NEW SOUTH WALES

NEW SOUTH WALES

1. OUTBACK

   • Things to do: Mining + Indigenous history, Heritage, National parks, Camping etc.
   • Towns: Burke, Brewarrina, Broken Hill
   • Main Features: Far north west of NSW, diverse + beautiful landscapes, rich in Aboriginal heritage + explores , Part of Darling River

2. SYDNEY

   • Over 1/3 of Aussies live in Sydney
   • Temperature: overall ave. 16*C - 26*
     • Great Dividing range creates 4 distincitive zones: Coastal strip, highlands, western slopes, flatter country
   • To Do: Beaches, tourist attractions, ferry, national parks + natural treasures,surrounding areas eg. blue mountains

3. NORTH COAST

   • Major Towns:Port Macquarie,Coffs Harbour, Byron Bay
   • Things to do: Swim, surf, markets, visit national parks, see whales, dine well, golf
   • Attractions: Big Banana at Coffs Harbour, Billabong Zoo at Port Macquarie

4. AUSTRALIA

   • VICTORIA
     • GREAT OCEAN ROAD
       • Stretches from Geelong to Portland in SW Victoria, landscape is rich + diverse
       • To see: coastal scenery, mountains + farmland, country towns, rainforests + historic relics
       • To Do: Helicopter flight, visit Bells beach, bush walk, waterfalls
     • VICTORIAN GOLDFIELDS
       • Central VIC including Sovereign Hill in Ballarat, Bendigo + Maryborough
       • Beautiful architecture, grand public buildings, statues, fountains + gardens remind us of the rich era
       • To Do: Major Tourist area, learn about heritage, walk + cycle, wineries + farmers markets
     • MELBOURNE
       • Second most populated city , referred to as " cultural capital of Australia", birthplace of Australian film, television, art, dance + music, strong enthusiasm of sport
       • Temperature: changeable, overall ave. 14*C -25*C
       • To Do: scenic + cultural attractions, Tourist attractions, Museums, Wineries in surrounding cities eg. Yarra Valley or Mornington Peninsula
   • SOUTH AUSTRALIA
     • KANGAROO ISLAND
       • 3rd largest island in Aus, crystal clear waters, wildlife + nature
       • exotic wildlife with many species not found anywhere in the country, over 1/3 of land donated for wildlife conservation + national parks
       • To do: Bush walks, Food safaris, Swim, Kayak, Wildlife
     • ADELAIDE
       • Thriving arts scene, known as 'Festival State' hosting over 500 each year
       • Temperature: driest of all capital cities, overall ave. 15*C-29*C
       • To Do: Barossa Valley famous for food + wine, museums + art galleries
   • QUEENSLAND
     • THE WHITSUNDAYS
       • Heart of the GBR, 74 islands, gateway from Airile beach, tropical waters
       • To Do: swim,snorkel,scuba dive, boating, sailing, luxury resorts
       • Major Islands: Hayman, Hamilton + Daydream
     • BRISBANE
       • Capital of QLD
       • To Do: Queen st mall, south bank, cruise on Brisbane river
       • Temperature: Sub tropical climate, overall ave. 17*C-30*C
     • GOLD COAST
       • To Do: Theme Parks, nightlife, schoolies, shopping
     • FAR NORTH QLD
       • Great Barrier Reef, Daintree rainforest, Cairns
     • SURFERS PARADISE
       • 2 hours north of Brisbane, beaches, freshwater rivers, subtropical rainforests
       • To Do: Australian Zoo, Beaches, dining + shopping in Noosa
     • FRASER ISLAND
       • Largest sand island in the world, world heritage listed, White sandy beaches, sandbars, shipwrecks
       • wildlife including Dingos, wallabies, bandicoots, echidnas
       • 200km’s north of Brisbane
   • NORTHERN TERRITORY
     • DARWIN
       • Capital city, Gateway to National Parks,
       • Temperature: Experience a tropical climate, wet/dry season
       • To Do:
       • Day trips out: kakadu national park, Katherine gorge, Wetland cruise
     • ALICE SPRING
       • 3rd largest town in NT , Aboriginal art + history
       • Varying temperatures: Hot in day, cold at night
       • Major Tourist Attractions: Todd river, Alice springs desert park, Alice springs reptile centre, Camel ride
     • RED CENTRE
       • Uluru:10 km walk around base
       • Aboriginal Culture → sacred site
       • To Do: Explore Uluru, Hot air ballon ride
   • TASMANIA
     • HOBART
       • Capital of Tasmania
       • Tourist appeal : heritage scenery mountain area + gourmet food
     • PORT ARTHUR
       • former convict settlement, One of australia's most significant heritage areas + an open area museum , World heritage listed
     • WESTERN WILDERNESS
       • remote + inaccessible region of south west Tasmania
       • Tourist appeal : unspoilt scenery, rugged peaks, wild rivers, unique flora and fauna, log/rugged coastline
   • WESTERN AUSTRALIA
     • PERTH
       • Capital of WA, on the coast of the indian ocean, big international gateway
     • KIMBERLY RANGE
       • 4WD track (660 km) from Broome into heart of Kimberley’s range
       • To See/Do: Breathtaking gorges, outback stations, freshwater swimming holes, camping grounds, Aboriginal communities, scenic flight
     • BROOME
       • Far north of WA, on the edge of Kimberley Region + used as a base for Kimberly range
       • To Do: Beach and outback experiences ,Cable Beach: Sunset, camel rides
     • MARGARET RIVER
       • Wine region, 100 + wineries/restaurants
     • FREMANTLE
       • ROTTNESS ISLAND
         • Ferry service
         • To Do: Historic buildings, Walking trails, cycling around the island ,Wildlife experiences , water activities
       • WA’s largest commercial port + fishing, Victorian + Edwardian buildings

5. CANBERRA

   • Tourist attractions: Parliament House, Australian War Memorial, National Museum of Australia, National Gallery, National Portrait Gallery, Lake Burley Griffin.
   • Capital of Australia,

6. SNOWY MOUNTAINS

   • South east of NSW, highest point of in Great Dividing Range, Mount Kosciuszko
   • To Do: Ski, Walk, Golf, Swim (AIS pool), Toboggan, Festivals, School camps