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Lesueur National Park
This botanical paradise, 50km north of Cervantes, contains a staggering 820 plant species, many of them rare and endemic, such as the pine banksia (Banksia tricupsis) and Mt Lesueur grevillea (Grevillea batrachioides) . Late winter sees the heath erupt into a mass of colour, and th
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Australian National Botanic Gardens
On Black Mountains lower slopes, these 90-hectare gardens showcase Australian floral diversity. Self-guided trails include the Joseph Banks Walk, and theres a 90-minute return trail from near the eucalypt lawn leading into the gardens higher areas before continuing into the Black M
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The Woolshed at Jondaryan
About 45km west of Toowoomba is the Jondaryan Woolshed Complex, which displays antique tractors and obscure farm machinery. There are daily blacksmithing and shearing demonstrations 鈥?check the website for times. To really get into the pioneering spirit, try spending a night in the
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Central Station
Sydney鈥檚 main railway station was built in 1906 on top of an old convent and cemetery (watch out for ghosts). The 75m Gothic clock tower was added 15 years later. The main sandstone concourse has an impressive vaulted roof and is the terminus for intercity and country trains. Subur
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Adelaide Botanic Gardens
Meander, jog or chew through your trashy airport novel in these lush city-fringe gardens. Highlights include a restored 1877 palm house, the waterlily pavilion (housing the gigantic Victoria amazonica ), the new First Creek wetlands, the engrossing Museum of Economic Botany and the
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Alice Springs Reptile Centre
It may be small, but this reptile centre packs a poisonous punch with its impressive collection of venomous snakes, thorny devils and bearded dragons. Inside the cave room are 11 species of NT geckos, and outside theres Terry, a 3.3m saltwater croc, plus Bub, a magnificent perentie
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Krowathunkoolong Keeping Place
Krowathunkoolong Keeping Place is a stirring and insightful Koorie cultural exhibition space that explores Kurnai life from the Dreaming until after European settlement. The exhibition traces the Kurnai clan from their Dreaming ancestors, Borun the pelican and his wife Tuk the musk
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Southgate
Southgate was the first shopping and dining complex built along the south bank of the Yarra, replacing billowing chimneystacks and saw-toothed factories.You鈥檒l find restaurants and cafes with views though quality ranges from some of the city鈥檚 best to those simply after the tourist
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Historic Waterfront
The grassy precinct overlooking the harbour has several heritage bluestone buildings. The History House , located in the former town hall (1863), has an interesting museum detailing Portlands colonial past. Customs House (1850) has a fascinating display of confiscated booty, includ
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High Court of Australia
The grandiose High Court was dubbed Gars Mahal when it opened in 1980, a reference to Sir Garfield Barwick, chief justice during the buildings construction.The rarefied heights of the foyer (thats a 24m-high ceiling!) and main courtroom are in keeping with the buildings name and po
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Crown Casino & Entertainment Complex
The Crown Casino & Entertainment Complex sprawls across two city blocks and includes three luxury hotels, top restaurants and a casino that鈥檚 open 24/7. It鈥檚 another world in its no-natural-light interior, where hours fly by. Thrown in for good measure are waterfalls, fireballs
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Millstream Chichester National Park
Amongst the arid, spinifex-covered plateaus and basalt ranges between Karijini and the coast, the tranquil Millstream waterholes of the Fortescue River form cool, lush oases. In the parks north are the stunning breakaways and eroded mesas of the Chichester Range. As a lifeline for
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Australian Antarctic Division
Just south of Kingston is the government HQ responsible for administering Australia鈥檚 42% wedge of the frozen continent. Australia has a long history of exploration and scientific study of Antarctica : it鈥檚 one of the original 12 nations that ratified the Antarctic Treaty in 1961.
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Cascade Brewery
Standing in startling, gothic isolation next to the clean-running Hobart Rivulet, Cascade is Australia鈥檚 oldest brewery (1832) and is still pumping out superb beers. Tours involve plenty of history, with tastings at the end, Note that under-16s arent permitted on the main brewery t
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41掳 South Tasmania
At this interesting farm, salmon are reared in raised tanks and a wetland is used as a natural biofilter. This no-waste, no-chemical method of fish farming is the cleanest way of raising fish 鈥?and also makes for superb smoked salmon, which you can taste (free) and buy in the tasti
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Trial Bay Gaol
Occupying Trial Bays eastern headland, this imposing structure was built between 1877 and 1886 to house convicts brought in to build a breakwater. Nature had other ideas and the breakwater washed away. The prison subsequently fell into disuse, aside from a brief interlude in WWI wh
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Point Nepean National Park
The peninsula鈥檚 tip is marked by the stunning Point Nepean National Park , originally a quarantine station and army base. A large section of the park is a former range area and still out of bounds due to unexploded ordnance, but there鈥檚 plenty to see here and long stretches of traf
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Museum of Contemporary Art
One of countrys best and most challenging galleries, the MCA is a showcase for Australian and international contemporary art. Aboriginal art features prominently. The fab Gotham City鈥搒tyle art deco building bears the wounds of a redevelopment that has grafted on additional gallery
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St Paul鈥檚 Cathedral
Opposite Federation Sq stands the magnificent Anglican St Paul鈥檚 Cathedral. Services were celebrated on this site from the city鈥檚 first days. Built between 1880 and 1891, the present church is the work of distinguished ecclesiastical architect William Butterfield (a case of archite
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Milk Beach
The only thing to distract you from serious beach time at divine Milk Beach are seaplanes and the glistening Sydney skyline. With wow-worthy harbour views and limited access down a steep bush path, this isolated stretch of sand at the base of Hermit Bay is still one of the citys be
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