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Australia is an island country of contrasts.  Most Australians live close to the coast where the beach, swimming and surfing are a major influence on lifestyle.

Coolum Beach Queensland Australia

When the coast is left behind the Australian Outback takes over. Huge cattle and sheep properties and food crop farming influence the Outback lifestyle.

The opportunities of travel destinations and experiences in Australia are huge.

Click the Australia Travel Blog links below to read posts about that State.

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Meet Iconic Australian Animals in the wild.

  • Kangaroos at Cape Hillsborough.
  • Kangaroos at Pebbly Beach, South Durras and Durras North.
  • Koalas on the Forts Walk Magnetic Island.
  • Rock Wallabies on Magnetic Island.
  • Where to find Platypus

See incredible Australian sunsets and learn how to see them with your own eyes.

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Australia has a reputation for being expensive. It’s true that it can be, but we think buying a vehicle and going on an Australian Road Trip is a great way to see Australia and save money by Free Camping.

  • Free Camping in Australia
  • Free Camping in Queensland

Read on for more of our extensive posts about Australia.

Koala in it's natural habitat on the Forts Walk Magnetic Island

Budget Friendly Things to Do on Magnetic Island Restaurants Cafes Accommodation Transport

June 4, 2026 By Jan Robinson Leave a Comment

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“The best things in life are free” so the saying goes and we’re sharing with you all the amazing free and budget friendly things to do on Magnetic Island. We have also covered Magnetic Island accommodation, cafes and restaurants on Magnetic Island plus ferries to Magnetic Island. Visiting the different bays should be top of …

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Filed Under: Destination Guides, Townsville

Side Seating area at Aromas Cafe Hastings Street Noosa Heads a great dog friendly Cafe Sunshine Coast

Dog Friendly Cafes Sunshine Coast plus Restaurants and Bars

May 28, 2026 By Jan Robinson

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Updated 28 May 2026 Ten years of sampling dog friendly Cafes Sunshine Coast has produced this up-to-date list of the best Dog Friendly Cafes Sunshine Coast. Having a Toy Poodle we view Sunshine Coast Cafes and Bars through a dog friendly filter.   When holidaying on the Sunshine Coast there are plenty of options for …

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Filed Under: DOG FRIENDLY CAFES, Sunshine Coast

Orange coloured Uluru with pale green clumps of grass in the foreground

Visiting Uluru by Caravan or Tour

May 20, 2026 By Jan Robinson

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When visiting Uluru by Caravan, you might wonder if you can actually take your caravan to Uluru rock formation. The answer is Yes! You can drive towing your caravan to Uluru, park it while you walk or cycle around the rock or visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. It is possible to drive right around …

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Looking Back to Stoney Creek Falls

Kuranda Train and Skyrail the best day trip from Cairns

July 20, 2022 By Jan Robinson 18 Comments

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UPDATED JULY 2022. There are many options for visiting Kuranda Village on the Atherton Tablelands in far North Queensland. We have visited the tablelands by car many times, but everyone should do a Kuranda Train and Skyrail tour at least once in their life. My honest opinion is that it’s one of the best day …

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Filed Under: Cairns, Queensland, Trains

Outdoor Cafe The Courtyard City Lane

Looking for a Dog Friendly Cafe Townsville or Pet Friendly Restaurant?

August 20, 2021 By Jan Robinson

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If you are looking for Pet Friendly Townsville suggestions, like a Dog Friendly Cafe Townsville (or pet friendly restaurant) you are in the best possible place. One year ago our life changed for the better when we adopted a 5.5 year old Toy Poodle girl. We love visiting Cafes and mostly Faith accompanies us. When …

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Filed Under: DOG FRIENDLY CAFES, Townsville

Kangaroo Point Cliffs Brisbane River

2022 Comparison of the Best Day Tours from Brisbane

August 3, 2021 By Jan Robinson Leave a Comment

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Updated May 2022 Whether visiting Brisbane for a day or a month, day tours from Brisbane are a great way of exploring the city and surrounding attractions. As budget travellers we like to organise our own trips. Day Tours are something we value and allow for in our travel budget. The right tour creates happy …

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Filed Under: Buying Guides, Queensland

Picnic Table at Whale Watching Platform Coolum Beach Picnic Spot

Coolum Picnic Spots Sunshine Coast

July 14, 2021 By Jan Robinson

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Any time of year is a good time for a Sunshine Coast picnic. We live in a beach house mid-way on the Sunshine Coast between Caloundra and Noosa and have favourite picnic spots up and down the coast.  This post shares our tried and tested Coolum Picnic Spots.   Best Picnic Spots Coolum Beach Picnic spots …

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Filed Under: Sunshine Coast

Tobruk Baths and Kiosk

Cool off at the Tobruk Pool Townsville

May 24, 2021 By Jan Robinson 2 Comments

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UPDATED 24th May, 2021 Tobruk Pool Townsville Upgrade 2020 An 11.3 million AUD upgrade was carried out on Tobruk Pool Townsville opening to the Public in July 2020. It is now better than ever. Along the Strand beachfront, in TOWNSVILLE, North Queensland, a distance of 2.2 km there are no less than four swimming enclosures.  …

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Filed Under: Townsville, tropical lifestyle

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