Welcome to Herald, a Tropical island in the Coral Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Herald unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Geography and size of Herald
Size: 0.797 km²
Coastline: 5.2 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Coral Sea
Continent: Oceania
Herald is a Tiny Island spanning 0.797 km² with a coastline of 5.2 km.
Archipel: –
Tectonic Plate: Australia – A major tectonic plate covering Australia, New Zealand, and parts of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, known for its relative stability and occasional seismic activity.
The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -19.02922445 / Longitude: 146.63519837
Climate and weather of Herald
Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Savanna, Wet
Temperature: Hot
Climate Characteristics: Defined by distinct wet and dry seasons with high temperatures year-round. Pronounced rainfall occurs during the wet season, while the dry season is marked by drought.
Topography and nature of Herald
Timezone: UTC+10:00
Timezone places: Australia/Sydney
Max. Elevation: 10 m
Mean Elevation: 5 m
Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Tree Coverage: 58%
The mean elevation is 5 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 10 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.
Dominating Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Comprising mainly of grasses, herbs, and ferns, these areas are common in prairies, meadows, and savannas, and can vary widely in species composition. Herald has a tree cover of 58 %.
Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.
Infrastructure and Travelling to Herald
Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Herald. The nearest airport is Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville, located 28 km away.
Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Herald. The closest major port is TOWNSVILLE, approximately 32 km away.
The mean population of Herald is 1 per km². Herald is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Australia.
Continuing your journey, Magnetic is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
Herald Island | History with a Nice View
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SOLD - 92 The Terrace, Herald Island - Leila Morris and Zoe-Lou Morris
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90 The Terrace, Herald Island - Peter Inwood and Elaine Wang
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SOLD - 77 The Terrace, Herald Island - Leila Morris and Alex de Roode
This property has now been sold Spectacular Panoramic Harbour Views ...
This property has now been sold Spectacular Panoramic Harbour Views for Sale Property Number - 927374: ...
SOLD - 74 The Terrace, Herald Island - Zoe-Lou Morris and Leila Morris
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1953: Herald Island Falls to The State
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SOLD - 11 The Terrace, Herald Island - Leila Morris and Zoe-Lou Morris
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This property has now been sold Endless Harbour Views on SINGLE LEVEL Living Property Number - 812773: ...
SOLD - 2 The Terrace, Herald Island - Zoe-Lou Morris and Leila Morris
This property has now been sold Charismatic Island Sanctuary Property ...
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SOLD - 12 Twin Wharf Road, Herald Island - Leila Morris
This property has now been sold Waters Edge Right On Your Doorstep ...
This property has now been sold Waters Edge Right On Your Doorstep Property Number - 775645: ...
SOLD - 4 Coleman Avenue, Herald Island - Zoe-Lou Morris and Leila Morris
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EP 1 SHOPPING FROM HERALD ISLAND TO GREENHITHE
SOLD - 21 The Terrace, Herald Island - Leila Morris and Zoe-Lou Morris
This property has now been sold Solid Home and Income on Herald ...
This property has now been sold Solid Home and Income on Herald Island! Property Number - 807104: ...
SOLD - 3 Holgate Avenue, Herald Island - Zoe-Lou Morris and Leila Morris
This property has now been sold Deadline Sale - Golden Opportunity ...
This property has now been sold Deadline Sale - Golden Opportunity Herald Island! Property Number - 827766: ...
SOLD - 6 The Terrace, Herald Island - Anik Arundel and Leila Morris
This property has now been sold Waterfront Project with Heart Property ...
SOLD - 9 The Terrace, Herald Island - Leila Morris and Zoe-Lou Morris
This property has now been sold Charming & Charismatic with ...
This property has now been sold Charming & Charismatic with Spectacular Harbour Views Property Number - 820643: ...
38 The Terrace, Herald Island
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Australia is classified as Developed region: nonG7: Developed economies outside of the Group of Seven, characterized by high income and advanced economic structures. The level of income is High income: OECD.
News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Herald
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Herald. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.
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Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.
