Eungella National Park

Eungella National Park – the best place to see platypus

Eungella National Park is situated at the end of Pioneer Valley, approximately 86 km west of Mackay, making it a popular destination for a weekend getaway or a short vacation. To reach the park, you must travel on a winding road that ascends to the top of the surrounding plains. Fortunately, the road is now…

Koolpin Gorge - Pink Pool

Koolpin Gorge (Jarrangbarnmi) – escape the crowds of Kakadu

Koolpin Gorge is a great spot if you want to escape crowds in Kakadu National Park. To get there you have to obtain a camping/hiking permit and take a 4WD drive track. We returned to Kakadu after a few years after our trip around Australia, to explore Koolping Gorge as we missed it before. This time…

Nanny's Retreat

Untouched Lorella Springs – Off-limits 4WD paradise

One day, we decided it was time to visit the Northern Territory again, and while searching for a place to stay, we stumbled upon Lorella Springs Wilderness Park. The park is located a long distance away, about 2,900 km from Brisbane, but we were up for the adventure. We planned to visit other interesting places…

Carnarvon Gorge National Park

Carnarvon Gorge National Park – stunning rocky landscapes & tranquil rock pools

Description Carnarvon Gorge National Park is a stunning natural wonder located in Central Queensland, Australia. With its towering sandstone cliffs, picturesque waterfalls, and diverse flora and fauna, like emus, brumbies, wallabies, kangaroos, and goannas. The park offers visitors an unforgettable outdoor experience. One of the most popular activities in the park is hiking the many…

Lawn Hill National Park

Lawn Hill National Park – the stunning hidden gem of Queensland

Description Lawn Hill National park, also called Boodjamulla National Park by Waanyi traditional owners, is located far in the west-north corner of Queensland, 320 km from Mount Isa mining town. If you never heard of it, don’t worry. We barely knew its existence before our trip to Lorella Springs. Lawn Hill National Park is one…

Cania Gorge National Park

Cania Gorge National Park – The Overhang and Big Foot

Description Cania Gorge National Park is located in the North Burnett Region of Queensland. The closest bigger towns are Monto located 38 km on the south or Biloela located 105 km away on the north. The park is known for its towering cliffs, old caves, and sheltered gorges. Also, you can find aboriginal paintings on…

Burrum Coast National Park - Theodolite Estuary

Burrum Coast National Park – beautiful beaches and 4WD driving

Description Burrum Coast National Park is located in the Wide Bay Burnett Region, 38 km from Childers, 55 km from Bundaberg, and 93 km from Hervey Bay. The park is divided into four sections: Only Kinkuna and Woodgate have recreation facilities. In Burrum National Park, visitors can expect to find wide beaches with great fishing,…

Purnululu National Park

Purnululu National Park – spectacular sandstone domes

Description Nestled deep within the rugged Kimberley region of Western Australia lies a natural wonder that has captured the imagination of visitors from around the world. The Purnululu National Park, a UNESCO Word Heritage listed in 2003 , is home to some of the most striking geological formations on the planet – the Bungle Bungle…

Gold Coast

Gold Coast Hinterland and joyful theme parks

We stayed in Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park in Helensvale. The park was renovated recently and we could enjoy a new swimming complex with a big round pool, a children pool and a hot spa.  It was a good starting point wherefrom we could go to Brisbane for job interviews or drive around and see…

Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Impressive Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Before driving to Sunshine Coast we heard a lot about it. People say that Sunshine Coast is very beautiful and not as busy as some places on Gold Coast. So, we were looking forward to seeing all the attractions around it. Once we got to Tewantin which is located in the north of the Sunshine…