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    Date Posted: 1.2.24 Embark on a Tranquil Journey: The Rural Getaway

    Imagine a journey where the pace is unhurried, and the scenery is dotted with the charm of rural communities—welcome to the quiet alternative tourist route between Queensland and New South Wales, known as the Rural Getaway. This scenic trail stretches from the historic Fossickers Way at Warialda in New South Wales and seamlessly joins with […]

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    Date Posted: 5.28.23 Goondiwindi: Where River Serenity Meets Crossroads Adventure

    Sitting peacefully on the banks of the Macintyre River at the junction of five major highways, Goondiwindi is a well-established border town. It is the perfect place for travellers to rest awhile and spend some time. With all you could want by way of amenities, an interesting history to explore, great food and warm country hospitality […]

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  • Date Posted: 1.10.23 Taste Stanthorpe and the Granite Belt

    THE GRANITE BELT IS KNOW FOR ITS APPLES, PEARS, STONE FRUIT, BERRIES, GRAPES AND WINE. A great place to start a Granite Belt holiday are the fruit shops in the Thulimbah and Cottonvale area. We visited Sams Farm Fresh Fruit and Veg. Sam Giacca is a local, one of many of Italian heritage and can […]

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    Date Posted: 12.12.22 Taste Warwick – Culinary delights on Australia’s Country Way

    WARWICK, known for its rich agriculture history, is an hour’s drive south of Toowoomba. The Warwick Hotel in Palmerin Street is in a beautiful building dating from 1908. They highlight local beef on their menu. At the other end of Palmerin Street is the Bluebird Kitchen and Bar, As the name implies, they specialise in […]

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    Date Posted: 10.31.22 Taste Toowoomba on Australia’s Country Way

    From award winning chocolate to Phat burgers and fancy limes. Toowoomba has just about everything for food lovers

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  • Date Posted: 9.22.22 Taste Yarraman and the High Country Hamlets

    Looking for the ultimate waffle indulgence? Stop at Yarraman on Australia’s Country Way and you will be tempted by the Pink Flamingo. They specialise in waffles and gelato and use as much local produce as possible on their menu. Yarraman is a town on the junction of the highway through to Brisbane and the continuation […]

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  • Date Posted: 8.22.22 What’s growing along the Leichhardt Highway

    From sorghum to sunflowers and wheat to cotton, here’s your ultimate guide to what’s growing in the Western Downs as you traverse the Leichhardt Highway

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  • Date Posted: 7.22.22 Taste South Burnett on Australia’s Country Way

    THE South Burnett is know for growing peanuts, so it’s not surprising that you find peanut vans in Kingaroy and nearby Nanango.

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    Date Posted: 5.13.22 Taste Gayndah on Australia’s Country Way

    Discover Kin on Australia’s Country Way The town of Gayndah lies just half an hour east of Mundubbera on Australia’s Country Way, there is an alternate local road that follows the Burnett River by the citrus orchards. Gayndah is another Citrus town celebrating their premium crop through the biennial Gayndah Orange Festival. During the citrus […]

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    Date Posted: 5.13.22 Taste Mundubbera on Australia’s Country Way

    Mundubbera is the citrus capital of Queensland and home to fresh pecan tarts - yummy!

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  • Date Posted: 3.21.22 Taste Monto on Australia’s Country Way

    Don't miss Monto on your Australia's Country Way drive. The town where Australian Rugby league legend, Mal Meninga grew up is well known for its beef, pork and broadacre crops.

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  • Date Posted: 3.11.22 Wander through the wonders of Wandoan, Western Downs

    The Wandoan township is steeped in history dating back to the early 1840s

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  • Date Posted: 1.19.22 Taste Biloela

    Heading south-west from Rockhampton through Mount Morgan you travel through cattle and grain country arriving in Biloela, administrative centre of the Banana Shire. A tip for food lovers, Bananas aren’t grown in the Banana Shire, it was named after the first township in the region (Banana), which in turn was named for the burial site […]

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  • Date Posted: 11.9.21 Taste Rockhampton

    Australia’s beef capital and much, much more. Rockhampton is recognised as the beef capital of Australia with livestock production being dominated by beef cattle, currently numbering 3.2 million head in the Greater Rockhampton Region. Search out our steak restaurants that serve delicious local beef. There’s lots of fresh local produce grown here right on the […]

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  • Date Posted: 8.12.21 12 Things to do With Your Family in the Western Downs

    If you’ve been searching for a school holiday destination that will inspire, educate and excite, look no further than the Western Downs. Just three hours from Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, you’ll find everything from ancient rainforests to heritage-listed homesteads and giant watermelons to keep the whole family entertained.   Pack up the kids […]

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  • Date Posted: 4.27.21 Top 6 Must Do Moments in the Southern Downs and Granite Belt

    From wineries to waterfalls there’s always something to explore in the Southern Downs and Granite Belt. Here we celebrate good food and wine, fresh air, time together and the restorative power of nature. Sound good? Check out these 6 must do moments for your next visit. Granite Belt Winery Tours The Granite Belt is Queensland’s […]

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  • Date Posted: 4.1.21 Caravanning around Rockhampton

    One of Queensland’s unexpected holiday destinations is Rockhampton. Typically known as the Beef Capital of Australia, Rockhampton truly offers the opportunity to reconnect with nature. It has many different experiences on offer allowing you to find the perfect balance between adventure-filled activities and glorious sunsets where you can sit back, relax and take time out […]

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  • Date Posted: 3.19.20 Exploring the naturally beautiful North Burnett in Autumn

    Welcoming autumn with milder temperatures and lush green rolling hills after summer rain, the North Burnett is an adventurer’s playground just waiting to be explored. Just 3 hours drive from Brisbane, and just over 1 hour from Bundaberg, the North Burnett covers almost 20,000 square kilometres and is home to 6 National Parks. Meaning there […]

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  • Date Posted: 12.16.19 Experience Aboriginal Culture and Heritage in the Toowoomba Region

    Drive Inland acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Toowoomba Region, and pays its respects to Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the knowledge, the rich traditions and bold ambitions of Australia’s first peoples. Toowoomba – An Ancient Meeting Place In the local First Nations community, Toowoomba is known as a key meeting place […]

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  • Date Posted: 10.9.19 Family Friendly Activities in the Sandstone Wonders Region

    If you are a family that loves exploring the road less travelled, then get out your notebook ready as we take you through a perfectly planned family escape that is guaranteed to make some memories! Banana Shire is an incredibly diverse region which has something for everyone. It is the perfect place to get ‘off […]

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  • Date Posted: 4.18.19 Top 5 Easter Activities

    Be sure to plan your stay in the Rockhampton Region this Easter holidays to make the most of the major events and perfect mild autumn weather that will be on offer. To help you plan, we have gathered the Top 5 Easter Activities for the family to enjoy. Be sure to plan your stay in […]

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  • Date Posted: 4.8.19 NORTH BURNETT

    Make your date to travel along Australia’s scenic Country Way (A3), to visit Gayndah’s  famous Zest in the West Festival  held over the QLD Labour Day weekend May 3 to 6. Have some time on your hands… come and explore the Beautifully Natural North Burnett – the region is host to a selection of  magnificent […]

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  • Date Posted: 12.17.18 Relax and Play the North Burnett Way

    The North Burnett Region is the perfect playground for the family to recharge and reconnect. Whether you are entering our region via the Rural Getaway or Australians Country Way there is so much to see and do from pristine waterways, trekking through our national parks, enjoying spectacular cultural entertainment or exploring our regions rich heritage. […]

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  • Date Posted: 11.19.18 Drive Inland This Holiday Season

    Christmas Holidays Event’s List Escape the crowd this Christmas and Drive Inland. Là Naomh Anndrais Scotland, Saint Andrews Ceremony Start date: 30 Nov 2018 / End date: 1 Dec 2018 Watsons Drive, Glen Innes 2370 Click to find out more Glen Innes Itineraries    Rockhampton –  Summer Solstice Light Spectacle Start date: 1 Dec 2018 / […]

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  • Date Posted: 11.8.18 Camping in the Sandstone Wonders

    Reaching across almost 28,000 km2, the diverse landscapes of the Sandstone Wonders region can be jaw dropping. More than 25 mountain ranges make up the area, creating gaping valleys, towering cliff tops, deep gorges and rocky outcrops. These magnificent sites are often gently interrupted by freshwater streams or rolling plains. A combination of precious National Park and […]

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  • Date Posted: 10.15.18 Outdoor Adventure in the South Burnett

    Spring has sprung – the days are getting longer, temperatures are rising and the flowers are out in blossom. High time to swap the winter boots for hiking shoes and dust the cobwebs off your bike.    It’s the perfect time of year to enjoy the great outdoors and discover the South Burnett. Located inland from the […]

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  • Date Posted: 6.5.18 The Best Lookout Spots in the Toowoomba Region

    Toowoomba has no shortage of breathtaking lookouts, how many have you visited? Located 691 metres above sea level there is no surprise that Toowoomba and surrounds has an abundance of spectacular lookout spots. Check out some of our most popular spots that don’t require you to climb a mountain to enjoy the remarkable scenery! Picnic […]

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  • Date Posted: 5.10.18 Rockhampton’s Top Photo Opportunities

    Think you know Rockhampton? How many items have you ticked off this list? Rockhampton has captured our hearts, and we think it’ll capture yours too. Filled to the brim with little known secrets, you don’t have to travel far around Rockhampton to stumble across some truly stunning photo opportunities. We’ve listed a few below of […]

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