A Whale of a time in Hervey Bay

The huge Humpback whale was close to extinction when the international whaling agreement was signed not long ago. These magnificent mammals migrate along Australia's East Coast from the Antarctic to the tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. On the way, most whales stop for a rest in the sheltered waters near Hervey Bay, Queensland.

Over the last few years the whales and whale-watching boats have formed an interesting relationship, making a whale-watching trip from Hervey Bay a fabulous experience. Article describes what one can expect to see on one of Australia's major tourist attractions.

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