Australia Travel Maps & Location Guides

Said to be the world's largest living structure and the only one visible from outer space, the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef is often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world. The Great Barrier Reef stretches over 2000 kilometres and is home to tens of.. read more

Whether the falls are raging with water or the merest trickle, this majestic waterfall is a sight to behold. Set in the red ochre of the Arnhem Land escarpment, and boasting white sandy beaches and crystal clear water, it is worth the 900 metre walk across.. read more

The park covers 186,096 hectares and offers some of the most spectacular scenery in Western Australia. Few areas in the State boast more species of native flora and during July and October the park's landscape is ablaze with colour. The Murchison River Gorges, including.. read more

The National Park is semi developed attracting the more adventurous visitor seeking a wilderness-style experience. However being within an hours drive of Gascoyne Junction, it is also attracting those who want to sample the outback experience, but still.. read more

King Ash Bay is located around 50 kilometres past Borroloola on the McArthur River and is a popular fishing spot all year round. The King Ash Bay Boat and Fishing Club is a primary destination for visiting anglers and hosts the annual Borroloola Fishing.. read more

To the west of this park in the Napier Range is Queen Victoria's Head. From here the country becomes rugged and is dotted with huge granite outcrops. These are the foothills of the King Leopolds which were named by Alexander Forrest in 1879 after King Leopold of Belgium.. read more

With year round warm weather and plentiful water, Kununurra is lush and fertile, and produces much of the State's fruit and vegetables. Developed in the 1960s as a service town for the Ord Irrigation Scheme, it has a population of approximately 6,000 people.. read more

A true island paradise and a popular destination for families and leisure groups keen to explore the rich marine eco system located at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef. On Lady Elliot you can snorkel right off the beach among the amazing coral.. read more

Scuba divers may come face to face with a manta rays or moray eels, and snorkellers will discover giant rainbow coloured fish or coral trout. Swimming and snorkelling inside the lagoon offers calm, crystal clear water - like swimming in a giant aquarium!.. read more

The Giant Beef Industry in the Kimberley began when 'Patsy' Durack, with his two brothers, made an epic two-year trek from Queensland, bringing carts, wagons and 2,000 head of cattle. In 1884 they built a Homestead, using natural stone boulders for the walls, corrugated.. read more

The Trail crosses a variety of terrain, from high exposed ridge lines with spectacular views, to lush sheltered gorges that are home to many of the arid zone's rare plants. Each section of the Trail has its own character and appeal, and different sections are suitable.. read more

The city has a strong sense of identity and has one of the best regional galleries in Australia, the Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk, along with art and craft galleries and quality restaurants. Like most Tasmanian towns, it's easy to explore and nature is close by.. read more

With a population of 45,000, the city of Lismore is home to the progressive Southern Cross University, the award-winning performing arts group NORPA, a valuable macadamia and dairy industry, a creative artistic community and a thriving business centre.. read more

Visit the award-winning Loxton Historical Village with more than 38 fully furnished buildings and sites exhibiting farm equipment, machinery and household items used by early settlers. Or stop in at The Pines Loxton Historical Home and Garden, displaying.. read more

Two thirds of Magnetic Island is National Park with secluded but easily accessible bays and golden beaches. The Island has nearly 25 kilometres of walking tracks meandering through the protected national parks which are home to stands of eucalypts, more.. read more

The city's restaurants, craft and souvenir shops, art galleries and cultural buildings are set around the blue green waters of Mandjar Bay. At night the bay lights up and people migrate to the waterfront to enjoy a barbeque or dine at the many cafes.. read more

The calm waters of the Mary River are best enjoyed on a fishing trip or nature cruise. The Mary River area, between Darwin and Kakadu on the Arnhem Highway, is an angler's paradise, literally jumping with barramundi and other tropical estuarine species.. read more

Taking it easy in Merimbula is not a privilege, it's the only way there is. The resort in the middle of the Sapphire Coast is one of the prime places to engage in activities such as a day picnic, a long walk or an afternoon at one of the town's clean, clear blue beaches.. read more

Cruise along the Murray River on a historic paddle steamer, swim, waterski, soak up the sun or spend a few days exploring the river on a houseboat. Renowned for fine food and wine, Mildura is the home of celebrity restaurateur Stefano de Pieri. Thanks to his Gondola on.. read more

Wonderful things started happening in the early 1960s, when a pod of bottlenosed dolphins began what has become a ritual. Every day a number of dolphins swim into the clear shallows of the bay to interact with humans, delighting visitors with their intelligence.. read more

Sprawled across the Mooloolah River, Mooloolaba is famous for its excellent fishing, all-weather harbour and international-standard marinas. Sailing is a popular pastime here and the town is the fi nish point for two major bluewater sailing competitions.. read more

Mount Gambier is the second biggest city in South Australia after Adelaide. The 'blue lake city' earned its nick name by being situated on the edge of a giant crater, which is now filled with pure artesian drinking water. Changing colour with the changing.. read more

With the highest snow fall of any Victorian ski location, Mt Hotham is one of Australia's favourite places to hit the slopes. Part of the Great Dividing Range, Hotham's summit sits at 1861 metres above sea level. Mount Hotham village sits at 1750 metres.. read more

The twin jewels in Mount Isa's crown are the spectacular Lawn Hill Gorge in Boodjamulla National Park and its neighbour, the world-heritage listed Riversleigh Fossil Fields, both of which are accessed from Mount Isa. A must see while in Mount Isa is the Outback at Isa.. read more

Mt Field National Park is Tasmania's most accessible national park (90 minutes' drive from Hobart on the Rivers Run route or B61) with a diverse glacial landscape showing the island's geological links to Antarctica. The rocks you walk are at least 170 million years.. read more

Nhulunbuy was built in the early 1970s to service the bauxite mine managed by Nabalco. If you plan to travel by the Central Arnhem Road to Nhulunbuy, you will require a permit from the Northern Land Council. The Garma Festival is a celebration of Yolngu.. read more

The unusual soft coral (Pseudogorgia godeffroyi) is only found in Victoria between McGuarans and Delray beaches. The Ninety-Mile Beach area has been found to have the highest species diversity anywhere on the planet. In ten square metres 860 species were.. read more

Migrations of giant whale sharks and humpbacks attract those who love marine animals to Ningaloo. Divers and plain snorkellers come to swim with the whale sharks March to June, and June to October its humpback whale watching time. In addition green and.. read more

Situated on the northeast coast of the Island, the seaside village is an attractive welcome for visitors arriving on the Sealink ferries. With a commanding view of the mainland, just 18km across Backstairs Passage, Penneshaw is the community centre for Dudley Peninsula.. read more

Driving off the main between the ferry port of Penneshaw and Kangaroo Island's capital, Kingscote, visitors will come across the road to Pennington Bay. This quick side trip is spectacular. The short drive reveals a spectacular beach with towering cliffs.. read more

Overlooking the waters of a quiet bay is Australia's most significant historic site at Port Arthur. Here, every piece of hand-hewn stone and every thumb-marked brick has a story that echoes of days long gone. Step back one and a half centuries-exploring.. read more

This friendly city sits at the head of Spencer Gulf and is an excellent holiday destination with a number of world class attractions, a wide range of water activities, a relaxing foreshore including playground and barbecue areas, and extensive shopping facilities.. read more

This is a model seaside village, with cafes, antique and gift shops along The Strand. Feel the sand between your toes at picturesque Horseshoe Bay - its large beach and safe swimming conditions making it a favourite venue for families. The surfing fraternity.. read more

Entry Fees apply. School and Community Groups welcome. Within walking distance from town- approximately 10 minutes from the centre of town, drive by car or catch public transport. read more

The attractive and peaceful bay provides swimming for families, while spectacular walking trails take you along the cliff top north of the town with stunning views across Gulf St Vincent and new marina. Port Vincent is one of Yorke Peninsula's most popular resorts, with.. read more

A craggy promontory nudging out into Bass Strait, Rocky Capes tracks, cliffs and beaches attract walkers and rock climbers. The areas coastal heathlands bloom with wildflowers in summer and theres good fishing and diving around the shores. Native wildlife.. read more

Today it is a place where a family can enjoy an inexpensive holiday, removed from the pressures of life. Hotel Rottnest, affectionately called the "Quokka Arms" was built between 1858 and 1864, became a hotel in 1953 and has been extensively renovated in recent.. read more

Strahan is a harbour town on the edge of this West Coast wilderness, a place that evokes the true spirit of independence through its interesting history. Strahan is a gateway for cruises to the Gordon River and a terminus of the West Coast Wilderness.. read more

The tower is more than a landmark and viewing gallery, however. It has a functional role in providing state-of-the-art telecommunications facilities for Canberra. In the lower level of the Tower's entrance foyer, the exhibition "Making Connections" traces the history.. read more

You may even be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the elusive platypus swimming through the series of dams in our wetlands area. There are threatened species at Tidbinbilla, including the brush tailed rock wallaby, the bustard and the mountain duck. At Tidbinbilla you.. read more

Recently proclaimed the 'best beach' in Australia after extensive research by Sydney University and it's not hard to work out why. The long, curved, sandy beach is a superb site for picnics, beachcombing, surfing and fishing. Experienced surfers enjoy.. read more

At the northern end of Whitehaven Beach is Hill Inlet, a stunning inlet where the tide shifts the sand and water to create a beautiful fusion of colours. Many people claim Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach are the most beautiful places they've ever seen.. read more

Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park extends along 70 kilometres of mainland coastline and covers 15,550 hectares, making it the largest of our Marine National Parks. It is located around the southern tip of the Wilsons Promontory National Park, incorporating.. read more

Yarralumla is known as one of Canberra's most prestigious suburbs. The name of the area was given by the Ngunnawi people which was retained even after European settlement. Today the wide leafy streets and lakeside location make Yarralumla a desirable suburb.. read more

Surrounding a semi permanent waterhole on the Caranbirini Reserve near Borroloola, are sandstone spires known as the Lost City. These spires rise to 25 metres in height and provide a vivid contrast in colour and shape to the surrounding countryside. read more

The complex freestanding sandstone block and pillar formations of the Lost City, in Litchfield National Park, suggest the ruins of a long forgotten civilisation. The Lost City is a spectacular sight, but the track into this section is extremely rocky and rough, and only.. read more

The Old Ghan Heritage Track passes through the Simpson Desert on its way from Port Augusta in South Australia to Alice Springs. This is one of Australia's most important heritage trails as it follows the route of the original narrow gauge Ghan line... read more

In the great tradition of many Australian place names, 75 Mile Beach was so named because it is approximately 75 miles long. Due to the constant movement of sea and sand, it's not always exactly 75 miles long, but then, '75.173 Mile Beach' just wouldn't.. read more

The Abrolhos Islands lie about 60 km west of Geraldton, on the Western Australian coast, and consist of 122 islands clustered into three main groups: the Wallabi Group, Easter Group and Pelsaert Group, which extend from north to south across 100km of ocean.. read more

For thirty years the country around Adaminaby remained sparsely settled by Europeans. The land was grazed but the living was hard. It wasn't until the discovery of gold at nearby Kiandra in 1859 that people began to move into the area in significant numbers.. read more