[1] The suburb is one of the oldest in the city but has undergone significant development over many decades.

It is home to some of the city's top attractions including The Strand, the waterpark, and the rockpool.

North Ward is home to the beachside area known as The Strand, which overlooks Magnetic Island.

[3] Kissing Point is a headland at the most northerly part of North Ward.

[4] North Ward Road (Warburton Street) runs through from north-west to south-east.

[15] St Patrick's College was establied by the Sisters of Mercy on 1 January 1904.