IMBIL, Queensland

Imbil is the largest town in the lower Mary Valley, in Queensland, Australia, with an estimated population of 600 people.

Like most country towns, it has a warm community with many active groups, and that, combined with its picturesque main street perched on the banks of Yabba Creek, is one of its main attractions.

Volunteers organise an annual country show, local Sunday markets and the Friday night youth group, as well as various events throughout the year.

Visitors looking for accommodation on the Sunshine Coast will find it a great base for their holiday. Camping grounds and caravan parks are are available, as well as cabins and B&Bs, and you can take day trips into the Imbil forestry, visit Fraser Island or swim at the beach, coming back to our country peace and quiet in the evening.

Or visitors come to try their luck fishing at Borumba Dam, where the saratoga is a common catch, or to pack a picnic and take the four-wheel-drive for a run to Jimna, kayak on the creek, or to simply soak up the country air and slow down again.

You can do as much ... or as little ... as you like in Imbil.

Take a green break ... in the scenic Mary Valley                                      Updated 06/09/10