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K’gari

K’gari is a large sand island off southeastern Queensland. Dunes, forests and perched freshwater lakes make it an important example of landscape diversity on sandy substrates.

Fast Facts

  • Historically known as Fraser Island.
  • Official name K’gari adopted in 2023.
  • World’s largest sand island by area.
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