.cairnsesplanade.com.au/ThingstoDo
Lovely apartment, great beach and that pool, too gorgeous for words. - Tina and Rob (Camberwell)
All have been test driven by the two, who in no way have been bribed with a free dessert for their unbiased opinions.
- Burgers – the best in Yorkeys at the Beach Place down the end of Sims Esplanade. Mine host Mal Quin does them to a nicety.
- Lunch or dinner – try the Yorkeys Knob Marina Club. Great scenery, good tucker and a wide range of beer and wine. You don’t have to be a member but you must sign in as a visitor.
- Breakfast – Hollways Beach Café on the beachfront under the palms. Their Eggs Florentine are a real treat as is their standard scrambled eggs and bacon.
- Lunch – for marvellous Mexican try Montezuma’s in Sheridan Street Cairns. Authentic textures and flavours and a great selection of dishes. The best Nachos going. Friendly staff and excellent service.
- Good old fashioned pub food – try the Rattle ‘n’ Hum on the Esplanade Cairns. A varied menu and a great range of freshly cooked pizzas.
- Romantic dinner beneath the stars – try Lunaco at Trinity Beach. Very Italian and very good, it is a lovely restaurant in a lovely tropical setting.
- Another good pub – try the Ellis Beach Hotel on the highway north to Port Douglas. A great lunch spot with all the typical pub fare, nicely done at reasonable prices.
- Indian – Spicy Bite on the Esplanade Cairns. Once again very authentic with a varied menu. This food is fresh, succulent and tasty and the service is first rate. If you’re hankering for a curry, some Na’an or a spicy samosa this is the spot.
- Breakfast, lunch, anytime – Eighty Café – at the roundabout Corner Woodward and Pease Streets Edge Hill. Great brekkies and lunches. Also a good spot to pop into for a quick coffee during the day.
- And finally, Chinese – A Taste of China – you must visit this fantastic restaurant in Abbott Street in the heat of the city. A great menu where the spices and flavours come together wonderfully well. The food is excellent as is the service. It’s a top spot and you ought to book there.
After all the heavy rain and the road being closed in numerous locations between Carins and Chillagoe I am happy to say it is now open all the way and our Chillagoe Caves & Outback Tour will be running from Monday the 26th March as normal.
The outback at present is beautiful and green with lots of wildlife from Frilled Neck Lizards to Emus, Wedge Tail Eagles and lots of Kangaroos and Wallabies all out and about.
If you want to experience the outback and see wonderful agent 400 million year old Limestone caves with a real WOW factor, then come with us and see for yourself.
After all the heavy rain early in the week and the Captain Cook Highway being closed at Buchans Point, just north of Cairns, we are now back and operating as of 22nd March, we are getting all the way through to Emmagen Creek north of Cape Tribulation with our high clearance 4WD vehicles and not having any problems. We are seeing lots of crocodiles, pythons, on the Daintree River Cruise and we are seeing a resident Male Cassowary and chick on our guided board walk.
Looking for something to do come and join us.
With a great position looking down Blue lagoon to the Macalister Range and Earl Hill, this modern spacious home has everything for the family on holiday. Great views, lovely swimming pool with inbuilt spa which is heated from May to September, outdoor Gazebo , spa bath, air-conditioning throughout and a 2 car garage. Sleeps up to 8 people. Short walk to Trinity Beach, and only a 20 minute drive to Cairns City Centre. Contact us and ask about booking 'Eden' for your holiday visit to Cairns.
The Sit Down Comedy Club opened the Cairns Comedy season for 2012 to a full house of 260 people and 13 fabulous contestants at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival's RAW COMEDY open mic competition.
All the upcoming shows at the Cairns Comedy Club are now locked in and ready for you amusement. Fiona O'Loughlin, Chris Franklin, Greg Sullivan, Nik Coppin and more...Check out whos performing at www.festivalsupnorth.com.
Did you know if your birthday is on a Cairns Comedy Club date that you can come celebrate your birthday with us for free? That's right, for a hassle free birthday with guarenteed laughs, grab your friends and head to the Sit Down Comedy Club. *Proof of id required for refund or free entry
Starting from the 1st of March 2012 Wetrez Cameras will be running a 3 month long GoPro/Action camera Video Competition. The winner gets to choose from two awesome prize packs for the best new video uploaded to Youtube/Vimeo after the 1st of March 2012.
PRIZE PACK OPTION ONE – GO PRO HERO 2 PACKAGE OF YOUR CHOICE
EITHER SURF, MOTORSPORTS OR OUTDOOR PACKAGE (VALUE $399)
PRIZE PACK OPTION TWO – DIVE PACKAGE FOR YOUR GO PRO
GO PRO TRAY MOUNT BY SRP + BLURFIX FLAT LENS + URPRO RED FILTER + GOPOLE MINI + ANTI FOG INSERTS (VALUE $399)
RUNNER UP PRIZE – $129 WETREZ GIFT CARD FOR GOPRO PRODUCTS.
Competition will run for 3 months from the 1st of March and the Winner will be announced via the Wetrez facebook page and website after the end of May.
Three entries will be selected based on highest view count on Youtube/Vimeo, Wetrez staff will then select the overall winner and the runner up. Each of the top three videos will be posted on the Wetrez facebook and website.
Video must be filmed with a GoPro Camera or similar action camera, any content is fine, use catchy titles, music and of course use your initiative and creativity while editing.
Most importantly don’t forget to promote your videos via social media to get your views up.
Like www.facebook.com/wetrez to check out all the of the entries.
Sample Videos and Conditions of Entry can be found on our website.
If you are planning a drive from Yorkeys Knob to Port Douglas (or further north) allow some time to take a left turn into Hartleys Crododile Advertures. It is the opportunity of a lifetime to get up, close and personal with alot of crocodiles - and some are quite imposing indeed.
Try feeding time - see them in their more active state. Take the river cruise and see Crocs leaping out of the water.
It is not only crocodiles either. Other wildlife include cassawaries, koalas, snakes, and other tropical birds.
Hartleys Crododile Adventures is a short drive from Cairns Beach Holiday Apartment www.cairnsbeachholidays.com.au. Or you can arrange to be collected from the apartment.
Cairns Beach Holiday Apartment is located opposite a beautiful beach with 2.5 bedrooms and all a luxury apartment could offer.
Enjoy!
Cairns Regional Gallery opened on July 15th 1995 in a beautifully refurbished heritage building in central Cairns. The gallery has 4 separate exhibition spaces and actively promotes local artists work. It also has many workshops for Adults throughout the year and classes for children during the school holidays. Current exhibitions include Nalda Searles: Drifting in my own land, and Tim Storrier Photography 1971 - 2005, both running until 8th April 2012. The Gallery Shop has a wide range of ceramics, glassware and easy to pack presents like prints, jewellery, books and cards. Stop off at Perottas Cafe for a great cup of coffee or a tasty lunch.
If you missed the last one (710 AD) and don't want to wait for the next one (April 25, 2237) be sure to be in Cairns for the solar eclipse on November 14, 2012. It will happen at 6.40 am and will be a dark experience as the moon covers the sun. Be there for this historic event!
If you want to stay on the beach in beautiful Yorkeys Knob where you can have a beach view of the eclipse why not book your accommodation at Cairns Beachfront Holiday Apartment
www.cairnsbeachholidays.com.au
A luxury 2.5 bedroom apartment on the ground floor with direct access to the pool. The rates for the solar eclipse are $275 per night for 4 people, minimum 3 nights.
If you are planning to be in Cairns on the 21st Feb and have always wanted to join up with a Zumba class, now's your chance! A Zumba world record attempt is being held at Fogarty Park, the Esplanade.
From the Columbian word meaning to "move fast and have fun" Zumba is popular with all age groups. Be at Fogarty Park before 5.30pm. The instructors will show you what to do and the class will last for 30 minutes of action packed fun. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of water. You can jump into the Lagoon afterwards to cool down!
It's never been easier to get here.
The major airlines have increased flights for Cairns.
Jetstar has announced an additional 4 flights a week from Melbourne making a
total of 25 each week.
Virgin has put on six extra flights from Brisbane. This means a flight from
Brisbane every day except Saturday.
Tiger Airways is also flying daily flights from Melbourne.
These flights are in addition to the existing schedules.
Now there's no reason why you shouldn't make the trip to the far north.
The holiday of a lifetime awaits!
If you want to stay in arguably Cairns most beautiful beach right on the beach at Yorkeys Knob stay at Cairns Beach Holiday Apartment www.cairnsbeachholidays.com.au
Cairns Beach Holiday Apartment is a luxury 2.5 bedroom apartment all you could want for your holiday with direct access to the lap pool and opposite the beach.
Get together with your family or friends this Easter and spend some time in our beautiful area of Far North Queensland. We have homes available for the Easter Holidays to suit a group size of up to 15 people! Contact Cairns Holiday Homes for details by phone or through the website booking form.
We have a section on the Cairns Holiday Homes website which is called 'Things to Do' - a top ten list of our favourite places to visit. Our blog will also provide ideas and photos of things to do that are generally not found in Tourist Information Centres. You can find us on Facebook if you are a fan of social networking www.facebook.com/cairnsholidayhomes. Join us by 'liking' our page and if you have had great service or a good day trip during your visit to Cairns, tell others about it by posting on the wall.
It does not have to be expensive to have fun in Cairns.... Do what the locals do, jump in the car, hire a bike or pack a picnic in a backpack and set out to walk one of the many National Park walking tracks in the area. Cairns City Council provide small handbook guides for cycling and walking, usually found in the library or at the council chambers.
Called the "Rolls-Royce of Cruising" by Nick Dalton of the Cairns Post (monday jan 9th), The Queen Mary 2 will anchor for a day off Yorkeys Knob on the 19th February.
Visitors to A Villa Gail will have front row seats to see this impressive ship which can carry up to 4340 passengers and crew. The 2 bedroom apartment and studio rooms are available. If you are staying in the Cairns area, do not miss out on seeing her. The Queen Mary 2 leaves from her Yorkeys anchorage at 6pm.
Yesterday, I took off on a road trip to Port Douglas with a friend and her daughter for the day. What a day! The weather in North Queensland has been just picture perfect and the views along the coast were stunning. Visitors to Cairns should not miss out on this drive. Take your time, stop at Ellis Beach, the Rex Lookout, in fact anywhere there is a safe parking spot and get out to enjoy the views.
Port Douglas is a wonderful spot for those who like to shop, have a long chatty lunch with a glass of wine or just spend a lazy day on the beach. More photos on our website blog soon.
This wonderful hillside holiday home at Yorkeys Knob is still available if you are coming to compete in Challenge Cairns, part of Cairns Airport Adventure Festival . 27th May to the 4th June.
3.8km Swim, 180km ride, 42.2km run.... Sunday 3rd June 2012 Yorkeys is a great place to stay for this event. A Villa Gail can take up to 8 guests. Gail, the owner, lives on site. Not suitable for small children. Contact us now for more information
