Located off the East coast of Australia Fraser Island is a "Sand Island".completely made of sand and is the biggest sand Island in the world. There are other examples of sand islands and they are "Moreton Island " and " North Stradbroke Island" which lie south of Fraser Island, both off the east coast of Australia. Fraser Island is a Heritage listed island and is located approximately 200 klms (120 miles ) north of Brisbane as well as being the biggest sand island in the world at 1840 sq.klms.Fraser Island is the largest island on the east coast and the largest in the state of Queensland and also Australia's sixth largest island. The dingo (native dogs ) found on Fraser Island are reputed to be among the last pure breeds of the species and dogs are prevented from being taken to the island to prevent inter-breeding. This is an extremely popular Island for Australians on camping and fishing vacations.
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