I love Gladstone marina.  Now, I am not a big fan of marinas, they are just a necessity in certain parts for refuelling, provisioning, sheltering from weather, repairs or a good shower.  However, Gladstone marina is exceptional.  Knowledgeable and helpful staff, excellent facilities, showers, lounge, courtesy bus into town and all set-in park surrounds, quite chill and relaxed.  I don’t expect it’s a place for serious repairs and maintenance (there is no sailmaker) but a great stop over marina.