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Towri Sheep Cheeses

Agritourism

Towri Sheep Cheeses

Welcome to Towri Sheep Cheesery, a true hidden gem nestled in the tranquil countryside of the Scenic Rim, just a leisurely one-hour drive from Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Towri Sheep Cheeses proudly produces a range of Award-Winning Hand-Crafted Sheep Milk Cheeses, made with passion and care using only the finest ingredients. The farm is open to the public on the first Saturday of each month. Endless sheep pats, our farm shop is full of local goodies and of course our cheese fridge is full! Plus onsite bar. Towri Sheep Cheeses welcome bus tours Monday to Friday for group sizes over 30 guests. Includes milking demo, cheese platters, private access to their beautiful French-style gardens, and of course, cuddle time with their sheep. See the website for further details. Bookings are essential.

Allenview QLD

5.4 km away

Bee All Natural Family

Agritourism

Bee a Bee Keeper

Bee a Beekeeper – Interactive Apiary Experience Step into the fascinating world of bees with this immersive, hands-on beekeeping experience. Hosted by passionate beekeepers Jason and Natasha from Bee All Natural, this workshop introduces visitors to the fundamentals of beekeeping and the vital role bees play in our environment and food systems. Participants will learn how a working hive operates and discover the ethical and sustainable practices used to care for bees. You'll have the opportunity to suit up, observe the inner workings of a live hive, and gain a deeper appreciation for these remarkable pollinators. When seasonal conditions allow, guests may also experience the joy of extracting their very own jar of honey to take home. The experience also showcases Bee All Natural's range of products crafted from their award-winning raw honey, celebrated for its quality, purity, and environmentally conscious production. Proudly based in South East Queensland, Bee All Natural champions regional producers and celebrates the incredible abundance of Queensland-grown ingredients wherever possible.

Jimboomba QLD

13 km away

The Centre Beaudesert — Image credit: SRRC

Entertainment Venues

The Centre Beaudesert

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.

Beaudesert QLD

13 km away

Beaudesert Historical Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Beaudesert Historical Museum

The Beaudesert Historical Museum is one of the largest country town museums in Queensland, with over 10,000 artefacts covering the Scenic Rim region's industrial and lifestyle heritage. From the humble Mother Potts clothes iron, to the large red Dennis fire engine, there is something for everyone. A favourite photographic opportunity for visitors to Beaudesert Historical Museum is the Milbanks Pioneer Cottage. This cottage originally built in 1875 by Patrick Milbanks on his Kerry property, out of local hand hewn timbers, slats and shingle roof. It is furnished with a four-poster bed, large cedar sideboard and numerous articles that portray the life of the early pioneers. It was donated to the museum by Patrick Milbanks' grandchildren and relocated to its present site in 1979. Dedicated to the Fire Services by the Governor of Queensland, Sir Leslie Wilson, in 1935 it was considered to be the Rolls Royce of fire equipment. The Dennis Fire Engine was used in South Brisbane for twenty years before working for ten years in Beaudesert. It was donated to the museum by the local brigade after surviving a flood in 1965. Their Angels of Agriculture Display is being well received - a tribute to local bee keeper Mr Norm Rice and his pioneering work in relation to the role of bees in the agricultural world and the community in general.

Beaudesert QLD

14 km away

Grounded village studio- where creativity comes to play

Entertainment Venues

Grounded Village Studio - Arts and Event Space

Grounded Village is a lush creative hub in the heart of Jimboomba, where creativity comes to play. Set under a big indoor tree, the fairy lights add an extra touch of magic to your experience. Enjoy the chilled music, delicious seasonal fruits and local pastries as you create your own way with a team of amazing facilitators there to help. The hardest bit is deciding on the workshop of choice! From young to young at heart, Grounded Village has something for everyone! The opportunities are endless, from making your own pearl jewellery to creating a beautiful masterpiece with a paint and sip experience! Let this incredible studio inspire and entertain you a little while you visit this piece of paradise. Make a day of it and after your amazing creative experience, enjoy yourself in the beauty of the colonial village offering a stunning rustic style cafe upstairs, gift shop, fashion boutique and more! Grounded Village isn't just a place you visit — it's a place where laughter lingers, creativity blooms and core memories are made.

Jimboomba QLD

18 km away

Salt cave

Natural Attractions

Salt and Soul Wellness Center

Relax and unwind while receiving the health benefits of Salt Therapy in the beautiful Salt Cave. The room is specially designed where salt is affixed to the walls and loose salt covers the whole floor. The halo generator grinds salt into fine particles which are sent into the cave and absorbed through your skin and lungs. Salt Therapy is known to have positive benefits to physical ailments including asthma and eczema along with the reduction of stress and anxiety to name a few. During your Salt Cave session, lights are dimmed and Himalayan salt lamps glow, creating a beautiful relaxing ambience. Let the sound of the waves reaching the beach take you as far away as you’d like to go. Don’t worry, taking a nap during your 45-minute Salt Cave session is encouraged. Pick the time that works best for you, the 45-minute sessions begin every hour. The coffee shop and retail store stock hand made products, candles, soaps, bath products alongside a large variety of crystals and giftware's. There are 3 treatments rooms which provide massage, physic readings, healings, bowen therapy, breath-work, ice baths and so so much more. There is a belle tent that is hired out for events Yoga in the tranquil outdoor space.

Jimboomba QLD

19 km away

Tully Memorial Park — Image credit: Logan City Council

Parks and Gardens

Tully Memorial Park

Tully Memorial Park is a beautiful space just off the Mt Lindesay Highway and adjacent to the Logan River in North Maclean. It's an ideal base, close to Jimboomba and within an easy drive of Logan Village, Beenleigh, Mt Tamborine, the Scenic Rim, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. In a semi-rural setting it's ideally situated to recharge your battery and take in some of the local sights within easy reach of the park. Leave no trace.

North Maclean QLD

20 km away

Boonah Cultural Centre — Image credit: Scenic Rim Regional Council

Entertainment Venues

Boonah Cultural Centre

Boonah Cultural Centre is the cultural hub for Boonah and the surrounding district. It offers state-of-the-art facilities for exhibitions and performances by companies and artists from across the region, the country and the world. Entertaining and educational school holiday programs are also held here. The Boonah Cultural Centre is only open when events are being held. Enquiries welcome.

Boonah QLD

22 km away

Boonah Golf Course- Jewel of the Scenic Rim — Image credit: Boonah Golf Club Inc

Entertainment Venues

Boonah Golf Club Inc

Welcome to Boonah Golf Club Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Scenic Rim, Boonah Golf Club offers a warm country welcome to both members and visitors alike. The picturesque 18-hole course has been professionally designed and features some of the best greens in South East Queensland. As you make your way around the course, you'll enjoy stunning mountain views and the chance to spot local wildlife, including kangaroos, pelicans, turtles, black cockatoos, and many other native species. Whether you're visiting for a social round, a competition, or simply to experience one of the Scenic Rim's hidden gems, you'll find it easy to book a tee time, with minimal waiting and a relaxed country atmosphere. After your round, unwind on the patio with a delicious meal or refreshing drink while taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding ranges. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just looking for a great day out, Boonah Golf Club is the perfect destination to play, relax and experience genuine country hospitality.

Dugandan QLD

22 km away

Templin Museum Front Entrance — Image credit: Fassifern District Historical Society

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Templin Historical Museum

The original 1892 Templin State School is now an historical village set in park like grounds. Located between the country town of Boonah and the Cunningham Highway, there is ample parking for cars, caravans and buses. Besides the original school, teacher's house and play-shed, numerous buildings from the local area have been relocated to Templin to house the extensive collection of objects and artefacts that tell the social history of this part of the Scenic Rim. Some buildings are dedicated to specific collections such as the House of Fashion which displays changing exhibitions of its textiles. This collection has close to 6000 items making it one of the larger textile collections in the state. The wheelwright and blacksmith shops are used for practical demonstrations on occasions throughout the year and the sights and sounds of a wheel being re-tyred gives visitors an appreciation of the work needed to keep horse drawn vehicles moving. The School still has its original desks and benches and there are many examples of former pupil's work on display. Bus groups, car club and special interest groups, seniors outing groups as well as school classes are all welcome to visit during the week by appointment.

Templin QLD

24 km away

Grande Park

Parks and Gardens

Grande Park

With easy access from Grande Avenue, Springfield Lakes, Grande Park boasts a performance stage, tennis courts with field lights, basketball and netball courts, cycling tracks, public toilets, a well-equipped playground and plenty of open space. There is also a bicycle safety learning track - including concreting, street signs and line-markings - to help introduce kids to riding and the rules of the road. For those who have mastered cycling basics, the short dirt BMX and mountain bike track will help develop and hone bike skills like cornering and jumping. Walking paths lead out of the park and can be used to access a nearby bush-land trail from Wild Iris Terrace. An added bonus for dog-lovers is an off-leash dog area set just across from the park at 57 Grande Avenue - so bring your fur babies too!

Springfield Lakes QLD

27 km away

Selfie anyone? — Image credit: Mountview Alpaca Farm

Agritourism

Mountview Alpaca Farm

Love Alpacas? No Probllamas! Mountview Alpaca Farm in the Gold Coast Hinterland is leading a new wave of tourism experiences in Australia by offering true farm animal interactions! These interactions include such experiences as meeting an alpaca, feeding the alpacas, walking an alpaca plus even picnicking with an alpaca. You will get to know their 50+ team of alpacas - all with their own names and characters. It's the alpaca farm in a vineyard, conveniently located within O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards, a beautiful creekside vineyard settling... so mum and dad will enjoy the day just as much as the kids. It's a unique experience for all ages. They also cater for school groups and NDIS clients with nice open flat grounds (wheelchair friendly) and plenty of food options from a gourmet picnic hamper to pizzas, Devonshire tea and wine/cheese deals. The town of Canungra is half an hour from the Gold Coast and boasts a range of other food and retail experiences. The farm is located only a six-minute drive from the centre of Canungra in a beautiful country setting.

Canungra QLD

27 km away

Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate

Natural Attractions

Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate

Located 20 minutes drive from Ipswich Central, the Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate covers over 3,179 hectares. The conservation estate supports extensive forests and rugged volcanic peaks and slopes including Flinders Peak, Mt Blaine, Mt Catherine and Mt Goolman. A range of recreational activities are on offer to visitors, including bird-watching, hiking, mountain bike and horse riding (BYO bike or horse) and camping. Hardings Paddock and Flinders Plum Picnic Areas are the destination highlights within the estate with each area offering barbecues and public toilets. The campground at Hardings Paddock provides the only bush camping opportunity within the 6,000+ hectares of natural reserves in the Ipswich region. Cultural records on physical artefacts and sites of spiritual significance are documented for this area, such as a former Bora Ring between Mt Blaine and Flinders Peak. Burrumpah/Booroongaph (Flinders Peak) is considered part of The Dreaming landscape. It was also used as a marker to guide visiting clans from other Aboriginal Language Groups. Today, Hardings Paddock features a permanent Kupmurri cooking area and bush tucker trail designed to enable the continuation of cultural practices and knowledge sharing. Please Note - It is recommended visitors check the Ipswich City Council website for the latest information on closures or controlled burns in Conservation Estates before visiting.

Purga QLD

27 km away

Splash 'n' Play Adventure Park

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Splash ‘n’ Play Adventure Park

Splash 'n' Play Adventure Park at Ripley is a vibrant, family-friendly destination designed for all-day fun and relaxation. Located in the heart of one of South East Queensland's fastest-growing communities, this modern park combines exciting water play with imaginative, nature-inspired playground spaces. At its centre is a colourful zero-depth splash zone featuring interactive jets, sprays and tipping buckets, perfect for cooling off under the Queensland sun. Beyond the water play area, the park offers an adventure playground with climbing nets, slides, balance elements and shaded structures to encourage active play for children of all ages. Surrounding green spaces provide plenty of room to picnic, unwind or enjoy outdoor games, while walking paths and seating areas make it easy for families to settle in and spend the day. Thoughtfully designed with accessibility, safety and comfort in mind, Splash 'n' Play Adventure Park includes amenities such as shaded picnic shelters, barbecues and nearby parking. Whether you're planning a casual outing, meeting friends or entertaining the kids during school holidays, this welcoming community park delivers a refreshing mix of water fun and outdoor adventure

South Ripley QLD

28 km away

Four Wheel Driving experience — Image credit: Scenic Rim Adventure Park

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Scenic Rim Adventure Park

Scenic Rim Adventure Park has evolved into a destination four-wheel drive and back to a basic self-sufficient bush camping experience. The park offers a 695-acre property located in the picturesque Scenic Rim region. Guests experience the opportunity to get back to nature with 14 camping areas throughout the entire property. There are chemical toilets within walking distance of campsites with hot showers at the main entry. With 28 kilometres of 4x4 tracks varying from stock standard to highly modified road-registered vehicles, there is something for all 4WD enthusiasts. Many tracks are also suited for mountain bikes and bushwalking. Then scattered around the park, you will find back-to-basic children's play areas, a maze, tire games, and a wide range of wildlife where koalas, peacocks, goannas, and wallabies are regularly seen. Finally, enjoy the evening around your campfire, gazing at the fantastic night skies or storms rolling in over the mountains. Just over an hour's drive from Brisbane and the Gold Coast, corporate events can be arranged. Easy access for a day drive or, if camping a commute back to work during the holidays. Bookings are essential via email. Open seven days a week with registration and 4x4 driving between 8 am to 6 pm daily.

Tamrookum Creek QLD

28 km away

SpringfieldMarkets — Image credit: SpringfieldMarkets

Shopping and Markets

Springfield Markets - Robelle Domain Parklands

On the first Sunday morning of every month (except January) at Robelle Domain, Springfield Markets are a large popular outdoor destination in the heart of Australia’s largest master-planned city. The parklands provide a lovely setting for these markets which have a very relaxed vibe. Grab a coffee and a bite for breakfast as you wander stalls of artisan homewares, food items, jewellery and gift ideas. There is always live music and a jumping castle to keep the littlies happy. The markets run from 8am to 1pm but the extensive parklands link up with Orion Lagoon and the sprawling Orion Shopping Centre so this is an opportunity for a relaxed family day out. Pack your scooter for the parklands, and a picnic to enjoy after a leisurely dip in the lagoon before you head home! Follow the Facebook page for special events and activities coming up at these loved community markets. Robelle Domain at the heart of Springfield Central is 31km south east of Brisbane and about 20km east of the city of Ipswich. These markets belong to the same stable of businesses as Ripley Markets on the second Saturday of every month and Springfield Markets at Orion Shopping Centre on the third Saturday of every month.

Springfield Central QLD

28 km away

Ripley Markets

Shopping and Markets

Ripley Markets

For a relaxed afternoon out with the family – and the family pooch! – Ripley Markets ticks a lot of boxes. The market brings a colourful swathe of stalls and food vendors to Providence Ripley from 3-8pm on the second Saturday of every month. And while there is something here for everyone, a lot of the focus is on food, glorious food! You’ll find an ever-rotating band of food trucks proferring everything from Karaage Chicken, Japanese hotdogs and hot wings to fresh and healthy Mexican favourites and sweet treats like those irresistible little pancakes, poffertjes, loaded with good things. A range of crafty homewares, clothing and art stalls round out the offering of at least 60 stalls each month at this relaxed market which the Ripley community has come out in force to support in its first two years. The picture is completed with live music and visitors can kick back on the grass to enjoy the tunes and a breezy bite for dinner. This is a dog-friendly market in a space that connects to an off-leash park.

South Ripley QLD

28 km away

Robelle Domain

Parks and Gardens

Robelle Domain

The Robelle Domain parklands, in Springfield Central, are a jewel in the crown of the city of Ipswich. Just half an hour from Brisbane's Central Business District, the parklands offer visitors a rainforest walk, waterfalls, water play areas, bike tracks, the country's first Icon on Galaxy interactive play equipment in an all-abilities playground, and more. The largest park precinct built in Queensland since Brisbane's Roma Street Parklands, Robelle Domain has an 11 kilometre pathway network for family fun during the day. Large shaded sections offer a pleasant relief from summer sun, as does the zero-depth water play area complete with a huge tipping bucket and water jets. Across a footbridge is Orion Lagoon - an amazing oasis of interconnected pools of varying depth. A 5,000 capacity amphitheatre ensures plenty of people can come along to enjoy the public events held at Robelle Domain, including live jazz afternoons and markets. So, bring your own picnic or barbecue treats to cook, or take advantage of the delicious offerings from Lagoon Cafe, next to the lagoon, which is fully licensed and open 7 days.

Springfield QLD

28 km away

Orion Lagoon

Parks and Gardens

Orion Lagoon

To cool off during a long hot Ipswich summer, you can't go past Orion Lagoon at Springfield, just a 30-minute drive from Brisbane Central Business District. Situated within Orion Springfield Central and the newest stage of the huge Robelle Domain parklands, Orion Lagoon has a vast expanse of shallow pools and water features. The interconnected pools cater for all age groups, from the toddler-friendly 0.3 metres up to 1.5 metres for more proficient swimmers. Some are gently graded from the edge to give a beach-like effect, with one section offering activity features such as squirting spouts and stepping-stones. Lifeguards are on duty from 1 April to 31 August and 5am to 9pm from 1 September to 31 March. Children under 13 must be actively supervised by persons 18 years or older at all times. Shade is provided by colourful sails and some trees over the grassed areas, while there's also a covered barbecue pavilion with picnic tables. Bring your own picnic or take advantage of the Lagoon Café and other nearby eating places. There are floatation devices, swimwear and pool accessories for sale.

Springfield Central QLD

28 km away

White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate

Natural Attractions

White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate

Located just 20 minutes from Ipswich Central and 35 minutes from Brisbane, White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate features the distinctive, sculptured, rocky outcrops of White Rock and Spring Mountain. Covering over 2,500 hectares of regionally significant bushland, the Estate also features extensive forested ridges, escarpments and valleys that are home to an amazing array of plant and wildlife species. Nugum/Boogun (White Rock) is a sacred site culturally known as a Women’s area. The Traditional Owners have requested no one climbs Nugun/Boogun (White Rock). The estate has rocky outcrops and caves that are culturally significant to the Traditional Owners, providing a link between Country and personal identity and allowing the passing on of cultural knowledge. Visitors can enjoy the full gamut of outdoor activities including hiking, bird-watching, horse riding (bring your own horse), mountain bike riding and nature study. For the bushwalker, there's everything from a leisurely 200 metre walk to the more challenging 19 kilometre round trip trail, with most of the trails suitable for hiking and mountain bike riding. If you're on horseback, then the Yaddamun Trail is perfect. The entry to the Estate is the Paperbark Flats Picnic Area, at the end of School Road in Redbank Plains. Amenities on site include toilets, picnic facilities and horse float parking. Don't forget to take a hat, sunscreen and drinking water.

Redbank Plains QLD

28 km away

Town Square Dining Precinct — Image credit: Orion Springfield Central

Entertainment Venues

Orion Springfield Central

Food, fashion and lifestyle in a unique resort style centre. Orion Springfield Central combines the best of a traditional town centre – with its main street, town square, public spaces and parks – and integrates this with a carefully planned retail environment unlike any other in Australia. Visitors can shop, be entertained, do business and belong to a vibrant community.

Springfield Central QLD

28 km away

Orion Markets

Shopping and Markets

Springfield Markets - Orion Shopping Centre

One of the Ipswich region’s biggest monthly markets happens on the third Sunday of every month at the sprawling resort-style shopping centre, Orion Springfield Central. On average, more than 80 stalls fill the Main Street of the centre on market days, bringing a festive vibe and attracting crowds of up to 15,000. This market is dog-friendly and there is even an off-leash area linking into the centre grounds. If you’re looking for unique toys or clothing for the kids, beautiful artisan homewares or gift ideas for all the family, this is the market for you. These markets are a sibling to Springfield Markets held in Robelle Domain on the first Sunday morning of every month and Ripley Markets on the second Saturday of every month. And when you’ve finished fossicking for treasure in the stalls of the market, there’s a whole shopping centre to explore or grab a bite for brunch! Springfield Markets at Orion Shopping Centre runs from 9am to 4pm on the third Sunday of every month.

Springfield Central QLD

28 km away

When you finally figure out who the impostor was.

Entertainment Venues

Saboteurs: Real-Life Crewmates and Impostors, Orion Springfield Central

Think you can spot a liar? Saboteurs is a real-life Among Us style game where crewmates and impostors go head to head in an immersive indoor game space. Complete your tasks, call a vote, and figure out who on your crew is secretly working against you before it's too late. Two maps to choose from: the Original Map welcomes players from age 6, making it perfect for families and first-timers. The Dark Map turns up the intensity with a foggy environment designed for players aged 10 and up who are ready for a real challenge. Perfect for birthday parties, corporate groups, and anyone looking for something genuinely different to do together. Find them behind Timezone at Orion Springfield Central, 1 Main St, Springfield Central QLD. Look for the building with the large mural.

Springfield Central QLD

28 km away

The magic is real. You just have to look.

Entertainment Venues

Twinkle Hollow

A magical world is hiding inside Orion Springfield Central. All you need is the Enchanted Looking Glass to find it. Twinkle Hollow is an interactive augmented reality treasure hunt designed for kids aged 5 to 10 and the adults who adventure alongside them. Using the Enchanted Looking Glass device, players follow friendly unicorn guides through a hidden enchanted world, collect magical eggs scattered throughout the game space, and outsmart mischievous foxes trying to steal the treasure before you can get to it. Every session is fully hosted and easy to follow, with no gaming experience required. A live leaderboard tracks your team's progress and adds a fun layer of friendly competition. At the end of your adventure, swap your enchanted eggs for real Easter eggs. Perfect for family outings, kids birthdays and school holiday adventures.

Springfield Central QLD

28 km away

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