Drive into Gresford and you may spot a fun and playful mural on the side of the local Butchers. This mural is part of a grand vision for Gresford…. to 'bring the Gresford area alive with beautiful murals for the community and visitors to enjoy'. This is the mission of the Gorgeous Gresford Mural Committee, and each time you visit you might discover another mural or public art piece enlightening the landscape.
The Butcher Mural was painted by Newcastle based mural artist Dan Bianco.
The Cairn - Indicates the site of the first Post Office.
The South Australian Company store houses were constructed on this site. The original building on this site was used as a dwelling between 1857 and 1883 than as a post office between 1871 and 1883. A cairn made partly of locally made brick stamped with a Kangaroo and the letter K.I. is on the original site near the beach overlooking the Bay of Shoals.
As you wander around the site you will see the well supplied water to the first settlers. Further along you will come across hollows where settlers' dwellings existed, and to an early road cutting. Take time to walk to the top of Flagstaff Hill, to enjoy breathtaking views, both of Kangaroo Island and across Backstairs Passage to Cape Jervis, on the mainland of South Australia.
Relax and unwind at The Calyx, where you can sip a coffee or enjoy al fresco dining before stepping into a vibrant, sensory exhibition filled with spectacular plants.
Exhibition entry is by donation. The moment you walk in you'll feel wrapped in nature, as if transported deep into the forest. Inside, more than 18,000 plants are on display, including one of the southern hemisphere's largest living green walls.
The Calyx is a public exhibition space, but it's also available for private hire, so it may occasionally close for events. Check the Botanic Gardens of Sydney website for closure dates.
Visitors can discover the stories behind the people, places and events that have helped shape NSW - where the history happened. A Blue Plaque visit offers more than sightseeing. It creates a direct connection between place and story, turning everyday locations into places of discovery. Each plaque reveals a unique piece of history, encouraging visitors to explore local areas from a new perspective and uncover stories they may never have known.
This blue plaque commemorates The Camden Red Cross Sewing Circles. These collaborative 'working bees' attracted local women from across the district who were able to use their skills to manufacture clothing and supplies for the war effort during the First and Second World Wars.
Visit the blue plaque at Camden Library, 40 John Street, Camden NSW 2570 and scan the QR code there to learn more.
The Auction Barn is a family business operating in Canberra for 14 years. Whilst they hold auctions three times per week, they now also have a retail space. The Buy It Now section is similar to an indoor market operating alongside the auctions selling antique and vintage wares.
The stalls have a variety of items from collectable English china, Carlton ware, Wedgwood, Minton, old coins, and art glass to unusual novelty items. They have sporting memorabilia, musical instruments, campaign furniture, records, brass, vintage tins and so much more.
If you are looking for something to do in Canberra please stop by at The Auction Barn.
Go back in time and visit The Candy Train in Picton for a huge range of specialty lollies, chocolates, fudge, chips, drinks, even seasonings and sauces from near and far! Offering more than just childhood nostalgia, The Candy Train stocks favourites from all over the globe.
Located in the heart of Picton, make your way leisurely through the town's streets and pick out something sweet for the perfect gift, children's party bags or a little treat just for you.
The Canyons is a pristine and largely undiscovered dive site on the Great Barrier Reef, offering a truly unique experience for Open Water Certified scuba divers seeking their next underwater adventure.
Located within the Capricorn Bunker Group on Queensland's Southern Great Barrier Reef, this remarkable site provides the opportunity to encounter an array of marine life, including reef fish, sharks, rays and more.
With depths ranging from 8-22m and visibility typically between 15-30m, The Canyons is well known for its authentic drift diving experience. Read more about drift diving below.
Add The Canyons to your scuba diving bucket list and explore this exceptional, unspoilt location with the Lady Musgrave Experience dive team. Every dive is guided by a Divemaster and includes free ascent and free descent.
Guildford is one of Western Australia's most historic towns and is listed on the State Register of Heritage Places. With its village charm, colonial architecture, and vibrant mix of antique stores, homewares boutiques, and cafés, Guildford is the perfect place to explore on foot.
Discover the stories behind this heritage-rich town via four self-guided heritage walk trails, each beginning and ending at the Old Guildford Courthouse—home to the Swan Valley Visitor Centre. Pick up or download the Guildford Mandoon Heritage Walk Trails Maps to start your journey.
The Captain Stirling Walk is one of the longer routes (2.25 kilometres, 60–75 minutes), marked with gold arrows to guide your way.
This scenic trail winds past the beautifully restored Rose and Crown Hotel c.1841 —WA's oldest continually operating pub—and historic Padbury's Stores c.1869.
Along the trail, you'll pass charming cottages, heritage streetscapes, and enjoy views across what was once Captain James Stirling's Woodbridge Estate on the Swan River floodplain.
As you stroll past pretty cottage gardens and along the London Plane tree-lined avenue, another highlight is the magnificent Chapel of St Mary and St George, located within Guildford Grammar School.* This iconic Gothic-style chapel is considered one of Australia's finest.
*Note: The chapel is not open to the public. Exterior photography must not include students.
The Cathedrals on K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) are coloured sand cliffs that have been sculpted by the wind and rain blowing in off the Pacific Ocean. The colours - red, brown, yellow and orange - are spectacular and are best viewed in the early morning light. The size of the cliff faces are a reminder of exactly how large the sand dunes are on K'gari.
The Cathedrals are situated on 75 Mile Beach approximately 18 kilometres south of Indian Head.
The Caves is a unique dive site on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, offering an unforgettable experience for Open Water Certified divers looking to explore something a little different.
Dive alongside an array of marine life, including reef fish, sharks and rays, as you explore this spectacular site in the Capricorn Bunker Group.
With depths ranging from 12 to 24 metres and visibility often between 15 and 30 metres, The Caves provides a true drift dive experience.
A dive at The Caves is a must for any keen diver visiting the region, with every dive guided by an experienced divemaster and featuring free ascent and descent.
The Celebration Society helps you create and capture meaningful and memorable special occasions and seasonal celebrations with a range of handcrafted gifts and decor.
Their onsite studio and team of talented artists, including graphic designers, calligraphers and florists, create one-of-a-kind gifts and keepsakes. Their event decorating and photography team is ready to create and capture special milestones and seasonal events.
Take a break from shopping and treat yourself at the in-store indulgent café, The Naughty Corner. With a menu full of delightful treats, from gourmet ice cream to freshly baked donuts, their café offers a sweet escape for everyone.
Create cherished memories with The Celebration Society's professional photography services. Their digital studio is equipped to capture every milestone, from family portraits to special occasion shoots.
The Celebration Society offers a broad range of workshops designed to bring out your creative side. With everything from wreath-making and wedding decor workshops to children's cookie and cupcake decorating, not to mention sparkling high teas and featuring professional stylists, artists and makers.
The reflective memorial boardwalk and its gateway gallery entry are the focal point to 'The Centenary of ANZAC Memorial Walk'.
The walkway is intended as an emotional reflective experience and provides a timeline of WW1's many major battles of war. The gateway and orientation gallery contains interpretive works telling the stories of how the war began, the story of Gallipoli, the legend of ANZAC, the details of the Gallipoli campaign, the Somme, Fromelle, the Lone Pine battle and many more of these extraordinary campaigns.
The Centre is a modern flexible art space located in Beaudesert, South East Queensland. The Centre offers state-of-the-art facilities for meetings, events, exhibitions and performances by companies and artists from across the region, the country and the world.
The Centre Beaudesert is also a regional gallery (free admission) that presents a year-long program of significant community and touring exhibitions, public programs and workshops.
Entertaining and educational school holiday programs are also held there.
Located in the heart of the University of Sydney, the Chau Chak Wing Museum was designed to bring the Nicholson, Macleay and Art collections under one roof to share with the broader community.
The Nicholson Collection is the largest collection of antiquities in the Southern Hemisphere. The Macleay collection includes some of Australia's most significant natural history objects. The University Art Collection comprises more than 8,000 historical and contemporary works spanning millennia. Offering two thousand square metres of exhibition space over four levels, this public museum will allow three per cent of the collections to go on show at any given time, tripling previous exhibition space. The new museum also includes a temporary exhibition space.
The museum is a partner at the 24th Biennale of Sydney, 'Ten Thousand Suns', a free exhibition which runs from 9 March to 10 June 2024. Some of the artists exhibiting include Arthur Bropho, Alma Cuttabut, Parnell Dempster, Phillip Jackson, Gregory Kelly and Edie Wallam.
The museum will also be a valuable research and learning space for students and staff from across the university. Seven of the museum's opening exhibitions have already been announced. Entry to the museum will be free however, registration is essential.
The museum sits at the main entrance to the university's Camperdown campus, on University Avenue, opposite the Quadrangle.
The Church, located in Campbell Town, is a heritage-listed sandstone property built in 1857, steeped in rich Scottish and Tasmanian history.
Coach tours and group visits are welcomed, by prior arrangement, with private events tailored to provide a memorable experience.
Guests can enjoy an immersive historical slideshow that tells the story of both The Church and the surrounding region, ensuring that every visit is informative and engaging.
With its fully fenced grounds, gardens, caravan bar, immaculate facilities and picturesque setting, The Church is a perfect place for events and gatherings that blend Tasmania’s natural beauty with its Scottish heritage.
Delve into the rich Scottish history that weaves through Campbell Town, a town with a profound connection to its namesake, Elizabeth Campbell. Lachlan Macquarie, her Scottish husband, bestowed the names Campbell Town and Elizabeth River upon this charming locale.
The Scottish influence runs deep, with numerous ships arriving directly from Scotland, bringing forth a wave of Scottish settlers to this picturesque district. The Church, a testament to this heritage, was erected to serve the local Scottish Presbyterian community, with its inaugural minister being the esteemed Scotsman, Dr. Adam Turnbull.
A hub for Scottish culture, Campbell Town once played host to vibrant Highland Games, fostering a sense of community and celebration.
The Churn Room is a unique creative hub in the historic Old Dayboro Butter Factory, featuring an artisan store, two gallery spaces and workshop area.
Artisan Store
The ground floor showcases high-quality handmade gifts, jewellery, wearables and home décor by local makers with a commitment to sustainable, ethical craft. More like a collective than a traditional shop, the person who greets you is one of the artisans themselves—ready to share the stories behind their work.
Gallery Spaces
Upstairs, the Mezzanine Gallery—with its high ceilings and industrial character—hosts regular group and solo exhibitions from artists across the region and beyond.
On the ground floor, The Little Room, once a butter factory cold room, offers an intimate setting for close viewing. Exhibiting artists are often onsite, and the public is welcome at our exhibition openings, creating a welcoming gallery experience.
Workshops
The workshop area up-stairs connects you directly with creative skills and craftsmanship. Guest and in-house artisans teach small-group classes—ranging from jewellery and leatherwork to paper craft and painting and more—where you can learn traditional techniques and make pieces you'll be proud to use or gift. All materials are included.
Location
You'll find them on Dayboro's main street, through and behind Silverwood Café. Only an hour northwest of Brisbane, Dayboro is a charming country town dotted with cafés, eateries and historic features.
An immersive and bespoke vintage escape room in Sydney. As an indie company, they create all their own narratives, graphics, handmade props and bespoke puzzles.
Located in Newtown and St Peters, they are unique in that they make every part of their games - concepts, narratives, all the puzzles (electronic/wooden/graphic/magnetic), sound design, lighting - themselves and are independently owned and run. As proud Newtown locals who want to celebrate and support their unique suburb, they source any props from local second-hand and vintage shops. They also use reclaimed and recycled materials wherever possible.
They love immersive gaming environments, with tactile and authentic puzzles and themes. They have worked hard to create a fun and unique gaming experience that they would want to play.
Covering more than 195 kilometres of river between Nymboi-Binderay National Park and the township of Copmanhurst, the Clarence Canoe and Kayak Trail is officially New South Wales' greatest hidden gem (and Australia's longest mapped whitewater trail). Combining three wild river systems; the Nymbodia, Mann and Clarence, there is something to please all paddling palates across the eight map sections whether you're into bone-rattling rapids or zen-like cruising.
The trail can be completed in day sections or as one long adventure with primitive camping grounds along the route. Find a local guide to experience the trail with ease.
The Climbing Centre Penrith has climbing structures for all ages and fitness levels and for everyone from beginners to experts. All the climbing gear you'll need is available for hire, and there are no time limits – you can climb until your legs tell you to stop.
If you're just starting out, staff will equip you with the skills and knowledge to get you going, including a compulsory safety and belay lesson for first-timers. And, if you're an intermediate or experienced climber, head upstairs to the unassisted advanced bouldering area, where you can work on your bouldering and overhang skills without ropes.
Groups can book in for a fun day out or birthday party, and the centre also hosts school holiday climbing classes and has extended open hours during school holidays.
The Clock is a true Surry Hills institution. One of the most iconic venues in Sydney, The Clock offers something for everyone.
From catching the game in the Street Bar, enjoying a glass of wine along the famous balcony and watching the world go by, enjoying a delicious craft beer in the courtyard or discovering your new favourite cocktail, The Clock has you covered.
The Clock also serves some of the most delicious and fresh pub food in all of Sydney, come in and check out what it's all about!
Step into a world of colour and charm at The Clog Barn, where you can explore a miniature Dutch village without leaving Coffs Harbour. Wander through intricate hand-crafted models, complete with working windmills and a delightful garden railway—entry is free!
Don't miss the live clog-making demonstrations held daily, where you can watch traditional wooden clogs being made right before your eyes.
Browse the gift shop for unique Dutch souvenirs, including an impressive selection of clogs, soft clog slippers, and authentic blue Delft pottery—perfect mementos of your visit.
When it's time to refuel, Big Oma's Coffee House is open daily, serving up delicious breakfasts and lunches with gluten-free options available.
They're pet friendly too! Enjoy outdoor café seating with your furry friend, and feel free to bring them along as you explore the gift shop and miniature village.
The Coast track in Sydney's Royal National Park is an epic multi-day walk between Bundeena and Otford. Enjoy incredible coastal lookouts, swimming spots, seasonal wildflowers and whale watching along this challenging 26-kilometre track.
The Coast track is best tackled in sections or in a single day if you're a super-fit and experienced bushwalker.
The northern section of the walk covers around 16 km from Bundeena to Garie Beach. Allow 5-6 hours to enjoy the rugged beauty of sandstone escarpments, sandy beaches, coastal heath and forest, as you walk. There are several scenic stops along the way.
The southern section of the walk, Otford lookout and Garie Beach, covers 10 km and takes 3-5 hours. You'll pass Werrong lookout and several heritage shacks at South Era, as well as the coastal rainforest of Burning Palms and Palm Jungle.
There's no public transport through Royal National Park so remember to organise a car shuffle or have someone pick you up at Garie Beach picnic area. You'll need to bring drinking water and food with you.
Discover one of the Central Coast’s most beautiful walks. The Coast walking track runs through a narrow strip of forest between Forresters and Bateau Bay Beaches.
Setting out from Bateau Bay Beach picnic area, you'll wander along clifftops, past blackbutts and spotted gums, and absorb spectacular coastal views as you go. The best time to walk is between May and August, when you can do some whale watching from Crackneck lookout along the way. If you’re walking in spring, you’ll be treated to wildflowers coming into bloom, including ground orchids and flannel flowers, and you’re bound to spot birds all year round.
The return walk is about six kilometres, but if you’d like a shorter walk, try going one way, or you can break the walk up into shorter sections. No matter how you undertake it, you’re sure to find it rewarding.
Discover the charm of the Coastal Markets at Broadbeach, a lively beachfront destination where creativity meets the coast.
Held at Kurrawa Park on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month, these markets feature a dynamic mix of handmade art, fashion, gifts, homewares, and coastal-inspired treasures from talented local and visiting makers.
Stroll along the sandy pathways, browse ever-changing stalls, and enjoy the relaxed seaside atmosphere. With free entry and plenty of inspiration around every corner, the Coastal Markets at Broadbeach are the perfect way to spend a Sunday morning — supporting artisans, uncovering unique finds, and soaking up the vibrant Gold Coast lifestyle.
When: 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month, 8am–2pm
Where: Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach
