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Australian Road Transport Heritage Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Australian Road Transport Heritage Museum

The Australian Road Transport Heritage Centre (ARTHC) is fast becoming an iconic national transport museum, dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and display of vehicles and equipment that have played a vital role in shaping Australia's road transport industry. A key focus of the centre is showcasing vehicles and machinery that once travelled the historic Hume Highway, bringing to life the rich stories of the highway and the Gundagai region. Through these displays, visitors can gain a deeper appreciation of the people, journeys, and innovations that helped build the nation's transport network. The museum is thoughtfully designed to support the viewing, storage, and ongoing maintenance of its growing collection. Visitors are invited to explore an impressive range of unique vehicles, along with fascinating photographs that offer a glimpse into transport history from years gone by. Bring the whole family and experience a journey back in time at this remarkable heritage centre.

Gundagai NSW

Aust Rodeo Hertiage Centre

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Australian Rodeo Heritage Centre

The Australian Rodeo Heritage Centre (ARHC) is solely dedicated to the spirit of rodeo and the cowboy. This quaint yet captivating museum stands as a testament to the rich history and tradition of rodeo, offering visitors a journey through time to explore the roots of this iconic Australian pastime. Located in Warwick, QLD, ARHC is a space created in 2006, originally funded by the Australian Government through several regional development programs, the Warwick Shire Council and the Australian Professional Rodeo Association. As one steps through the doors of the Rodeo Heritage Centre Museum, they are greeted with an ambience that resonates with the spirit of the outback. The rustic charm of the museum and its interior, adorned with vintage rodeo memorabilia and artifacts, transports visitors back to a bygone era when life on the frontier was defined by grit, determination, and a deep connection to the land. The museum's collection is a treasure trove of relics that chronicle the evolution of rodeo from its humble beginnings to the electrifying spectacle it is today. Visitors can marvel at an impressive array of exhibits, including antique rodeo gear, vintage photographs capturing iconic moments in rodeo history, and even authentic cowboy attire worn by legendary riders of yesteryears.

Warwick QLD

Sea Turtle Release — Image credit: Australian Seabird Rescue

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Australian Seabird and Turtle Rescue

Education is critical to the future of this country's wildlife. discover the important work of Australian Seabird and Turtle Rescue (ASTR) a not-for-profit wildlife rescue organisation based in Ballina and dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation and release of injured seabirds, sea turtles and sea snakes. Visit the ASTR Education Centre and learn more about the challengers facing local marine wildlife through an engaging and interactive educational experience suitable for all ages. Hear fascinating stories about animals that have been rescued and rehabilitated, explore informative displays and discover what goes on behind the scenes of wildlife rescue and rehabilitation. By visiting the Education Centre, you'll not only gain a greater understanding of the region's incredible marine life, but also help support ASTR's ongoing rescue and conservation efforts. Their rescue truck, purpose-built hospital and rehabilitation aviaries allow volunteers to rescue and rehabilitate injured seabirds, sea turtles and sea snakes. Hear anecdotes about the animals that have been rescued and marvel at the visual exhibits on display in their Education Centre.

Ballina NSW

Australian Soaring Centre — Image credit: Australian Soaring Centre

Landmarks and Buildings

Australian Soaring Centre

The skies around Corowa are perfect for gliding, with many clear days throughout the year. The Australian Soaring Centre is in a class of its own. Come out and watch the gliders take off and fly around the countryside, or, for those a little braver, enquire about taking to the skies yourself. Since 2001, they have been one of the ultimate soaring centres in Australia with a variety of gliders available for hire. A world class venue, the Australian Soaring Centre sees regular visitors from Europe and all around Australia. Why glide at Corowa? It is a safe airfield without high objects such as power lines and is excellent and well maintained with wide concrete and grass runways. No rice or big irrigation and they are located close to the mountains. Thermal conditions start up to 1.5 hours earlier than at other sites. Easy, land-able paddocks from the airfield up to 1,000 kilometres north.

Corowa NSW

Australian Space Discovery Centre — Image credit: Australian Space Agency

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Australian Space Discovery Centre

The Australian Space Discovery Centre aims to inspire the next generation with stories of opportunity, curiosity, and technology. It offers a place for the community to discover and explore the latest innovations in space technologies and learn about Australia's current and future role in space. The Australian Space Discovery Centre hosts an interactive Space Gallery, offering immersive hands-on experiences, and special exhibitions. The Careers & Information Hub showcases rewarding and diverse career pathways in the local space industry and provides opportunities to engage with space experts. Exclusive Schools in Space program sessions are available for booking by teachers. The Schools in Space program is designed for students in Years 3 to 12, and each program includes embedded learning outcomes and is aligned with the Australian Curriculum. Free daily activities to inspire budding space explorers and innovators of all ages are available during South Australian school holidays periods.

Adelaide SA

Australian Sports Museum — Image credit: Australian Sports Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Australian Sports Museum

Discover Australia through the lens of sport at the new Australian Sports Museum, located at Gate Three of the MCG. This is no ordinary museum, with interactive experiences for all to enjoy. Here you’ll find touchscreens, instead of do not touch signs and climbable statues for the kids to play. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves through wonders of sporting moments with their largest collection of grassroots to elite sporting memorabilia. While kids kick a football in Game On! at the Australian Sports Museum they invite you to expect the unexpected, just like sport itself.

East Melbourne VIC

...And the Bush Hath Friends

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame

The Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame is a must-see for any traveller to Australia. The Hall of Fame pays tribute to Australia's pioneers and their contribution to the nation's development. From the nation's earliest days, the stockman has been a symbol of courage, resilience and hard work, and this Heritage Centre celebrates the lives of these hard-working individuals. Through interactive exhibits, visitors can learn about Australia's heritage, explore stories of the nation's past, and gain insight into the culture and people of the land.

Longreach QLD

Multi locomotive operating day — Image credit: Australian Sugar Cane Railway

Amusement and Theme Parks

Australian Sugar Cane Railway

The Australian Sugar Cane Railway is a two-kilometre ride on Bundaberg's heritage sugar industry 610 mm gauge railway through the picturesque Botanic Gardens in North Bundaberg. The journey takes you around the lakes with turtles, eels, water birds and a boardwalk, then continues through the workshop facility that houses maintenance equipment and the rest of the fleet of rolling stock, around past the Chinese gardens, the band rotunda. The carriages are built on genuine sugar cane trucks that operated on the area's narrow-gauge railways and have been converted to passenger carriages. On Sundays the train is hauled by one of our three steam locomotives, 1907 Leeds Fowler "INVICTA", 1914 Orenstein & Koppel "GERMANY" or the locally built Bundaberg Foundry Company 1952 Fowler No3. Wednesdays are diesel days with the 1965 "VALDORA" that worked the cane fields around Nambour in Queensland. During Queensland school holidays the train operates on Sundays (steam), Tuesdays (diesel), Wednesdays (steam), Fridays (diesel). Genuine Australian and locally made souvenirs are available for purchase at the station located adjacent to the 1928 Cafe. The Australian Sugar Cane Railway is a working museum.

Bundaberg Central QLD

Commemorative Area at the Australian War Memorial

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Australian War Memorial

Discover, reflect, and remember those who have served our nation by immersing yourself in stories that share Australia's collective history. The Australian War Memorial is a unique national institution that combines a shrine, a museum, and an archive. It is dedicated to telling the stories of the men and women who have served the nation in war, conflict, and peacekeeping operations, both at home and abroad. Through a diverse collection of exhibitions, artworks, large technology objects, and personal records, the Memorial plays an important role in shaping how Australia's history and national identity are understood by Australians and international visitors alike. The daily Last Post Ceremony invites visitors to honour one of the more than 103,000 individuals listed on the Roll of Honour who died as a result of their service. This moving tribute shares their personal story and provides a quiet moment of reflection and acknowledgment of their sacrifice. A range of guided tours and self-guided tours, including free daily tours which go for 80 minutes, are on offer to help visitors make the most out of their visit. The Australian War Memorial is the recipient of multiple tourism awards and recognitions, including ranking as the number one attraction in Canberra on Tripadvisor and listed by Casago as one of the top 10 free tourist attractions in the world for 2023.

Campbell ACT

Australian Wildlife Sanctuary

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Australian Wildlife Sanctuary

The Australian Wildlife Sanctuary welcomes lovers of natural, cultural and built heritage and wildlife. The sanctuary is a heritage-listed wildlife sanctuary, with a café, gift shop and education centre located at Bargo within the Wollondilly Shire Council area. Discover and explore your wild side with a Wild Encounter where you will meet, cuddle and feed some of the Sanctuaries resident animals like the Bare-Nosed Wombat, Long-Neck Turtle, Emu, wallabies and more! The exclusive and unforgettable private experience will take you on a full tour of the Sanctuary where you will see first hand all the amazing work that the Sanctuary undertakes.

Bargo NSW

Australian Woodwork — Image credit: Australian Woodwork

Shopping and Markets

Australian Woodwork

Australian Woodwork specialises in handcrafted wooden homewares, kitchenware and furniture made from Australian native timbers. Each piece showcases the natural grain, colour and character of the timber. The collection is made by Australian woodworkers using timbers chosen for their appearance, durability and suitability for each design. Traditional woodworking skills, precise joinery and careful finishing are reflected throughout the range. From chopping boards and bowls to furniture and decorative pieces, the collection highlights the variety and distinctive character of Australian timber species.

Maclean NSW

Main Street entrance to the Australian Workers Heritage Centre - 127 Oak Street, Barcaldine

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Australian Workers Heritage Centre

Discover at your own pace the Australian Workers Heritage Centre - a place of reflection, within this museum-styled complex, visitors can journey through an exhibition space that celebrates the extraordinary legacy of working Australians, telling a vitally important part of our nation's history through its working life via interactive displays, film, photographs, artefacts and recreated historical work settings. Sited in the former Barcaldine State School grounds, many of the original structures have been re-invented into exhibition space. Historical workplaces of yesteryear, including a one-teacher school, the police watch house and a railway station, have been relocated to the Centre throughout Queensland. Home of the "Young-Un' an enduring legacy - this offspring is the only direct descendant of the Heritage listed 'Tree of Knowledge' - symbolic of the Shearers Strike of 1891. Set in over two hectares, the Workers Heritage Centre has been designed with the weary traveller in mind. Beautifully landscaped gardens and shady trees surround a sparkling bore-fed billabong creating a cool outback oasis with the convenience of picnic, barbecue and playground facilities.

Barcaldine QLD

Australian, Indonesian and Japanese War Cemeteries

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Australian, Indonesian and Japanese War Cemeteries

Cowra is home to three War Cemeteries. Established in 1964, Cowra is home to the only Japanese War Cemetery to be retained in Australia. There are 523 graves at the Japanese War Cemetery, containing the remains of the 231 Japanese soldiers who were killed in the 1944 Cowra Breakout and all Japanese Nationals who died on Australian soil during World War II. The Australian section of the War Cemetary is the resting place for four of the Australian Soldiers killed in the Cowra Breakout, as well as other service personnel from Cowra who lost their lives in training or from illness. The Cemetery is beautifully maintained and considered a showpiece for modern military cemeteries. There were 1,200 Indonesian internees held at the Cowra POW Camp during WWII. There were two groups, the first being merchant navy sailors and the second being Nationalists who had been exiled to what is now Irian Jaya (Dutch New Guinea) after they had been involved in the 1926 uprising.

Cowra NSW

Family taking the Australian of the Year Walk. Photo by Jinkyart

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Australians of the Year Walk

The Australians of the Year Walk is a permanent record of the Australians selected to be Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year, Young Australian of the Year and Local Hero. There is one plaque for each year of the award. The plaques are arranged chronologically, starting at the western end of the path near Commonwealth Avenue Bridge. Search for the five metal strips that form the five stave lines of a music score. The plinths represent the notes to the music score of Advance Australia Fair, which can be read from West to East.

Parkes ACT

Henton Cottage — Image credit: Destination Harvey Region

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Australind Heritage Trail

The Australind Heritage Trail, covering 29 heritage and history sites, beckons travellers to slow down and savour this historically rich region. The Leschenault Estuary and surrounding rivers have been home to the Elaap clan group of the Noongar Wardandi tribe, also known as the Yoongan Jarli Elaap (People of Elaap) and the Cultaa Yoongan Jarli (Mullet people), for more than 45,000 years. Established in the 1840s, Australind is also one of the State's first settled communities. Uncover colonial Western Australia heritage, from the town's connection with India for horse breeding, plans of a London-style city, and one of the smallest and oldest churches in Australia. Please note that some buildings and properties are privately owned and are not open to the public.

Australind WA

Australind Jetty — Image credit: Destination Harvey Region

Landmarks and Buildings

Australind Jetty

Extending about one kilometre over the protected waters of Leschenault Estuary (Derbal Elaap), the Australind Jetty is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Australind. It offers breathtaking views of the estuary, and you can also watch the windsurfers surfing further down the estuary. Be sure to spot people wading through shallow water scooping blue swimmer crabs, as well as fish and prawns. The Australind Jetty Walk is 1.1 kilometres or 2.2 kilometres return. On the foreshore is the Leschenault Waterways Eco Museum (also known as the Discovery Centre), where you can learn about the estuary environment and the local plants and animals. Originally part of the Leschenault Inlet system, the Leschenault Estuary is approximately 13.5 kilometres long and has a maximum width of approximately 2.5 kilometres. Formed only 8,000 years ago, the estuarine lagoon is separated from the ocean by a thin peninsula of dunes called the Leschenault Peninsula and forms part of the ecologically valuable Swan Coastal Plain. The Leschenault Peninsula dune system is part of the Quindalup Dune System, which here forms a unique, extensive linear barrier (Semeniuk and Semeniuk 1990). The Estuary is one of Western Australia's most significant migratory bird wetlands. It is also home to many Black Swans (Cygnus atratus) and a resident pod of dolphins. This area forms part of the Kalgulup Regional Park.

Australind WA

Art & Retail Products — Image credit: Auz Visions

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Auz Vizions Studio

Auz Vizions studio is located in George Town, Tasmania. Principal artist and workshop facilitator at Auz Vizions Studio is the talented Annie Fitz. (Ann Williams-Fitzgerald). Auz Vizions Studio is a multifaceted creative arts studio offering a variety of art workshops and courses. With a small retail section selling artworks, gifts, books, it is the home of the Auz Astrology Australian Animal Zodiac range. Ann's passion and creativity is finding its expression through her use of painting, writing, educating & photography – the Auz Vizions Studio is the outlet for that expression. Ann is a fifth-generation Tasmanian and the daughter of a WWII Polish Holocaust survivor. After taking a hiatus from art she decided to rekindle her true passion since moving back to Tasmania 2019. Ann spent 40 years in North Queensland and was a retailer for over 15 years with a chain of gift stores then worked as a photographer, TAFE arts teacher and an associate lecturer in drawing at the Central Queensland University Mackay Campus for more than 10 years. Local arts group Orange Gecko Art Network Inc meet at the Auz Vizions Art Studio monthly to work on their community arts projects. Their current project is the 'Funky Fun Fish Arts Trail'. Auz Vizions is a working art studio with a small retail section and is open to visitors by appointment only.

George Town TAS

Avalon Beach — Image credit: Andrew Gregory; Destination NSW

Natural Attractions

Avalon Beach

Over the last decade or so, Avalon has become the favoured "sea-change" destination for Sydney-siders looking to adopt the surfer lifestyle. As a result, the board-riding community here is large and enthusiastic, but the skill level varies greatly, so it's a good idea to watch for a bit before paddling into the fray. North Avalon breaks along the north headland and a nearby sandbank and attracts longboarders who don't always succeed in getting out of each other's way. South Avalon is centred on a triangle-shaped sandbank near the 25-metre ocean rock pool (free entry) that generates a mix of fun, easy waves. The edge of the south cliff is known as Little Avalon, and here the swell sucks up hard on a shallow rock shelf to produce fast-barrelling tube rides. Other facilities include a shady park, picnic and barbeque area as well as a skate park. Avalon shopping village is close by, where you will find a variety of shops that reflect the surf lifestyle of the area; surf shops, homeware and fashion boutiques, wholefood stores, bookstores, seafood joints and intimate cafes. Good swimming and body surfing conditions Strong shore break at times Excellent surfing conditions at the north end Good surfing breaks along the beach. Best in North Easterly winds.

Avalon Beach NSW

Avalon Oceanpool — Image credit: Northern Beaches Council

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Avalon Rockpool

Avalon Rockpool is located at the southern end of Avalon Beach, nestled amongst the rocks. There is a shallow toddler pool that is great for the little ones to splash around in. Afterwards, head to one of the local cafes for a delicious healthy snack. Facilities include a kiosk nearby, public toilets, showers and change rooms. This area provides a playground, picnic area, and a skate bowl as well as a huge array of cafes located in Avalon. Access is from the car park off Barrenjoey Road. Pay and display parking is available. Please note, that Avalon Rockpool is not available approximately three hours before listed cleaning times and approximately 12 hours after, depending upon prevailing seas.

Avalon Beach NSW

Avani Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club — Image credit: Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club

Natural Attractions

Avani Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club

Set among the vineyards of the Hunter Valley, Avani Cypress Lakes Golf Course is a picturesque 18-hole, par-72 championship course designed by Steve Smyers. Stretching 6,487 metres from the championship tees, the course combines a links-style front nine with tree-lined, sloping fairways on the back nine for a varied and rewarding round. Located within Avani Cypress Lakes Resort, golfers can turn a day on the course into a complete Hunter Valley escape with spacious villa accommodation, resort dining, AvaniWell experiences and some of Pokolbin's best-known cellar doors nearby.

Pokolbin NSW

Avanto at dusk — Image credit: Avanto Sauna

Spas and Retreats

Avanto Sauna

Avanto Sauna is a traditional Finnish-style dry sauna experience located on the Esperance foreshore, offering a calm space to unwind, reset, and reconnect. Designed around the elements of body, mind, and sea, Avanto combines gentle heat, coastal air, and a minimalist Nordic aesthetic to create a uniquely grounding wellness ritual. Guests move between sauna sessions and cool-down moments at their own pace, embracing relaxation, recovery, and mental clarity. Suitable for individuals, couples, and small groups, Avanto Sauna welcomes both locals and visitors seeking a restorative escape. It is a simple, authentic, and distinctly Esperance experience inspired by Nordic sauna culture and the surrounding ocean landscape.

Esperance WA

Avenel Cemetery — Image credit: Strathbogie Shire Council

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Avenel Cemetery

Steeped in history, visit the many graves scattered around the Avenel Cemetery. Within the cemetery, visitors will find the grave of John 'Red' Kelly, the father of the infamous Ned Kelly. Red was laid to rest at the age of 45 on the 28 December 1866. He died in the Kilmore Gaol after his health was ruined due to alcohol abuse. This grave marks one stop on the Ned Kelly Trail throughout the region.

Avenel VIC

Avenel Common School No 8 — Image credit: Strathbogie Shire

Landmarks and Buildings

Avenel Common School No. 8

A historic Common School that Ned Kelly attended as a student. Annie, Ned and Maggie went to Avenel Common School and Ned was said to be an above-average student. Ned Kelly was eight when his formal schooling - and that of his sisters Annie and Maggie - began in mid-1863 at the Beveridge Common (Catholic) School. His teachers, husband-and-wife team Thomas and Sarah Wall, delivered the Irish National Schools Curriculum, which was then regarded as the best in the Western world. Ned spent only six months at the school, but he demonstrated that he could read and write to a standard equivalent to a modern-day grade four.

Avenel VIC

Avenue Beach — Image credit: Shoalhaven City Council

Natural Attractions

Avenue Beach

Visitors to the South Coast can discover the natural beauty of Avenue Beach, a stunning coastal destination ideal for scenic walks and wildlife encounters. From this picturesque location, travellers can follow walking trails that head north across rugged headlands, pristine beaches, and coastal bushland, eventually reaching the inviting shores of Shelly Beach and Kioloa Beach. To the south, Avenue Beach offers sweeping views of Belowla Island and Butlers Creek, providing a peaceful backdrop for a relaxing seaside experience. During the winter and spring months, visitors may be lucky enough to spot migrating whales as they pass along the coastline. Whether enjoying a leisurely walk or simply taking in the breathtaking ocean views, Avenue Beach offers visitors a memorable and refreshing escape into the natural beauty of the South Coast.

Kioloa NSW

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