Maryborough was settled in 1847 and proclaimed a City in 1905, Maryborough was the port for wool, timber and sugar industries and the supply centre for the Gympie goldfields. Some 22,000 migrants entered Australia directly from Europe by sailing ship through the Port of Maryborough from 1859.

When the Port of Maryborough was at its zenith in the last half of the 1800's.  It was Australia's second largest port and a gateway to 22,0000 migrants.  While the port has long grown dormant, its history and gloriously preserved buildings remain as Portside, Maryboroughs largest tourist destination.

Maryborough has a significant historical precinct and became a City of regional influence. With golden memories of the past, a bright future, modern facilities, 19th century charm and friendly people, Maryborough is a great place to live, raise a family, establish a business or retire.

Some 3 hours drive north of Brisbane (the capital City of Queensland), Maryborough, with a population of 26,000 is the dominant commercial centre for the surrounding local government areas of Woocoo; Tiaro and West Hervey Bay. 

There is something for everyone in Maryborough.  Our love of sport and our first class sporting facilities scored us the title of "Sporting Capital of Queensland" A drive around Maryborough reveals the beauty of our built heritage so carefully and thoughtfully preserved.  Come find out for yourself why we're the heart of the happiest region.