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Central NSW, Its not called Explorer Country For Nothing

admin | 2008-11-21 | From the gold rush towns of Sofala and Hill End to remote sheep stations, a holiday to Explorer Country in Central NSW, provides the visitor with an unforgettable bush experience. | read more

Unwind in Bountiful Batemans Bay to the Energising Eden, NSW.

admin | 2008-11-20 | 52km’s south of Ulladulla lies Batemans Bay. Here you can have the awesome experience of seeing the Kangaroos at the beautiful Pebbly Beach or enjoy the plentiful reef fishing activities. There is a variety of accommodation to suit all needs. | read more

Explore Culburra Beach to Ulladulla, South Coast NSW

admin | 2008-11-20 | Heading to the coast to start your holiday? Why not head straight for Culburra Beach. With somewhere to stay in everyone’s price range you will not run out of things to see. | read more

Holiday Ideas Around Kiama & Shell Harbour, South Coast NSW

admin | 2008-11-20 | Only a few hours drive south from Sydney, visitors staying in accommodation on the South Coast of NSW can find a charming strip of pristine coastline offering the sandy coves around Kiama to the surfing beaches of Shoalhaven. | read more

3 Must-Do Activites When Staying In The Murray Region, NSW

admin | 2008-11-20 | The Murray region in New South Wales is a great place to holiday and enjoy a variety of experiences in regional Australia. Local tourist towns and accommodation have developed around the mighty Murray River which runs from its source in the High Country. | read more

Quick Guide to the Blue Mountains, NSW

admin | 2008-11-19 | The rugged region of the Blue Mountains, NSW features famous dramatic cliffs, rock formations, waterfalls and caves such as Wentworth Falls, Govetts Leap and Echo Point Lookout with nearby accommodation and tourist information. | read more

Sculpture in the Vineyards

mel | 2008-11-18 | The 6th Annual Exhibition of large outdoor sculptural works by local, Sydney based, interstate and internationally known sculptors – an eclectic mix of wine & art, along the picturesque vineyards of the Wollombi Valley Wine Trail in the Lower Hunter Valley. | read more

Great Experiences and Great Holiday Specials in Adelaide, South Australia

admin | 2008-11-18 | Great Experiences and Great Holiday Specials in Adelaide, South Australia. Adelaide, South Australia, is a vibrant and attractive city with a unique selection of budget and exclusive accommodation with many things to do for the visitor such as attractions and tours. | read more

Town In Focus: Flinders, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

admin | 2008-11-18 | 88kms south of Melbourne lies Flinders, a small township on the Mornington Peninsula. Popular today with visitors looking to sample the local wineries or riding wild waves on the coast during a day-trip from Melbourne. | read more

60th Celebrations at Lorne Victoria

Emma | 2008-11-17 | The drive down along the Great Ocean Road is spectacular and Lorne is a very special place to be. My Mum recently turned the big 60 and thought it would be nice to rent a house down at Lorne for the weekend with the family. | read more

Aussie Road Trip Hints, Self-drive Ideas

admin | 2008-11-05 | Want some road-trip tips and some self-drive and touring ideas for Australia? Before you strap your fishing rods to the roof and throw everything in the boot there are some points you should consider | read more

The Wombat

lgoldsmith | 2008-11-05 | How do you stop a wombat from coming for Bed and Breakfast? - Since we started the business 10 years ago there has been a wombat that has wanted to rest under the building. For 9 years he has been fooled by the world's shortest Electric fence but now he is persistently getting around my efforts to keep him out from under the B & B | read more

All aboard! Catch a ferry upstream at Noosa Heads on the Sunshine Coast

harley | 2008-11-04 | It's not the first time I've been on holiday to Noosa Heads on the Sunshine Coast, so this time whilst still enjoying the rainforest walks and the water, we decided to take a ferry-trip upstream from Noosa to Tewantin | read more

Film Epic 'Australia' sheds light on harsh NT landscape

admin | 2008-11-02 | Filmed on location from Darwin to Sydney, Baz Luhrmann’s inspirational movie ‘Australia’ is receiving worldwide interest. Australia hasn’t been this excited since ‘Crocodile Dundee’. | read more

Booking Last Minute? Don't forget November is Schoolies Week around Australia

admin | 2008-11-02 | If you are booking a last minute holiday in Australia this November don't forget it is Schoolies week between Saturday 22nd and Sunday 30th November 2008. | read more

Tips for visitors to Falls Creek in the Victorian Ski Fields

kiewaview | 2008-10-30 | Some tips and information for those planning their next ski-trip to Falls Creek alpine and nordic ski resort | read more

Mount Beauty Golf Club more than the views

kiewaview | 2008-11-02 | Friendly country golf club with specular views from every green at Mount Beauty, VIC | read more

Cool Climate Winery Tour

kiewaview | 2008-11-02 | There are seventeen winery cellar doors in the 120km between Glenrowan and Mount Beauty. We suggest a possible visit to some of thirteen wineries which are most conveniently located. | read more

Mount Beauty Local Wineries

kiewaview | 2008-10-30 | The area surrounding Mount Beauty is home to a number of successfully-renowned wineries and their vineyards are perfectly situated in a region of spectacular beauty and mountain scenery. | read more

Mountain Creek Picnic Area,

kiewaview | 2008-10-30 | Picnic area and walking base for Mt Bogong, Alpine National Park, High Country Victoria | read more

Get Inspired by Darwin, Northern Territory's Top End

admin | 2008-10-30 | Darwin is the Northern Territory’s vibrant capital, despite Darwin being a great all year-round place to visit due to its weather, activities and unforgettable sunsets, we haven’t received many reviews…here's our review on Darwin to get you inspired to visit. | read more

Mount Beauty Australia's Mountain Bike Capital

kiewaview | 2008-11-02 | Big Hill Mountain Bike Park (Mount Beauty) is Australia's Mountain Bike Capital | read more

Circular Quay & The Rocks, Sydney.

greatbig | 2008-10-28 | Instead of getting lost for a change, I had a very enjoyable time spent around Circular Quay, The Rocks area of Sydney whilst there last. | read more

The Tale of Captain Huon and Tasmania’s Houn Valley

admin | 2008-10-28 | 30 minutes south of Hobart, Tasmania, lies Hounville the somewhat unsurprisingly unofficial capital to the Huon region, and while the name is uninspired it is an interesting story. | read more

Tourists help save Ningaloo and Great Barrier Reef while diving and snorkelling

admin | 2008-10-29 | Knowing us Australians are devoted fisherman, snorkellers, surfers and swimmers, it is great to learn that we can help next time we visit our coral reefs. | read more

Great Holiday Views From Mount Coolum, Maroochydore, QLD.

harley | 2008-11-03 | On a recent trip to visit friends in Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast, we climbed Mount Coolum which had great views over the entire Sunshine Coast. | read more

The Spring Racing Carnival and Melbourne Cup - Melbourne

george | 2008-10-26 | The Spring Racing Carnival is on again. Its a time where fashion and socialising becomes as important as punting. The event incorporates 85 race meetings across the state including The Melbourne Cup & Cox Plate, with 50 days of world-class thoroughbred racing in a stylish party atmosphere the event marks the start of a full social calendar running through to Christmas... | read more

Gunns Plains, Tasmania

mwing | 2008-10-22 | Gunns Plains is a small rural valley situated just 30 minutes from Devonport, Tasmania. A 10 minute coastal drive west, and then 15 minutes south of Ulverstone, and you will end up at one of the most picturesque valleys along the north west coast. | read more

Brisbane - I was impressed

Garry | 2008-10-20 | I recently stayed with my wife and two young children just across the road from the Botanical Gardens. In some ways, I was there by accident, my wife attended a conference and I tagged along. But Brisbane impressed me as a city. | read more

Couran Cove Resort

markd8872 | 2008-10-15 | Couran Cove is a fantastic place for a holiday. | read more

editors picks

Explore Robe, South Australia

gfitter | 2008-08-21 | Whilst enduring my hectic pace of life in Melbourne, Australia, there is always a place of relaxation in my mind when I recall my times spent exploring the Limestone Coast, South Australia. | read more

Explore Hobart Tasmania with Max Walker

maxwalker | 2008-10-30 | Despite a life rich in experience, I am still, will always be … a slow talking Tasmanian, with the legacy of 5 broken noses from playing football. | read more

Is Melbourne the latte capital of Australia?

miekecasanova | 2008-09-23 | I have to accept that to start my day with a kick, I need that expresso coffee that Melbourne is famous for. | read more

The Mornington Peninsula (Vic)

mwheeler | 2008-08-13 | Mornington Peninsula (Vic) a kaleidoscope of activities only 60 minutes from Melbourne | read more

Cradle Mountain

naturalwanders | 2008-09-08 | One can fly into Launceston or Devonport, hire a car, and drive to the Cradle Mountain end of Cradle Mountain-Lake St.Clair National Park. | read more

Shark Bay World Heritage Region, Western Australia

naturalwanders | 2008-09-17 | Just past the Overlander Roadhouse is the turn-off for Shark Bay. Shark Bay is a World Heritage area, and the first place to stop is at Hamelin Pool to see the Stromatolites. | read more

Shelter from the rain

DaanSpijer | 2008-09-22 | An impending storm, an invitation to shelter in a guest-house and the unexpected consequences. | read more

Eumundi Market

Emma | 2008-09-05 | Eumundi Markets are in Southern Queensland (Sunshine Coast) and are a short drive from the popular tourist destinations; Noosa, and Maroochydore. | read more

Whale Watching in Hervey Bay near Fraser Island, Queensland

Kristy79 | 2008-09-02 | Whale Watching in the pristine waters of Hervey Bay with the magnificent backdrop of Fraser Island. | read more

The Saga of the Randy Old Goat

barnesbay | 2008-10-16 | On a balmy Autumn afternoon in early May 1997, I was enjoying a relaxing game on the computer, when the phone rang.... | read more

 

 

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