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Howard is a sweet little town, close enough to the centres of Maryborough and Hervey Bay to be convenient, but far enough away to be quiet and safe. There are 2 small supermarkets that stock pretty much everything you need. Not great for a weekly shop (bit expensive) but great if you've run out of milk, chicken food, or flea treatment for the dog. Only a 6 minute drive to Torbanlea State School which won educator of the year 2013 for the Fraser Coast Region; although Howard does have a small public school of its own.
Has a great community spirit. The local community centre hosts a variety of activities through the year. Home to Burrum Coal Discovery Festival (2013 Regional Tourist Event of the Year Finalist)
There is a public bus that goes to Maryborough, but not frequently. The TiltTrain stops in at Howard Train Station. Other than that, though, there is no public transport.