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Armidale
Armidale is a small city (population 24,500 in 2018) in the New England region of the Australian state of New South Wales and is Australia's highest city in terms of altitude. The picturesque city is noted for its colonial-era architecture, centres of education and culture and the nearby wilderness and gorge country.
Armidale is a place of four seasons. The winters are very cold, with snow sometimes falling in the winter months and overnight temperatures below freezing. The old English-style gardens in the area blossom in spring, as the firs, willows and oaks in town and in the University of New England grounds sprout new leaves. In autumn, the town celebrates the changing colours of the trees with an Autumn Festival, which includes a street parade down the main boulevards. But it is summer that is arguably the best time to visit Armidale. Due to its altitude, the town is rarely humid, and even days where the temperature reaches 35°C are tolerable.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Armidale.
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Atherton Tablelands
The Atherton Tablelands is a plateau in Far North Queensland, Australia.
The Atherton Tableland Region has a long history of Indigenous occupation. Aspects of traditional Aboriginal land use and culture have been documented from the period of first contact to the present. Aboriginal people with ties to the region seek to maintain their culture today, despite a long period of forced removal from their lands following European occupation in the late 19th-early 20th century.
Yidinji (also known as Yidinj, Yidiny, and Idindji) is an Australian Aboriginal language. Its traditional language region is within the local government areas of Cairns Region and Tablelands Region, in such localities as Cairns, Gordonvale, and the Mulgrave River, and the southern part of the Atherton Tableland including Atherton and Kairi.
Dyirbal (also known as Djirbal) is a language of Far North Queensland, particularly the area around Tully and Tully River Catchment extending to the Atherton Tablelands. The Dyirbal language region includes the landscape within the local government boundaries of Cassowary Coast Regional Council and Tablelands Regional Council
The first European exploration of this area, part of the traditional land of the Dyirbal, was undertaken in 1875 by James Venture Mulligan. Mulligan was prospecting for gold, but instead found tin. The town of Herberton was established on 19 April 1880 by John Newell to exploit the tin find, and mining began on 9 May. By the September of that year, Herberton had a population of 300 men and 27 women.
In the late 19th century the Mulligan Highway was carved through the hills from Herberton and passed through what is now Main Street, Atherton, before continuing down to Port Douglas. This road was used by the coaches of Cobb and Co to access Western Queensland.
The tableland contains several small remnants of the rainforest which once covered it, many of which are now protected in national parks. It is classified by BirdLife International as one of Australia's Important Bird Areas, supporting over 1% of the world population of the sarus crane and a significant population of the bush stone-curlew. Twelve species of birds are endemic to this area and the mountain ranges immediately south: Atherton scrubwren, Bower's shrikethrush, bridled honeyeater, chowchilla, fernwren, golden bowerbird, grey-headed robin, Macleay's honeyeater, mountain thornbill, pied monarch, tooth-billed bowerbird and Victoria's riflebird.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Atherton_Tablelands.

Atherton Tablelands: Cathedral Fig Tree
See also the nearby Curtain Fig Tree: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curtain_Fig_Tree.

Atherton Tablelands: Curtain Fig Tree
Curtain Fig Tree is a heritage-listed tree at Curtain Fig Tree Road, East Barron near Yungaburra, Tablelands Region, Queensland, Australia. It is one of the largest trees in Tropical North Queensland, Australia, and one of the best known attractions on the Atherton Tableland. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 3 December 2009.
The Curtain Fig Tree is of the strangler fig species Ficus virens. Normally these figs germinate on top of another tree and try to grow roots into the ground. Once this important step is accomplished, the fig will grow vigorously, finally kill the hosting tree and then grow on independently. In this case, the hosting tree tilted towards a neighbouring tree, and the fig also grew around that one. Its curtain of aerial roots drops 15 metres (49 ft) (49 feet (15 m)) to the ground.[2]
Although these figs kill their hosts, they are an epiphyte which basically feeds from the ground, unlike a parasitic plant which feeds from the sap of the host plant/tree.
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curtain_Fig_Tree.
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Atherton Tablelands: Dinner Falls
The Dinner Falls is a mix of three waterfalls that display plunge, segmented and cascade characteristics on the upper Barron River located in the Far North region of Queensland, Australia.
The waterfall is located approximately 25 kilometres (16 mi) south of Atherton on the Atherton Tableland near the Mount Hypipamee Crater in the Mount Hypipamee National Park.[3] The bottommost of the waterfall series is a long cascade fall; the middle section of the falls is a trio of segmented drops; while the uppermost section of the falls has a triangular shape as it plunges off the tableland plateau.[4]
Access to the falls is via a walking track.
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dinner_Falls.

Atherton Tablelands: Millaa Millaa Falls
Millaa Millaa Falls is a heritage-listed plunge waterfall at Theresa Creek Road, Millaa Millaa, Tablelands Region, Queensland, Australia.[4] It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 5 December 2005.[5]
Milla Milla Falls
The falls are adjacent to the town of Millaa Millaa on the Atherton Tableland. 'Millaa Millaa' is a MaMu Aboriginal phrase referring to the rainforest vine Elaeagnus Triflora whose fruit appears from May to February. A popular destination of international tour operators, the falls are 18.3 metres (60 ft) high with a pool suitable for swimming at their base. The Millaa Millaa Falls are accessed by sealed road off the Palmerston Highway about 5 minutes from the township of Millaa Millaa.
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Millaa_Millaa_Falls.
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Atherton Tablelands: Millstream Falls
The Millstream Falls (Aboriginal: Yindinji[3]), a tiered plunge waterfall on The Millstream, is located in the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Wet Tropics in the Far North region of Queensland, Australia.
The Millstream Falls are situated approximately 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) southwest of Ravenshoe, on the Atherton Tableland and are accessible by road from the Kennedy Highway. The falls are protected within the Millstream Falls National Park. Big Millstream falls are a height of [27.23m] and Little Millstream falls are a height of [15.45m]
The falls comprise two sets of falls, Big Millstream Falls and Little Millstream Falls, both located on the same watercourse, situated approximately 500 metres (1,600 ft) apart.[5][6] The larger of the two falls is reputably the widest single-drop waterfall in Australia.
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Millstream_Falls.

Atherton Tablelands: Tinaroo Dam
The Tinaroo Dam, officially the Tinaroo Falls Dam, is a major ungated concrete gravity dam with a central ogee spillway across the Barron River located on the Atherton Tableland in Far North Queensland, Australia. The dam's purpose includes irrigation for the Mareeba-Dimbulah Irrigation Scheme, water supply, hydroelectricity generation, and recreation. Completed between 1953 and 1958, the dam creates the impounded reservoir, Lake Tinaroo.
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tinaroo_Dam.
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Auckland: Botanic Gardens
Daily 8AM–6PM (Oct–Mar to 8PM); cafe 8AM–4PM. Over 10,000 different plant types, both natives and exotics, spread over 64 hectares. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Auckland/South_Auckland.

Auckland: Domain
A large park (75 ha) on an extinct volcano. It has the War Memorial Museum on its highest point and also the historically important winter gardens with impressive flower bed displays, tropical plants and statues (free). There are scenic views of the Waitemata Harbour and islands of the Hauraki Gulf from in front of the museum.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Auckland/Central.

Auckland: Holy Trinity Cathedral
Viewing daily 10AM-3PM, main services Su 10AM, 5PM. Large modern Anglican cathedral that opened in 1965 and can seat 1100 people. Next to it is St Mary's Church, the largest wooden Gothic church in the world, built in 1886 and moved to the present site in 1982.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Auckland/Central.

Auckland: Maraetai Beach
Popular local beach for the Southern and Eastern suburbs. The road to Maraetai beach and around the Maraetai Coast Road is popular for driving and motorcycles. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Auckland/South_Auckland.

Auckland: Mount Eden / Maungawhau
The highest natural point in Auckland at 196 m above sea level, this volcanic peak provides 360-degree views from beside the 50-metre deep crater at its summit. There are numerous pedestrian entrances from surrounding streets to the hill's walkways.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Auckland/Central.

Auckland: One Tree Hill / Maungakiekie
The second highest peak in the city at 182 m above sea level, this volcanic cone offers panoramic views of the city. An obelisk on the summit marks the grave of Sir John Logan Campbell, a founding father of Auckland city. The summit has not had a solitary tree, for which it was known, since 2000. Terraces where the structures of a fortified Maori village (pa) once stood are still visible on the slopes. The peak is surrounded by One Tree Hill Domain and Cornwall Park, the largest parkland on the Auckland isthmus, where you can see cattle and sheep grazing within a major city.

Auckland: Otuataua Stonefields
Site of ancient Maori gardens on a low volcano.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Auckland/South_Auckland.
The volcanic cone of Ōtuataua is sited within the Ōtuataua Stonefields Historic Reserve and as the dominant landscape feature, lends the 100 hectare reserve its name. The cone provided a fortified village to the original inhabitants, with the lower slopes of the volcano supporting intensive Māori gardening.
The volcanic soils extend to the shoreline where there was access to the abundance of the Manukau Harbour. The sandy beaches and wide tidal flats were once rich with shellfish and the harbour provided fish and a regionally important shark fishery.[83][5]
The Ōtuataua cone was quarried in the 1950s, and the scoria used for building work – including the building of Auckland Airport. At the completion of quarrying, remedial reconstruction created a shallow, grassy crater.
Adjacent to Ōtuataua in the Ōtuataua Stonefields Historic Reserve lies Pukeiti (literally "small hill"), Auckland's smallest volcano.
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ihum%C4%81tao#%C5%8Ctuataua.

Auckland: St Matthew's Church
Services Su 10AM, sometimes open for viewing on other days. Anglican church. The fine neo-Gothic stone church building opened in 1905.
For more see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Matthew-in-the-City.

Auckland: The Lighthouse / Tū Whenua-a-Kura
A sculpture by Michael Parekowhai in the form of a 1950s house, which sits on the end of the wharf. You can't enter the house, but you can look in the windows at the lighting display inspired by the southern skies and a stainless steel sculpture of Captain James Cook. The artwork was installed in 2017. It can be viewed any time, but it may be best to avoid days when cruise ships are alongside. Free.

Blackhall: Black Stump
Blackall is an Outback town of about 1,200 people in Central West Queensland, about 960 km (600 mi) from Brisbane. The city lays claim to the origin of the Australian expression "beyond the black stump", referring to remote or uncivilised parts of the country.
The Black Stump monument has an explanation of the town's claims to the expression "beyond the black stump."
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Blackall.

Blackhall: Statue of Jack Howe
This statue commemorates Jack Howee, the country's best known sheep shearer. His record was 321 sheep in 7 hours and 40 minutes, aet over a century ago in 1892.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Blackall.
Howe was described as being "one of the best physically built men in Australia".[5] Weighing about 14 stone (200 lb; 89 kg), he measured 47.5 inches (1,210 mm) around the chest and 26 inches (660 mm) around the thigh.[3]
On 10 October 1892, Howe had shorn 321 sheep in seven hours and 40 minutes at Alice Downs station, near Blackall, Queensland.[12] This was a faster tally than any other shearer had achieved before. In the week beforehand, Howe also set the weekly record, shearing 1,437 sheep in 44 hours and 30 minutes.[12] Howe's daily record was beaten by Ted Reick in 1950,[13] but Reick was using machine shears, while Howe's hand shears were little more than scissors.[5][3]
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackie_Howe.
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Blackhall: Woolscour
This intact steam-powered wool washing plant is a nice part of Australian industrial heritage and rather unique in its kind. From May to August it actually operates, on steam. It's open all year, however, with tours starting every hour.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Blackall.

Bouddi National Park
The Park contains three broad categories of vegetation: heath, Eucalyptus forest and grassy woodland.
The park contains a wide diversity of animal life. A number of mammal species, including microbats, greater gliders and other marsupials are found in the Park. Reptile species present include lace monitors, green tree snakes and water dragons. Over 150 species of bird have been documented in the area.
The marine component of the Park has similarly high biodiversity. The marine extension of the park was found to have led to a 70% increase in fish numbers in the area than nearby comparators, and 60% higher numbers of species. A number of large mammals regularly frequent the area, including humpback whales, southern right whales and bottlenose and common dolphins. Leopard seals and fur seals have occasionally been seen on coastal rock platforms.
The best way to get around is on foot. There are extensive walking trails from Wagstaffe in the west through to Little Beach in the east. Some of the trails are suitable for off road bicycles, but not all. The locals will not be impressed if you ride on walking tracks.
Enter by car at several points; Eagle Head road, Scenic Drive and Putty Beach Drive. Some walking is required, except for Putty Beach.
Fees:
$7/car (Putty Beach only)
Putty Beach camping area (18 sites). Fees: $8.00 per adult per night, $4.00 per child per night. Annual pass or daily vehicle entry fee of $7 also required.
Little Beach camping area (6 sites). Fees: $8.00 per adult per night, $4.00 per child per night. No vehicle fees apply.
Tallow Beach camping area (6 sites). Fees: $5.00 per adult per night, $3.00 per child per night. No vehicle fees apply.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Bouddi_National_Park.
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Brisbane: Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
8AM-5:30PM (Sep-Mar); 8AM-5PM (Apr-Aug). Beautiful subtropical gardens with many walks. Incl. a Japanese Garden designed by the Japanese architect Kenzo Ogata with the theme of mountain-pond-stream with a combination of both Japanese and Australian plants. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Brisbane.

Brisbane: Cathedral of St. Stephen
Daily 8AM-6PM. Heritage-registered Gothic Revival Catholic cathedral and seat of the Archbishop of Brisbane with regular services and guided tours on weekday mornings. Nearby is St. Stephen's Chapel, which was built in the 19th century and lays significance as being the oldest surviving church building in Queensland.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Brisbane.
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Brisbane: City Botanic Gardens
24/7. Free 1-hr guided tours M-Sa 11AM and 1PM (no need to book). Walking and cycling tracks. Exhibits. Free tours are a mix of the history of the gardens and the city whereas the garden tours at Mt Coot-tha are more focused on the wide variety of plants. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Brisbane.

Brisbane: City Hall and King George Square
The City Hall is Brisbane's most significant historical landmark and was restored in 2010–2013. The area has free public Wi-Fi.
For more see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brisbane_City_Hall.

Brisbane: City Hall Clock Tower
Museum of Brisbane. A 92-metre clock tower with Australia's largest analogue clock face. Opened in 1930, it offers a tour through Brisbane's oldest operating cage lifts.

Brisbane: Kangaroo Point
The walls along the Brisbane River are a popular spot for rock climbing and give an excellent view of the CBD skyline just across the river. Activities carry on after dark, when the walls are well-lit. Abseiling and rock climbing classes on the cliffs with an instructor are available from Riverlife Adventures, as well as kayak, kick-bike, rollerblade and bicycle hire. There are also barbecue and picnic spots in the area.

Brisbane: Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
9AM-5PM. Reduced hours April 25. World's first and largest koala sanctuary, with over 130 koalas. Cuddle a koala, hand feed kangaroos and see other Aussie wildlife. Admission $32 adults, $21 children 3-13 yr, with discounts for families and students. If you prefer not to drive, you can catch the hourly 445 or 430 buses from the city or the Mirimar boat cruise from South Bank at 10:20AM. Adults $36, child $22, concession $24. Family rates available. Discounts if purchased online in advance.

Brisbane: Mount Coot-tha
Brisbane's tallest mountain. A popular make-out spot with a great view and good but overpriced cafe and restaurant. Large TV and radio antennas line some of its broad peak. You can take a scenic drive through the heavily forested Mount Coot-tha Reserve to the peak to see the almost-360° views of Brisbane and the surrounding region. The mountain is 287 m (941 ft) above sea level and forms the eastern extent of the Taylor Range. It is the most northern part of Australia to record snow. It is a prominent landmark approximately 6 km (4 mi) to the west of the Brisbane central business district and is visible from much of the city. Before the Moreton Bay penal settlement, Mount Coot-tha was the home of the Turrbal Aboriginal people. Early Brisbane people called it One Tree Hill when bush at the top of the mountain was cleared except for one large eucalypt tree. The Aboriginal people of the area used to come to the mountain to collect ‘ku-ta’ (honey) that was produced by the native stingless bee. Mount Coot-tha (Place of Honey), a derivative of the indigenous term, replaced the title ‘One Tree Hill' in 1880 when the area was declared a Public Recreation Reserve. Car is the most effective way to enjoy Mount Cootha at your own pace. There is ample parking at the peak. One can also hike the marked trail from the mountain's foot. See one of the best views of Brisbane. It is best to arrive just before dusk or dawn so you can enjoy the transition from day to night. Drive to the peak for a picnic dinner and admire the views. There are several walking tracks through the forests that surround the summit; some are difficult. It is a great place from which to watch the Riverfire fireworks in Sep.

Brisbane: Roma Street Parklands
The world's largest subtropical garden in a city centre and home to 1,800 unique species of plants. Experience the theme gardens such as the topiary maze, rain forest walk, lake, celebration law and amphitheatre with many public artworks to admire. Free.

Brisbane: The Cube
Daily 10AM-4PM. The Cube is one of the world's largest digital interactive learning and display spaces dedicated to providing an inspiring, explorative and participatory experience of QUT's Science and Engineering research. Here you will find one of the world's largest digital interactive and learning environments in the Science and Engineering Centre at the QUT Gardens Point campus. You can view research-inspired projects across science, engineering, maths and technology displayed on more than 40 multi-touch screens and 14 high-definition projectors. The Cube is inspiring and engaging the next generation of thinkers and doers with its extensive outreach to schools, including their hands-on and interactive workshops and public programs for high school students and QUT undergraduate and postgraduate students. Free.
For more see https://www.thecube.qut.edu.au/.

Brisbane: The University of Queensland
One of Australia's oldest and most prestigious institutions, situated on a bend of the Brisbane River. Its majestic sandstone buildings are surrounded by ornamental lakes, jacaranda-lined boulevards and some of the finest architecture. Visitor attractions include the Great Court, the UQ Art Museum at the James and Mary Emelia Mayne Centre, the Eleanor Schonell Bridge, and wildlife in the UQ lakes. It can be reached by CityCat, or bus route 66 from the CBD along Busway.

Cairns
Cairns is touted as the "gateway to the Great Barrier Reef" and other destinations such as Kuranda and the Daintree Rainforest in Far North Queensland. Although the city has little to offer to travellers besides tour agencies, a handful of restaurants, cafes, and backpacker bars, and a long walk along the esplanade looking out at the swampy shoreline. Its 150,000 residents are regularly outnumbered by both domestic and international visitors.
Oddly, Cairns is pronounced Cans, with a stretched-out a sound. The R is silent.
The main industry for the city is tourism, with a focus on the European, Japanese and increasingly Chinese markets. There is a plethora of clubs and coffee shops, all overflowing with international tourists. Cairns is also supported by agricultural businesses which include sugar cane, bananas, coffee, tea and the world's first tropical fruit wine region.
Peak season in Cairns is between June–August, a particularly busy time occurs in the first two weeks of July during the school holidays.
There is no swimming beach to speak of in central Cairns, although there are many choices just north and south of the city. A large outdoor, lagoon-style pool is in the centre of the Cairns City area, which is very popular throughout the year with tourists and locals alike.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Cairns.

Cairns: Botanical Gardens
Daily 7:30AM-5:30PM. The Cairns Botanic Gardens are about 4 km from the city centre, and a number of bus routes pass by the various entrances. The Gardens are divided into 5 distinct zones, including Formal Gardens, Rainforest Boardwalk and Mangroves Boardwalk. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Cairns.

Christchurch: Arts Centre
This area was damaged during the 22 Feb 2011 earthquake. By late 2022 reconstruction work was mostly complete, with two buildings still to be restored. The beauty and historical significance of these building can be appreciated by viewing them from surrounding streets such as Worcester Blvd and Hereford St, or from the internal courtyard. Four art galleries, the Great Hall (and the courtyard outside) and Rutherford's Den (donation requested), an exhibition on physics, are open. If you want to stay, the Observatory Hotel has 33 upmarket rooms. There is also a cinema (Lumière Cinemas) located here showing art-house films. To access spaces not accessible to the public, join the 90 minutes guided walk tour from Wednesday to Sunday (summer hours: 11AM–12:30PM & 1-2:30PM, $30 per adult and $15 per child (12–18 years)). Centre entry free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Christchurch.

Christchurch: Botanic Gardens
Gates open 7AM until one hour before sunset, conservatories 10:15AM–4PM. Information centre open 10:15AM–4PM daily summer, 11AM-3PM winter. 30 hectares of exotic and indigenous plants and trees wrapped in a loop of the picturesque Avon River and linking to the 160-hectare Hagley Park. These put the "Garden" in the "Garden City", and the combined total with Hagley Park makes them the second largest inner city park in the world (after New York's Central Park). A new visitor centre and cafe opened in 2014. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Christchurch.

Christchurch: Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial
Dedicated to those who died or were injured in the 22 February 2011 earthquake. It is beside the Avon River, immediately downstream from Montreal St and upstream from Rhododendron Island in the Avon.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Christchurch.

Christchurch: Canterbury Museum
Includes colonial, Māori and natural history sections, Antarctic exploration display, and visiting exhibitions. Closed until mid-2029 for rebuilding. A small selection of exhibits is on shown in the CoCA gallery at 66 Gloucester Street (daily 9AM-5PM), near the Art Gallery. free.

Christchurch: Cardboard Cathedral
Designed by Japanese architect Shigeru Ban, well known for his use of cardboard elements in buildings. Completed in August 2013 to serve as the transitional Anglican cathedral since ChristChurch Cathedral was damaged in an earthquake in 2011. Unfortunately the original Christchurch Cathedral still has not finished its repair in 2025 so this Transitional Cathedral served and will serve a longer term for Christians in Christchurch. It is built on the site of St Johns church, which was demolished after being severely damaged in the 2011 quake.

Christchurch: ChristChurch Cathedral
The Gothic revival cathedral was consecrated in 1881 as the seat of the Christchurch Anglican diocese. Damaged in the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes, the cathedral sat largely untouched for years due to debate over what should be done with it. Removal of rubble commenced in late 2018 and rebuilding work is expected to take 10 years.

Christchurch: Riccarton Bush
The last remaining forest remnant on the Canterbury plains is in Christchurch city. If your time is limited in NZ, this is a great way to experience an example of the country's native forests. The circular track passes under tall kahikatea trees, and there is a diversity of small trees, shrubs, climbers and ferns. Christchurch's oldest house, Dean's Cottage (built 1843), is adjacent. Five minutes drive from central city and easily accessible by bus.

Christchurch: Site of Canterbury Television building
The site of the CTV building, where 115 people died was planted as a memorial garden in 2018.
The CTV Building was the headquarters of Canterbury Television (locally known as CTV) and other companies. Located on the corner of Cashel and Madras Streets in Christchurch Central City, New Zealand. It became one of the symbols of the February 2011 Christchurch earthquake after 115 people lost their lives when the building collapsed during the disaster;[3] the deaths made up about 60% of the earthquake's total fatalities.
In May 2011 the last remnants of the building, the lift shaft, were demolished.[29] It was announced in July 2013 that the Crown had bought the land for the Eastern Frame, a new park proposed on the east side of the central city. The site was subsequently developed into a garden of remembrance with some elements of the original building foundations still visible.[30]
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CTV_Building.

Christchurch: St Michael and All Angels Church
Services Su 8AM, 10AM, 7PM; M-F 9AM; and for viewing at other times. This wooden Anglican church dating from 1872 suffered only minor quake damage (it was closed for three months). It has an unusual separate bell tower.

Christchurch: Statue of James Cook
Commemorating the 3 journeys of Captain James Cook to New Zealand. The statue was unveiled in 1932 and was moved to its present location in 1989.

Cloncurry
The copper mines of Cloncurry quickly made this town one of the most prosperous in the Outback. Down through the years since the copper lode was discovered in 1867, Cloncurry has hosted a plethora of other historic occasions. It was here where the idea for Qantas was first mooted. 'Conceived in Cloncurry, born in Winton and grew up in Longreach' goes a local saying. The original hangar still stands at the local aerodrome. The Royal Flying Doctor Service was also launched in Cloncurry. Visit John Flynn Place to get an insight into the story of this iconic outback service. The town is nicknamed "The Friendly Heart of the Great North West".
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Cloncurry.

Darwin: Aviation Museum
The Aviation Heritage Centre has an impressive collection of aircraft and displays depicting the Territory’s involvement in aviation from the early pioneers to the jet age. The prize exhibit is a B-52 bomber on permanent loan from the United States Air Force, one of only two on public display outside the US. The centre is 8 km from Darwin city and is on the site of fierce air combat that took place overhead during World War II.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Darwin.

Darwin: Bicentennial Park
This scenic stretch of parkland along The Esplanade overlooks Darwin Harbour. It’s a great place to kick a footy, soak up some rays or have a picnic while watching the sun set.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Darwin.

Darwin: Casuarina Coastal Reserve
The Reserve encompasses 1500 hectares, including 8 km (5 mi) of sandy beaches bordered by dramatic cliffs. Stretch your legs on one of the walking paths or grab a table and settle in for a barbecue under a shady casuarina tree.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Darwin.

Darwin: Darwin Wharf Precinct
At 9:58AM on 19 February 1942, the wharf was a target for Japanese bombs, which claimed the lives of many service personnel and waterside workers. Many of the historical landmarks remain and can be explored today.

Darwin: Fannie Bay Gaol
10:30AM-4PM. Fannie Bay Gaol operated as Darwin’s major prison for almost 100 years from 1883. Two maximum security wings were added during the 1950s and the gallows were used for executions until 1952. The building’s grim and oppressive history can be felt as you walk through. free.

Darwin: George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
7AM-7PM. A stone’s throw from the city centre are 42 hectares of gardens that showcase local flora and that of other tropical habitats around the world. Explore monsoon forests, coastal foredunes and open woodlands on a stroll through the botanic gardens. Free.

Darwin: Lake Alexander
An ideal spot for swimming all year round, Lake Alexander is popular for picnics and barbecues. Spend the day by the water, have a game of volleyball and tire the kids out on the playground.

Darwin: Northern Territory Parliament House
Northern Territory Parliament House is Australia’s newest. Opened in 1994, it was built on the site of the old Darwin Post and Telegraphic Office, which included the Post Office, the telegraph office, the telephone exchange, cable company offices, stores, staff residences and staff messes. Public tours are conducted regularly at no charge, although booking is essential. free entry.
For more see: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parliament_House,_Darwin

Devils Marbles Conservation Reserve
Devils Marbles (also known by the Aboriginal name Karlu Karlu) is a reserve protecting a natural landmark in the Barkly Tableland region of the Northern Territory, located just off the Stuart Highway. With an area of 18.02 km² and established in 1961, it is located just 100km south of Tennant Creek.
Devils Marbles are large granitic boulders precariously balanced on top of one another, which glow fiery red as sunset hits. They make for a nice stopover on the long Stuart Highway, and are culturally significant to the traditional Aboriginal owners, the Warumungu, who believe that these are the eggs of the Rainbow Serpent – a creature of a Dreamtime story.
The Devils Marbles are large granitic boulders that form the exposed top layer of an extensive and mostly underground granite formation. The natural processes of weathering and erosion have created the various shapes of the boulders. Some of the boulders are naturally but precariously balanced atop one another or on larger rock formations, while others have been split cleanly down the middle by natural forces. The boulders are situated in a wide and shallow desert valley, and are found in scattered groups mainly in the western side of the reserve.
Camping is permitted (fees apply), offering a great way to enjoy this ancient landscape, since one of the best times to explore or photograph these unique formations is at sunrise and at sunset.
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Ebor Falls
This tiered or multi-step waterfall is the leading tourist attraction of the area. There are multiple lookout points from which to see the magnificent falls. At the main carpark there are picnic tables, wood barbecues (firewood supplied), toilets. No pets. No smoking. Free entry.
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Edogawa Commemorative Garden
Daily 9:30AM-4PM. A gift from Gosford's sister city Edogawa, the Japanese garden is a popular spot for people to relax and find their zen. Children will have fun playing with the ducks and koi in the ponds. You are allowed to feed the koi with food purchased from the shop inside. Entry to the garden is free. Bags of fish food to feed the koi are $1 each.
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Fanz Josef Glacier
Franz Josef is a village and glacial area at the foot of the western slopes of Mount Cook, in the middle of the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand.
The recent spectacular ice retreat at the Franz Josef Glacier has surprised even the experts and shocked local businesspeople who thought the impressive ice river would be a reliable source of income for years to come.
The 11-km-long Franz Josef Glacier is one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural attractions, a remnant from the Ice Age which is one of South Westland's major drawcards for visitors.
The Glacier area (which also includes Fox Glacier) attracts up to 550,000 tourists every year - most of them taking the opportunity to view the glacier close up by taking a walking tour or getting the big picture from the sky by helicopter.
The flow rate is about 10 times that of typical glaciers. From a long term perspective, the glacier has retreated since the last ice age, and it is believed that it reached the sea some 10,000 to 15,000 years ago. The glacier ends about 17 km from the Tasman Sea and the West Coast of the South Island.
Being a slow-moving frozen river, the stunning glacial landscape changes daily, and all safety warnings should be taken seriously.
Visit the glacier by foot, independently or with a guided tour. Do not pass the warning barriers at the glacier. Or take a helicopter flight. A free option to see the base of the glacier and valley with the melted glacial river flowing down it is the Fanz Josef Glavier Walk. Track closes during heavy rain. Free.
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Fox Glacier: Gillespies Beach
An 11-km drive down a twisting unsealed road through a rimu rainforest leads to a camping area. From here, walk a bit more and you'll find yourself on a black sand/quartz pebble beach on the Tasman Sea. Near the beach entrance is the rusted and overgrown historic gold dredge, remnants of an old mining settlement. Several kilometres up the beach you can visit a seal colony on Galway Beach, which is a three-hour round-trip walk. Be warned, the number of sandflies here is ridiculously high at the beach, so don't forget to bring insect repellant!ring heavy rain. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Fox_Glacier.

Fox Glacier: Hike to Fox Glacier
A walk to see Fox Glacier is a rather ethereal experience, as it passes through a valley carved by the moving ice. There are several signposts that signal when and where the terminal face of the glacier used to be.
It's roughly a 1- to 2-hour round-trip trek to the glacier. The track can be cumbersome in places, requiring balance to scramble down slick rocks and across small streams, but still easy enough for inexperienced trampers. Unlike Franz Josef, the glacier will not be in sight for some parts of the walk, but you can get much closer to it. Do not proceed past the barriers at the terminal face of the glacier, as the area is extremely dangerous. Two tourists were killed by falling ice after they crossed the barriers in 2009. If you want to step onto the ice, take a guided walk. As of Apr 2019, the Fox Glacier access road (north road of Fox River) is closed due to landslide. Glacier View Road (south road of Fox River) is also closed to vehicles but you can walk on the road. Free.
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Grafton
One of Australia's most beautiful provincial cities, Grafton is renowned for its jacaranda trees, graceful old buildings, sporting and cultural facilities, and its location on the banks of the Clarence River.
Lying on two sides of the Clarence River, the town is connected by a single, unique bridge. Completed in 1932, the bridge is a dual-level railway (bottom) and road (top) bridge plus a centre bascule section (essentially a drawbridge).
Grafton has some very beautiful parks and streets lined with amazing trees and native gardens. The best time of year to visit is late November or early October when the jacaranda trees are in full flower.
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Great North Road
It was built by convicts through rough terrain. Today it's one of eleven sites making up the UNESCO World Heritage listing "Australian Convict Sites".
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The Great North Road is a historic road that was built to link early Sydney, in the Colony of New South Wales, now Australia, with the fertile Hunter Valley to the north. Built by convicts between 1825 and 1836, it traverses over 260 kilometres (162 mi) of the rugged terrain that hindered early agricultural expansion.
The Great North Road survives to this day, but different parts are preserved in very different ways. Much of it is under bitumen and concrete, either as suburban streets or rural backroads, while some is preserved in national parks and protected from vehicular traffic.

Greymouth: Cobden Aromahana Lagoon Walk
Always open. Enjoy views of the Cobden Lagoon and the wide range of waterbirds that can be seen there. You may be fortunate enough to spot the rare kōtuku/white heron. On a clear day there are beautiful views of the Southern Alps, and closer at hand the Twelve Apostles range. The track is a flat gravelled surface of about 20 min, with a 100-m walk along the road edge of the lagoon back to the parking area. There is also foot access to the beach from the track, and seats and a picnic table along the way to rest at. Free.
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Greymouth: Flood Wall
A lovely flat walk along the flood wall beside the Grey River. There are beautiful views of the river and the Twelve Apostles range, as well as some of the commercial and industrial areas of the town. Follow the trail further to see the historic and modern port areas, then the harbour where there are often fishing boats docked. Continue to the Southern Breakwater, historic gun emplacement, and then the beach. There are several memorial parks and historical landmarks along the way, like Cobden Rail Bridge Heritage Park, Miners Memorial Park, Coal River Heritage Park. Also, along the way there are boards introducing the town history. This trail is for walking and cycling. The whole trail can be accessed at various points. Free.
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Greymouth: Kowhai Bush Walk
A 10-min loop walk of approximately 700 metres through a small remnant area of kowhai forest and over boardwalks through estuarine vegetation. There is a wide range of aquatic birdlife to be seen on the tidal lagoon (Blaketown Lagoon), and other native & introduced species in the forest for those with patience to spot them. During the day you may be lucky and spot a kōtuku/white heron and at dusk you may see or hear a ruru/morepork. The track is flat across a rough gravelled surface and wooden boardwalks.
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Greymouth: Point Elizabeth Trail
This bush track connecting Rapahoe, just north of Greymouth, to a northerly "suburb" of Greymouth, on the north side of the river, was an old water race built by 19th-century miners. This coastal walk has forest and cliff top views. If you can be dropped off at one end and picked up at the other end, then this easy hike will take about 1 hr 45 min. Mountain biking is only permitted at night time from April 1 to September 30.

Greymouth: Shantytown Heritage Park
9AM–4PM. A replica gold mining town complete with sawmill, gold sluice and gold panning. A steam train runs several trips each day. (10:45AM, 11:45AM, 1:15PM, 2:15PM, 3:15PM). The track follows an original bush tram-line. You can also take a close look at the working steam engine of the train at the end of the line. Shantytown also operates New Zealand's only steam school in association with Tai Poutini Polytech. You can see restored buildings like jail, Bank of New Zealand, fire station, hospital, school, Chinatown etc., while the gem & mineral hall, church, and coronation hall are original buildings. The restored post office accepts letters and postcards, bearing the special Shantytown postmark. There is a 10 minutes show running 4 times an hour in The Princess Holographic Theater. Old style portraits in provided vintage costume can be booked at the entry building with extra charge. Photos will be taken in Golden Nugget Saloon instead of Photographers Shop, and with a digital camera instead of an analog big frame camera. And you can have some drink or food at King Dick’s Cafe, or use its toilet. Beside cars, another option to go to Shantytown from Greymouth is via cycling, which is a section of the West Coast Wilderness Trail. Adult $39 (10% off if booked at visitor centre), $8 extra for gold panning.

Greymouth: Southern Breakwater
(reachable via car, bicycle, or foot). A great viewing platform to watch the waves crashing and shorebirds. Also a good spot to view the sunset over West Coast. A toilet is nearby at Blaketown Tip Head Campervan Park. The view here is similar to Northern Breakwater in the Cobden Aromahana Lagoon Walk, so if you have a tight schedule you may visit one of these Breakwaters and skip the other.

Hawera: Water Tower
M-F 8:30AM-4:30PM; Sa, Su 10AM-2:30PM. One of Taranaki’s best-known heritage landmarks. Climb the 215 steps up the tower for marvelous views of the Taranaki countryside. The tower was completed in 1914, following a major fire in the town centre in 1912. The tower was restored in 2004, and the tower lights were changed to colour changing LEDs in 2020. Adults $2.50, Children $1.00.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Hawera.

Hokitika: Hokitika Beach Sign
The famous driftwood sign.
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Hokitika: Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve
Beautiful lakes that offers opportunity for a number of water sports, several picnic spots, a camping area, and numerous short walks.
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Hokitika: Lake Mahinapua
A good place for camping, picnicking, walking and water based activities.
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Katherine: Katherine Gorge
It's in Nitmiluk National Park about 30 minutes northeast of the town. There are many ways to experience the spectacular Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) and its world-renowned gorge system - you can walk, swim, canoe, boat or fly. Walks over the sandstone plateau range from an hour to 5 days and offer spectacular views of the Gorge, as well as other landscapes. Some, like the 58-km Jatbula Trail, take in most of Nitmiluk's landscapes - monsoon rainforest, stone country, upland swamp, woodland and river – while the shorter walks may not be quite so varied, but are always spectacular. You can hire canoes at the Gorge, or bring your own. Commercially operated 2-, 3½- and 4-hour cruises are available, as are helicopter flights. Rivers rising during December to April can restrict all activities but there is always something to do. Swimming and canoeing are generally only activities for May to November. The cruises available vary between the 2 varying seasons. Free entry.
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Katherine: Leliyn/Edith Falls
Leliyn/Edith Falls is on the western side of Nitmiluk National Park You can enjoy swimming in the paperbark and pandanus fringed natural pool at the base of the falls most of the year, although it may be closed to swimming at times during November and April. The lush, grassy campsites in this scenic bush setting make Leliyn/Edith Falls an idyllic spot for camping. The area is also great for bushwalking. The 2.6-km Leliyn Trail is a steep, rocky loop, offering a challenging walk. There is a chance for a refreshing swim in the upper pool of Leliyn/Edith Falls half way around the trail. You can also enjoy the longer 8.6km return walk to Sweetwater Pool, a tranquil swimming hole. Leliyn/Edith Falls is the finishing point of the 58-km Jatbula Trail walking track, which begins at Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) headquarters.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Katherine.

Kingaroy: Heritage Museum
Kingaroy is an agricultural town in the south Central Queensland.
Dubbed "The Peanut Capital of Australia", Kingaroy has much to display about these popular legumes. Dominating the skyline of Haly Street are enormous Peanut Silos and serve as the main attraction. The rich red soil of the land is amazing to see after recent rains, when it contrasts the green of the new growth. The lookout at Mt Wooroolin provides a panoramic view of the town and is only 4km from the CBD.
Local history museum specialising on Kingaroy's peanut industry and industrialisation - including exhibits of agricultural machinery showing the ingenuity and inventiveness of the local farmers and tradespeople.
Being the "Peanut Capital of Australia" it's pretty obvious what to dine upon. Mobile Peanut Vans scout the area and offer a wide variety of peanuts including the usual shelled, unshelled, and smoked varieties as well as more exotic flavours such as sugared and Mexican.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Kingaroy.

Lake Tekapo
Surrounded by mountains and far from the glare of city lights, Lake Tekapo's cloud-free skies make it the best place in the Southern Hemisphere to see the night sky. Local light-pollution laws require all exterior night-time lighting to shine down onto the ground, rather than into the sky. Status as a World Heritage Site is being sought for the area as the world's first starlight preservation area.
There's excellent and relatively easy hiking around Lake Tekapo.
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Lake Tekapo: Church of the Good Shepherd
The church is on the lakeshore and has an amazing view straight up the lake (almost picture-perfect behind the church). It is open during the day. Nearby is a bronze statue of a collie dog, in honour of the sheepdogs on which sheep farmers depend. Depending on the season, lupins can also be found here which is the main draw.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Lake_Tekapo.

Lamington National Park
Lamington National Park is a national park in the Scenic Rim of South East Queensland and is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia UNESCO World Heritage Site, the largest extent of subtropical rainforests in the world. The park is home to over five hundred waterfalls, yet it's only an hour and a half from Brisbane and even closer to the Gold Coast. Known for its natural environment, rainforests, birdlife, ancient trees, waterfalls, 150 km of walking tracks and mountain views, it is sometimes colloquially referred to as "Queensland’s National Park". The park was one of the Q150 icons, in marking 150 years from being separate from New South Wales.
Fees and permits are required for bush camping, but there is no entry fee. See the Queensland Parks website for details:
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Lamington_National_Park.

Longreach
Longreach is a visitor-friendly town in Central Outback Queensland. Longreach is a popular outback destination for many travelers, particularly those doing road trips around Australia. The town has focused on the visitor experience and despite its isolation has a number of attractions and experiences to engage visitors.
This small town of 3,000 people (2016) is named after the 'long reach' of the Thomson River upon which it sits. Unlike many other rivers in Outback Queensland this part of the Thomson River tends to retain water year round and doesn't often go dry. The town has a strong connection with Qantas and its airport was one of the first bases of the then 'Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Service' which later became the national carrier Qantas. The nearest large settlement is 687 kilometres away in Rockhampton.
Given the Outback setting the climate is particularly harsh in summer with the daily temperature often in excess of 40°C / 100°F. Visitor season runs in the cooler months from April to October, with Easter often marking the beginning of each season. During off-season the number of experiences available for visitors is reduced with tour offerings and dinner experiences in particular less available.
Along with many other areas of Queensland, Longreach is in the midst of a long standing drought resulting in difficult times for the town and surrounding areas. Tourism is a key contributor to the towns economy while the drought continues.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Longreach.

Longreach: Qantas Founders' Museum
Not affiliated with Qantas but celebrates their early years in the town that they started from. A range of history and static exhibits. Offers expensive but interesting tours of an ex-Qantas 707 and 747-200 including wing walks and access to the under carriage. A worthy pilgrimage site for air enthusiasts. $21+.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Longreach.
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Manawatu: Te Manawa
Daily 10AM-5PM including weekends and public holidays (except Christmas Day). Combines a museum, art gallery and interactive science center, to create a fusion of life, art and mind. Free admission to Life and Art galleries. Mind galleries: $6 adult, $4 child, $15 family.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Palmerston_North.

Manawatu: Vinegar Hill Campground
Vinegar Hill is a camping area located on the Rangitikei River near Hunterville in Manawatu, North Island, New Zealand. The hill itself is located on the west bank of the river in the Rangitikei District, whereas the camping ground is on the east bank in Manawatu District. It is notable for hosting a large gay and lesbian summer camp, with a large New Year's Eve celebration.
The campground is maintained by the Manawatu District Council and has two toilet/shower blocks, which operate cold water only. There are no electric outlets.
The camping ground is nestled between the Rangitikei River and bush areas. The river is safe for swimming but has a strong current in places, it is also ideal for rafting.
The annual "kamp camp" runs from about Christmas until the first few days in january, and swells to over 1,000 people on New Year's Eve. The New Year's Eve party features a live DJ, lights, a stage show - featuring live performances and drag shows, as well as a camping ground awards ceremony. The preceding nights usually also feature entertainment. A "queen" is elected who runs the next year's camp - including the entertainment and liaising with local businesses. The camp fees operate on an honesty box system of $5 per person per night, which contributes to the entertainment and up keep of the camp.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Vinegar_Hill.

Marlborough Sounds
The Marlborough Sounds are a series of drowned valleys at the northern end of the Marlborough region of the north-eastern tip of New Zealand's South Island.
The Sounds are a visual feast of the interplay between the land, sea, nature and light and are divided into two main waterways, the Pelorus Sound, with Havelock at its base, and Queen Charlotte Sound, whose main town is Picton. Queen Charlotte Sound is generally seen as the more picturesque, with the Pelorus more remote. The inner Sounds (especially Queen Charlotte Sound) has reasonably extensive residential development. The Pelorus still has areas of untouched native forest, most of which is accessible only by boat.
See Dolphins, sea birds, forest from the ridgeline to the sea.
There are a large number of Department of Conservation campsites throughout the Sounds, some only accessible by boat or kayak. Some are serviced; others are just a place to pitch a tent with a toilet and running water.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Marlborough_Sounds.

Matamata: Hobbiton Movie Set Tours
Daily from 8:30AM; last tour time varies seasonally. Tour the film set used for the Shire in the Lord of the Rings film trilogy and The Hobbit film series. Pick-up from Matamata i-Site at no extra charge. Adult $79, 9–16 years $39.50, under 9 years free with paying adult. Pick-up from Rotorua for extra $35.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Matamata.

Mount Aspiring National Park: Blue Pools
One of South Island's most serene natural pools is perhaps the park's main draw – apart from being a good photo spot for the 'gram, it's also surprisingly accessible and is 3 km return (takes approximately 1 hour). Note: until summer 2023/24, the bridge will be replaced and the pools will not be accessible. The rest of the track is still however open (but you can't view the pools).
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Mount_Aspiring_National_Park.

Mount Aspiring National Park: Fantail Falls
Small but impressive waterfall that's a 200-metre walk from the carpark via a good boardwalk. If you want to get even closer to the waterfall, you can also cross the stream (it's very shallow, no deeper than knee-length at worst) to get better views of the waterfall.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Mount_Aspiring_National_Park.

Mount Aspiring National Park: Gates of Haast
Although the Gates of Haast specifically refers to a gorge at the southern crossing where SH6 crosses the Haast River, it's known for its bridge put together with its idyllic background (no parking available).
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Mount_Aspiring_National_Park.

Mount Aspiring National Park: Haast Pass Lookout
Haast Highway, lookout accessible via Haast Pass Lookout Track (coloured ). Officially marking the border between Otago and the West Coast, the views from the top of the pass are well worth the 100-metre climb over 800 metres (one way) with more than impressive forests along the way. Be warned the track is very steep and isn't for the faint-hearted.
For more see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haast_Pass.

Mount Aspiring National Park: Thunder Creek Falls
A 28-metre-high waterfall over beech forest – while on paper that might not sound like much, it is a spectacular sight while you're actually there. It's accessible via a 200-metre return track. ; no toilets for 5 km.

Mount Barney National Park
Mount Barney National Park is a national park in Queensland (Australia), 90 km southwest of Brisbane. It amalgamated the adjacent Mount Lindesay National Park in 1980. It is part of the Scenic Rim Important Bird Area, identified as such by BirdLife International because of its importance in the conservation of several species of threatened birds.
Bush camping is allowed at Mount May and Mount Barney. Restrictions apply during peak holiday times.
The park has extremely varied vegetation with open forests around the foothills of the peaks, subtropical rainforest above 600m, montane heath shrublands towards the summit of the peaks, cool temperate rainforest on the summit of Mount Ballow, and mallee eucalypt shrublands on Mount Maroon. Many rare and unusual plant species grow in the park including the endangered Maroon wattle, and the rare mallee eucalypt Eucalyptus codonocarpa, Mount Barney bush pea and Hillgrove spotted gum.
Visitors to the park may notice the abundant birdlife due to their bird songs. A few playful platypus live in the park. The rainforest on Mount Barney provides critical habitat for the plumiferus subspecies of the marbled frogmouth. This bird is listed as vulnerable.[4]
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Barney_National_Park.

Mount Isa City
Mount Isa is a mining city in the north-west of the Australian state of Queensland, situated some 900 km west of Townsville and some 1900 km north-west of the capital Brisbane. Population 22,000. Geology is the key drawcard to Mount Isa, best represented in the World Heritage Riversleigh Fossil Field located near the city (250 km! - "near" for Queensland....).
The Mount Isa Rotary Rodeo is the biggest and richest event Rodeo Event in the Southern Hemisphere. During Rodeo Week, Mount Isa's population swells almost three-fold with travelers coming from all over Australia and overseas to witness the thrills, the excitement, the raw power and courage that is rodeo. It's where city meets country, east meets west, man meets beast. With a packed program of rodeo events - saddle bronc riding, bareback bronc riding, bull riding, rope & tie, steer wrestling and team roping, wild horse racing, ladies barrel racing and ladies breakaway roping. Every year it all seems to get bigger better and more fun!
Riversleigh Fossils Centre. Conveniently displaying the results of excavation at the Riversleigh World Heritage site.
Outback at Isa. 8:30AM-5PM. Large complex including museum exhibits, the Hard Times Mine, the Riversleigh Fossil Centre, and tours.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Mount_Isa. For more see there.
City Lookout. -20.723605, 139.498363. ill offering views of the mine towering over Mount Isa like the tower of Mordor.

Nelson: Broadgreen House
Daily: Oct-May 10:30AM–4:30PM; Apr-Sep 11AM–3PM. The house is an excellent example of early colonial cob construction. It was built in 1855 for a family with six daughters.The house has various 18th and 19th century furniture and fittings, including a quilt made in Ireland in 1776. Next the house, the Samuels Rose Garden has 3,000 plants. $7.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Nelson_(New_Zealand).

Nelson: Elliott Street heritage precinct
To quote the most relevant website: "Elliott Street in Nelson is one of the earliest, and most complete examples, of state housing in New Zealand. The special heritage area includes homes that date from the 1860s through to the 1940s, spread over thirty four properties on Trafalgar, Elliott and Collingwood Streets. Within the precinct are well-preserved houses showing a progression of architectural design. Twenty three original houses of the 20 four-lot, Winearls Settlement for Workers Homes, still remain, and thirty one houses are listed heritage buildings."
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Nelson_(New_Zealand).

Nelson: Melrose House
Summer: daily 9AM-5PM; winter: W-Su 9AM-5PM. Highly polished, native rimu floors, high ceilings and crystal chandeliers, this grand old Victorian lady hosts a cafe and is owned by Nelson City Council so you can rubber neck its classic features such as deeply moulded sash windows and fire surrounds as well as ornate balustrading on the timber staircase to your heart's content without paying an admission fee. A self-tour garden map details the extensive sheltered, private gardens surrounding the house, including its historic specimen trees. There's a great view past the Cathedral's tower to Tasman Bay if you're having a picnic on its sloping lawns.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Nelson_(New_Zealand).

Nelson: Miyazu Japanese Garden
Inspired by Nelson's sister city Miyazu in Japan, is a traditional Japanese stroll garden creating a tranquil environment. Look out for the cherry blossoms in spring.

Nelson: Nelson Saturday Market
Sa 8AM-1PM. Stalls overflow with local products - fresh organic vegetables, fruit and flowers, locally farmed organic salmon, goat cheeses and many kinds of crafts including silk painting, jewellery, pottery, weaving and wood turning. The variety of sculptures, artisan furniture, bone carvings, pottery and forged blades are a testimony to the concentration of artists and craftsmen that live in Nelson and come to chat and sell their wares. There are food stalls and many Nelsonians meet for a late leisurely breakfast at one of the many coffee stalls. Not to be missed, but don't sleep in too late as the market is usually over by 2PM.

Nelson: The Centre of New Zealand
A short walk up a hill close to the city centre and reachable from the Botanic Garden (where the first game of Rugby was played in New Zealand). Good view from the top and an interesting walk through exotic and native vegetation to get to the Trigonometrical Point and Marker at the top.

Newcastle: ANZAC Walk
A short bridge connecting Strzelecki lookout with Bar Beach along the ridgeline, honouring the ANZACs who fought in World War I. free.

Newcastle: Blackbutt Reserve
A 182-ha reserve in suburban Newcastle. A natural bushland area which is full of native animals, picnic areas, wildlife exhibits, bushwalking trails, and children's playgrounds. Don't miss the flying fox colony on the Rainforest trail. Main entrance is off Carnley Avenue, Kotara. Other entrances - Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights (on bus route) & Richley Reserve off Freyburg Street, New Lambton. On foot from Kotara train station, enter by the small trailhead opposite Grinsell Ave. on Carnley Ave., and stay to the right in the trail system to reach the info booth and animal displays at the Carnley Avenue entrance.

Newcastle: Christ Church Cathedral
The Cathedral Church of Christ the King, also called Christ Church Cathedral, is an Anglican cathedral in Newcastle, New South Wales. It is the cathedral church of the Diocese of Newcastle in the Anglican Church of Australia. The building, designed by John Horbury Hunt in the Gothic Revival style, is located on a hill at the city's eastern end in the suburb called The Hill. It was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 28 June 2011.
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Newcastle: Fernleigh Track
A 15.5-km long cycling, walking and running trail that starts in the Newcastle suburb of Adamstown and ends in the Lake Macquarie suburb of Belmont. It follows the remains of a railway line that used to run from Adamstown to Belmont down the coast.

Newcastle: Fort Scratchley
W-M 10AM-4PM. A historic site which now houses a military museum. The fort defended Newcastle in 1942 when a Japanese submarine surfaced shelling the city. Fort Scratchley has been refurbished and is open to the public, great views to the north and over the city are a highlight as is the history. Just east of the fort is Newcastle ocean baths a great place to swim and meet some local characters.
For more see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Scratchley.

Newcastle: Hunter Wetlands Centre
9AM-5PM. A regenerated 45-hectare wetlands area adjacent to Hexham Swamp. There are walking trails, a bicycle trail, a canoe trail, picnic and barbecue facilities, and a visitors' centre.

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie
Lake Macquarie is a satellite city of Newcastle with the largest permanent saltwater lake in the Southern Hemisphere. It is a contemporary coastal city and natural adventure playground.
The City of Lake Macquarie is often considered part of its immediate neighbour, Newcastle, but is in fact a separate city with a much larger area and a population of 214,000 (2021). It has a number of suburbs including:
Belmont is largely centred around the lake foreshore and the Pacific Highway. The southern suburbs (Belmont South, Marks Point) are rather flat and only a few metres above sea level. The northern suburbs (Belmont North, Floraville, Jewels) are very hilly and are a challenging bicycle ride.
Charlestown is the self-proclaimed CBD of Lake Macquarie with the region's largest shopping centre, Charlestown Square.
Morisset is a small suburb. A few thousand people turn up each week to see the wild kangaroos from the grounds of a local hospital – but these are wild animals and, if disturbed, may inflict injury by scratching or kicking with their large hind legs. Look and see, but do not feed or disturb the wildlife.
Swansea is located on a peninsula. It has two waterfronts: one on Lake Macquarie and one on the Pacific Ocean, with a population of around 5,000.
Warners Bay is at the north eastern end of Lake Macquarie and is home to a sizeable population and many decent cafes on The Esplanade.
Toronto is the main centre of the western side of the lake.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Lake_Macquarie.
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Newcastle: Nobbys Head
Nobbys Island is connected to the mainland by a pier built using convict labour (completed in 1846). The pier is accessible to pedestrians, and is flanked by Nobbys Beach. It provides an excellent vantage point to take in views of the harbour and Stockton Beach across the water.
For more see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nobbys_Head.

Newcastle: The Foreshore
Large grassed open spaces on the old goods marshalling yards at the eastern end with playground equipment for children. Bars, cafes and restaurants overlooking the harbour starting from Queens Wharf where live music can be listened to on the outdoor area over the water (Hunter River)but very little grassed areas.

Oamarama: The Wrinkly Rams
Daily, times vary (phone to check). An informative show about New Zealand's high country sheep shearing, with a live sheep shorn on stage. Shows last 30–45 min, which includes a 10-min movie 'Micron Magic'. Also a demonstration of an eye dog, a sheepdog herding sheep by its stare. A must-see in Omarama. Don't forget your camera. Has a cafe, winebar, and a gift shop whose stock includes clothing made from ultra-fine merino wool and delicious honey. Adult $25, child 5–15 $12.50, family of four $60.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Omarama.

Ohakune Mountain Road
This 17 km road offers an exhilarating downhill ride with a descent of about 1000 meters and you can enjoy wonderful landscape views of Mount Ruapehu. It is a quite country road and most sections have around 1m–1.5m wide shoulders. You just need some experience with traffic and remember to keep left if you normally drive at the right side of the road in your country. You can catch a shuttle to the Turoa Skifield to start your riding and it will normally finish in 1 hours. If you choose to ride from Ohakune and return back from the top, then it will take about 3 hours and climbing 1000 meters does require some fitness. If that is beyond your fitness level, you can choose to walk in some parts of the route (which requires more time) or use an e-bike. There are also some forest & waterfall walks on the route.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Ohakune.

Ohakune: The World's Largest Carrot
A 7.5-m-tall model carrot, originally used in an advert for a bank, then donated to Ohakune in 1984.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Ohakune.

Omarama: Clay Cliffs
$5 per vehicle. 15-min drive through a natural heritage protected site looking at natural erosion that has occurred due to the Ostler fault.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Omarama.

Pelicans of The Entrance
The town named itself 'The Pelican Capital of Australia' in 1999, with a specially constructed platform with daily feeds.

Pelorus Bridge
Pelorus Bridge is a locality centred on the bridge over the Pelorus River between Havelock and Rai Valley on SH 6, the main road between Blenheim and Nelson, in New Zealand. The native forest around the bridge is conserved as the Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve. The bridge has played an important part in the area's history, but today the focus (especially for visitors) is the area's scenery.
The Pelorus valley was the site of a massacre of the Ngati Kuia and Ngati Apa tribes by the Māori chief Te Rauparaha, who came from the North Island coast, west of Wellington. The first Europeans to arrive in 1843 found a few remaining Māori people producing flax for Te Rauparaha.
The original route to Nelson went through the site of this reserve and over the Maungatapu Saddle. Later, the path that SH6 follows today was discovered, and a bridge was built across the Pelorus River around 1860. The Pelorus Bridge location was set aside for a future township, but in the early 1900s this was changed to try to preserve the area's natural beauty. The present bridge was built in the 1950s.
Pelorus Bridge has some well-marked nature rambles through some magnificent old-growth native forest. This sort of podocarp hardwood forest used to be found at low altitude throughout New Zealand, except in the drier eastern parts of the South Island. In their undisturbed state these lowland forests are luxuriant and often present a distinctly tropical character, with their dense undergrowth of shrubs, ferns, tree-ferns, lianas and epiphytes. Hardwood species such as tawa and kamahi form the canopy, while the tall podocarps soar high above it. The presence and distribution of the various species of podocarp trees depends on a variety of factors including local conditions of soil and climate and past volcanic activity. These trees, especially rimu, totara and kahikatea, can live to be very old and reach huge dimensions. Broadleaf forest occupies the moist and fertile river flats here, with black and hard beech more common on the steeper slopes above the Pelorus River gorge.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Pelorus_Bridge.

Pine Creek: Umbrawarra Gorge
This gorge is located 22km south west of Pine Creek, further along from Lake Copperfield. It features swimming holes with sandy beaches sheltered by the steep red gorge walls. The first group of deep swimming pools is about 15 minute walk from the car park. Magnificent cliff-top views and secluded waterholes will reward the adventurous, with the local bushland abounding with wildlife. Camping and toilet facilities are available, road access during the wet season may be restricted.
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Umbrawarra_Gorge_Nature_Park.

Punakaiki: Pancake Rocks and Blow Holes Walk
The Pancake Rocks are picturesque limestone formations that look curiously like stony stacks of pancakes after being pounded by the Tasman Sea for tens of thousands of years. The blow holes funnel blasts water up to 15 m (50 ft) into the air as the waves crash into the caverns below the rocks. The best spouts are caught at high tides with westerly waves (usually signposted at the information centre) but a leisurely 20 min walk around the boardwalks is still great even without timing your visit. Much of the walk is wheelchair-accessible.
Nearby: Punakaiki Cavern. always open. Small cave which can be explored - bring a torch. free. -42.1125, 171.3326.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Punakaiki.
See also https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Paparoa_National_Park.

Somersby Falls
Seeing the waterfalls in their full glory involves a picturesque walk down into the valley. There are three tiers of falls (top, middle and bottom) though the topmost is not very substantial. The path to the middle falls is safe with the stairs having railing all the way down. The descent to the bottom tier however, requires you to descend on shaky, rocky slabs which are often slippery and not always stable. It may be risky for the elderly or others with health and fitness concern to tread on these rocks. In any case, make sure to wear shoes with good grip. Once there, it’s only a 300 m walk to the bottom. Looking at the falls and using the accompanying picnic area are both free. Parking right next to the falls costs $8. Parking further out on the road is free though you'll have to walk bit more.

Sydney: ANZAC Memorial
Daily 9AM–5PM except Good Friday & Christmas Day. A large war memorial in the middle of the city, built after World War I. It is a focus of military memorial events in New South Wales and includes a museum which covers the experiences of NSW citizens who have served in the Australian military. Free of charge.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/City_Centre.

Sydney: Chinatown
Dixon St and surrounds. Starts in front of the markets on Hay St and runs just over two blocks to Goulburn St in the north. Dixon St is a malled pedestrian area and closed to traffic. It is decorated in traditional Chinese style and is home to many shops and restaurants. Be sure to explore the surrounding streets for the full experience of Chinatown.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/City_South.

Sydney: Circular Quay
The hub of the Sydney Harbour between the bridge and Opera House and is a vibrant, bustling place home to many buskers, the ferry terminal, overseas passenger terminal, as well as the Museum of Contemporary Art. It is one of the main areas of the annual Vivid festival.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/City_Centre.

Sydney: Crown Sydney Sky Deck
M-Fr 8 AM (reservations required). Sydney's tallest building, the Crown Casino, offers free guided tours of its 83rd-floor observation deck perched 250 meters above the harbour, with great views towards the Opera House. The catch is that there's exactly one tour at 8 AM on weekdays only, with capacity for just 10 people. Tickets for the following week are released every Monday and are usually snapped up in minutes. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/Darling_Harbour.

Sydney: Dalrymple-Hay Nature Reserve
Open from sunrise to sunset except when it is sometimes closed due to weather issues or risk of fire. A must-see for birdwatchers, conservationists and people with a passion in Australian botany. The nature reserve contains some of the last remaining blue gum forests which once ruled over much of Sydney. Rainbow lorikeets, king parrots and silvereyes are a sample of the birds you will find here.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/Upper_North_Shore.

Sydney: Darling Harbour (Harbourside) Fireworks
Harbourside Fireworks are on from 8:30PM every Saturday on Cockle Bay Harbour. They last for only 15 minutes but are fun to watch especially if you have kids. A good trick is to get a balcony seat around some of the restaurants and you can see the fireworks whilst having dinner or drinks.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/Darling_Harbour.

Sydney: Government House
F-Su 10:30AM-3PM. A stately home in the Botanic Gardens. The official residence of the Governor of New South Wales (the state's representative for the British Monarch). Open to the public Fridays & weekends. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/City_Centre.
Government House is the heritage-listed vice-regal residence of the governor of New South Wales. It is located on Conservatorium Road in the Sydney central business district, adjacent to the Royal Botanic Garden, and is situated south of the Sydney Opera House, overlooking Sydney Harbour. Constructed between 1837 and 1843, the property has been the primary vice-regal residence of the Governor since Sir George Gipps, except for two brief periods; the first between 1901 and 1914, when the property was leased to the Commonwealth of Australia as the residence of the Governor-General of Australia,[4] and the second from 1996 to 2011.
The property was returned as the Governor's residence in October 2011[5] and was managed by the Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales from March 1996 to December 2013.[6] Completed in 1847 and constructed in the Gothic revival style, the building is listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register.[1]
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Government_House,_Sydney.

Sydney: Harbour Bridge
The Sydney Harbour Bridge is an unmissable landmark of Sydney. It is fondly known as the "Coat Hanger" and is visible from many parts of The Rocks, and elsewhere in the City Centre. It isn't the longest bridge or hold any other records for size. However the sheer scale of the structure right in the centre of Australia's largest city is unrivalled. For example, it takes 10 years and 30,000 litres of paint to paint the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and when they finish they have to start again at the other end.
There are many ways to see or experience the bridge. If you cross from The Rocks to North Sydney have a walk around Luna Park and a go on the Ferris wheel before returning. If you are on a fitness regime, a walk over the bridge and a swim at North Sydney Olympic pool by the harbour is a perfect start to the day.
There is a harbourfront walk from Circular Quay, skirting The Rocks area and continuing on under the Harbour Bridge. The walk goes in front of the Overseas Passenger Terminal, and will take around 45 minutes. The walk is free.
You can walk over the bridge on the pedestrian walkway on the eastern side of the bridge. The views are great and admission is free.
You can cycle over it. There is a cycle lane on the western side of the bridge, dedicated to cyclists. There are usually multiple share bikes near the Milsons Point entry that you can hire for 30 minutes. However, the cycle will only take you five minutes before returning you to the city roads. The distance is more suited to walking.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/The_Rocks.

Sydney: Hyde Park
An extensive city centre park of a formal design tradition dissected by Park St, elongated in layout and containing a large fountain (Archibald Fountain) towards the northern end and the Anzac War Memorial at the south - a favourite with city workers at lunchtime, joggers and sunbakers. The park occasionally hosts public and private events and functions. Free.

Sydney: Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden
8am - 5pm open every day except for Christmas, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and Good Friday. The Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden features scenic landscape including bushland, gullies, ponds and waterfalls. It is a great spot to have a picnic or go bushwalking/hiking. The picnic area is quite often visited by swamp wallabies so this is a good spot to see these animals relatively close to the city. Entry is free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/Upper_North_Shore.

Sydney: Ku-ring-gai-Chase-Nationalpark
Ku-ring-gai Chase is part of the Hornsby Plateau, a massive block of sandstone tilting upwards to the north. The park comprises a plateau with an elevation of generally 150–200 m above sea level. The plateau is divided into separate sections by the steep valleys of Cowan Creek, Coal and Candle Creek, and Smiths Creek. These "flooded" or "drowned" valleys, knowns as rias, were eroded into the sandstone much deeper than the current sea level during the glacial phases of the Pleistocene ice age. When the ice caps melted about 10,000 years ago, the sea levels rose and flooded the valleys of the park.
Entry with a car is $12 for a day. For vehicles over 8 seats, the fees $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child per day.
Camping:
Contact the National Parks and Wildlife staff. Booking is essential. This campground is near West Head on Pittwater. This is the national park's only campground. The campground is accessible by ferry from Palm Beach wharf or by water taxi from many local wharves. You can also drive or cycle to West Head and walk to the campground (2.8 km). The campground has drinking water, toilets and cold showers. There is a $10 per night fee for adults and $5 per night fee for children.

Sydney: Macleay Museum
M-F 10AM-4:30PM, first Sa of the month noon-4:30PM. The oldest natural history museum in Australia, largely kept in storage, but they have quite a collection of insects from Darwin, Raffles and other keen entomologists. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/Inner_West.
For more see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macleay_Museum.

Sydney: Marrinawi Cove
Free swimming spot in the harbour! Shark netting installed. Free showers as well, but no other facilities. Cafes are close by, however.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/The_Rocks.

Sydney: Nicholson Museum of Antiquities
M-F 10AM-4:30PM, first Sa of the month noon-4:30PM. Contains the largest collection of antiquities in Australia, featuring ancient artefacts from Egypt, the Middle East, Greece, Rome, Cyprus and Mesopotamia, collected by the University over many years. Also mummified cats and humans. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/Inner_West.

Sydney: Observatory
Australia's oldest observatory. It has a variety of exhibitions, a “beanbag planetarium” and of course, telescopes. The parks and views of the harbour from the Observatory Hill are exceptional. It's worth a visit even if you have no interest in astronomy and are not even going into the building. You can book a night tour guided by an astronomer, where you're allowed to use the telescope and see what is visible during night time. The old telescopes here aren't the most powerful around; the portable telescopes set up are just as powerful as the large ones in the domes. It makes for a fun, informative night out. Children are catered for in both the daytime and evening sessions. Daytime admission is free. For night tours adults $20-22 and children $14-15.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/The_Rocks.

Sydney: Opera House
This world heritage listed icon on the harbour is one of Sydney's most beautiful and unusual buildings; its sail-shaped structure, designed by Jørn Utzon, is world famous, and it is the only structure in the world to have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site during the lifetime of its architect. The Opera House hosts most of Sydney's major classical music and opera events. You can walk all around the building and some of the foyer areas free of charge. Guided tours of the inside are available for $28, leave every 30 minutes and take about an hour. Some tours are run in Chinese, Japanese, or Korean. Depending on ongoing rehearsals or performances, not all parts may be visited.

Sydney: Queen Victoria Building
The site of a market place since 1810, its current Romanesque facade was completed in 1896 and was extensively restored in the late 1980s as a prestigious shopping centre. The Christmas tree around Christmas time reaches through all the floors to the full height of the building. It contains a variety of small shops selling luxury fashion and cafes. On the top floor is a large albeit very cramped model and toy shop. admission free.

Sydney: Royal Botanic Gardens
The gardens are open from sunrise to sunset. It is fully fenced, so take care not to get locked in at closing time. One of Sydney's greatest assets, from in front of the State Art Gallery, out to Mrs Macquaries chair, across to Farm Cove and onto the Sydney Opera House. The Gardens back onto the historic Sydney Hospital and Parliament House. This is the oldest scientific institution in the country and home to an outstanding collection of plants from Australia and overseas. The Domain surrounds the Royal Botanic Gardens. The walk along the harbour's edge (Farm Cove) from the Opera House (Queen Elizabeth II gate) to Mrs Macquarie's Chair (Yurong Gate) is for many the epitome of a Sydney experience. The Gardens have an example of the Wollemi Pine, raised from a seed collected from a handful of trees discovered in the wilderness and unchanged since the dinosaurs. A tropical pyramid holds examples of tropical vegetation in a controlled humidity atmosphere. See the rose garden, herb garden and succulent section. The collection has many varieties of Australian plants and grasses. During the summer months there are often open air night time film screenings inside the Botanic Gardens, entry charges normally apply to those screenings. There are no access charges to enter the Botanic Gardens (except for the tropical pyramid).

Sydney: Sydney Tower
Towering above the city of Sydney since 1981, when it became the tallest structure in the city, the Sydney Tower reaches a total height of 305 m — great views are available from the 250-m-high viewing level. The tower is Australia's tallest free-standing structure and the second highest observation tower in the Southern Hemisphere after the Sky Tower in Auckland). The trip up to the observation deck includes a short "4D" movie (3D with effects such as smoke and water) before travelling up in the lift. If looking at the city through windows isn't enough, take the Skywalk tour on the top of the tower. Observation deck: $26, Skywalk: $69.

Sydney: The Art Gallery of New South Wales
Daily 10AM–5PM, Wednesday until 9PM. the leading museum of art in New South Wales and Sydney, and one of Australia's foremost cultural institutions. It holds significant collections of Australian art, and presents nearly forty exhibitions annually. British Victorian art, along with smaller holdings of Dutch, French and Italian painters of the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, and a collection of modern British masters, European modernists and European classical art. The collection includes work by Reubens, Picasso, Van Gogh and many others. There is also an impressive collection of Asian, South East Asian, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. The new North Building has an extensive collection of contemporary art, including the dark 'Tank' level in the basement - a cavernous and strange area that used to hold fuel for shipping. Not all of the collection holdings are on exhibition at any one time and the gallery occasionally rotates significant works on exhibition. The building itself is a much-photographed sandstone structure with a large formal entrance. There is a popular cafe inside the gallery, with views over Wooloomooloo. Free admission with charges to some 'feature' exhibitions.

Sydney: The Bay Run
A car-free and mostly flat 7 km circular foot and cycling track that sticks close to the Iron Cove Bay waterfront and crosses the bay on the Iron Cove Bridge. It connects picturesque parks, marinas, historic sights, cafes, restaurants and a major shopping centre at Birkenhead Point in Drummoyne. It passes through 7 Inner West suburbs and is particularly popular on weekends. Best accessed from Marion light rail stop or buses.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Sydney/Inner_West.
For more see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bay_Run.

Sydney: The Domain
In colonial times this land was the Governor’s buffer of privacy between his residence and the penal colony. Roads and paths were constructed through the Domain by 1831 to allow public access. Since that time it has remained a place for the people to breath and relax. The Domain surrounds the Royal Botanic Gardens. In times past has been a site of often quite colourful public oratory and site of public rallies and demonstrations. Home to the popular Opera in the Domain, Jazz in the Domain, and Symphony in the Domain events in summer, as well as the Tropfest short film festival. If attending any of these events, arrive in the early afternoon to secure a picnic spot as upwards of 100,000 people attend. There are no entrance fees to the Domain, however at times the Domain is used for events and the event organisers may charge admission fees or impose other access controls to the specific areas annexed for those events.

Sydney: The Strand Arcade
A fine example of Victorian Architecture, established 1891, and is one of the few remaining Victorian shopping arcades in the world. For the past 20 years or so, it has been a major shopping destination, well known for the large number of Australian designers it showcases. Many well recognized Australian labels in fashion and jewellery are based here, such as Alannah Hill, Zimmerman, and Victoria Buckley Jewellery.

Takaka: Abel Tasman National Monument
Monument built in 1942 to commemorate the visit of Dutch explorer Abel Tasman and his crew in 1642, the first known Europeans to visit New Zealand. There's an easy 5-minute walking track to the monument and a viewing platform on a headland, with views of the Tata Islands and Ligar Bay.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Takaka.

Takaka: Waikoropupu Springs
The clearest water in the world. Feed the tame eels and visit the salmon farm.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Takaka.

Taranaki
The Mountain, as it is often called, is properly known as Taranaki, without the honorific prefix Mount. This is in keeping with the Māori tradition of considering the great mountains to be personalities in their own right. To also call him a mountain is unnecessary as when you refer to Taranaki it is the mountain and his surrounding lands that are referred to.
According to Māori legend, Taranaki competed with Tongariro for the affection of Pihanga (a small mountain between Lake Taupo and Tongariro). Tongariro won, and the dejected Taranaki fled west to its current location.
Captain Cook named the mountain Mount Egmont, and a scene depicting his ship sighting of the mountain is shown on the New Zealand 50 cent coin.
Following the New Zealand Land Wars of the 1860s, the colonial government confiscated large tracts of land owned by the Taranaki Māori. A hundred years later, as part of the land grievance settlement process, the government agreed that the mountain be known by its Māori name, Taranaki in addition to the European name of Mount Egmont.
For many, Taranaki is strikingly similar to Mount Fuji in Japan. The scenery and the countryside look very similar. Because of this similarity, The Last Samurai was filmed in Taranaki instead of Japan.
Taranaki is also known for its dairy industry; the Whareroa dairy processing plant near Hawera is one of the largest in the world, alone producing enough milk, butter and cheese each year to feed New Zealand's population twice over.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Taranaki.

Taupo: Aratiatia Dam
The first dam in the Waikato Hydro power scheme. The gates are opened daily at 10AM, noon, 2PM and 4PM in summer and 10AM, noon and 2PM in winter, which causes the spectacular recreation of the Aratiatia Rapids.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Taup%C5%8D.

Taupo: Craters of the Moon
Summer 8:30AM-6PM, winter 8:30AM-sunset. An easy 45 min (2.75 km) walk through an active and ever-changing other-worldly geothermal wonderland. Adult $8, child (5–12) $4, family $20.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Taup%C5%8D.

Taupo: Huka Falls
New Zealand’s most visited natural attraction located just to the north of town on the Waikato river. New Zealand’s largest river is forced between a narrow split in the bedrock. Quite impressive with flows often exceeding 220,000 litres per second.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Taup%C5%8D.

Taupo: McDonald's
The only McDonald's in the world on an airplane! When the Golden Arches bought the site in 1990, it came with a decommissioned Douglas DC-3, and they incorporated it into the restaurant. The plane, complete with original cockpit, seats 20 diners and is open daily 9AM-4:30PM.

Taupo: Orakei Korako
"The Hidden Valley" of Orakei Korako contains geysers, boiling mud pools, hot springs, large silica terraces and the majestic Ruatapu Caves. Adult $47, child (6–16) $21, family $126.

Taupo: Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
Has vehicle and walking tracks through forest and gardens. Also boasts one of the best vantage points of the lake and mountains of the Tongariro National Park. Located in the suburbs.

Tennant Creek: Bill Allen Lookout
Offers a clear 360-degree view across the landscape and town - it's especially worthwhile to do this at sundown.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Tennant_Creek.

Tennant Creek: Kunjarra
Smaller and less interesting relatives of the Devils Marbles, but much closer to Tennant Creek. Known to the Warumungu Aboriginal people as Kunjarra, The Pebbles are a sacred site and women’s dancing place for the Munga Munga Dreaming.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Tennant_Creek.

Tennant Creek: Telegraph Station
Built in 1872 the Tennant Creek Telegraph Station offered a refuge for weary travellers. The discovery of gold by a linesman in 1925 quickly led to the establishment of the present Tennant Creek township. By 1935 a post office was opened which quickly led to the closure of the telegraph station, ending an era of hospitality for weary travellers.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Tennant_Creek.

Tennant Creek: Winanjjikari Music Centre
The Winanjjikari Music Centre offers a profound cultural exchange with authentic, traditional Aboriginal people. You’re welcome to come and see the daily life of the musicians, have a chat with them and even join in a song. Free entry.

Tirau: Giant dog and sheep metal structure
Made of corrugated metal, these buildings will bring a smile to tourists.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Waikato.

Tongariro National Park
Walk or hike in Tongariro National Park. The park's entrance and Ranger Station is located on Mountain Road, just north of the train station. The Rimu and Mangawhero Forest are short walks and easily accessible for those staying in Ohakune. If you want to do the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing, the only shutter service available during off season is Dempsey Buses (a return ticket costs 70 NZD per person, contact them for group discounts). You can reserve the service online or offline at the travel information center. You can also ask the reception of your hostel to reserve the services for you. Alternatively, you can take a bus or train or drive to National Park Village, where there are multiple providers offering shutter service for Tongariro Crossing.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Ohakune.
For more see https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Tongariro_National_Park.

Undara Volcanic National Park
You can only get around via a guided tour. Camping is not permitted within the park.
The lava tubes are a unique geological formation - huge hollow tubes caused by lava run off from a nearby volcano. It's one of the few places on the planet to have lava tubes. The lava tubes at Undara are huge, running for 20-30 km from their origin, and 10-30 metres in diameter. They have been well researched and are well presented by the local groups. Allow about 2-3 hours to explore them. This may well mean an overnight stay in the area - book ahead.
There are more than 120 species of bird including the vulnerable Red Goshawk, per Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services, but E-bird has recorded 132 species at Undara Experience just on the northern edge of the park.
The park is home to four insectivorous or microbats of which provide food for various snakes and birds of prey. One of the caves in the park, Bayllis Cave is one of the world’s most biologically diverse caves which recorded 52 resident species including the most diverse assemblage of arthropods found in a cave in Far North Queensland.
The park is also home to a wide range of macroropods including the Common Wallaroos, the Antilopine Wallaroo and the Northern Quoll.
Much of the national park is dry savanna woodland but the lava tubes and collapse areas now provide an environment for other vegetation to flourish in the damp interiors. The lava tubes show up as rich green vine thickets that have strong affinities with Gondwana species. The rare white-flowered onion vine occurs within the park's vine thickets.

Uralla: Dangars Falls
7AM-7PM. 183 m high ephemeral waterfall (only flows after rain). Nearby picnic area with toilets, picnic tables, barbecue facilities, bring your own water, take your litter out with you. McDirty's Walking Track - 6km, 2-3 hours, Grade 3. Free entry.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Uralla.

Uralla: Dangars Lagoon
While the water level of the lagoon may vary during the year, from mid spring to mid autumn the lagoon is home to a large number of water birds - bring your binoculars.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Uralla.

Uralla: Racecourse Lagoon
While the water level of the lagoon may vary during the year, from mid spring to mid autumn the lagoon is home to a large number of water birds - bring your binoculars and camera. The indigenous Aniwan people lived beside the lagoon.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Uralla.

Uralla: Thunderbolt's Grave
Burial site of the last of the NSW bushrangers, Captain Thunderbolt (Fred Ward, 1835-1870), whose reign of terror covered much of New England.
Frederick Wordsworth Ward (c. 1835 – 25 May 1870), better known by the self-styled pseudonym of Captain Thunderbolt, was an Australian bushranger renowned for escaping from Cockatoo Island, and also for his reputation as the "gentleman bushranger" and his lengthy survival, being the longest-roaming bushranger in Australian history.
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain_Thunderbolt.
For a lot more about his life see there.

Uralla: Thunderbolt's Rock
A cluster of granite boulders used by the bushranger Captain Thunderbolt to spy for approaching mail coaches to rob. He was shot and killed at nearby Kentucky Creek in 1870.
Frederick Wordsworth Ward (c. 1835 – 25 May 1870), better known by the self-styled pseudonym of Captain Thunderbolt, was an Australian bushranger renowned for escaping from Cockatoo Island, and also for his reputation as the "gentleman bushranger" and his lengthy survival, being the longest-roaming bushranger in Australian history.
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain_Thunderbolt.
For a lot more about his life see there.

Uralla: Thunderbolt's Statue and Constable Walker Memorial
A life-size statue of the bushranger Captain Thunderbolt (Fred Ward), unveiled in 1988. Nearby is the memorial to Constable Alexander B Walker, who ended the bushranger's reign of terror.
Frederick Wordsworth Ward (c. 1835 – 25 May 1870), better known by the self-styled pseudonym of Captain Thunderbolt, was an Australian bushranger renowned for escaping from Cockatoo Island, and also for his reputation as the "gentleman bushranger" and his lengthy survival, being the longest-roaming bushranger in Australian history.
Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain_Thunderbolt.
For a lot more about his life see there.

Wairarapa: Cape Palliser
The southernmost point of the North Island (it's further south than Blenheim in the South Island). Climb the 258 steps up to the red-and-white-striped Cape Palliser Lighthouse (1897) for magnificent views along the coast and across Cook Strait to the South Island. Look out for the North Island's largest fur seal colony on the coastal rocks along the road to the lighthouse.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Wairarapa.

Wairarapa: Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre
Daily 09:00-16:30. A good place to see kiwis and kaka (bush parrot), and plenty of other native birds. Inside the kiwi house is Manukura, the only white-feathered kiwi in the world! Adult $20, child $6.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Wairarapa.

Wairarapa: Putangirua Pinnacles
One of New Zealand's best examples of badlands erosion, these earth pillars tower above the Putangirua Stream. Part of the Paths of the Dead sequence from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King was filmed here. The Pinnacles lookout is a 90-minute return walk from the carpark and DOC campsite.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Wairarapa.
For more see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/P%C5%ABtangirua_Pinnacles.

Wairarapa: Stonehenge Aotearoa
A full sized working model of an astronomical stone circle, like Stonehenge, constructed from modern materials, opened in February 2005. Guided tours take place on weekends and holidays but you need to book in advance.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Carterton.

Wellington: Botanic Garden
It is a nice place to go for a picnic, or just an afternoon walk (or run for a challenging fitness experience). You can take the Cable Car from Lambton Quay for a quick 5-minute trip to the top; but it is not designed to be exciting, despite being photogenic. If you're keen on walking up, take the lifts in the James Cook Arcade (or one of several others along Lambton Quay) up to The Terrace, head south uphill until you reach Salamanca Rd. Head uphill up Salamanca Rd until you reach Victoria University. A set of stairs on the opposite side of the road to the Hunter Lawn goes uphill right to the top of the Gardens. If you already shelled out for a Busabout Daypass ticket, just catch the Mairangi bus, get off at the stop after the University, and walk back along Upland Rd until you reach the Cable Car Museum. The Cable Car Museum has two of the old cars in semi-restored and fully-restored condition and some of the original Cable Car machinery from the system that was replaced in 1978. The Lookout has a great view day or night, and the large map next to the round tree usually has a few pamphlets with maps of the Gardens. The Carter Observatory is a stones throw from here. This is the perfect place to explore the Garden from, or wander back to the city.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Wellington/City.

Wellington: Cable Car
M–F 7AM-10PM, shorter hours at weekends & around Christmas & New Year. From Lambton Quay (next to the McDonald's). The easiest way to get a nice view of the city and harbour, the Cable Car runs on rails from Lambton Quay to the Botanic Garden in Kelburn every ten minutes. Adult $4 one way, $7.50 return. Concession prices are available for children, students and senior citizens over 65.
The Cable Car Museum is at the top of the cable car. Daily 9AM-5PM, closed 25 Dec. Free.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Wellington/City.

Wellington: Central Fire Station
Fire station (still in use) designed by Cyril H Mitchell of Mitchell & Mitchell in 1935, which includes the clock from the old Town Hall. Fountain Court, 10-48 Oriental Parade, a three storey block of flats, a few doors towards the sea was built in 1938.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Wellington/City.

Wellington: Massey Memorial
An interesting place to go if you want to see a large memorial in the middle of nowhere, with a good view of the surrounding harbour. The memorial's namesake is William Massey, Prime Minister of New Zealand between 1912 and 1925.

Wellington: Matiu/Somes Island
(the ferry leaves from Queen's Wharf and Day's Bay (on opposite sides of the harbour); only at certain times will the ferry stop at the island and only upon request; the best choice is to leave Queen's Wharf at noon and return at 2:30PM or 3:25PM). Out in the middle of the harbour, this island has its share of history. It was once a quarantine station for immigrants, and later (and more extensively) for animals. It was also an internment camp for "dangerous" individuals during both world wars. The island is a nature reserve managed by the DOC, bio-security bag inspections on arrival and a small exhibition. The animal quarantine station and some wartime defences can be explored, there are good harbour views, but the wildlife is the main attraction. Bring food in sealed containers and something to drink as there are no shops. There is a campsite and two bachs which need to be booked in advance. Ferry $25.

Wellington: Mount Victoria
196 m high, this is the best lookout in Wellington. The full 360-degree view is a great place to see the airport, the harbour, the CBD and the Town Belt with just a turn of the head. It takes about an hour to walk up from Courtenay Place. Many tourist buses go there but also a lot of the locals, especially at night to 'watch the view'.

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Daily 10AM-6PM, closed 25 Dec. New Zealand's national museum contains interesting exhibitions on the country's history and culture and includes several shops. It has the only complete colossal squid on display. Free for NZ citizens (except for the occasional special presentation), $35 for 48hr international visitor ticket.

Wellington: Old Government Buildings
This is the largest wooden building in the southern hemisphere and the second-largest in the world. It is now the home of Victoria University Law School.

Wellington: Pariwhero/Red Rocks Seal Colony
(take the number 1 bus to the end (Island Bay); walk across the park towards the ocean and hang a right; there is another bus, number 4, that goes to the end of the road at certain times; travel west (right side, if facing the water) until you run out of road; here you will find a disused quarry and a visitors centre). This is an interesting walk named for its distinctive red rocks (probably Jasper). The walk along this beach is pleasant but rocky and often very windy, so dress accordingly. If you walk for about an hour you'll come across a distinctive pass though the rock face. Just on the other side of this is a seal colony that is worth the walk. Please bear in mind that these are wild animals and so require a certain level of respect, so keep your distance and don't get between them and the sea, especially if you value your health! Continuing on from here, you will eventually arrive at Makara (but this is a long distance, and the seal colony is a recommended turn-around point).

Wellington: Parliament Buildings
Home of New Zealand's lawmakers and leaders, the complex consists of four building: the Beehive (or Executive Wing), Parliament House, the Parliamentary Library and Bowen House. The grounds of Parliament are open to the public, and free tours of the buildings are available from the visitor centre located between the Beehive and Parliament House. Depending on parliamentary business, tours may include a visit to the House of Representatives debating chamber and the Select Committee rooms. For security reasons, you need to leave all your belongings at the visitor centre and clear a checkpoint.

Wellington: Plimmer's Ark
M-F 9:30AM-5PM, Sa 10AM-4PM, Su 11AM-3PM. A hundred years ago a bank was built on top of a wrecked ship that was built in Nova Scotia in 1848, and had been used as a market. When they renovated the building, they discovered the ship's timbers and preserved the remains in the building. Take the escalator down through the bank vault doors.
For more see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inconstant_(ship).

Wellington: Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
Park always open; National War Memorial interior daily 10AM-5PM. A tall Art Deco carillon was dedicated in 1932, the Hall of Memories opened in 1964, and the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior was built in 2004. There are Australian, Belgian, French, Turkish, UK and US memorials and some sculptures in the wider park, which was opened in 2015. Free.

Wellington: Supreme Court
M–F 9AM–5PM. The Supreme Court was established in 2004 to replace the UK Privy Council as New Zealand's highest court, and primarily hears appeals from the Court of Appeal (New Zealand's second-highest court). The Supreme Court complex was completed in 2010, extending on and incorporating the old 1879-built High Court building. The building is open to the public, but you can only look at the courtroom through a window. If you want to see inside the courtroom, join a free tour available three times a week.

Westport: Beaches
With the relatively small population of the West Coast region and the quantity and size of the beaches, you'll find you have them almost to yourself. Follow conservation practices - do not approach or feed wildlife, nor collect souvenirs from the beach. Dogs should be leashed to protect wildlife, especially the vulnerable little blue penguin population found throughout the wild West Coast.
Tauranga Bay Beach. A broad sandy shell-shaped beach. Sensitive habitat for little blue penguins. Dogs must be leashed.
Tauranga Bay Fur Seal Colony, Tauranga Bay. The 10-minute track from the car park is suitable for wheelchairs and leads to viewing platforms directly overlooking the colony.
Cape Foulwind Walkway. starts just a few km from town and follows the coast along a ridge from the Cape Foulwind Lighthouse to the Seal Colony and Tauranga Bay. It's a nice hike and if you're lucky the fog will be rolling in, the wind will be blowing and the surf pounding and you will see why Captain James Cook named the area Cape Foulwind. About two hours return, the non-stop views are well worth the time and effort.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Westport_(New_Zealand).

Whanganui: Waimarie Museum
Th - Su 10AM - 2PM. Contains fascinating displays of river-related artefacts and photographs of the riverboat era. Also offers river cruises in a paddle steamer on Saturdays 11AM & 2PM in Jan - Mar. free (charges for cruises).
The Whanganui River. Around 300 km long. It is the longest navigable river and the second longest river in the North Island. There are a number of operators who offer canoeing, rafting and jetboat trips. The Mangapurua stream (tributary to the Whanganui) is bridged by the famous Bridge to Nowhere. This was built to provide access to settlers establishing farms in the Mangapurua Valley. The settlements no longer exist but the bridge remains as an eloquent reminder. It can be reached from the Mangapurua Landing on the Whanganui which is a 1.5 hour walk round trip. The landing can be reached by drive to Pipiriki then a jet boat ride. Additionally, the river is also legally a person.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Whanganui.

Winton
Winton is a very small outback town in Central Queensland that, despite its small size on the map these days, has a rich history. Alongside Longreach the town has a strong link with Qantas, the Australian national carrier. Despite the common association of Qantas with Longreach, the then Queensland and Northern Territory Ariel Services company was actually first headquartered in Winton.
The legendary Australian folk-song Waltzing Matilda, once National Anthem contender and now generally accepted unofficial national anthem, was written by A. B. 'Banjo' Paterson in 1895, at the nearby Dagworth sheep and cattle station, and first performed at the Gregory Hotel in town later that year. This legend inspired what has been said to be the only museum in the world dedicated to a song: the Waltzing Matilda Centre and Qantilda Museum, one of the town's key attractions. Sadly, the Waltzing Matilda Centre aspect of this museum complex was destroyed by fire in 2015.
Winton is increasingly known as a "palaeontological paradise" for the rich fossil record that lies in the earth in the surrounding area. The Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum, on the eastern side of town, and the Lake Quarry Dinosaur Stampede Trackways, 110 km southwest of the town, connect visitors to this rich history. The museum attracts students on practical experience and other interested volunteers to the town for extended periods to assist with the processing of finds from regular digs.
As Winton is an outback destination, the climate is particularly harsh in the summer months, with temperatures often reaching 40º C / 100º F during the day. Visitor season runs from April to October. Outside of visitor season, expect tours and experiences offerings to be reduced.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Winton.

Wondabyne
Famed for its remoteness, Wondabyne, surrounded by a river called Mullet Creek is the site of the only railway station in Australia that has inaccessible road access. (There are roads but they do not connect to the outside) A number of "squatter" houses along the creek are still used for fishing.
For more see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wondabyne,_New_South_Wales.

Woy Woy
Woy Woy is a commuter town with an area of southern waterways, in reference to the Aboriginal name of a quantity of water. It is an ideal destination for holidaymakers from their close proximity to Sydney.
For more see https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/w:Woy_Woy,_New_South_Wales.

Wyrrabalong National Park
The park is known for containing the last significant coastal (littoral) rainforest on the Central Coast. And since most of the park lies in the Tuggerah Important Bird Area, identified as such by BirdLife International because of its importance for a variety of water and woodland birds.
There are no fees in the park, but the park is only open from 5:30AM-6PM when there's no daylight savings, and 5:30AM-8PM during daylight savings.
Taken from https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Wyrrabalong_National_Park.