Things to do Exploring Australia
The Sapphire Gemfields, near Emerald in Queensland’s Central Highlands, are one of the world’s richest sapphire-producing regions. Visitors can try fossicking for gems in the towns of Anakie, Sapphire and Rubyvale, tour a working mine, or browse local gem shops. With its laid-back outback charm, it’s a fun stop for families.
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Carnarvon Gorge, in Queensland’s Carnarvon National Park, is a spectacular sandstone canyon in the Central Highlands, about 600 km northwest of Brisbane. Carnarvon Creek has carved cliffs up to 200 metres high, while cool side gorges shelter ferns, palms and ancient cycads. Walking tracks lead to the Moss Garden, Amphitheatre and Ward’s Canyon, and the Art Gallery holds thousands of Aboriginal engravings and stencils of deep cultural significance. Camping and nearby lodges make it an ideal base for exploring.
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Blackdown Tableland is a Central Queensland sandstone plateau offering walks, lookouts, waterfalls, rich birdlife and wildlife, and bookable camping at Munall. Some roads need 4WD, and it’s culturally significant to the Ghungalu people.
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City centre of the Central Highlands and gateway to the Gemfields
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Mossman is the business centre for Port Douglas and the gateway to the Daintree Rainforest and the beautiful Cape Tribulation.
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Nestled in the heart of the Scenic Rim, Boonah is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. It offers breathtaking landscapes, rolling hills & vibrant local culture.
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Explore caves, and see the Balancing Rock & Archways. Enjoy a refreshing swim. Breathtaking sunset at the smelter. Missed the Ford Museum – a reason to return!
Location Cardwell What it is? Cardwell is the access point to Hinchinbrook Island and channel area, the biggest island national park in Australia and home of the Thorsborne Walking Trail. Settled in 1864, Cardwell was the first settlement north of Bowen and is situated 165km north of Townsville. It has a warm tropical climate and is a very popular
National Park, Uluru, Kata Tjuta, nature, culture, respect, dust, heat, flies, food, fun
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Location Eidsvold What it is? Eidsvold is a neat and tidy town situated on the (A3) Australia’s Country Way (Burnett Highway) just two hours west of Bundaberg and boasts beautiful parks and gardens. Stay a while and visit some of the highlights that make this corner of their ‘lucky country’ a memorable stopover. Take a