This fast-growing suburb is on a peninsula jutting out from the west side of Lake Macquarie. All along Lake Macquarie’s indented shoreline are parks and trails where you can observe the abundant wildlife, go fishing, watch the sunrise or just rest in the greenery and be cooled by the fresh breezes. On the ocean side …
A summer holiday favourite, Forster in NSW’s Mid North Coast is where the crystal clear Wallis Lake flows into the Pacific Ocean. The choice of things to do around Forster is almost overwhelming. There are at least ten sandy beaches within 20 minutes of the town, some blasted by the powerful Pacific surf and others …
At the tip of the Great Lakes of New South Wales, Tuncurry is one of a pair of twin towns, and is joined to its sibling Forster by a record-breaking bridge. When it comes to sheer variety of things to do, Tuncurry is hard to match. There’s the pure waters of Wallis Lake, abounding with …
In 1878 this city on the Upper Spencer Gulf became the southern terminus for a north-south railway intended to reach Darwin. Even now, Port Augusta is seen as an entry point for the vastness of the Outback. To back that up, there’s a world-class botanic garden showcasing low-rainfall species, and the city’s visitor centre hails …
In the Sunshine Coast’s hinterland you’ll find the town hailed for saving Queensland from bankruptcy in the 1860s. Alluvial gold was discovered in the area in 1867, triggering a gold rush that turned Gympie into a fully fledged town in a matter of months. As you wander Gympie it’s fun to remember that the central …
The last reach of the Camden Haven River is commanded by a lone mountain wrapped in rainforest. This is North Brother Mountain, the northernmost of the Three Brothers, running parallel to the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. By amazing coincidence, the Aboriginal name for these peaks, relating to three brothers killed by a …
This growing suburb in the Hunter Region is near the west shore of Lake Macquarie, a vast saltwater lake and a Mecca for recreation. The story of Cooranbong is entwined with the Seventh-day Adventist denomination, which moved here in the 1890s during their mission to Australia and the Pacific Islands. Avondale University College, an absorbing …
This small town neat the Manning River Estuary is a regional centre endowed with an excellent gallery and performing arts stage. Taree is a creative kind of place, with a lively arts and crafts centre and an attraction called Artisans on the Hill, combining a gallery, workshops and accommodation. The Manning River will be a …
Known as the ‘Venice of America’ due to its extensive and expansive system of canals and waterways, Fort Lauderdale is a lovely place to vacation with lots of bridges, boats, and beaches. Once a popular spring break destination due to its golden sands and warm weather, it now attracts tourists and families, who come to …
The town of Bomaderry lies on the north bank of the Shoalhaven River, across from Nowra, which is the major settlement in the City of Shoalhaven. Bomaderry and Nowra are practically contiguous, and attractions like Shoalhaven Zoo, the historic house museum Meroogal and the sheer cliffs lining the river are all a few minutes away. …