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Cathedral Rocks: Bingie

Natural Attractions

Cathedral Rocks: Bingie

Tucked away at Mullimburra Point near Bingie, Cathedral Rocks are a spectacular natural attraction on the Eurobodalla coast. On the southern side of the point, a small cove known as Cathedral Beach is where the striking rock formations rise close to the sand. Different in composition to the well-known Glasshouse Rocks in Narooma, they make a superb subject for photographers. Visit in the late afternoon, when the setting sun gives the rocks an incandescent glow. Mullimburra Point Beach lies on the northern side of the headland, so there's more coastline to explore while you're here. To get there, follow Bingie Road in from the Princes Highway at Bergalia. At the final T-intersection, turn left onto Mullimburra Point Road, which ends at a carpark at the headland.

Bingie NSW

St Georges Cathedral — Image credit: City of Perth

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Cathedral Square

Experience the beating heart of the city at Cathedral Square, a heritage-listed precinct that has beautifully returned the soul of Perth to its people after decades of disuse. At its core sit the majestic, 140-year-old State Buildings. These three interconnected landmark structures once housed the Treasury, the Premier's office, the Lands Titles building, and the historic General Post Office. Notably, the southeast corner features the iconic Point Zero marker, the official 1925 benchmark from which all global distances to Perth are measured. The masterfully executed revitalisation replaced the old Law Chambers and Playhouse Theatre with a vibrant, open, and interactive public plaza. This beautifully landscaped urban space seamlessly connects St George's Cathedral, the State Buildings, and the contemporary City of Perth Library. Today, the square acts as a lively, collective cultural destination. Visitors can explore a carefully curated selection of boutique retail stores, luxury artisan wares, and award-winning dining spaces, alongside an annual calendar of public events spanning arts, culture, and live entertainment. Centrally located between Hay Street and St Georges Terrace, this precinct is free to access 24/7, offering a premier lifestyle hub for travelers and locals alike. The entire square is wheelchair accessible and sits immediately adjacent to major CBD public transit routes, hotels, and parking.

Perth WA

Cathedral Square Markets

Shopping and Markets

Cathedral Square Markets

Set in iconic inner-city locations, Brisbane City Markets was born with one purpose: deliver a premium selection of fresh farm-direct produce premium local meats, artisan goods, trawler-direct seafood, authentic baked breads, gourmet food and gourmet provisions to the middle of Brisbane's iconic CBD. South-East Queensland enjoys some of the freshest seasonal produce in Australia... something they believe everyone should experience, even if it is only one day per week! She may be smaller in size, but don’t think for a minute that Cathedral Square doesn’t pack a punch. With a bigger focus on street eats, this picturesque market is the perfect place for a quick or leisurely lunch (although, they definitely recommend the latter... hello picnic blankets and live music!) But don’t worry, if you want to squeeze a wee bit of shopping in on your Thursday break, you’ll still be able to pick up that fresh produce, homemade goodies and maybe even a bunch of flowers for your boo (or you).

Brisbane City QLD

Cathedral Square Markets

Shopping and Markets

Cathedral Square Markets

Set in iconic inner-city locations, Brisbane City Markets was born with one purpose: deliver a premium selection of fresh farm-direct produce premium local meats, artisan goods, trawler-direct seafood, authentic baked breads, gourmet food and gourmet provisions to the middle of Brisbane's iconic CBD. South-East Queensland enjoys some of the freshest seasonal produce in Australia... something they believe everyone should experience, even if it is only one day per week! Cathedral Square: She may be smaller in size, but don’t think for a minute that Cathedral Square doesn’t pack a punch. With a bigger focus on street eats, this picturesque market is the perfect place for a quick or leisurely lunch (although, they definitely recommend the latter... hello picnic blankets and live music!) But don’t worry, if you want to squeeze a wee bit of shopping in on your Thursday break, you’ll still be able to pick up that fresh produce, homemade goodies and maybe even a bunch of flowers for your boo (or you).

Brisbane City QLD

Catherine Hill Bay Beach

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Catherine Hill Bay Beach

Catherine Hill Bay is a State Heritage-listed historic coal mining village featuring a stunning patrolled beach, named twice as one of 'Australia's 101 Best Beaches'. Popular for swimming, surfing, bodyboarding and fishing, the beach also features an iconic former coal-loading jetty, evidence of the area's mining history and a popular photography spot. With a lifeguard service operating on the beach between October and April, this is one of Lake Macquarie's four patrolled beaches. Taking its name from the ship which ran aground here in 1867, Catherine Hill Bay is nestled in the hinterland just south of Swansea. Its 19th-century miners' cottages mark the oldest continuous settlement in the City of Lake Macquarie. The resulting scenery is astoundingly beautiful; Catherine Hill Bay is at once home to a long, beautiful stretch of sand, surrounded by verdant hills and bushland, and dotted with rusted iron machinery and wildflowers. This sleepy town is home to barely 500 permanent residents, yet its natural attractions are worthy of a much busier holiday destination. You'll find a number of lookouts and viewing platforms overlooking Catherine Hill Bay Beach, and views from the nearby picnic area at Crangan Bay reach to the tall chimneys of Eraring Power Station, as well as the mountains just beyond.

Catherine Hill Bay NSW

Catherine Park

Parks and Gardens

Catherine Park Estate Sports Field

The new, Catherine Park Estate Sports Field consists of a new double sports ground complex for AFL, cricket and Oz-tag, with sets of cricket nets, amenities block, canteen, playground, exercise equipment and onsite parking, perfect for family activities. Ensure you come down and visit this field in your spare time.

Oran Park NSW

Cathu State Forest — Image credit: Queensland Government

Natural Attractions

Cathu State Forest

Along the rugged Clarke Range behind the Whitsunday coast is Cathu State Forest. Forests and woodlands range from distinctive poplar gum Eucalyptus platyphylla woodlands and exotic Caribbean pine plantations on the creek flats to dense rainforest, hoop pine plantations and tall wet eucalypt forest along the range. This is a quiet retreat for people who like to relax and enjoy the bush. We suggest you go for a walk and discover the forest wildlife. Ulysses butterflies, whiptail and agile wallabies and northern quolls live in the forest. Take your binoculars and go birdwatching. More than 100 species of birds have been seen in the forest. Nestled along Pandanus creek, enjoy a peaceful nights' rest at Juxut camping area. Venture out for a scenic drive beyond Jaxut camping area to Cathu lookout. Located 7km from Jaxut camping area the lookout offers spectacular views over the Clarke Range. Suitable for 4WD vehicles only. Saddle-up and explore Cathu State Forest on horseback. Horseriding is allowed on the public access road in this State forest. Horses are not permitted in Jaxut camping and picnic area. Or take your bicycle for a pedal on the public access road through the State forest.

Yalboroo QLD

Cattai Homestead and historic farm buildings — Image credit: NSW Government

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Cattai Homestead and historic farm buildings

Cattai National Park is made up of land originally granted to First Fleet assistant surgeon Thomas Arndell. Today, the park contains a number of historic colonial buildings associated with generations of the Arndell family who farmed along the Hawkesbury. There are two clusters of interesting historic sites within the park to explore. There's an early colonial dwelling, the 1820's National Trust-listed Cattai Homestead that features convict-built dry stone walls. There's also a dairy and grain silo complex built in the 1930's, just prior to the area becoming a recreation ground. Roam around to explore the area's fascinating farming heritage. You'll find signage to fill you in on the history, along with machinery similar to that used by the Arndells displayed in neighbouring fields. There's plenty of other activities at Cattai National Park while you're here take a walk from the silos to the Hawkesbury River lookout, or enjoy a barbecue lunch at one of the picnic areas.

Cattai NSW

Cattai National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Cattai National Park

Cattai National Park is a fantastic place for a family daytrip or a weekend getaway. There are two parts to the park: the popular Cattai Farm area, flanked by the mighty Hawkesbury River, and the quieter Mitchell Park area. Each section offers a fantastic experience in the great outdoors; Cattai Farm is great if you're looking for a weekend camping trip, some canoeing or a big family barbecue. There's also plenty of space for games and for children to ride bikes. History buffs will be interested to know that this parcel of land is an intact land grant given to a First Fleet settler. Be sure to stop by the historic sites within this part of the park. Mitchell Park is more secluded, so it's the place to be if you're looking for a relaxing afternoon in the great outdoors. It's also a good spot for fishing - you might catch carp or bass. If you feel like stretching your legs, there's 5 kilometres of walking tracks that takes you through native vegetation, including scribbly gum forest and tall bloodwoods.

Cattai NSW

Cattai picnic area

Natural Attractions

Cattai picnic area

You'll find plenty to keep you occupied at picturesque Cattai picnic area, located near Cattai campground. There's plenty of grass to lay out your picnic rug, or you can set up in one of the large picnic shelters if they are free. You can book one of the seven picnic shelters ahead of time they make a great place for birthday parties, family celebrations and reunions. When you've polished off your barbecue or picnic feast, there's plenty to explore in this part of the park. It's an easy walk to the historic homestead where you can take a peek into Australian history, and there's great canoeing and fishing to be had along the Hawkesbury River so remember to bring your canoe, kayak or rod. Plus, there is a tonne of room for children to run and ride around the picnic area. What more could you ask for on a family day out?

Cattai NSW

Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area

Natural Attractions

Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area

Close to Hurstville, Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area is a fun and relaxed grassy picnic area popular with all ages, but especially families with young children. There's plenty of room for the kids to run around, along with a lot for adults to enjoy too. A parking area just a gentle 150m stroll away makes it easy to load up the car for a day in the sun. The picnic area is set alongside the river, so you can even bring your fishing gear, pull up by boat, or enjoy kayaking. Settle in, relax and enjoy a riverside picnic as you watch the boats go by. You'll be surrounded by majestic gorge scenery in a setting of tall open eucalypt forest, featuring smooth-barked apples, red bloodwoods and Sydney peppermint. If you're feeling a bit adventurous, Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area can be reached by following Ridge walking track. The track offers spectacular scenic views of the river and gorge hillsides. Take a virtual tour of Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area captured with Google Street View Trekker.

Picnic Point NSW

Cave Beach — Image credit: Shoalhaven Tourism

Natural Attractions

Cave Beach

Cave Beach is located on the southern side of Booderee National Park and is known for its consistent surf, especially when conditions include a northeast wind and a south or southeast swell. The nearby campground is popular with both surfers and families, who appreciate the variety of surf and bay beaches within the park. The area is also an excellent spot for observing native Australian wildlife.

Jervis Bay NSW

Cave Garden/Thugi — Image credit: City of Mount Gambier

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Cave Garden/Thugi

Situated in the centre of the city, Cave Garden/Thugi is located on the southern side of The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre. Take in the view from the platform overhead, or walk down into the sinkhole for a closer look. After significant rainfall, you may also see a waterfall. The beautiful gardens that surround the sinkhole are a stunning feature of this Stage Heritage area. The perfect central meeting place for locals and visitors.

Mount Gambier SA

Cave Hill

Natural Attractions

Cave Hill Nature Reserve

One of the largest and highest granite outcrops in the region, Cave Hill provides an area to explore ancient cave formations and pioneering ingenuity with the historic woodline dams on the outcrop. Follow the bushland walking trails to discover all Cave Hill has to offer. Camping is permitted in designated areas. Shaded picnic tables and barbecues are provided.

Coolgardie WA

Hold a Koala at Caversham Wildlife Park — Image credit: Caversham Wildlife Park

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Caversham Wildlife Park

Showcasing the largest private collection of native fauna in Western Australia, Caversham Wildlife Park invites you to experience magical close encounters with Australia's cutest inhabitants. Here's your chance to hand-feed kangaroos and have your photo taken with a koala. Watch the penguins being fed, enjoy wandering through the Reptile House, and play with the farm animals at Molly's Farm. A hugely popular interactive experience is 'Meet the Wombat and Friends' - with around 20 Australian species to meet and learn about, it is fun and educational. Another attraction not to miss is the Farm Show, where the country comes to town! Watch mustering sheepdogs, sheep shearing, swinging the billy, milking the cow and bottle feeding the lambs. With about 200 species and 2000 individuals, this is the largest private collection of native animals in Western Australia. There is something for everyone at Caversham Wildlife Park. Situated at the heart of Whiteman Park in the Swan Valley, it's less than a 30-minute drive northeast of Perth to reach the wildlife park. Once you've snapped plenty of great family memories, head into the surrounding Whiteman Park to enjoy some of the many other attractions within the park.

Whiteman WA

Caves Beach

Natural Attractions

Caves Beach

Caves Beach is the name of both a suburb and beach on the Swansea peninsula, roughly 30 kilometres south of Newcastle and just to the east of Lake Macquarie. The beach is named for the network of sculptural sea caves spread along its southern end, which are wondrous to explore, especially for kids. But a caveat: they can only be accessed at low tide. The beach was named in the 2025 top 10 beaches of Australia. The beach is patrolled, and is ideal for both swimmers and surfers.

Caves Beach NSW

Boranup Karri Forest along Caves Road — Image credit: Tourism WA

Landmarks and Buildings

Caves Road

Caves Road stretches between two capes – Cape Naturaliste to the north and Cape Leeuwin to the south, running parallel to the coast but set inland. A drive along Caves Road is all about appreciating sweeping vineyards, happy livestock and locally-grown produce. Jarrah, Karris and Marris get thicker and taller as you head south. You can see the geography and the colours changing and open paddocks of gold and green are replaced by the dense browns and deep greens of the Karri trees. Look closely and the drive will reveal the region's sensitivity around sustainable land care. Vineyards are prolific, olive groves weave in and out of view, solar passive roofs and rammed earth structures can be counted along the way, and walls built by local stonemasons lead into winery entrances. Rounding the bend in Caves Road, just south of the Conto Road exit, are towering trees so impressive and powerful, that it is best to pull over to the side of the road to stop, listen, breathe, and grab a photo or two. Caves Road is a magical drive!

Margaret River WA

Cavill Lane — Image credit: Cavill Lane

Shopping and Markets

Cavill Lane Surfers Paradise

Cavill Lane is a unique laneway located right in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Locals and visitors alike come together to discover this hidden laneway among reminiscent of a dining precinct environment. Cavill Lane Surfers Paradise offers a variety of international cuisine, services to everyday conveniences, attractions and more. Throughout the year, the laneway showcases a wide variety of entertainment, promotions and activations. Discover something more at the place where food, people and entertainment meet. Please visit the website for more details.

Surfers Paradise QLD

Cawleys Road trail

Natural Attractions

Cawleys Road trail

Need a place to head out hiking or go mountain biking? Cawleys Road trail starts just off the old highway near Helensburgh and heads through low, open forest filled with scribbly gums, banksias and waratahs. It’s a wide track, surfaced with bitumen and gravel, generally flat, and suitable for all walking, mountain biking, cycling or horse riding levels. Stop for a breather and lunch at Kellys Falls picnic area. A beautiful series of waterfalls cascading into a rainforest gully are a great accompaniment to your break. Those who are mountain biking can also explore some of the other trails connecting to Cawleys Road trail. Among the scribbly gums and waratahs, you’re likely to see swamp wallabies or echidnas. Honeyeaters and wattlebirds are also attracted by many of the wildflowers, including Gymea lilies, grevilleas and banksias.

Helensburgh NSW

Cawnpore Lookout

Natural Attractions

Cawnpore Lookout and Lilleyvale Hills

The Lilleyvale Hills are set on the edge of Winton Shire and Boulia Shire on the Kennedy Developmental Road. The Lookout is approximately 51 kilometres west of Middleton. Spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding Hills can be seen from here. The Lookout is well sign-posted and is well-worth the stop on the way through.

Winton QLD

Caxton Street

Shopping and Markets

Caxton Street

Immerse yourself in good food, great nightlife and premier live sport at Caxton Street. Caxton Street exudes an energetic vibe under the imposing shadow of Suncorp Stadium, coming alive most weekends due to the scores of footy fans who converge on the strip after NRL, Rugby Union or Soccer games. Caxton Street is a long-standing entertainment precinct, home to an array of pubs and bars including the famous Caxton Hotel and Lord Alfred Hotel. Other venues to visit include craft beer bar Brewski and burgers at Fritzenburger. Brisbane's most famous restaurant, the family-owned Gambaro's has been known for its fresh seafood for more than 60 years. The group operates a boutique hotel and the Blackhide Steakhouse along Caxton Street too.

Petrie Terrace QLD

Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve

National Parks and Reserves

Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve

A Southern Highlands wetland sounds unlikely, but it does exist. When Bong Bong weir was constructed in the 1920s to supply water to Moss Vale, a lagoon and swamp area formed at that part of Wingecarribee River. Only 12 years later it was declared a wildlife sanctuary. Now, over 90 species of birds, a third of which are waterbirds, have made it their temporary or permanent home. Whether you're keen on birdwatching or just looking for a peaceful place to enjoy walking and a quiet picnic, Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve awaits you. The land was originally part of 1,000ac granted in 1819 to Charles Throsby in recognition of his exploration of a route from the Southern Highlands to the Bathurst district. This area is also where Bong Bong village, the first settlement in the Southern Highlands, once stood. Although the village no longer exists, you can view historic Throsby Park from the reserve, where colonial buildings remain intact.

Moss Vale NSW

Cecil Hoskins picnic area

Natural Attractions

Cecil Hoskins picnic area

Great things come in small packages and this little picnic area beside Wingecarribee River is no exception to that rule. Bring along the family and your picnic supplies and set up for a few relaxing hours in this tranquil wetland setting. You could even bring your own gas stove and enjoy a barbecue. After a hot day, it's a great place for picnicking in the evening. Feel free to wander the area, taking binoculars with you for some birdwatching as you try to spot the many species of woodland birds and waterbirds. See if you can also find the two rare old Paddys River box trees. They've been around much longer than us. If you want to explore a bit further, Wingecarribee River walking track begins and ends at the picnic area. This walking track loops you through regenerating forest on Wingecarribee floodplain.

Burradoo NSW

Ocean Sauna Views — Image credit: Cedar & Salt

Spas and Retreats

Cedar and Salt

Cedar and Salt – Long Reef Beachfront Woodfire Sauna is a unique Nordic-inspired wellness experience set directly on the sand at Long Reef Beach on Sydney's Northern Beaches. This mobile, wood-fired Finnish sauna invites guests to reconnect with nature through the powerful ritual of hot and cold therapy. Guests move between the handcrafted timber sauna and the ocean for an invigorating contrast therapy experience, combining heat, sea immersion and fresh coastal air. Designed to embrace the wild beauty of the Australian coastline, the sauna offers uninterrupted ocean views, sunrise and sunset sessions, and a welcoming communal atmosphere. Perfect for wellness seekers, ocean lovers and those wanting a restorative coastal escape, Cedar and Salt blends Scandinavian tradition with Australia's beach culture. Sessions are bookable online, with casual visits and unlimited memberships available. This is beachfront sauna, the Nordic way woodfire heat, saltwater plunge, and community connection in one of Sydney's most iconic natural settings.

Collaroy NSW

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