Hervey Bay has lots to offer and this is a town that caters for everyone … including families. Hervey Bay … the city … is located on the sub-tropical Queensland coast just 3.5 hours north of Brisbane and within sight of the world famous Fraser Island and is a combination of what was once four small villages. Hervey Bay is one of the major growth centres in Australia and, thanks to its mild climate and numerous attractions, it’s also a major tourist destination all year round.