Australia’s Country Way guides you to the delights and treasures that pepper the countryside of the Great Dividing Range. From Sydney to Central Queensland the holiday is as much about savouring the journey as reaching a destination.
Winding roads reveal sweeping vistas, seasonal produce, and welcoming hospitality – Australia’s Country Way is the classic road trip. Kilometres of crops and grazing livestock flank the road, interrupted by stunning natural formations and welcoming towns imbued with history. Accommodation ranges from the ubiquitous friendly roadside motel to cosy cabins, luxury retreats, romantic B&Bs and farm stays.
Like a giant smorgasbord Australia’s Country Way uncovers the true-blue producers and no shortage of ways to enjoy the country harvest. Each region has a claim to culinary fame and restaurants, fine dining, cafes, cellar doors and delis harness these assets along the route.
Explore the wine regions of the Hunter Valley, Tamworth, New England, Granite Belt and South Burnett regions. Enjoy the fruit and vegetables around Stanthorpe and Warwick. Uncover the bountiful citrus, beef and grain growing districts of the Darling Downs, Burnett, Gayndah, Mundubbera and Rockhampton. Drop a line for freshwater fish at the dams and lakes adjoining Australia’s Country Way. You will find trout and many other species readily available.
View fantastic farming country and fertile river flats on a road trip you won't forget.
Take this drive through Mundubbera to Gayndah and discover beautiful countryside, friendly locals and historical gems.
For the 4WD enthusiast, this drive offers a voyage of discovery and adventure.
Experience ancient history and culture through this exciting and unique loop.
Take the alternative route to Eidsvold and discover unique and exciting sites along the way.
Travel around lush orchards, vineyards and vast grazing country.
Much like the Dawson Valley, Banana Shire’s Callide Valley provides rich coal resources and vital power supplies to Queensland.
Australia's Country Way guides you to the delights and treasures that pepper the countryside of the Great Dividing Range. From Sydney to Rockhampton.
The Local’s Drive gives you a taste of life in the South Burnett, and a quick guide on to how to plan a longer trip in the region.
Explore Australia's history through from Kilkivan to Boondooma. Divulge in the best scenery and food the South Burnett has to offer.
Delight your senses with the Grapes and Gourmet Drive. Breathtaking views, delicious local food and wonderful wineries.
Spend time Fishing the Fitzroy River and discover why Rockhampton is now the must do fishing destination in Queensland.
A fishing adventure through the South Burnett starting in the south of the region and finishing in the north.
The Wine, Walks and Heritage drive delights the senses and immerses you into a rich country culture of the South Burnett.
Spend a leisurely day touring the remarkable tourist attractions the region has on offer.