Arcadia, Queensland


Arcadia is a coastal suburb of Magnetic Island in the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. The town of Alma Bay is within the suburb.

Geography

Arcadia is predominantly residential with around 97% of the dwellings being housing or unit type dwellings.

Education

There are no schools in Arcadia. The nearest primary school is in Nelly Bay on the island. The nearest secondary school is Townsville State High School in Railway Estate in the Townsville mainland.

Attractions

Arcadia is also home to Alma Bay and Geoffrey Bay, which are the Island's best known beaches. It is also home to Centaur Guest House, a World War 2 house built in memory of the hospital ship Centaur.
Arcadia is home to the famous toad racing and a small population of rock wallabies.