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This particular meridian is the basis of the Eastern Australian Standard Time, used in Queensland, New South Wales (except Broken Hill), Victoria and Tasmania.
The 150 Degrees East Meridian crosses the Oxley Highway 34 kilometres south-west of Gunnedah. Methods of measuring time have varied over the ages, but the time unit most commonly employed has been the apparent daily circuit of the sun, from which solar time is derived.
The solar day is based on one complete rotation of the earth aroun... Gunnedah, Gunnedah Area
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The entrance to the Abercrombie Caves is through the majestic Archway. Solid masses of marble decorate the walls of the caves highlighted by the soft natural light entering from each end.
More than a century ago goldminers built a platform for dances in one of the main galleries. Today the historic dance floor is used as a stage for underground concerts, weddings and Christmas carols.
The bushrangers cave was once the hideout for the Ribbon Gang, led by the ill-fated Ralph Entwistle, who beg... Trunkey Creek, Bathurst Area
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Is one of the several Tribal Ceremonial Grounds in the district and has been fenced and marked with a description board. Ceremonial grounds are very significant to the Aboriginal people and are usually marked with a Bora Ring. The Bora Ring is a raised platform of dirt arranged in a circle.Tucki Tucki, Lismore Area
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The Aboriginal Heritage Walking Track, in the Deniliquin State Forest, was
developed by the local community.Deniliquin, Deniliquin Area
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Features of the scenic reserve include the beach, a natural rock pool, creek,
scenic walking tracks and picnic facilities.
The Abrahams Bosom Reserve has two interesting walks:-
The Wreck Walk - is a 2.5km return walk that takes a leisurely one hour, on an
easy gradient and takes in the site of the wreck of the S.S. Merimbula which
ran aground at 1.00am on the 27th March, 1928.
The Trig Walk - which includes the Wreck Walk, is a hillier walk of 9km and
takes a... Currarong, Shoalhaven Area
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Adams Lookout is five kilometres north-east of Barraba and is named after Alfred Adams who purchased Barraba Station in 1850. To access the site turn
right off Fossickers Way at the signpost, three kilometres north of Barraba. This is the access road to the old Woodsreef mining site. There are fine views
of the town and surrounds.Barraba, Barraba Area
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HISTORIC GOLD CRUSHING BATTERY AND FALLS. RUINS OF THE GOLD RUSH ERA.
RESTORED WORKINGS SHOW REMARKABLE ENGINEERING FEATS OF THE MINERS.
GOLD WAS DISCOVERED IN 1852 AND THE AREA WAS MINED RIGHT UP UNTIL 1944.
250 TONNES OF GOLD WAS MINED FROM THE AREA.
IDEAL WALKING, SWIMMING AND PICNIC AREA. PUBLIC TOILETS, CHAIRS & TABLES
AVAILABLE. WOOD BBQ AVAILABLE.Adelong, Tumut Area
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One of the most popular beaches on the north coast, Airforce beach is patrolled during the summer holiday period. It has fairly consistent surf with the best wave direction being from the east northeast. Easy walking distance from the popular Silver Sands Caravan Park.
Kiosk facility located at main beach area.Evans Head, Richmond Valley Area
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1500 acre fully working cattle and irrigation farm on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River. Sit back and relax as you are taken around the farm in a horse drawn cart, while shown exotic animals such as the American Bison and the Indian Black Buck. You will also learn more about irrigation practices and layouts. You will witness the mighty size of the River Red Gums and their native residence as you travel into the brilliant River Red Gum Forest, where there has been over 20 species of birds si... Darlington Point, Murrumbidgee Area
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Set in the magnificent bushland of Bowen Mountain, Alyn Cottage Gallery and Tea Room offers more than 50 paintings by various local artists in oils, watercolour and pastels Resident artist, Lynne James, specialize in paintings of Australian birds, animals and scenery. Craft displays at the gallery include sewn articles, floral art, shirts, cards, pottery and folk art.
A Healing Sanctuary is also open and includes meditation. Lynne also has an interesting selection of air force memorabilia wh... Bowen Mountain, Hawkesbury Valley
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Anderson Fire Trail runs from Bedford Creek near Woodford to Kings Tableland at Wentworth Falls and is suitable for mountain biking and walking. The Trail also provides access to Murphys Glen and Ingar Picnic Area.Woodford, Blue Mountains Area
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Angels Beach - covering 68 hectares & 2Kilometres. A green corridor of native plants and trees (over 250 species) from Black Head to Flat Rock. Stroll along walking tracks, through pockets of littoral (coastal) rainforest, heath land, wetland and melaleuca-sedgeland. View birds (migratory, shore and bush) as they fly, feed and roost. Watch for echidnas, lizards, frogs, wallabies and snakes. See dolphins at play offshore, and humpback whales migrating between June & October. Explore the marine li... East Ballina, Ballina Area
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There is a walking track to the Blue Pool from the car park area at the eastern end of The Crescent. The pool is extremely deep and it is a very popular swimming hole. Despite signs warning against the practice, young people often jump or dive from various levels on the steep cliff at the northern end of the pool.The rock shelf separating the pools from the ocean is an interesting area to explore. Families often picnic around the picturesque freshwater pools. The freshwater pools are a sensitive... Angourie, Yamba Area
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Located at the end of Hat Hill Road in the Grose Valley, this weathered sandstone rock formation offers magnificent views over the Grose Valley to Mt Banks and Mt Hay. Wind eroded Cave is just 400 metres to the west. Dirt road access for two kilometres.Katoomba, Blue Mountains Area
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Aquatic Explorers is an SSI (Scuba Schools International) Platinum Facility offering new divers and experienced divers high-quality professional dive training. All dive courses are conducted on the premises in state-of-the-art training facilities. The company is a TDI/SDI Instructor Development Facility, providing courses using the latest training materials and teaching methods from TDI/SDI Australia. The shop provides air fills, nitrox blending and equipment hire. Oceanic Dealer of the Year fr... Sydney Suburbs, Sydney
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The Southern End...Arrawarra Headland Road will provide access to Arrawarra Headland Reserve. The reserve boasts the following facilities; picnic tables, toilets, beach shower, and a gravel boat ramps. Council Lifegaurds patrol Darlington/Lorikeet Monday - Sunday from 7 December for three weeks ending patrols on a Sunday. It is then patrolled on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays until 26 January in the following year. Confirm times with Council's Senior Lifeguard, Greg Hackfath on 041828507... Arrawarra, Coffs Harbour Area
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Aslings Beach is central to the town of Eden, and flanks the northern part of Twofold Bay. Whales (October-November) and dolphins are often seen right along the shoreline, either feeding or sheltering in the Bay. A great family beach located opposite and very close to Eden's range of Caravan Parks and surrounded by Boyd National Park where bushwalking and exploring the coastline can be enjoyed.Eden, Sapphire Coast
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Austinmer Beach is one of the more popular beaches north of Wollongong. Its popularity dates back to the 1900's when people came by train to stay at several guest houses. Today Austinmer is well set up to cater to large summer crowds. It lies next to Lawrence Hargraves Drive, with shops lining the western side and a large car park and park between the beach and the Drive. Norfolk Island pines back the length of the beach with the new Surf Club and other amenities occupying the southern half of t... Austinmer, Wollongong Area
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Set between beautiful blue waters with golden sand and the dramatic, forested mountains Austinmer, is a destination in its self, made all the more special when you arrive by train. Built in 1887, the Railway Station is of a simple timber design, in keeping with the casual beach atmosphere of the town.Austinmer, Wollongong Area
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An easy 50 minutes drive from Sydney Harbour Bridge, you will come to one of the best places in New South Wales to experience the “Australian Bush Experience“ as our rangers guide you on an interactive tour of our 170 acre sanctuary.
Get to taste, touch, smell our bush tucker and bush medicine and meet some of our hand reared animals face to face - koalas, emus, kangaroos, pademelons as they live and roam freely in the bush the way they did before the European settlement for wonderful photograp... Calga, Gosford Area
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** Before exploring the Alps, walkers must obtain detailed maps of their chosen walking area including a copy of 'Alpine Walking Track' by J. Siseman **
The Australian Alps form the largest area of mountainous alpine country in the Nation, extending from Canberra and the nearby Brindabella range,
through the Snowy mountains of New South Wales and along the great dividing range to north east of Melbourne. More than ten peaks exceed 2100
metres, including Mt Kosciuszko, Australia's highest mo... Sawpit Creek, Snowy River Area
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The museum's historic vessels and boats are available for viewing by appointment at Rozelle Bay. 'Lady Hopetoun', 'Waratah', 'John Oxley', 'Boomerang', 'Kanangra', 'Gretel 11' are operational sea going vessels.
The Heritage Boat collection (historic smaller boats) are available for inspection at Wharf 7, Pirrama Rd Pyrmont (near the Australian National Maritime Museum and Star City Casino.) These include 'The Child of the Bounty', 'Tom Thumb' and 'Yendys'.
The 1874, fully restored, iron ba... Sydney, Sydney
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There's so much more to the Australian Rainforest Sanctuary than first meets the eye.
Cathy and Ed Manners opened the park in 1985. They view it as a work of art, using the natural shapes and colours of the rainforest as the canvas for a wide variety of ever-changing views and vistas. You'll do well to find a more beautiful setting for a picnic or barbecue.
But the park also offers a unique chance to experience and learn about the lifecycle of an authentic Australian rainforest.
The park is ... Ourimbah, Wyong Area
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The multi national award-winning Australian Reptile Park enjoys the reputation of being The Zoo with Bite by offering unique exhibits, native and exotic animals and an animal experience you'll never forget. The zoo is situated less than one hour north of Sydney Harbour Bridge and south of Newcastle.
Discover loads of exciting daily interactive wildlife shows, including dingoes, wombat and Hugo a Galapagos tortoise. Hand-feed friendly red, gray and Kangaroo Island kangaroos as well as wallaro... Somersby, Gosford Area
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Since 2001 the Ultimate Soaring Centre in AustraliaCorowa, Corowa Area
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Australia's Bush Orchestra will introduce you to a unique thought provoking experience. Under a vibrant canopy of Australia's most colourful birdlife you will learn about the lives of great spiritual leaders, whose finest moments are revealed to you at beautiful locations throughout the forest.
There are two walks each taking approximately 30 minutes, one through ironbark forest the other through rainforest. You are accompanied by the sounds of bellbirds and other bird life.
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A popular surf beach lined with towering Norfolk Island Pines, Avoca Beach has a relaxed atmosphere which is sought after by locals and visitors alike.
The beach area, which stretches almost 2 kms, incorporates both Avoca Beach and North Avoca Beach and is renowned as a fisherman's paradise. A large
rock platform at the southern end of the beach invites exploration and a protected rock pool provides a playground for young children. Aquamuse
leisure boat hire is located on the adjoining Avoc... Avoca Beach, Gosford Area
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North Avoca Beach is quietly tucked in between two of the Central Coast's more well known beaches - Avoca Beach and Terrigal Beach. Even though this beach is well renowned for its powerful north-easterly swells, it is also a great spot for a beach walk. Walkers will admire the luxury hill-side homes which take in some of the most spectacular coastal views of NSW.
The big waves on North Avoca Beach ensure it is a popular surfing spot for locals and visitors alike. Although the beach is patrolle... Avoca Beach North, Gosford Area
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Avon is the third and the largest of the four upper Nepean Dams. It was completed in 1927 to serve the Sydney area. In 1963, it was diverted to meet the increasing needs of the Illawarra region and today supplies all of Wollongong.
When necessary, Avon Dam receives additional water from the Shoalhaven Scheme via the Nepean Dam. The 72 metre high Avon Dam holds water from a 140 square kilometre catchments’, forming a lake of 1,055 hectares, with a capacity of 214,360 mega litres.
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South of Crescent are the beautiful beaches of the Goolawah Camping Reserve. Back Beach is very popular with fisherman and nature lovers. This beach has no lifesaving patrols, so it is advised to surf safely and keep a close watch on children. Dogs, kept under control, are welcome.Crescent Head, Kempsey Area
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Seven kilometres east of Marulan is the tiny village of Tallong. Beyond is a remarkable gorge bisected by the Shoalhaven River. There are fine views of the gorge available from Badgery's Lookout. Badgery's Lookout is just seven kilometres along Coura Ridge Road which heads out of Tallong.Goulburn, Goulburn Area
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This is a popular beach for walking the dog as it is the only dog friendly beach in Port Stephens very calm stretch of beach
Popular for family picnics as plenty of shade wood BBQ's, picnic tables, public toilets, playground equipment, plenty of parking.
For the fishing enthusiasts - great spot to catch trumpeter whiting, flathead & blue swimmer crabs
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Lookouts, fauna and flora reserves, budding falls, pilot hill, picnic areas and arboretum ash walk and sugar
pine walk. Great for picnics and for relaxing with nature in peacefull surroundings.Batlow, Tumut Area
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The Barrage is a barrier limiting mixture of salt seawater with fresh water from the Tuckean Swamp. Hectares of waterlillies ornament the scene.
A variey of birds including Wandering Whistling-Duck, Balck Swan, Pacific Black Duck, Grey Teal, Hardhead, Pelican, Great and LIttle Egrets, Coots, Comb-crested Jacan, Black-fronted Dotterel, Rainbow Bee-eater, Superb and Red-backed Fairy-wrens and the Scarlet Honeyeater can be seen from the roadway.Bagotville, Ballina Area
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The Glen Innes District is renowned for its strange and unique rock formations.
One of the most unusual is the Balancing Rock, 12 kilometres south of Glen Innes on the New England Highway. The gigantic boulder of granite rests precariously on a 300 millimetre point amongst other rock formations.
Balancing Rock is on private property. The rock is about 150m from the highway. To view the rock simply stop as the rest area which is marked with a sign to say Balancing Rock.
When travelling nort... Stonehenge, Glen Innes Area
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The Ballina Fishing Park offers a unique fishing experience in the beautiful surrounds of the Richmond River estuary. The fishing park is stocked full of prize quality Bream, Jewfish & other ocean fish to catch & release or to deep. We also have award winning giant tiger prawns seasonally available at our kiosk or to catch yourself. At the fishing park you can also cook what you catch at our BBQ picnic area & taste fresh Australian seafood in bush surroundings. The Ballina Fishing Park has s... Ballina, Ballina Area
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This museum is home to the LA BALSAS raft
On May 27,1973 three balsa rafts left Ecuador and arrived at Ballina on 21st November 1973. The aim of the expedition was to prove that ancient civilisations from South America could have traversed the Pacific in large numbers to populate the Pacific Islands and Australia. One recreated raft was constructed from two of the rafts and along with other items from the expedition are on display at the museum. The history and a video record of the expedition ... Ballina, Ballina Area
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This lookout was established by the rotary club of Ballina to enable visitors to enjoy the 360 degree panoramic views of the coastline, township
and hinterland. Binoculars allow viewing of points of scenic and historic interest.
The Rotary Lookout was rebuilt in April 2006, in a joint project between the Ballina Council, Ballina Rotary Club and a Work for the Dole team. The result is a much larger and higher viewing platform to overlook Ballina, the Richmond River and local beaches. The result... Ballina, Ballina Area
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Since the construction of the Ballina Skate Park in 2000, the Skate Park has seen a lot of use not only by locals but also by pros. To make the park even better it is situated right next to the River - this makes a park worth going to.East Ballina, Ballina Area
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The 32km of white beaches is a beach lovers dream with sheltered coves, vast ocean beaches and some of the world's finest surf breaks. The beach fishing is legendary and if you wet a line from the North or South Wall, you're in for a treat!Ballina, Ballina Area
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Ballina's Shared Paths make some of the most popular and enjoyable activities easily accessible for people of all ages. Visitors and residents alike can cycle or stroll along and explore the river and ocean foreshores at leisure. Enjoy spotting dolphins and pelicans as you meander along the North Break wall. Drop into the Ballina Visitor Information Centre & pickup your free Cycleway Network Ballina & Lennox Head brochure.Ballina, Ballina Area
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This triangle of basalt rock juts 550 metres out of the sea.
Situated 23 km south of Lord Howe Island, Ball’s Pyramid is the world’s tallest sea stack and one of a series of volcanic pinnacles formed from a massive eruption millions of years ago. Windswept and inhospitable, Ball’s Pyramid was first climbed by mountaineers in 1965. Today, such activity is off-limits and viewing is by cruise boat only. Its surrounding waters are popular diving and fishing spots, and hundreds of sea birds circles i... Lord Howe Island, Lord Howe Island Area
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The Balmoral Bathers Pavilion provides for all your beachside needs. Whether it is spectaular food and wine to match the view, or a more relaxed café meal, a gift for yourself or a friend the Pavilion will surpass all your expectations.Sydney Suburbs, Sydney
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Balmoral Beach is a stretch of restaurants, beautiful houses and expensive yachts, and a beach that is postioned with views over Sydney Harbour National Park and through 'the Heads' - the gateway to Sydney Harbour.
It's an ideal place for a quick swim and takeaway fish and chips at sunset. In fact, its the type of beach where you can take your rollerblades, dog, bike, sailboard and football, or just a picnic basket.
The middle area of the beach is graced with a classic footbridge across the s... Sydney Suburbs, Sydney
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In 1885 concerned British colonists thought an invasion from Russians was imminent. Bare Island Fort was built to protect 'Sydney's back door'- Botany Bay - thus settling the minds of the early settlers.
Enter a world of military pride, shocking scandals and hidden secrets. We will bring out the big guns to impress you on this tour!
You may recognise Bare Island as the location for some thrilling action sequences in a well know movie... visit to find out more!
On Sundays The Bare Island Fo... Sydney Suburbs, Sydney
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Barham Lakes Complex is located off Murray St, at the south-eastern corner of town. It is a recreation area situated upon reclaimed riverside land. There are four interconnected artificial lakes, stocked with fish and yabbies, spread over 16 ha, with another 24 ha of grassland sporting hundreds of native plants. There is also a 4-km walking track with picnic and barbecue facilities, showers and toilets, a children's playground and a beached swimming area.
A museum will soon be established near ... Barham, Barham Area
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Barmedman Mineral Pool is a large therapeutic pool that is said to ease aches
and pains due to the high mineral content. The pool is fed by an underground
stream and is surrounded by shady grassed areas.
The popular pool has its origins in the flooding of the Barmedman goldmines by an underground stream. It now has a kiosk (open in summer), barbecues and dressing sheds. Located within a four-hectare reserve it is said by some to have healing properties due to the high mineral content. There ... Barmedman, West Wyalong Area
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Barren Grounds Nature Reserve is located on one of the most southerly plateaus of the Sydney Basin. Surrounding the reserve is an escarpment of sandstone approximately 230-250 million years old which forms the bedrock of the reserve. The reserve contains a wide variety of habitats including heath, woodland and tall forest. Excellent bushwalking giving walkers fantastic views of the Illawarra coastline and surrounding countryside.
Barren Grounds is home to a diverse array of wildlife including ... Jamberoo, Kiama Area
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Barrington Tops National Park is located on 73,933 hectares and is listed on the World Heritage List. The National Park is located 38 kilometres west of Gloucester, 40 Kilometres north-west of Dungog and 65 Kilometres east of Scone.
This rugged park is full of contrasts. Carved out of an ancient volcano, it rises from near sea level to over 1500m. In the lower valleys, you'll find World Heritage-listed subtropical rainforests. Up on the plateau, there is subalpine woodland which regularly sees... Gloucester, Gloucester Area
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This area takes its name from the great Australian explorer - George Bass. In May 1943, the American merchant ship 'Cities Services Boston' sank off Bass Point and although no sailors' lives were lost, 4 Australian soldiers who went to their aid were drowned. An annual service remembers there bravery and a memorial has been erected on site.
Bass Point is a popular spot for recreational visits, fishing, diving and walking. Bass Point contains Aboriginal middens of national significance as well... Shellharbour, Shellharbour Area
