Situated on the flat plains, the areas in and around Deniliquin are ideal for exploring by pedal power.
A popular cycling route for local riders is the 30-kilometre loop – which takes you past the festival site of the iconic Deni Ute Muster, farmland, wildlife and the local irrigation system.
Head out on Hay Road, and take a right at Wandook Road. When you arrive at a T-intersection, turn right on Conargo Road before riding back into Deniliquin.
For leisurely rides in and around the CBD, free bike hire is available at the Deniliquin Visitor Information Centre.
The 21 kilometre scenic Narooma to Dalmeny cycling route follows the shores of Wagonga Inlet, the Pacific Ocean and Mummaga Lake.
The Narooma township is home to plenty of delightful cafes and restaurants to dine at. Along the ride is the stunning Mill Bay Boardwalk where the waters are teeming with stingrays, seals and fish. Along the coast, the opportunity of whale watching during the right time of year makes the always magnificent ocean views more enticing.
The ride starts at Riverside Drive or Forsters Bay where there are some delicious seafood restaurants. In Narooma you can ride to the fascinating Australia Rock on the southern breakwater. On the way to Dalmeny you will pass Kianga where the headlands provide another set of fantastic views. The ride ends at the Dalmeny Sports Club, which, alternatively, is also a great spot to begin the ride.
If you're looking to take your mountain bike out for a long ride, 10B cycling trail offers the perfect day out. At 15 kilometres long, it starts near the Appin Road entrance of Dharawal National Park and follows an unsealed road through open forest and woodlands along a sandstone ridge. This is a great bike ride for small groups and families with older children.
The last three kilometres present more of a challenge when the trail descends into Stokes Creek Gorge, leading to a good slog back up to the park's northern entrance at Wedderburn.
Pack a picnic and your binoculars because at the creek crossing, there's a broad rock platform where you can stop for a break. Birds, including the raucous yellow-tailed black cockatoo, inhabit the area.
Please visit the website for more information before embarking on your ride.
Experience Broome's working pearl farm - the original Australian-owned and operated pearl farm spans four generations of the Brown Family over more than 75 years.
Until 2009, it was an exclusive pearling village accessible only to the pearl farm team and the local Bardi people. In an industry first, Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm "opened the gate" and invited travellers to share in this very special place, recently described as "one of the most unique destinations in Australia".
On the tip of the Dampier Peninsula, 200 kilometres north of Broome, the farm is easily visited on day trips by road or air, or choose to immerse yourself by staying a night or two on the farm in a genuine pearling shack, glamping safari tent or campgrounds. Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm is committed to ensuring everyone can fully participate and enjoy their experience, catering to visitors needing assistance and accessible facilities.
Explore the iconic destinations of the Dampier Peninsula, the Buccaneer Archipelago, and Horizontal Falls, all from Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm. The home of the Australian pearl, Cygnet Bay, offers you the rare opportunity to purchase pearls directly from the waters in which they were farmed. Dine in style, relax by the infinity pool, view natural phenomena such as the staircase to the moon and Waterfall Reef, and discover the world's largest tropical tides.
The Cygnet Gallery showcases the work of artists from Cygnet, the Huon Valley and southern Tasmania. Found in the centre of Cygnet, around a 45-minute drive south of nipaluna / Hobart, the gallery is a good place to discover the region's creative community.
The collection changes regularly and includes paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, jewellery, mixed media and textile art. With work from a range of local artists on display, there is usually something new to see on each visit.
The Cygnet Gallery is managed by the Huon Art Exhibitions Group (HAEG), which supports artists and exhibitions across the Huon Valley. HAEG also presents the annual Huon Art Awards each March, along with solo exhibitions and special art events at the nearby Lovett Gallery.
In Cygnet River, koalas are regularly seen in the River Red Gums standing tall along the river flats and plains.
Discover some of the region’s history when you walk around the lagoon to the ruins of an old eucalyptus distillery. Nearby is an old apple orchard, likely planted by one of the area’s pioneering families.
The Cygnet River region hosts a growing number of micro-industries, including and a vibrant cellar door, distillery and brewery scene.
Cylinder Beach, North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) – One of Queensland's Best Beaches.
Located on the stunning North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) in Queensland, is one of the island's most famous and picturesque beaches. Consistently ranked among the best beaches in Queensland by Surf Life Saving Queensland, Cylinder Beach is a must-visit destination for holidaymakers, families, surfers, and nature lovers.
Protected from prevailing winds, Cylinder Beach offers calm and crystal-clear waters perfect for swimming, surfing, and sunbathing. The gentle surf makes it ideal for beginners, while more experienced surfers enjoy riding the waves. Lifeguards from the Point Lookout Surf Club patrol the beach, ensuring a safe experience for visitors. For the most up-to-date surf lifesaving hours and safety information, contact the Point Lookout Surf Club directly.
Cylinder Beach is surrounded by natural beauty, with soft golden sand backed by lush dunes and coastal vegetation, making it perfect for scenic walks, photography, and relaxing beach days. Visitors can enjoy a full range of facilities including ample car parking, public toilets, and easy access to nearby cafés, restaurants, and shops.
For those looking to extend their stay, North Stradbroke Island offers a variety of accommodation options including holiday rentals and camping near Cylinder Beach. Whether you're visiting for a day trip or a longer getaway, Cylinder Beach is a highlight of any Straddie adventure.
The Cyril Callister Vegemite Museum celebrates the life, work and legacy of Dr Cyril Callister, the Australian scientist who invented Vegemite and the process of Kraft block cheese.
The museum makes its home in a repurposed 1950s service station. See photos, posters, vintage ads and memorabilia that include a WWII Australian Army ration tin, Vegemite jars and collectibles from across 100 years and even a Vegemite-inspired dress created for the Miss Australia.
Watch a video of the story about Dr Callister and his invention narrated by his grandson Jamie Callister. Visit science space Cyril's Lab, which is also open to small school groups to perform interactive science experiments. View Vegemite-inspired art painted by local artists and school students and use it as inspiration to paint your own Vegemite artwork. You can also see Vegemite through history, six repurposed 44-gallon drums that have been re-created into six Vegemite jar labels from the past 100 years. Try Vegemite-inspired tasty treats including chocolate Vegemite fudge, Chocolate Vegemite freckles, meat pies with Vegemite and shop for Vegemite merchandise.
Schools, businesses, community groups, scouts and girl guides, seniors are encouraged to book ahead for history or painting. with Vegemite tours. Groups are by appointment. Please contact the operator via email or phone.
Representing Australia's most dynamic and distinctive art movement, D Lan Galleries presents exhibitions of exceptional modern and contemporary art by leading and emerging First Nations artists at its gallery spaces in Melbourne, Sydney and New York, at international art fairs and partner venues.
Founded in Melbourne in 2016, D Lan Galleries has established itself as a leading international platform for the presentation and appreciation of Australian First Nations art.
With a program that balances historically significant works with contemporary voices, D Lan Galleries has played a key role in raising awareness of and elevating First Nations art within private and institutional collections and the broader international art world.
d'Albora Marina Nelson Bay is a vibrant waterfront destination featuring boutique shopping and a variety of dinning options.
Just a short walk from town centre, it's the perfect place to enjoy local food and wine, waterfront walks, fish feeding and family friendly activities.
Relax by the water, watch the boast come and go, and enjoy live music on Saturday afternoons!
Check out their socials for more information and other marina activities.
A current New South Wales recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Just 40 minutes from Sydney, popular d’Albora Marinas is nestled in the heart of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park on the Cowan/Hawkesbury River system. This makes it a perfect base for delving into the natural beauty of the area around Coal and Candle Creek.
You can hire a boat here, berth your own, or cast off in a kayak for something a bit more adventurous. d’Albora Marinas offers 24-hour fuel, and dockmaster assistance.
Akuna Bay also features great facilities for a pre-departure picnic, with a public barbecue and ample tables for everyone. Furthermore, the family-owned Driftwood Café offers seasonal meals for breakfast and lunch, terrific coffee, and platters or hampers to take away and eat at your leisure – perhaps on a private beach surrounded by eucalypts.
Located in the heart of Port Stephens, d'Albora Nelson Bay is a vibrant marina precinct surrounded by waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and family-friendly attractions. It features secure berths, 24/7 fuel, and a full-service boatyard with a 50T travelift and onsite marine services. As the central hub for Sail Port Stephens and major game fishing tournaments, the marina plays a key role in the region's boating calendar. It also serves as a launch point for dolphin and whale watching tours. Whether you're cruising, competing, or exploring, Nelson Bay is the ideal coastal base.
D'Entrecasteaux National Park combines pristine beaches and tall forests in a spectacular landscape along the southern coastline. Bush-walk through dense forest and coastal tracks or four-wheel drive through sand dunes. Be warned - the dunes in this area move with the weather so be sure to take a map and compass with you!
Beach fishing is first-rate, or try one of the several river and inlet systems throughout the park.
In spring, you'll be rewarded with beautiful wildflowers.
There are a number of campgrounds available.
Know before you go and check for alerts, emergency incidents and road/park closures www.emergency.wa.gov.au and https://alerts.dbca.wa.gov.au.
D'Estrees Bay sits on the south coast of Kangaroo Island and extends from Point Tinline north to Point Reynolds.
D’Estrees Bay is located on the eastern side of the Cape Ganthaume/Seal Bay Park area and is a popular camping, fishing and surfing area.
The area also has a rich history including shipwrecks, whaling, farming and conservation.
Dad and Dave Statue pays tribute to Steele Rudd's famous Snake Gully characters — Dad, Dave, Mum, and Mabel. Created in copper by sculptor Aurel Ragus, the life-sized statues celebrate an enduring piece of Australian cultural history.
The beloved characters originated in On Our Selection, Steele Rudd's stories about pioneering life and land selection in late 19th-century Australia. The humour and authenticity of the novels resonated strongly with readers, leading to the creation of the silent films On Our Selection and Rudd's New Selection. In the 1930s, the characters also inspired the popular radio series Dad and Dave.
Today, the statues are on permanent display in Carberry Park beside the Gundagai Visitor Information Centre on Sheridan Street, where they continue to delight visitors and celebrate Australia's rural storytelling heritage.
dAda mUse is a celebration of surrealism, custodian to Australia's largest collection of Salvador Dali's works on paper.
The art gallery consists of two floors, Level 1 and 2, which together displays upwards of 200 rare and/or original pieces for public appreciation at a time; featured exhibitions are rotated seasonally. (Works by other prolific surrealists and inspirations of Dadaism, such as Goya, Durix, or Kujau, may also be present.)
dAda mUse occupies the historic '1842 Johnstone and Wilmot' building - one of Launceston's most noteworthy sites of old; great care has been taken to preserve and showcase its heritage features for visitors.
Established in 1996, Daily Grind is a South Australian skate and surf institution. Recently relocated into the heart of the McLaren Vale wine region, it now showcases a diverse and eclectic group of enterprises including coffee, surfboard manufacturing, winery, woodworking and fabrication, screen printing, retail, and a coffee shop and tasting room.
96 Surf Hardware, McLaren Vale Coffee Co, and the wines of Five O'Clock Somewhere and The Swellian are all made on site, and tours of each can be arranged.
Open daily, seven days a week and hosting regular events, it's a unique footprint in one of South Australia's most magnificent and diverse regions, a proper 'if you know you know' experience.
The Daintree Discovery Centre offers a one-of-a-kind rainforest experience, taking you from the forest floor to the soaring heights of the canopy.
Explore the Jarrabina Terraces, named after the Tree Kangaroo, with a walk dedicated to the Daintree’s unique and endemic species. Walk the 11-metre-high Aerial Walkway to marvel at the ancient flora and fauna from the treetops, or climb the 23-metre-high Canopy Tower, stopping at five viewing platforms for breathtaking views across the rainforest. On the Cassowary Circuit, enjoy the beauty of McLean’s Creek lookout and its iconic king ferns.
Discover the Jurassic Forest, home to life-sized dinosaur replicas and follow the Bush Tucker Trail to learn about native plants and their traditional uses by the Kuku Yalanji people. Enhance your visit with Audio Guides, available in eight languages, including a kids’ tour and an Indigenous-guided experience. As an award-winning Ecotourism attraction, the Discovery Centre offers a sustainable way to experience the world’s oldest rainforest.
Located in between Daintree Village and Cape Tribulation, the Daintree River provides a spectacular eco-system to pass through for locals and guests alike. Apart of the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest, the Daintree River adds to the unique eco-system by being home to rare wildlife. From Estuarine crocodiles to the world’s most densely populated mangrove estuaries, the Daintree River is a hot spot in the rainforest.
Nestled on the banks of the Daintree River, Daintree Village is a charming tropical haven offering an authentic escape into nature's wonderland. Surrounded by lush rainforest, winding waterways, and breathtaking mountain views, this tranquil village is the perfect gateway to one of the world's oldest living ecosystems, the Daintree Rainforest.
Begin your visit at the local tourist office to book river cruises or guided tours. Indulge at one of the relaxed cafés, browse local art galleries, or shop for handcrafted treasures made by resident artists. The mighty Daintree River flows past the village and is home to the iconic saltwater crocodile, frequently spotted from the safety of one of several wildlife-watching cruise boats departing from the jetty.
Birdlife flourishes here, with the region renowned as a paradise for birdwatchers. Keen eyes may spot colourful Kingfishers, Papuan Frogmouths, or the tiny Double-eyed Fig Parrot, guided by expert local birding specialists.
The village is also the starting point for the Cassowary Falls walking track, where visitors can enjoy a private waterfall and natural swimming hole. Entry passes are available at the tourism information centre, which also provides maps and directions.
Whether you're seeking thrilling wildlife encounters or a serene rainforest retreat, Daintree Village invites you to slow down, reconnect, and discover the wonders of this ancient, beautiful region.
The Daintree Wellness Spa can be found nestled amongst the green canopies at Daintree Ecolodge. The setting creates a relaxing experience for spa guests as they are enveloped in the calming ambience of the Daintree Rainforest. The Daintree Wellness Spa acknowledges and respects the Kuku Yalanji people on whose lands they live and work.
Their spa treatments are inspired by Indigenous wisdom and the healing properties of Australian native botanical ingredients. Daintree Wellness Spa harnesses the pure waters of the pristine environment to create unforgettable healing treatments. Choose from pampering sessions, such as massages, head and foot treatments, facials and deeply therapeutic treatments.
Daisy Cow Soap and Skincare is your premier destination in Rutherglen for handcrafted, natural soap, and skincare products.
As the proud owner, Sue Brian, a certified aromatherapist, personally formulates small batches on the Daisy Cow premises.
Every product is meticulously handmade on-site, and Sue's commitment to purity is evident in her exclusive use of essential oils, steering clear of artificial fragrances and undesirable additives.
Experience the essence of true craftsmanship and natural products at Daisy Cow Soap and Skincare in Rutherglen.
In the southern suburbs of Brisbane, Daisy Hill Conservation Park protects significant habitat for koalas and other wildlife, while providing visitors with a variety of recreational activities to enjoy. With an extensive network of shared trails, visitors can spin the wheels of their mountain bike, ride on horseback or stretch their legs with a bushwalk. Have a barbecue or picnic in the day-use area or trail hub and see live koalas up close with a free visit to the Daisy Hill Koala Centre.
The Daisy Hill picnic area and the Daisy Hill trail hub provide picnic and barbecue facilities with two undercover seating areas. Signposted walking tracks begin at various points along the edge of the picnic area. The Daisy Hill trail hub provides opportunities for mountain-bike riding and horseriding on the park’s shared trail network.
Enjoy a barbecue lunch at one of the shady picnic areas before heading to the nearby Daisy Hill Koala Centre. The centre is a free education facility where you can meet koalas and learn about conservation through the interactive displays and keeper talks held twice daily. Kids love the interactive displays. Experience a koala’s eye view from the tree top tower and look for koalas in the surrounding forests. The centre is open seven days a week from 9am to 4pm.
Visit Daisy Hill Koala Centre to see koalas in a natural outdoor setting. Come and be captivated by these amazing marsupials and discover more about the secret life of koalas. Admission is free. You can see the resident koalas from two different viewing levels so don't forget your camera. Visitors are unable to handle or pat the koalas.
Discover the secret world of koalas. Learn more about koalas by exploring the fun and informative displays in the centre.
Watch short films in the Woodland Theatre, discover all about the koala's life cycle and unique biology, learn the signs and symptoms of a sick or injured koala, learn how you can contribute to the conservation of koalas, find out what the Queensland Government is doing to help koalas, learn about other interesting Queensland wildlife species.
The centre is wheelchair accessible.
