Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
W Palm Bay Resort
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Whitsunday Regional Council Planning Scheme 2014
Height Limit
9m (2 storeys)
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Long Island is a small residential community in the Whitsundays with limited on-site schooling options. Most families access nearby Proserpine schools or services in the broader Mackay region. Catholic and independent alternatives are further afield. Always verify current catchment zones with the QLD Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Long Island is likely zoned for Long Island State School (primary) and Proserpine State High School (secondary) under QLD Education catchment boundaries.
Nearby schools
Proserpine State High School
In catchmentProserpine State School
In catchmentLong Island State School
In catchmentSt. Catherine's Catholic School
Mackay State High School
Cannonvale State School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
W Palm Bay Resort is located on Long Island in the Whitsundays, an island destination with minimal traffic congestion. Access is primarily via ferry services from the mainland, with local traffic limited to resort vehicles and minimal private vehicle movement.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Negligible impact on the island itself. Peak impact occurs at mainland ferry terminals during tourist season peak arrival/departure times (8-10am and 3-5pm), but does not directly affect on-island traffic.
Public Transport
Ferry service from Shute Harbour (approximately 15km mainland distance) operates multiple daily services. No local bus or public transport on Long Island; resort provides shuttle services for guests.
Public Transport
No public transport stops found within 1.5km.
Flood Risk
Long Island, Whitsundays is a small island locality with low to moderate flood risk primarily from storm surge, cyclonic rainfall, and localised runoff rather than riverine flooding. The island has no major catchments or flood study overlays comparable to major Queensland river systems. Risk is predominantly cyclone-related given the coastal Whitsundays location, with building standards and site-specific hazard assessment more relevant than traditional riverine flood planning overlays.
Planning Controls
- •Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA) Flood Hazard overlay assessment if within mapped flood hazard areas
- •Whitsunday Regional Council Development Control Plan (DCP) provisions for natural hazards
- •Building Code of Australia (BCA) minimum floor level requirements for cyclone and storm surge risk
- •Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act considerations for coastal/island development
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Long Island, Whitsundays is located in a coastal island setting with moderate bushfire risk. The property would typically fall within BAL-19 under Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping due to surrounding eucalyptus woodland and grassland vegetation. While island and coastal location provides some natural protection, vegetation density and dry season conditions warrant standard AS 3959 construction compliance measures.
Crime & Safety
Long Island in the Whitsundays region experiences crime rates below Queensland state averages, typical of regional island communities with smaller permanent populations. Property-related offences including theft and malicious damage represent the majority of incidents. The area maintains relatively stable crime conditions supported by strong community policing presence in the island tourism sector.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Long Island and surrounding Whitsundays precincts are experiencing modest but steady tourism-driven development activity. Investment remains focused on resort upgrades, waterfront redevelopment in Airlie Beach, and lifestyle residential subdivisions in accessible mainland areas like Cannonvale. Infrastructure projects supporting marine tourism and boating remain key council priorities in this Queensland coastal region.
Long Island Resort Expansion
0 kmResort infrastructure upgrades and accommodation expansion on Long Island itself, supporting tourism growth in the Whitsundays.
Airlie Beach Waterfront Redevelopment
8 kmMajor waterfront precinct renewal including retail, dining, and residential components in the primary Whitsundays tourism hub.
Recent Residential Subdivision - Cannonvale
6 kmMedium-density residential estates catering to tourism worker accommodation and lifestyle purchasers in expanding Cannonvale.
Marina and Boat Facilities Upgrade
7 kmPlanned upgrade to boating infrastructure and mooring facilities supporting the substantial marine tourism industry.
Tourism Accommodation DA - Shute Harbour Precinct
4 kmSmall-to-medium scale tourist accommodation development in the Shute Harbour departure point area.
Heritage & Conservation
Long Island, Whitsundays is a predominantly modern residential and resort development area with minimal heritage overlay restrictions. The primary heritage significance lies in the natural environment of the surrounding Whitsunday Islands National Park rather than built heritage. Individual properties are unlikely to be subject to heritage restrictions or conservation area controls.
Nearby Heritage Items