1/348 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach QLD 4802
For Sale by EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
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The property has Ducted Air Conditioning, Staff Room and two (2) Toilets including disabled.
With District Centre zoning, the options are diverse-perfect for a national retailer, a health or wellness operator, or an entertainment concept designed to capture both locals and the constant flow of visitors.
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The Power of Location - Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach is more than just a town-it's the beating heart of the Whitsundays and the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.
• In 2024, the Whitsunday region welcomed 897,000 visitors.
• Of these, 709,000 were domestic travellers and 188,000 international visitors.
• Visitor spending has surged past $1 billion annually, fuelling local business growth and opportunity.
This growth trajectory has already surpassed pre-COVID visitor levels (~851,000 in 2019), proving Airlie Beach's resilience and continued rise as a tourism hotspot.
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Cruise Ship Visitor Impact
Airlie Beach is not only a tourism hub by land and air-it is also a major cruise ship destination for Australia.
• In the 2022-23 season, the Whitsundays welcomed around 80 cruise ships, bringing well over 180,000 passengers.
• By the 2024-25 season, the number of cruise ship visits is projected to reach approximately 90, with many vessels carrying between 2,600 and 4,400 passengers each.
• Major international cruise liners such as Discovery Princess, Voyager of the Seas, Celebrity Solstice, and Celebrity Edge are scheduled to call into Airlie Beach.
This constant influx of short-stay visitors generates surges of foot traffic and spending power in the township. Businesses positioned within walking distance of the port and main strip-such as this property-are ideally placed to capitalise on these passenger arrivals.
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Why Visitors Choose Airlie Beach
• Natural Wonders: Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, the Great Barrier Reef, and Conway National Park.
• Adventure & Lifestyle: Sailing, snorkeling, reef tours, skydiving, hiking, and scenic flights.
• Vibrant Township: Cafés, restaurants, markets, bars, and year-round festivals.
• Cruise Destination: A major port of call for domestic and international cruise ships.
• Accessibility: Just 25 minutes from Whitsunday Coast Airport, plus direct connections to the islands.
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An Exciting Opportunity
With strong local demand and ever-growing visitor numbers, this cleared and flexible property is perfectly positioned for:
• A flagship retail presence.
• A cutting-edge health or wellness centre.
• A unique entertainment or experience-driven business.
The combination of location, scale, and market momentum makes this one of the most exciting commercial opportunities in Airlie Beach today.
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Expressions of Interest close 5:00 PM, 17 October 2025 (unless sold earlier).
Contact Brett Dwyer on 0447 583 759 or brett.dwyer@raywhite.com for more details.
The size of Airlie Beach is approximately 2.5 square kilometres. There are 9 parks, covering nearly 6.1% of the total area. The population of Airlie Beach in 2016 was 1208 people. By 2021 the population was 1312 showing a population growth of 8.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Airlie Beach is 20-29 years. Households in Airlie Beach are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Airlie Beach work in a community and personal service occupation.In 2021, 47.60% of the homes in Airlie Beach were owner-occupied compared with 43.00% in 2016.
Airlie Beach has 1,893 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Airlie Beach have seen a 56.32% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 118.44% increase. As at 30 April 2026:
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