Museum all Australians should go & see at some stage in their lifetime - well worth the effort. Allow a couple of hours as lots to see & absorb about our pioneers of the land we call Australia & the hardship they must have dealt with. Powerful and emotion
This iconic ‘Big Prawn’ is hard to miss if you are travelling through Ballina. Its hard to imagine any tourist visiting this region of Australia not stopping for a photo opportunity at this site.
Wealth of information on the start & history of the Australian petroleum industry.
A lovely area with amenities as a tribute to the Australian legend, Evonne Goolagong-Cawley. Racquet is 13.8 metres high. It’s is a replica of her wooden racquet she played with during her career.
Mainly bulk purchases of all kind of products. Cheapest hot chickens on the Gold Coast. Note: you need to take out a membership to shop at Costco. Excellent place to shop for large families; to fill your freezer or share food among family & friends.
Popular spot for outdoor exercise. Featuring a 3-9km walking track around the lake. Exercise equipment; playground; picnic shelters with BBQ’s and open spaces. Also a fenced dog exercise area. Parking can be challenging & visitors are urged to to be aw
A large dam that supplies water to the Gold Coast. A walkway over the dam that can be walked on. Plus a restaurant & toilet facilities. Picnic tables near the top of the damn are situated close by.
Pull up and stop for a break. Sit, relax and stretch the legs before heading off sgain.
2nd week in January each year Parkes holds the ‘Elvis Festival. In 2027 it will be held from the 6th to the 20th January. Book ahead so you can find accommodation. Several mitels in Parkes along with farm stays & caravan parks. Definitely worth a visit as
Book accommodation.. Attend Sea World Theme Park Nice seafood restaurant on premises.
Gift a Glass Blowing Class. An Experience they’ll never forget. Gift Vouchers for all workshops available.
This huge watermelon is situated in Chinchilla QLD close to the ‘White Gums Motel’ where we spent night.
Gold Coast City Council have been improving this area of ‘The Spit’ for many years. They have created several areas to relax with friend’s & family, watch boats head out to the ocean; lawn space to spread out. Beautiful area of the Gold Coast for families
Digging for thunder eggs. Climbing adventure. Skirrish fighting.
Relax, sit on one of the table & chairs provided and enjoy a picnic.
