North Stradbroke Island (affectionately known as "Straddie") is located just one hour from Brisbane or the Gold Coast, in Queensland, Australia. The island is surrounded by the crystal clear waters of the South Pacific Ocean to its east, and the sheltered waters of Moreton Bay to the west. 

Whales, dolphins, turtles and manta rays are just part of Straddie's wonderful variety of marine life.  With kilometres of unspoiled, white sandy beaches, Straddie is popular for surfing, sailing, swimming, four wheel driving and fishing.

The 3 towns on the island are linked by sealed roads, however much of the island is only accessible in by 4 wheel drive.

Straddie's wide range of accommodation includes camping grounds, holiday units and houses, backpacker hostels , hotels and resorts.

Dunwich is the first stop for most visitors to Straddie.  This is where the water taxi's and vehicle barges stop. There are several shops, a museum, art gallery and a historical cemetery. 

There is much Aboriginal and European history surrounding this small town.  The Stradbroke Island Tourism office provides maps for a self-guided historical walk.