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Posted on 08 Mar 2011

Katoomba

Originally names Crushers but renamed a year later, Katoomba stands at an elevation of 1017 metres in the Wold Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. It is the principal tourist destination and residential area in the region and has excellent accommodation and facilities. While in town, stroll the main street and drop into the Paragon Cafe, which is a heritage listed 1930′s... Read More »
Posted on 08 Mar 2011

Jenolan Caves

These amazing caves were carved out of limestone 400 million years ago, around about Larry King’s 5th Birthday. They’re one of the most long and winding underground limestone cave systems in the whole wide world. There are over 300 different caves within the system, and nine of them are open to the public. You can only enter the caves... Read More »
Posted on 08 Mar 2011

Faulconbridge

Located 10 miles north-west of Glenbrook, this scenic town features the Corridor of Oaks which is a line of trees which have each been planted by a Prime Minister. There is also the grave of Sir Henry Parkes, who is considered the father of federation, in the cemetary he established. There is also the stone cottage where renowned Australian... Read More »
Posted on 08 Mar 2011

Australian Museum

Established in 1927, the present complex is an intriguing mix of Victorian museum and 21st century educational centre. It houses several unique natural history collections as well as a supurb display of indigenous Australian culture, with lots of hands-on activities and weekly sessions of Aboriginal music and dance. Things to look out for are the Dinosaurs Alive exhibition and the renowned spider... Read More »
Posted on 07 Mar 2011

The Rocks

The Rocks is a part of Sydney just teeming with history. In colonial times, this part of town was frequented by the rough side of colonial society, it is now a picturesque living museum. Divided by the Harbour Bridge, it is littered with historic buildings and traditional style pubs. The old Sailor’s Home is where you will find the... Read More »
Posted on 07 Mar 2011

Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House is one of the great building of the 20th Century. It is located at the far end of East Circular Quay, and is breathtaking in its beauty against the backdrop of Sydney Harbour. Thought by some to echo the many sails visible in Sydney Harbour, it was actually a fall of segmented orange that inspired... Read More »
Posted on 07 Mar 2011

Circular Quay

From the moment that Sydney was declared a settlement, Circular Quay has been a place where it’s all happening. With many journeys beginning and ending here, it is a major junction for bus, rail and ferry transport and a natural meeting place. There is live entertainment across Circular Quay in the form of buskers and street performers, while many... Read More »
Posted on 07 Mar 2011

Brisbane River

A boat trip on the Brisbane River is a must. Plenty of tours are available to riverside tourist attractions and there is an excellent commuter ferry and catamaran (CityCat) service. Read More »
Posted on 06 Mar 2011

Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island is located in the spectacular Whitsunday Islands just off the Queensland coast and at the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Hamilton Island is one of the most popular Whitsunday islands offering an idyllic island experience. It is a place to experience everything tropical and coral fringed beaches provide the backdrop for an relaxing tropical holiday. The... Read More »
Posted on 06 Mar 2011

Hayman Island

Hayman Island is one of Australia's most beautiful tropical islands, and contains on of the the leading hotels in the world. The Hayman Island Resort is one of the most sought after five star destinations in Australia. Read More »
Posted on 06 Mar 2011

Tasmania

Tasmania is an Australian island and state located at the southern most point of Australia. It is 150 miles south of the mainland. The population of Tasmania is over 500,000 half of which live in Hobart. Much of Tasmania’s wilderness is pristine and relatively untouched. Almost 37% of Tasmania is made up of reserves, national parks and World Heritage... Read More »
Posted on 05 Mar 2011

Ayers Rock

Ayers Rock can be found in the Kata Tjuta National Park, which is a vast Australian expanse with an area over 311,000 acres. It is one of the largest monoliths in the world and is made of arkosic sandstone. Ayers Rock rises 348 metres above the desert floor. If you want to walk around it, it is 9.4 kilometers... Read More »