Get out and explore Brisbane's Backyard 2014

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Brisbane’s RegionsDrive in any direction and discover the beauty and diversity of Brisbane’s surrounding regions

SomersetKnown for outdoor

adventure, Somerset

offers quiet valleys,

rolling green hills and

expansive lakes perfect

for family fun, boating,

camping and postcard

views.

Lockyer ValleyKnown as South East

Queensland’s Salad

Bowl, the Lockyer Valley

is home to charming

towns and boasts

picturesque valley

pastures dotted with

roadside stalls selling

farm fresh produce.

Logan CityLogan City offers an

urban lifestyle with

a wealth of hidden

treasures, from

abundant wetlands

and curious wildlife to

adrenaline-pumping

adventure sports.

Ipswich CityAs Queensland’s

oldest provincial city,

Ipswich is immersed in

history. Enjoy heritage

buildings, antique

treasures and an

emerging cafe culture.

Scenic RimFollow the changing

landscape south west

from Brisbane and you’ll

find yourself in the

Scenic Rim, home to lush

rainforests, dramatic

mountain ranges and

local food and wine

trails.

Moreton Bay RegionJust north of Brisbane,

the Moreton Bay Region

draws visitors with its

family-friendly parks and

seaside markets, calm

beaches and waterways,

scenic drives and

rainforest walks.

Moreton IslandThe third-largest sand

island in the world,

Moreton Island’s crystal-

clear lagoons, tall sand

dunes and pristine

beaches will have you

feeling at one with

nature.

RedlandsWhether it’s a picnic by

the bay, sailing between

small subtropical

islands, or surfing the

white sandy beaches of

North Stradbroke Island,

Redlands is the ideal

coastal getaway.

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It’s a familiar story – loved ones land on your doorstep or you’re looking for something new to do…all the while, your bountiful backyard is just begging to be explored.


Kangaroo Point Cliffs

Where can we go? What can we do? Where are we staying?

How about you and your best mates swap stories along

a hike through a heritage-listed rainforest, celebrate your

anniversary with a loved one in a treetop villa, relax with

friends enjoying fish and chips by the bay, or exhaust the kids

playing at a water park and top it off with a refreshing treat.

Interested? All of this and much more can be done in

Brisbane, right on your doorstep.

Read on to discover suggestions to fill your days exploring

and creating precious memories.

We’d love to hear all about it, so share your trip with us,

#brisbaneanyday.


Explore the baysideBeneath that calm seaside exterior,

there’s plenty to do on Brisbane’s

bayside. Shop the markets at

Manly Harbour Village, cycle the

fantastic waterside pathways of

Sandgate and Shorncliffe before

feasting on fish and chips as you

watch kitesurfers from the comfort

of your picnic rug. Alternatively,

head north to Moreton Bay and

enjoy the family-friendly beaches

at Scarborough and Redcliffe or

south to Redlands for great fishing,

boating and water sports at

Victoria Point.

Top 5 fishing spots 1. Wellington Point Jetty

2. Amity Point, North

Stradbroke Island

3. Pumicestone Passage,

Bribie Island

4. Redcliffe Jetty

5. Manly Boat Harbour

Dive into our majestic coastVisitors fly from around the world in search of islands as idyllic as those on Brisbane’s coastline. With paradise at your doorstep, what are you waiting for?

Inject some excitement

into your summer and try

kite and windsurfing, kayaking

and paddleboarding with

Surfconnect.


North Gorge Headland,North Stradbroke Island

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Moreton IslandSurrounded on one side by

turquoise waters, and with ocean

beaches on the other, Moreton has

something for every adventure

junkie. Take advantage of the

perfect conditions for stand-up

paddleboarding or dive into

exotic schools of fish around the

Tangalooma wrecks. Soar through

the sky on a parasail, burn some

rubber on a quad bike, climb

Mt Tempest, the world’s tallest

stabilised sand dune, or get your

heart pumping as you toboggan

down The Desert.

North Stradbroke IslandSurrounded by endless beaches,

spectacular headlands and dotted

with cafes and architectural beach

houses, North Stradbroke Island is

a great spot to unwind. Start the

morning with a beach yoga class,

stroll along North Gorge Headland

Walk and cool off in the crystal-

clear surf before grabbing an

ice-cream at Point Lookout. Sink

your feet in to the sand, watch the

sun set over the bay and forget

you’re only 60 minutes from the

bustle of Brisbane.

Bribie IslandCross the bridge to Bribie Island

and immediately you’re captivated

by views of the spectacular

Pumicestone Passage, a calm

warm-water channel perfect

for fishing, bird watching and

watersports. Head to the east side

of the island to enjoy fish and chips

and stake your spot along a long

stretch of idyllic shoreline and calm

waters ideal for children.

Your guide to the islands


North Gorge Headland,North Stradbroke Island

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Foodie favouritesRestaurant Lurleen’s, Mt Cotton – modern chalet with quality

local produce

Ya Ya Bar and Eatery, Samford – retro tapas and pitch-perfect

cocktails

Eagle Rock Cafe, Laidley – 50s rock ‘n’ roll themed cafe

Kooroomba Vineyard, Boonah – lunch among fields of lavender

Three Little Pigs, Mt Tamborine – mountain bistro and local beer

Taste the country differenceSavour our region’s tantalising blend of food and wine trails as you eat and drink your way through some of the countryside’s finest produce.

Create something tastyAwaken your inner chef and get

hands-on experience with a class

at one of our favourite regional

cooking schools. At Wild Lime

Cooking School (pictured above)

in the Scenic Rim, you will learn how

to fuse culturally based cuisines with

wild food in an inspiring two-hour

class followed by lunch with local

wine. Alternatively, try the fine-dining

restaurant Focus by James in Logan

City and enjoy a wine or beer as

head chef Russell Holmes guides you

through each dish. Set on beautiful

Mt Tamborine, learn to cook a range

of different cuisines at Tamborine

Cooking School.

Paddock to plateIn the fertile Lockyer Valley, a

paddock to plate phenomenon

has emerged. Experience the fresh

food at Porters Plainland Hotel

or the boutique cafes of Forest

Hill. The Lockyer Valley Cultural

Centre showcases the freshest

local produce, Schulte’s Meat

Tavern offers quality smallgoods,

Seatonfire makes award-winning

chilli chocolate and the Mulgowie

Farmers’ Market locally produced

gelato is a taste sensation.


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Unwind in the VinesIf you’re looking to sample

a quality drop, Brisbane’s

range of wineries is bound

to delight even the most

discerning connoisseur.

Ocean View Estates –

Moreton Bay Region

In the scenic hinterland area

of Mt Mee and Ocean View, take

a walk through the vines, meet

Thomas the winemaker, dine

overlooking the lake and stay in

your own country cottage.

Winedown Tours – Somerset

Enjoy the picturesque drive before

tasting the gourmet delights of

Coolana Olives, Winya Wines and

Woongooroo Estate.

Sirromet – Redlands

Nestled in the Redlands hinterland,

Queensland’s largest and most-

awarded winery features fantastic

views of the surrounding bushland

and across the bay. Take a tour or

sample some of its famous wines

over lunch on the Tuscan Terrace.

Tamborine Wine Trail – Scenic Rim

Take a day trip to the cool, lush

beauty of Tamborine Mountain and

explore a wine trail that weaves

through the six wineries on the

mountain. While

you’re there, try a

tasting tray at the

MT Brewery or stop

off at Tamborine

Mountain Distillery

for a variety of

spirits made from

native ingredients.

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On your next visit to the Lockyer Valley let the Staging Post Café

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Lockyer Valley


Speed DemonDiscover your inner F1 racer

and speed into Kingston Park

Raceway (pictured above) for a

full-throttle experience. Kids can

battle it out on the Monte Carlo

and Indy tracks, while diehard

racers experience real side-by-

side racing on the Le Mans Track.

With top-speed karts reaching

80kph, prepare yourself for

wicked chicanes, hairpin corners

and a long straight for a speed

rush like no other.

Challenge your limits

Freefall SkydivingFeel the wind in your hair as you skydive from 14,000 feet above.

Soar above the clouds, valleys and farms on a day or night jump with

Somerset’s Skydive Ramblers (pictured above), Moreton Bay’s

Adrenalin Skydivers or Ripcord Skydivers in the Lockyer Valley.

Float Hot Air BallooningOffering spectacular views of Brisbane’s countryside, hot air ballooning

is the perfect way to soak up the surrounds as they quietly unfold below.

Arrange a flight with Floating Images in Ipswich or the Lockyer Valley’s

Balloons Above.

Fly Helicopter FlightIf the buzz of a helicopter is more your speed, Pterodactyl Helicopters in

Ipswich can take you along the twists and turns of the Brisbane River or

treat you to a tour of the region’s award-winning wineries.

Fling Bungy JumpingAs one of the most exhilarating bungy jumping operations in Australia,

Logan City’s Bungy Australia Kingston Park will give you the ultimate

adrenaline rush as you plunge from 14 storeys above the ground.

Feel the power of a jetski, conquer downhill bike tracks, or strike an item from your bucket list with an exhilarating fall through the heavens.

The sky’s the limitTake your adventure sky high to feel the adrenaline pump through

your veins or to simply experience some of the best views in

South East Queensland.


On the mountainsWilderness warriors should head to

Brisbane’s mountainous hinterland

for a range of adventure activities

bound to test your skills.

• Slickers Horse Riding, Moreton

Bay – take a trail-riding journey

• Mount Barney Lodge, Scenic Rim

– scale the rock face or abseil

from the cliff’s edge

• Land Cruiser Mountain Park,

Somerset – explore the 4000

hectares wilderness camping and

4WD park

• Mt Joyce Recreation Park,

Scenic Rim – master 25km of

mountain bike tracks

On the waterIf you feel more at home on the water, visit the scenic Lakes Dyer,

Moogerah or Somerset for jet skiing, water skiing or to simply cast a line

and enjoy the view. Don’t have a boat? Head to Cable Ski Logan and

conquer the water as you’re pulled along by overhead cables. For some

paddle power, Redlands Kayak Tours and 24AT Adventure Tours will

have you exploring some of the bay’s finest waters; or, if it’s all too much,

visit Redlands to cruise around the bay in style and discover some of its

best kept secrets with Robinson Cruises, Brisbane Yacht Charters or Dick

Whittington Tours.

Saddle up on an overnight

trek with Fordsdale

Horseback Adventures.

Experienced riders can

explore Ma Ma Creek and the

surrounding bushland

over two days.

Fordsdale, Lockyer Valley

Somerset Dam, Somerset

Make a splashIt’s a warm sunny day in

Brisbane and you’ve already

plied the kids with a scoop of

ice-cream. What now? Pack

the littlies and cool off in some

of Brisbane’s most accessible

water parks and beaches.

Robelle DomainThe 24-hectare Robelle Domain in Ipswich is the core of the Springfield Central Parklands and features a mini aquativity park with jet sprays and a 700-litre tipping water

bucket.

Wynnum Wading Pool & Park Head to Wynnum where grown-ups can relax as the kids are entertained by a saltwater wading pool, pirate-themed playground and a pod of rubber whales spraying jets

of water.

Wellington PointLittle ones will love hunting for tiny soldier crabs at the Wellington Point spit as they scuttle across the beach, or exploring King Island, just a short walk over the sand spit from the park.

Settlement CoveThis gigantic tropical seafront at Redcliffe features wading pools with mushroom water features, and a ship-inspired playground. Enjoy the shaded areas and plentiful barbecues with

your family.

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Top parksWhether your little one likes to

climb into sprawling trees, splash

about or play hide and seek,

Brisbane’s most creative parks

have something for everyone.

• Pirate lovers – Amity

Playground, Redcliffe

• Colourful creation – Hidden

World, Fitzgibbon

• Boats and trains –

Scarborough Park,

Scarborough

• Explore the forts – Moora Park,

Shorncliffe

• For the whole family – Queens

Park, Ipswich


Full steam aheadAll aboard for a wholly interactive heritage experience at Ipswich’s

The Workshops Rail Museum (pictured below), Australia’s oldest

operating railway workshop. Make history come alive with hands-on

exhibits, multi-media encounters and colourful stories, coupled with huge

steam locomotives and massive industrial machinery. Meet some true

Aussie characters as you see the workshop in operation, just as it has

been for over 140 years. The museum has 15 larger-than-life exhibits to

explore and fantastic interactive activities for kids.


Entertaining the kids is child’s play in Brisbane. Share that special giddy moment as water jets tickle their sides, or inspire an inquisitive mind with everything from scuttling soldier crabs to whirring steam engines!

Kid around on Brisbane’s doorstep

Robelle Domain, Ipswich


Answer the call of the wild

Redlands IndigiScapes CentreWith garden displays, bush

trails, wildlife and a tea garden,

IndigiScapes will have you living

and breathing nature. Here you

can stroll along more than a

kilometre of bush trails, wander

display gardens, learn about

edible native plants, spot koalas,

buy plants or just enjoy the cafe’s

scrumptious treats.

Try lemon myrtle

scones and other

bush tucker treats at

the IndigiScapes cafe

Walking trailsTake a walk among the beauty and splendour of

Brisbane’s most spectacular natural landscapes.

Explore the Lost World in the Scenic Rim. Kids can

cool off and go rock-hopping across the babbling

Christmas Creek while experienced bushwalkers

strap on their hiking boots and venture into the

tangled forests of Lamington National Park. For a

different perspective, stroll high up in the canopy

with Tamborine Mountain Skywalk. Head to Logan

City and explore the Berrinba Wetlands’ 7km of

scenic tracks or uncover history along Somerset’s

Brisbane Valley Rail Trail.

Animal encountersMarvel at the acrobatic bird of prey show at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat, Scenic Rim

Feed wild dolphins at Tangalooma Island Resort, Moreton Island

Visit rescued donkeys at Destiny Boonah Donkey Farm, Scenic Rim

Spot Bambi at Lyell Deer Sanctuary, Moreton Bay

View a koala at Daisy Hill Koala Centre, Logan City

See rare bilbies at Ipswich Nature Centre, Ipswich City

Go bird watching at Lakes Apex or Freeman, Lockyer Valley

D’Aguilar National ParkStarting just 10km from the city,

D’Aguilar National Park stretches

36,000 hectares north to the area

around Moreton Bay’s Mount Mee.

Here you’ll see remote gorges,

sheltered pockets of subtropical

rainforest and expanses of eucalypt

woodland. Birdlife abounds, great

barred frogs and crayfish inhabit the

mountain streams and more than

800 species of plant can be found

in its forests. Walk, drive, or take a

motorbike, horse or mountain bike to

uncover this beautiful region.

lookouts North Gorge Headland Walk,

North Stradbroke Island (pictured below)

The Governor’s Chair at Spicers Gap,

Scenic Rim

Jolly's Lookout, Moreton Bay

The Spillway Outlook, Somerset

Cunningham’s Crest Lookout,

Lockyer Valley

Breathe fresh mountain air, walk trails so lush and full of life that you’ll feel like you’ve travelled across the globe, and discover views that photographs just won’t do justice.

Redlands


Christmas Creek, Scenic Rim


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Mt Cotton RetreatEnjoy a 3 night stay in your own self-contained stunning eco pavilion overlooking the pristine lake from $240 per night. Includes full breakfast, late checkout and complimentary port and chocolates.

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Stockton Rise Country RetreatRelax and enjoy a breath of fresh air from $150 per night, minimum 2 nights with a champagne breakfast for 2, plus a late check-out.

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Pterodactyl HelicoptersBook a Discover Ipswich Helicopter Motorcycle Tour with lunch from $790 for 2, and a third person travels for free!

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Seaside escapes• On the Beach Resort, Bribie Island – stylish beachfront apartments

with sensational views

• Stradbroke Island Beach Hotel, North Stradbroke Island – ocean

views in the heart of Straddie’s surf culture

• Straddie Camping, North Stradbroke Island – camp overlooking

kilometres of white sandy beach

• Oaks Mon Komo, Redcliffe – nearby tropical lagoon to entertain the kids

• Blue Lagoon Campground, Moreton Island – walking trails to the

crystal-clear lake

• Tangalooma Island Resort, Moreton Island – stay overnight and feed

wild dolphins at dusk

Live it upStay in the lap of luxury on Brisbane’s doorstep with some of the

region’s most breathtaking and unique properties. With arguably

Brisbane’s best view, Bunyip Resort in the Scenic Rim is an intimate

boutique resort perched high on the side of Mount French. If beach-

luxe is your style, Aquila House on North Stradbroke Island is a

self-contained architectural beauty set over three levels and a short

walk from the surf and sand. Alternatively, degustation dinners and

spa treatments are on the menu at Queensland’s most luxurious lodge,

Spicers Peak Lodge (pictured above) in the Scenic Rim.

GlampingKetchup’s Bank Glamping,

Scenic Rim (pictured above)

Murphy’s Creek Hideaway,

Lockyer Valley

Glamping at Castaways,

Moreton Island

Spicers Canopy, Scenic Rim

Mt Barney Lodge, Scenic Rim

Nightfall Camp, Scenic Rim

Stay in our backyard

Whether you’re relaxing by the fire in an elegant mountain lodge, drifting off to the sound of breaking waves or curled up under a blanket of twinkling stars, Greater Brisbane will soothe the soul and have you feeling a world away.

For a romantic rainforest

escape, stay at O’Reilly’s

Rainforest Retreat in

Lamington National Park.


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Country charmStay in Brisbane’s rugged countryside and discover Queensland’s outback heritage.

Spicers Hidden ValePerfect for couples, the Grandchester

cattle farm features luxurious colonial

cottages. Take a 4WD tour, play

croquet and dine at the exquisite

Cottons Restaurant before curling up

by the fireplace.

Brockhurst Cabins

Moreton Bay’s Brockhurst Cabins is a

getaway for the whole family. Swim in

the spring-fed dam, barbecue, take a

trail ride through the mountains or feed

horses from the comfort of your deck.

Lillydale Farm StayLillydale Farm Stay in the Scenic Rim

offers the warmth and history of a

genuine Queensland country farm.

Take the kids to feed the animals, milk

the cow, ride the tractor and explore

Mount Barney.

Branell HomesteadFor the personal touch of a bed

and breakfast, stay at the Lockyer

Valley’s elegantly appointed Branell

Homestead. Feed the chooks, unwind

in the library or fish off the private jetty.

Endless Summer SaleIncludes: accommodation, buffet breakfast,

dinner voucher, return launch transfers, dolphin feedingvalid for travel 10-02-2014 to 31-05-2014*terms and conditions apply

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$195 * per person

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Boonah, Scenic Rim


Top of TownThe once bustling hub of Queensland’s oldest provincial

city has undergone a creative renaissance. Known

to Ipswich locals as Top of Town, the area is now a

must-browse precinct of outstanding cafes, quirky

boutiques, restored hotels and wine bars. Notable

boutiques include Province Modern Country, vintage

and classically styled home furnishings and interior

collections, and The Vintage Advantage, a quirky

collection of fashion, homewares and knick-knacks.

Mountain beautyThe crisp mountain air and tranquil hinterland have

inspired a number of luxurious day spas for those

seeking rejuvenation, relaxation and balance. Soak

up the soothing sights and scents and embrace the

beauty of the surrounding environment at Clear

Mountain’s Stephanie’s Mountain Spa in Moreton Bay

Region, Mount Cotton’s Body and Soul in Redlands, or

O’Reilly’s Lost World Spa and The Escarpment, both

in the Scenic Rim.

Look and feel fabulousHere, looking your best comes naturally. Shop for graceful vintage pieces at cute country boutiques or be pampered at a day spa and return rejuvenated.

Treasure huntingBrisbane’s backyard is an absolute trove for antique gems and handmade treasures.

Samford Valley Antique and Vintage – provincial pieces

Bayside Antique and Collectable Centre, Cleveland – extensive range

The Dayboro Shed – rural and period furniture

Ipswich Antique Centre – enormous collection

Cuckoo Clock Nest, Mt Tamborine – cuckoo clock heaven

The Collective Store, Wynnum – quirky handmade items

Drift Handmade Treasures, North Stradbroke Island – beach chic gifts

Two Create, Aratula – impressive range of handmade items

Palliaer Antiques, Esk – antiques and quality restorations

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Must do cultural experiences

Peaceful escapeVisit the Chung Tian Temple in

Logan City and take a look at

Chinese art, unwind in the tea room

or be welcomed by the friendly

Venerables who offer guided tours

and meditation classes.

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Ancient artefacts Cross the threshold into ancient and

classical worlds at Moreton Bay’s Abbey

Museum of Art and Archaeology. Can

your curiosity resist a death mask from

ancient Egypt or a rare armoured shoe

from Olympia, Greece?

Brisbane’s artful backyardExplore Brisbane’s backyard

and you’ll find a host of boutique

galleries scattered across the

region, many exhibiting local and

emerging Australian artists.

• Ipswich Art Gallery

• Caboolture Regional Art Gallery

• Redland Art Gallery (pictured

above)

• Marks & Gardner Gallery, Mount

Tamborine

• Boonah Regional Art Gallery

• Logan Art Gallery

Bee Gees FeverBee Gees fans should head back

to where it all started with a visit to

Bee Gees Way, a commemorative

50m walkway that honours

Redcliffe’s most famous residents

and one of the top-selling bands

of all time.

Settlers’ storiesJust as the rich soil of the Lockyer

Valley proved a magnet for

immigrants to the region, the

historic stories of their settlement

now provide a fascinating insight

into lives from another time. Step

back in time at Laidley Pioneer

Village and Museum, visit local

legend Jessie’s Cottage, or explore

Das Neumann Haus, a restored

1893 German settler’s home.

From pop stars to pioneers, discover an art and cultural scene as rich and lively as the landscape.

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Moreton IslandQueensland’s original

lighthouse, first lit in 1857, sits on a rocky outcrop on the north eastern point of

Moreton Island.

SomersetLake Wivenhoe is the

largest fresh-water body in South East Queensland and has a reputation for

Australia’s best bass fishing.

Scenic RimMt Joyce Recreation area has over 40km of walking and horse riding trails and also features world-class

downhill mountain bike tracks.

Moreton Bay Region

Bribie Island was used to protect Brisbane during World War II. Fort Bribie

still stands today, a historical landmark on the Queensland heritage register.

RedlandsCoochiemudlo, meaning

‘Red Rock’, is a little island only 10 minutes by ferry

from Victoria Point and is easy to walk or cycle around.

Logan CityBungy Australia

Kingston Park is one of only two bungy jumps

in Australia.

Lockyer ValleyThe Lockyer Valley, often referred to as South East Queensland’s Salad Bowl, grows the most diverse

range of commercial fruit and vegetables of any

area in Australia.

Ipswich CityIpswich is the birthplace

of rail in Queensland with the state’s first train

journey in 1865 from Ipswich to Grandchester

(formerly Bigges Camp).

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and see Ipswich from a

new angle with Floating

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flights.

Go on a trail riding

adventure with Fordsdale

Horseback Adventures,

near Gatton, and follow

part of the Bicentennial

National

Trail.

Sip on a cleansing green

tea and stroll through

the perfectly manicured

gardens of the Chung

Tian Buddhist Temple.

Browse the Redcliffe

Jetty Markets on a

Sunday before exploring

the Bee Gees Way, a

walkway honouring the

world-famous pop

sensations.

Enjoy fresh seafood

at Morgan’s Seafood

Restaurant & Teppanyaki

Room before heading to

Dayboro to explore the

eclectic stores and book

shops.

Check-in

to the

secluded

Uluramaya

Retreat

Cabins for a hosted

dinner and views of the

Glasshouse Mountains

on the deck.

Retreat to the privacy of

your eco-cabin nestled at

the top of a 20-hectare

eucalypt forest, just 15

minutes from Woodford.

Visit Logan’s 80 hectare

Berrinba Wetlands, which

features 7km of walking

trails and an interpretive

nature

centre for

curious

kids.

Enjoy dinner at Limelight

Bistro & Bar before a

show at the entertainment

mecca of Logan City,

Logan Entertainment

Centre.

Springwood

Tower Apartment offer

luxury self-contained

apartments, which

provide guests with all

of the modern comforts,

including gym and

sauna.

Test yourself on a train

simulator and take a

behind-the-scenes tour

of The Workshops Rail

Museum.

Step back in time at the

Queensland Transport

Museum and see

magnificent displays, that

explore the history of

transport in Australia.

Head to Stumps

Restaurant in the Top

of Town precinct for an

al fresco feast prepared

using quality

local

ingredients.

Dine at a top-class

restaurant, sampling

paddock-to-plate menus,

or devour some of the

best pub or cafe meals.

Stay at Mary’s Place,

a charming 1920s

bungalow, offering the

personal touches like a

cup of tea and homemade

biscuits on arrival.

Get a taste of country life

with Branell Homestead

Bed and Breakfast. Feed

the cattle or enjoy a picnic

hamper in

the rolling

green

hills.


Moreton Island

Redlands Scenic Rim Somerset

Climb to the top of

Mount Tempest, the

world’s highest stable

coastal sand dune before

tobogganing down the

dunes at The Desert.

Indulge

in a

day spa

experience

and restore

balance to your body at

Stephanie’s Vintage Spa,

Cleveland.

Take a stroll through the

canopy and marvel at the

beauty of the rainforest

below on an O’Reilly’s

Tree Top Walk.

Relax and enjoy a stunning

breakfast overlooking the

glistening Lake Wivenhoe

at the Cormorant Bay

Café surrounded by

hectares of manicured

lakeside parkland.

Have lunch at The

Grandview Hotel,

Queensland’s oldest

licensed establishment,

before viewing the

innovative and traditional

works exhibited at

Redland Art Gallery.

Head to the Tamborine

Mountain Distillery and,

with over 80 varieties

of spirits available, taste

some vodka made from

native ingredients.

Visit Lake Somerset

for aquatic fun skiing

and kayaking or find a

quiet cove for peaceful

fishing and

reflection.

Dine

at one

of the

diverse

restaurants beside a

picturesque manmade

lake at Victoria Point’s

Lakeside precinct.

Book ahead for dinner

at The Old Church

Restaurant, a beautiful

country-style restaurant

focused on using the

freshest produce.

Browse the resident

artist’s wares, pickles and

preserves and savour the

eclectic menu at Esk’s

historic Nash Gallery

and Cafe.

An award-winning

luxurious bed and

breakfast, Mt Cotton

Guesthouse is the perfect

getaway for a romantic

weekend escape.

Stay at

Witches

Falls

Cottages,

which

offer intimate

self-contained cottages

tucked away on beautiful,

tranquil Tamborine

Mountain.

A unique

Australian

bush

experience

complete with resident

koalas The Hollow Log

Country Retreat is a

peaceful sanctuary bound

to impress.

Explore

the crystal

clear waters,

home to a myriad of

different species of reef

fish at the Tangalooma

wrecks.

Get up close and personal

with wild bottlenose

dolphins, handfeeding

them just after sunset at

Tangalooma.

Surrounded by crystal-

clear waters on Moreton

Island, Tangalooma

Island Resort is the

perfect no-fuss spot for

the whole family.


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Studios & Cultural Trails of the Scenic Rim3–25 May

Across Scenic Rim – Tamborine

Mountain, Beechmont, Canungra

and Boonah

Scenic Rim artists will throw open

their studio doors for the annual

Open Studios Festival, which

offers visitors a rare glimpse into

the creative process. Marvel at the

region’s diverse landscape and be

inspired by the creative folk that

call it home.

A Day on the Green30 March

Sirromet Winery

Rock out to a special Day on the

Green featuring Aussie greats

Jimmy Barnes, the Angels, Ian

Moss, Richard Clapton, Daryl

Braithwaite and Boom Crash

Opera. Enjoy the simple pleasures

of good music and good wine in

the serene natural landscape of

Mount Cotton in Redlands.

Ipswich Cup14 June

Ipswich Turf Club

The Ipswich Cup is one of racing’s

hottest social events of the year.

With a total of $200,000 in prize

money, the Cup attracts some of

the best trainers and horses in the

country. A hugely popular event

both on and off course, prepare

yourself for an action-packed day

of entertainment.

Urban Country Music Festival2-4 May

Caboolture

Kick up your heels and experience

three days of live music, fireworks,

bonfires and bull-riding as

Caboolture’s Urban Country Music

Festival prepares to welcome

20,000 fans to raise the roof

for 160 of Australia’s best artists

across 12 stages. This year’s acts

include Kasey Chambers, Adam

Brand and Beccy Cole.

Caboolture, Moreton Bay Region


March

Carp Busters CompetitionMar 1Scenic Rim (Wyaralong Dam)

Outdoor Cinema - Manly Harbour VillageMar 1Manly Harbour Village

O’Reilly’s Autumn Birding WeekMar 2-7Gatton

Teddy Bears PicnicMar 12Moreton Bay (Deception Bay)

Brisbane Spartan RaceMar 14-16Ipswich City (Ivory Rock)

Gatton Street Sprints Mar 22Scenic Rim (Lake Maroon)

Jan Power’s Farmers’ MarketMar 15Manly Harbour Village

Kokoda Grunt Mar 22Scenic Rim (Lake Maroon)

Bay Islands Multicultural FestivalMar 22Redlands (Macleay Island)

Jazz & ShirazMar 29Logan City

A Day on the Green - Jimmy Barnes & FriendsMar 30Mt Cotton (Sirromet)

April

Beaudesert Show Society CampdraftApr 4-6Scenic Rim (Beaudesert)

Outdoor Cinema - Manly Harbour VillageApr 5Manly Harbour Village

ToysApr 5-21Ipswich (Rail Workshops)

Outback EasterApr 6Ipswich (Rail Workshops)

Watercress Creek Olive FestivalApr 6Ipswich City (Pine Mountain)

Rathdowney Memorial CampdraftApr 11-13Scenic Rim (Rathdowney)

Sandgate Bluewater FestivalApr 11-20Sandgate

Troy Bayliss Classic & Scenic Rim Gran FondoApr 12Scenic Rim (Various)

Moogerah Passion PlayApr 12-19Scenic Rim (Lake Moogerah)

Laidley Heritage WeekendApr 12-13Laidley (Pioneer Village & Museum & Das Neumann Haus)

Normanby Wines Jazz in the CourtyardApr 13Scenic Rim (Harrisville)

Redlands Good Gardening ExpoApr 13Redlands (IndigiScapes Centre)

Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht RaceApr 18Sandgate

Redcliffe Festival of SailsApr 18Redcliffe

Gemboree - National Gem FestivalApr 18-21Gatton Showgrounds

Jan Power's Farmers' MarketApr 19Manly Harbour Village

Hidden Vale 24hr Mountain Bike RelayApr 19-20Grandchester

Redlands Easter Family FestivalApr 21Cleveland

Ipswich FestivalApr 24 - May 11Ipswich (various)

Beaudesert ANZAC Day RacesApr 25Scenic Rim (Beaudesert)

Canungra CampdraftApr Scenic Rim (Canungra)

May

Ipswich FestivalApr 24 - May 11Ipswich (various)

Urban Country Music FestivalMay 2-4Caboolture (QSEC)

GarterBelts & Gasoline Nostalgia FestivalMay 2-4Tamborine Mountain

Outdoor Cinema - Manly Harbour VillageMay 3Manly Harbour Village

Clydesdale & Heavy Horse Field Days and Heritage Festival May 3-4Gatton Showgrounds

Studios of the Scenic RimMay 3-25Scenic Rim (various)

The Time Before FestivalMay 5Logan City (Mayes Cottage)

PaintMay 10Ipswich (Rail Workshops)

The Hills CarnivaleMay 10Ferny Hills (George Willmore Park)

Arts in the OlivesMay 11Scenic Rim (Lost World)

Boonah ShowMay 16-17Boonah Showgrounds

Ipswich ShowMay 16-18Ipswich Showgrounds

Jan Power's Farmers' MarketMay 17Manly Harbour Village

KaleidoscopeMay 18Logan City

Million Paws WalkMay 18Logan City

Lockyer Rural Lifestyle ExpoMay 23Gatton Showgrounds

Dayboro DayMay 25Dayboro

A World ApartMay 24-25Scenic Rim (Mt Barney)

Boonah CampdraftMay 25Scenic Rim (Boonah)

Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular May 31 - Jun 1Scenic Rim (Boonah)

June

Color RunJun 1Ipswich City (Robelle Domain)

Jazz in the CourtyardJun 1Scenic Rim (Harrisville)

FUCHS WinternationalsJun 5-8Ipswich City (Willowbank Raceway)

Outdoor Cinema - Manly Harbour VillageJun 7Manly Harbour Village

World Environment Day Festival - BoonahJun 7Scenic Rim (Boonah)

Indigi Day OutJun 7Redlands (IndigiScapes Centre)

Kalbar ShowJun 13-14Kalbar

Ipswich CupJun 14Ipswich

Jan Power's Farmers' MarketJun 21Manly Harbour Village

Beaudesert CupJun 21Scenic Rim (Beaudesert)

Lockyer PowerfestJun 28-29Laidley (Lake Dyer)

Eat Local Week Jun 28 - Jul 6Scenic Rim (various)

HeistJun 28 - Jul 13Ipswich (Rail Workshops)

ZestfestJun 29Scenic Rim (Beechmont)

Lines in the Sand FestivalJunNorth Stradbroke Island

Whale Watching SeasonJun - NovNorth Stradbroke Island

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Ipswich Drive [30 minutes] – take the Ipswich Motorway or the

Gateway Motorway

Train [60 minutes] – Ipswich/Rosewood line

Lockyer ValleyDrive [60 minutes] – take the Ipswich Motorway and

exit on the Warrego Highway which runs directly

through the Lockyer Valley

Logan CityDrive [30 minutes] – take the Pacific Motorway south

and take either Logan Road or Springwood exits

Bus [50 minutes] – routes 551 or 561

Moreton Bay Region Drive [30 minutes] – take the Gympie Road/Bruce

Highway north and exit to locations such as Redcliffe,

Scarborough, Caboolture and Bribie Island, accessed

via a two-lane bridge

Bus [60 minutes] – route 315 to Redcliffe/

Scarborough

Train [60 minutes] – Caboolture line

Moreton IslandMICAT barge [90 minutes] (passenger and vehicles)

– departs Port of Brisbane and arrives at Tangalooma

Wrecks

Amity Trader (pedestrians and vehicle carrier) –

departs from Amity Point (North Stradbroke Island)

to Kooringal (Moreton Island)

RedlandsDrive [30 minutes] – take the Pacific Motorway south,

exit onto Vulture Street East and follow the signs to

Cleveland

Train [60 minutes] – Cleveland line

North Stradbroke Island

Stradbroke Ferries/Big Red Cat [45 minutes] (vehicle

and passenger) – departs Cleveland (Toondah

Harbour) and arrives at Dunwich Harbour

Stradbroke Ferries [20 minutes] (water taxi

passenger) – departs Cleveland and arrives at

Dunwich

Stradbroke Flyer Gold Cats [20 minutes] (water taxi

passenger) – departs Cleveland and arrives at One

Mile terminal at Dunwich

Coochiemudlo Island and Southern Moreton Bay

Islands

These can be accessed via both vehicle and water taxi

services

Scenic Rim Drive [60 minutes] – head south on the Pacific

Motorway, exit onto Logan Road. Merge onto the

Gateway Motorway before turning left onto the Mt

Lindesay Highway. Alternatively, take Ipswich Road

and Beaudesert Road/Mt Lindesay Highway

SomersetDrive [60 minutes] – take the Western Freeway before

joining the Ipswich Motorway; continue on and exit

onto the Warrego Highway and exit to Fernvale/Esk

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