Dr Mays Island. Once the southern bank of the Elliott River, the island was formed when erosion following a cyclone in 1952 changed the river mouth a

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Dr Mays Island. Once the southern bank of the Elliott River, the island was formed when erosion following a cyclone in 1952 changed the river mouth and created a new channel. Erosion continues to eat away at what little high ground and vegetation remain. Elliott Heads, near Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia

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