Published on Monday, July 20, 2009 by John Bates by John Bates Sometimes known as Straddie by people from Brisbane, North Stradbroke Island is the classic beach holiday. A little more than 30 km (19 miles) southeast of Brisbane and the Gold Coast, it is positioned at the southern end of Moreton Bay. At 30 km (19 mile) long, it is one of the worlds biggest, boasting beautiful beaches, a rugged coastline and inland f...