


15 Lesser-Known National Parks in Queensland
Unearth new adventures in these amazing national parks
With more than 1,000 protected areas across the state, Queensland is bursting with enchanting and soul-nourishing national parks.
But while travellers are familiar with famous favourites…

Fraser Coast Flavours: New festival for foodies in 2023
Discover new favourites at Fraser Coast Flavours
Are you looking to spice up your Spring?
Look no further than Fraser Coast Flavours, a new one-day food and beverage festival taking place in Hervey Bay’s Seafront Oval on 2 September 2023.
A…

The Story Bank: Where imagination comes to life
Discover the magic of Mary Poppins at The Story Bank
Visiting The Story Bank in Maryborough, Qld, is like discovering a secret realm steeped in magic, mystery, and nostalgia.
Here you’ll find a unique selection of stories unlike anywhere…

Bundaberg: The Ecotourist’s dream come true!
Home of Australia's vital loggerhead turtle rookery
Want to experience a destination dedicated to sustainable practices and environmental conservation?
Then look no further than the Bundaberg Region, Australia, the southern-most destination…

New Age Adventures: A great way to see Australia
How Melbourne couple Bryan and Lyndel did it!
Have you ever dreamed of packing it all in and exploring Australia with a caravan?
Melbourne couple Bryan Crow and Lyndel Harris did just that—quit their jobs as a florist/funeral director…

All Aboard The Mary Valley Rattler!
Travel back in time on a classic steam train
Have you ever wanted to travel back in time? If so, and you’re in the Sunshine Coast or Gympie areas, then you’re in luck… well, almost.
Riding the iconic Spirit of the Mary Valley Steam…

You, me and Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island: The best wedding anniversary pressie ever!
By Brian Pickering and Kaye Browne
It’s funny how people perceive other people’s lives. Take for example the reaction when we messaged a few friends and family we were about…

Aquatic Ctr crowned the best
Maryborough swim centre is simply the best!
26/10/22
Have you been to the Maryborough Aquatic Centre?
If not, you're missing out – it has taken out the AustSwim State and National awards for the best large swim centre in Australia!
That…

Muttaburrasaurus: The dinosaur people dig
Muttaburrasaurus langdoni has been voted as Queensland's state fossil emblem. The plant-eating dinosaur was discovered in 1963 and named after the Central Queensland town of Muttaburra, the hometown of Jocelyn's father, William C. Scott. Read…

Discover Sydney’s art and soul
Sydney's Art & Soul, a must-read for culture travellers
05 Oct 2022
With its lively arts scene and nature's artistry on show at every turn, creative energy charges through the harbour city.
Now, as a jam-packed calendar of world-class…

New Rotary Peace Pole is a sight to see
Rotary Peace Pole: A reminder to strive for world peace
Have you seen the new Rotary Peace Pole outside the Brolga Theatre in the Queensland city of Maryborough yet? It's a beautiful sight.
The pole, consisting of three elements, is a hand-crafted…

7 Top Spots for a Romantic Getaway
Romantic getaway: A lovers' guide to a day in Canberra
Looking to whisk your partner away for a romantic night in Australia's capital city, Canberra?
Whether you're new to Canberra or just looking for something different, this guide will…

Whale Watching for Citizen Scientists
Join the fun of whale watching and citizen science
Attention citizen scientists! Now’s your chance to join the fun of collecting data while out whale watching and helping researchers better understand our world.
Don’t know what citizen…

Maryborough Open Gardens
Sneak peek at Maryborough Open Gardens
If you love gardens, then you won’t want to miss the annual Maryborough Open Gardens event, held each year in late August.
From traditional gardens to those with a more modern twist, the event is…

Jumpers and Jazz in July: Qld’s quirky festival
9 reasons to visit Jumpers and Jazz in July
Looking for a fun-filled winter getaway in Queensland? Head to the Queensland city of Warwick for Jumpers and Jazz in July.
The 10-day festival celebrates winter with all the exuberant colours…

In The Footsteps Of Giants: Dinosaurs in Qld
Journey to Queensland's lost world of dinosaurs
In Part Two of our series on dinosaurs, Peter Woodland takes you through Charleville and Barcaldine before heading deeper into Queensland where you can find more prehistoric reptile fossils near…

In The Footsteps of Giants: Dinosaur Trails
Explore dinosaur trails less travelled
Have you ever wanted to take a journey in the footsteps of giants? One that is less travelled by man, and full of prehistoric wonder!
Well, now's your chance because Australia’s dinosaur trails have…

Coat of Arms: Maryborough, Qld
The story behind Maryborough’s coat of arms
Did you know that Maryborough, Queensland, has its own coat of arms? If you’re visiting the Heritage City, you can see its coat of arms on a wall facing the Town Hall Green. Titled 'The Crest’,…

Croquet: A great Way To Enjoy A Holiday
Croquet clubs make for great travel destinations
Have you ever played croquet? No?! Well, it's definitely time to add it to your bucket list!
While visiting the Queensland city of Bundaberg, members of the Bundaberg Croquet Club introduced…

Get inspired by these 9 WA culture experiences
Add some Western Australia culture to your bucket list
Western Australia is a vast and beautiful part of the world, with plenty to offer travellers looking for new cultural experiences.
From bustling city life to countryside exploration…

Lightning Ridge: discover desert wonders in NSW
Unearth the Gems of Lightning Ridge
Opals aren't the only gems of Lightning Ridge — discover natural desert wonders and eccentric monuments, and unearth underground art galleries and a moonscape of mines in this New South Wales outback…

NSW: 6 Great Ways to Refresh Your Connection
Explore NSW's best-kept secrets
When was the last time you really connected with New South Wales (NSW)?
Sure, you may have taken a trip to inner Sydney or one of the other popular tourist destinations, but did you get out of the inner city…

4 Top Pairings of Wine And Art in Australia
When two worlds combine: a revolution of wine and art
Could there be a more fruitful pairing than wine and art?
With 'paint and sip' studios popping up all over the country, Australian wine and art enthusiasts can't get enough of this captivating…

Explore NSW’s 8 new cuisine hotspots
New multi-cultural cuisine, cycling tours and more
We're always on the lookout for good cuisine and new experiences when travelling.
Whether it's a hole-in-the-wall spot or a Michelin-starred restaurant, we love tasting local cuisine as…

Titanic Memorial Cruise 10th Anniversary
Titanic Memorial Cruise 2012 Remembered
The RMS Titanic is a ship that will be forever remembered for its sinking on April 14/15, 1912.
One hundred and ten years have passed since the tragedy when more than 1500 lives were lost.
Ten years…

Walk on the Wild Side
Darran takes photographers for a walk on the wild side
Darran Leal has locked eyes with lions in Africa and anacondas in the Amazon but facing his wife’s stare as he returned from a K'gari (Fraser Island) expedition with a salt-ridden car…

5 Ways to Discover K’gari
Discover The Beauty of K’gari (Fraser Island)
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it's tough to find a place that lets you truly switch off and unwind.
Thankfully, the tranquil beauty of the World Heritage-listed K’gari (Fraser…

Discover Boulder Opal
Fancy Hunting for Boulder Opal? Start at Winton
If you’ve ever fancied yourself striking it lucky on an Australian opal field but felt it was daunting, the annual Winton Opal Festival is your chance to get the lowdown on all things Boulder…

Tour Hinchinbrook with Swainie
Top 5 ways to unwind with a reef tour
If you’re looking for a top spot to relax, far away from city crowds and office desks, the Hinchinbrook Channel near Cardwell is one of the best in Queensland.
Port of Call skipper Annette Swaine lives…

Fraser Island Adventure
Attention travellers: Are you looking for a Fraser Island adventure?
IT'S NO secret that Fraser Island is one of Australia's top tourist destinations, and as such the world's largest sand island is well-advertised across the world for adventure.
But…

Tully hosts white water rafting title
Why hold world-class white water rafting championships at Tully?
Watching all the adrenalin pumping action on the first day of the 2018 Pre-World White Water Rafting Championship on 11 May was certainly a highlight of my five-week house-sitting…

Discovering chocolate
Let's discover chocolate: is it really a fruit?
Chocolate lovers rejoice – the love of your life is a fruit! Well, that is according to Chris and Lynn Jahnke’s light-hearted theory.
“Chocolate is made from seeds of cocoa fruit, so in…

Comfort Bears from old jeans
Anthropologist finds her groove making Comfort Bears
Unemployed anthropologist Vickie Hartland has found her groove up-cycling old jeans to create Comfort Bears for people around the globe.
“Making Comfort Bears is my accidental business,”…

Sashaying on Pure Spirit
Pure Spirit of adventure on the waves
For a landlubber more used to hoofing it across cow paddocks than sailing, when 'Captain Awesome' spoke of jibing, I thought he was into dancing.
You know, jiving! That’s the international ballroom…

Discovery Festival Fun
Discovery Festival: Rock Around The Croc
When the 2017 Discovery Festival at Cooktown kicked off, even the wildlife put on a stunning show to welcome the deluge of visitors.
Spotted on a bank of the Annan River just south of the town in Far…
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