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Hyams Beach in Jervis Bay, New South Wales.

Hyams Beach, Jervis Bay: Location, how to get there and what to expect

Planning a trip to Hyams Beach? This guide explains where Hyams Beach is, how to get there from Sydney, and what to expect from one of the most famous Jervis Bay beaches. Hyams Beach is one of the most incredible beaches in Australia. It has…

Blenheim Beach in Jervis Bay, New South Wales.

Blenheim Beach, Jervis Bay: Snorkelling, White Sands Walk and visitor guide

Planning a visit to Blenheim Beach in Jervis Bay? This guide explains why Blenheim Beach stands out, plus what to expect from snorkelling, scenery and nearby walks. Blenheim Beach, New South Wales, is one of the lesser-known beaches on Jervis Bay, but it might well…

Callala Beach, Jervis Bay: What to expect, facilities and how it compares

Thinking of visiting Callala Beach in Jervis Bay? This guide explains what makes Callala Beach unique, how it compares to other Jervis Bay beaches, and what facilities to expect. Callala Beach is the longest beach in Jervis Bay, and has glorious white sand. But it’s…

Dolphins swimming in Port Stephens, New South Wales.

The best places to see dolphins in New South Wales, Australia

New South Wales has an extraordinary coastline — 2,000 kilometres of it. From the subtropical waters off Byron Bay to the cold-water estuaries of the far south coast, bottlenose dolphins are resident along virtually the entire stretch. Several bays and headlands also see common dolphins,…

A 4WD vehicle at Rainbow Beach on the Fraser Coast of Queensland, Australia.

Are there any crocodiles in Rainbow Beach, Queensland?

Rainbow Beach is not in Queensland’s Croc Country, so the chances of encountering a crocodile in Rainbow Beach are tiny, if not totally impossible. Why people stay in Rainbow Beach Rainbow Beach in Queensland, home of the Carlo Sand Blow, is one of the most…

A platypus in Broken River inside Eungella National Park, Queensland.

The best places to see platypuses in Queensland, Australia

The platypus is one of the most improbable animals on earth — venomous, egg-laying, duck-billed and beaver-tailed. It also happens to be genuinely difficult to find. Platypuses are shy, solitary, largely crepuscular and spend most of their time in burrows or underwater. Even in good…

The Phillip Island Penguin Parade in Victoria, Australia.

The best places to see penguins in Victoria, Australia: Your complete guide

The little penguin — the world's smallest penguin species, standing roughly 33 centimetres tall and weighing not much more than a kilogram — has an improbable relationship with the state of Victoria. It breeds along much of the Victorian coastline, tolerates human visitors with an…

The Airlie Beach Lagoon in Airlie Beach, Queensland.

Airlie Beach Lagoon, Whitsundays: Is it safe to swim?

Thinking of swimming at the Airlie Beach Lagoon? This guide explains safety, facilities, and why it’s a popular choice in the Whitsundays. Is it safe to swim in the Airlie Beach Lagoon? The Airlie Beach Lagoon is safe to swim in. It is patrolled by…

Barron Falls near Cairns in Queensland, Australia.

Barron Falls, Cairns: Ticket prices, hours and tips – plan your visit

Barron Falls is a prominent steep-sided cascade waterfall located within the Barron Gorge National Park near Kuranda in Far North Queensland. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport or parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips. This guide was updated in April 2026 to reflect…

A Tasmanian devil at Rainforestation Nature Park in Kuranda, Queensland.

Rainforestation Nature Park, Kuranda: ticket prices, hours and tips – plan your visit

Rainforestation Nature Park is a wildlife and cultural attraction set within World Heritage tropical rainforest in, Kuranda, Far North Queensland. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, how to get there, parking, accessibility, and practical tips for planning your visit. To skip the detail and…