Located only minutes from the ferry terminal for trips to Magnetic Island and the outer Barrier Reef, Jupiters Casino and the Entertainment Centre, Reef HQ Tropical reef aquarium, Maritime Museum and the Strand (beachfront esplanade). 5 km south west of the city centre, Park Haven, Mater, and new Base Hospital and various medical facilities. 1km from the Murray Sporting Complex, 5 km to Lavarak Army Barracks, 2 km to the Townsville RSL Club, within 1km there are over 20 restaurants.