Henrietta Rocks is a spectacular spot for explorers on Rottnest Island, whether you just want to admire the view or if you fancy a dip. The lookout point gives you epic views across the bay, and if you look closely, you can see the wreck of ‘The Shark’ ship under the surface of the water, lying just 50 metres from the shore.
The shipwreck makes for an exciting and historic snorkelling experience, with the ship acting as a home to many sea creatures. Check the conditions first as snorkelling here is safest and most enjoyable when conditions are calm and flat.
Grab your backpack and follow Henry Head walking track as it curves along the clifftops and beaches of Kamay Botany Bay National Park. This easy, four kilometre walk will reward you with dramatic views across Botany Bay and the Pacific Ocean beyond as you make your way to Endeavour Lighthouse at Henry Head.
There two options for where this walk can be started - La Perouse Museum at Cann Park on Anzac Parade; or
the carpark near the park entry gates on Anzac Parade, opposite Goorawahl Avenue.
Take a break to admire the views, and check out Henry Head’s historic World War II battlements – part of Sydney’s early coastal defence systems.
If all this isn’t enough to pique your interest, there’s always the bird watching. Kookaburras, lorikeets and yellow-tailed black cockatoos are just some of the species you might encounter as you stride along this walk. Reptiles such as skinks, blue-tongue lizards and water dragons are also common around here.
Henry Lawson Bicentennial Park, located opposite the state school in the township of Walloon, is just 15 minutes drive from Ipswich. The park, home to the Babies of Walloon memorial, is one of the key points of interest on the Cobb & Co Tourist Drive.
The striking memorial to the lost Babies of Walloon commemorates the tragic drowning at a local waterhole of two school children, sisters Bridget and Mary Broderick. The tragedy became the subject of a poem by Henry Lawson “The Babies of Walloon”, and the text of this haunting poem is carved in railway sleepers placed around the memorial.
The park isn’t just about poetry however, with other facilities including playground equipment, BMX track, skate park, sheltered barbecue areas and public toilets all being part of the fabulous amenities.
Your trip to this part of Henry Lawson's country would be incomplete without a visit to the Henry Lawson Centre. This beautifully curated collection is a repository of material related to the life and times of Henry Lawson. There are paintings, prints, books, photos and cuttings, relating not only to the author but also to many parts of the region to which he vividly refers in his stories and poems.
The collection, proudly preserved by the Henry Lawson Society, is the largest collection outside the Mitchell Library's Sydney collection. The centre is a must-visit for literary lovers and historians alike.
You can even see the flour bin which was made by Henry's father and referred to in the poem, 'The flour bin' – 'on a dreary old selection, where times were dry and thin, in a slab and shingle kitchen, there stood a flour bin'.
Don't miss the memorial statue of Henry Lawson which stands proudly in the park between Medley and Herbert Streets in Gulgong.
The Henry Lawson Society of NSW proudly delivers the Gulgong Henry Lawson Heritage Festival each June long weekend with the support of dedicated volunteers, community groups, local businesses and sponsors. A volunteer sub-committee coordinates a diverse program of events that brings history, literature, music and Australian heritage to life across the June long weekend.
A monument is situated at the birthplace of Henry Lawson one of Australia’s most famous poets, who wrote short stories like the slapstick 'Loaded Dog' and the moving 'Drovers Wife'. It is shaded by a sugar gum planted by his daughter, Bertha, and located just a short two-minute drive from the town centre at Lawson Park.
A bust of Henry is situated on the aptly named Main Street, next to the Ambulance Station. Push the button and listen to some of Henry's most famous poems while you are immersed in Grenfell's country charm.
You will also find an interactive statue of Henry on the corner of Main and Forbes Street. He sits; eyes cast over his beloved birthplace, contemplating the visit he never had. Weary but relaxed Henry is poised, pen in hand, notepad blank. A vacant place exists on either side of Henry which beacons you sit. Take a moment and reflect on what Lawson's birthplace means to you.
The Henry Lawson Festival of Arts held on the June long weekend celebrates Grenfell’s famous son, Henry Lawson, born on a Grenfell goldfield in 1867.
The Henry Parkes Centre, located at the northern edge of Parkes, is a must-see destination for history and culture lovers. This dynamic complex features three unique attractions: The King's Castle Elvis Exhibit and Parkes Motor Museum, The Henry Parkes Museum, and Moat Cottage, a replica of Sir Henry Parkes' childhood home in England.
The King's Castle Elvis Exhibit showcases an incredible collection of original Elvis Presley memorabilia, owned by Greg Page, the original Yellow Wiggle. Adjacent to it, the Parkes Motor Museum displays an impressive collection of vintage cars and motorcycles, highlighting the history of motoring.
The Henry Parkes Museum brings Parkes' early history to life with over 15,000 items, including Sir Henry Parkes memorabilia, vintage agricultural machinery, and displays about the Wiradjuri people and the Emmanuel Brothers. Highlights include two historic churches, a blacksmith shop, and Wongalea School, where Sunstruck was filmed in 1972.
Don't miss Moat Cottage, where an interactive display shares the life and achievements of Sir Henry Parkes, the Father of Federation.
Whether you're an Elvis fan, a vintage vehicle enthusiast, or a history buff, the Henry Parkes Centre offers an engaging journey through Australia's rich past.
Step back in time at the Henry Parkes Museum and Antique Machinery Collection
Located within the Henry Parkes Centre complex and owned and operated by the Parkes and District Historical Society, this fascinating museum brings the past to life through an impressive display of artifacts, photographs, and historical exhibits.
Wander through the heritage buildings, including a wooden schoolhouse, two historic churches, and a blacksmith shop. Explore the 1937 Silver City Comet train carriage, admire an extraordinary collection of antique farm machinery, and uncover over 10,000 historical items.
Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about the past, this unique collection offers a captivating journey through time.
Henry Rolland Park is located on the edge of Lake Burley Griffin and offers wide open lawns, landscaped gardens and unmatched views across the water.
Opened in 2018, the park was designed as a welcoming green space for both relaxation and activity. It features walking and cycling paths that connect to the lake's broader trail network, along with shaded seating, picnic spots, electric barbecues and fitness equipment.
It's the perfect place to unwind, meet with friends, or take in the beauty of Canberra's unique waterfront.
Dogs are welcome on-leash in most areas of the park, but are prohibited within 10 metres of playgrounds, fireplaces, fitness equipment or barbeques that are in use.
Australia's only orchid reserve, this site is renowned for the diversity of native terrestrial orchids. Some of the orchids are listed as rare and endangered species. Some are not only endemic to the state of Tasmania, but to the local area.
Take Railton Rd (B13) about five minutes' drive south from Latrobe.
The walk takes approximately 30 minutes. The reserve does not have any public facilities and there are no entry fees to pay.
Some 43 species have been recorded within the reserve, varying from the tall 60cm tall Hyacinth orchid Dipodium roseum, a leafless saprophyte that appears annually in early summer, to the tiny 2cm Winter Helmet orchids Corybas species.
Recent taxonomic review into the Genus Caladenia by the Centre for Plant Biodiversity, Australian National Botanical Gardens in Canberra, has resulted in the discovery of a new species, Robust Finger orchid, Petalochilus tonellii, named after the reserve founder and Hon. Warden Peter Tonelli.
The Henry Wylie Heritage Garden is named after Henry Wylie.
Henry Wylie built the now heritage listed building in the garden in 1855. It was built when copper was the economic cornerstone of the new state of South Australia. Auburn was on the road from Burra to the gulf port of Port Henry (now known as Port Wakefield).
The garden is a blend of nature and culture designed to delight visitors. The garden has a rich collection of ornamental and productive trees along with a great variety of smaller trees and shrubs. Each visitor will experience the garden in their own way – colours, seasons, secluded corners, winding paths, stone lined creek, sounds – running water, birds busy in the trees.
After you have visited the garden, you can enjoy coffee and tea along with some light eats in the Velvet & Willow Pantry.
Hens Teeth Trading is a unique home living store offering a carefully curated selection of one-of-a-kind furniture pieces, unusual and rare plants, natural fiber clothing, eclectic homewares and more.
The store is passionate about finding items that tell a story, with a special focus on nature and natural materials. Each piece of furniture is thoughtfully chosen and lovingly refurbished on-site in Cobram. The team at Hens Teeth Trading has a deep appreciation for the craftsmanship of vintage furniture and treasures the character that comes with well-worn surfaces.
Visitors to the store will be surprised by the delightful mix of homewares, textiles, plants, gorgeous outdoor pots and specially selected, refurbished furniture. The store's eclectic offerings create a warm and inviting atmosphere for all who walk through the door.
Nestled in a charming old shed in Cobram's industrial area, Hens Teeth Trading is a hidden gem. The store is easy to find, with a beautiful mural designed and painted by Kirrily Anderson, located at 70 Broadway Street.
Catering to the community the Henty Community Club is a sportsman's delight. With two bowling greens and an 18 hole golf course, spend some time and play a round or two in Henty.
Why not have a meal after your game with meals available Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. With meeting rooms and hall available for hire the Henty Community Club has everything you need all in the one place.
The Henty Creative Gallery is located over the railway line and opposite the Henty Bakery.
Open on weekends. They are a community gallery run entirely by volunteers and opened for the first time in April 2018.
Amazing Creative Locals have produced items of fine arts, photography, quilting, pottery, porcelain, textiles, tin, wood and wire. They have work of various sizes on display and for sale.
Many of the volunteers are Creative Locals so have a chat to them about their work and talents and read about others in the information display booklet. You may even see a Creative Local at work in the Gallery.
A table, pencils and colouring-in books are provided for young children while Mum and Dad enjoy the displays.
Improvements have been made to the course, with three bridges built to facilitate the movement of golf carts. The club was presented with two powered golf carts by the NSW Golf Foundation in 2006. A heavier bridge was built over the dam to allow the tractor to cross.
The big change to the course has been the sale of 7.33 acres of the north-western corner to Vitality Life for the Sweetwater Retirement Village. The sale forced the relocation of the seventh green, the work done with a working bee and six trucks bringing in fill to build up the green. The 10th, 17th and 18th fairways vanished and had to be incorporated within the rest of the course with some of the holes being shortened and others lengthened.
The 18 hole sand green golf course is regarded as being one of the best in terms of being very well maintained. The season runs from April through to September. New members and visitors are always welcome.
Discover the natural beauty of Henty Government Dam Nature Reserve, a peaceful spot just outside Henty and a haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers.
The reserve is home to up to 140 species of birds, including resident and seasonal visitors. Explore the two walking tracks developed by the Henty Rotary Club and enjoy the native vegetation, birdlife and regional wildlife as you make your way through this important wildlife corridor between Henty and Pleasant Hills.
Pack a picnic and make the most of the reserve's picnic area, surrounded by the tranquillity of the natural environment. Whether you're keen to spot local birdlife, enjoy a leisurely walk or simply relax outdoors, Henty Government Dam Nature Reserve is a lovely place to experience the region's natural surroundings.
The Henty Observer Printing Museum is housed in the original 1934 brick building of The Observer newspaper.
Visitors can observe how the newspapers of yesteryear were printed and see how much printing has changed since then.
The museum is home to a variety of Platen machines some pre-1900, one of the original Wharfedale printing machines of 1907, a large Miehle auto printer, linotype machines, newspaper folding machines, guillotine and other printing memorabilia of historical interest.
The Henty Swimming Pool is the perfect place to spend a warm summer’s day by the pool with a fantastic grassed area suitable for picnics, a basic kiosk and pools to suit all ages and seasonal swimming activities.
The Henty Swimming Pool is open from November to March annually, however opening hours and days can change depending on availability of staff and are subject to change.
The Henty Swimming Pool is located alongside the Henty Tennis Courts.
Hepburn Springs’ only historic Bathhouse, has been providing traditional wellness mineral bathing since 1895.
Drawing mineral rich waters directly from the natural source, this iconic bathhouse reconnects you with an array of mineral wellness experiences including indulgent 100% pure private mineral baths and a selection of specifically designed spa and bathing packages.
Explore the healing effects of mineral wellness in the facilities which include a relaxation pool, spa pool, an aroma steam room, magnesium salt therapy pool, creekside pool, walk-in cool down pool and spa couches submerged in mineral water, complemented by extensive relaxation decks.
From private healing mineral baths to signature rituals, steam therapies, massage therapies, facial therapies, body therapies and more, every treatment at the spa will rejuvenate and reinvigorate.
Enjoy the welcoming wildlife, dozing kangaroos and peaceful bushland setting.
Hepburn Golf Course features 18 undulating holes measuring 4,665 meters.
Whilst only short in length, the course features couched fairways and fantastic greens making for a challenging and wonderfully unique playing experience (with plenty of native wildlife watching on!)
With amazing value 18 hole, 13 hole, nine hole and even five hole green fee options available, there is something for everyone to enjoy. A range of hire equipment is also available including motorised carts, clubs and buggies.
Visitors to the region are also invited to relax at the Hepburn Golf Course's charming country clubhouse which features stunning views of the golf course from its elevated vantage point.
Whether you're hitting the course or just looking for a relaxing spot to enjoy a hot or cold drink – their fully licensed clubhouse is open for all to enjoy.
Relax, rejuvenate and explore. This region is home to over 80% of Victoria's Mineral Springs, famous for their stunning natural settings and healing waters. The Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve at Hepburn Springs was Australia’s first Mineral Reserve created in 1865 and houses the historic Bathhouse and Pavilion buildings.
Take some time out to rejuvenate and take the waters or explore one of the many walking trails that are found throughout the Reserve. Have a wander along the creek to each mineral spring and taste the famous mineral water from the pumps throughout the reserve. There are barbeque facilities, picnic areas and a playground, so why not spend the day. The historic Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa and Pavilion Cafe are located in the Mineral Springs Reserve.
For more information about walks from the Mineral Springs Reserve contact Parks Victoria. To book a mineral bathing session or a spa, contact the Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa.
Hepburn Park in Goonellabah is primarily used for sporting events and community events.
The park features multiple playing fields and facilities suitable for hockey, cricket, oz tag and touch football.
The grounds are equipped with amenities, lighting and seating to support local clubs and sporting teams. The grounds are used for both casual and organise sports competitions making it a hub for local and national sporting events.
Nestled around the famous mineral spring townships of Daylesford, Hepburn and Hepburn Springs, the Hepburn Regional Park is a natural treasure. Rich with natural springs and relics from the gold mining era, the park provides opportunities for bushwalking, camping, cycling, picnicking and horse riding.
Visit the mineral springs of Sailors Falls, Tipperary Springs, Golden and Argyle Springs as you walk along the many tracks that wind through the bushland and along the creeks and water races.
Take the Mineral Springs Loop Walk for a view of Sailors Falls, or walk from Breakneck Falls to Golden Springs, sampling some of the ‘curative’ waters, before making your way to Jacksons Lookout for panoramic views from the tower over the surrounding landscape. Stop in for a wood-fired barbecue picnic at Lalgambuk (Mount Franklin), Twin Bridges or Bryces Flat and take in the serenity of this beautiful retreat.
Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website.
Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.
Step into history at Heppner Gardens, a beautiful tribute to the pioneering spirit of Waikerie. Originally a large stone yard for the stone mason Rudy Heppner, this historic spot was transformed into a lush garden, blending natural beauty with the town’s legacy. From 1930, Rudy’s family shaped the area, later selling it to the local council, which cultivated the gardens into the
vibrant space you see today.
Heppner Gardens was named after Rudy and Ida as a heartfelt homage to Waikerie’s past and their dedication to weeding, clearing, and maintaining the area before council took over the
maintenance.
Take a peaceful walk through history, relax, and feel the pride of Waikerie’s early settlers. Make Heppner Gardens a memorable stop on your visit to Waikerie, where heritage and beauty intertwine.
Located in the heart of the Adelaide CBD, Her Majesty's Theatre is a beautifully restored, world-class venue with an unmissable street-facing entrance.
First opened in 1913, it has been modernised to feature state-of-the art lighting, sound and facilities but maintain its historic architectural charm.
With more than 100 years of presenting some of Adelaide's finest entertainment, Her Majesty's Theatre continues to support and co-present major touring shows and musicals from around the world, while fostering South Australian ensembles and artists.
