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  • Turtle hatchlings at Mon Repos

    Get up close to turtle hatchlings at Mon Repos

    Experience the wonder of getting up close to loggerhead turtle hatchlings at Mon Repos on the Queensland coast near Bundaberg.…

  • Dreamtime Cultural Centre

    7 experiences you shouldn’t miss in Rockhampton

    Rockhampton offers a wealth of 'must do' experiences, ranging from cultural tours, to fossicking for Thundereggs.…

  • Sunset at Alkoomi

    How to spend 3 days exploring Rockhampton

    Don't miss anything! Our top tips on how to pack as many of Rockhampton's ‘must do’ experiences into an epic three day adventure.…

  • Chimpanzees at the free Rockhampton Zoo

    9 free fun things to do in Rockhampton

    Rockhampton is home to a diverse range of unique attractions and sights, but equally exciting is how many of them are completely FREE to visit!…

  • Sunrise at the Bunya Mountains

    Top 10 not to miss at the Bunya Mountains

    If there’s one thing the Bunya Mountains is known for, it’s nature. From hand-feeding wild parrots, to being surrounded by wallabies...…

  • Feeding wild dolphins at Tin Can Bay

    Feed wild dolphins at Tin Can Bay

    Have you always wanted to feed wild dolphins? At Tin Can Bay’s Barnacles Dolphin Centre you can do just that – and it’s a truly amazing experience! Arguably one of the best things…

  • Butterflies in the butterfly house at Butterfly Hill

    Hidden butterfly house in heart of Sunshine Coast

    Dozens of butterflies fluttered around us like a colourful cloud, with a handful quickly drawn to our son’s brightly coloured yellow shirt. Within moments several had settled on his shoulder, back…

  • Riverside Precinct

    Discover the wonders of Rocky’s Riverside Precinct

    Rockhampton’s CBD is one of the most significant historical sites in Australia, and is set alongside the beautiful, revitalised Riverside Precinct.…

  • Sunrise at Mount Etna

    Everything you need to know about hiking Mount Etna

    Mount Etna is arguably one of Rockhampton’s best kept secrets, serving up Insta-worthy views, along with impressive sets of stairs and boardwalks.…

  • Kershaw Gardens

    9 fun activities for a family holiday in Rockhampton

    Rockhampton is the perfect place for a family holiday. Here are our top 9 things to do in the area, so the whole family walks away raving about your stay.…

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“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for “Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.” 💛
Going with the flow and loving tonight’s gorgeous sunset. 🌅 
Here’s to a great week ahead!

#coolum #sunshinecoast #coolumbeach #visitsunshinecoast #beachvibes #visitcoolum
“Even in ruin, a shipwreck tells stories the sea “Even in ruin, a shipwreck tells stories the sea couldn’t keep.”

This is the beautiful S.S. Maheno on K’gari (formerly known as Fraser Island).
Strap in for a bit of a history lesson…
You wouldn’t realise it today, but when first launched in 1905 the S.S. Maheno was a 400 feet (about 122 metres long) luxury passenger liner, sailing the Tasman Sea between New Zealand and Australia. 
She was famed for her speed, comfort and elegant service — complete with fine dining and plush cabins. 
But even more impressively, during WWI she was converted into a hospital ship, serving at Gallipoli where she ferried wounded soldiers from the front lines to safety. With fully equipped operating theatres and medical staff on board, the Maheno became a lifeline for injured soldiers. 
After the war, she returned to civilian service as one of the finest liners of her time. But sadly by the 1930s, newer ships and the Great Depression made her obsolete, leading to her final journey.
In 1935, while being towed to Japan for scrap, a cyclone snapped her tow lines and sent her drifting. Unfortunately her engine had already been removed, so with no propulsion system the crew couldn’t control the ship and she ran aground on K’gari. Today, her rusting skeleton still lies on the sand — a striking relic of both elegance and war.

#SSMaheno #kgari #FraserIsland #ShipwreckHistory #Gallipoli #RustAndWaves #AbandonedPlaces #visitfrasercoast
“Sending some good vibes and happy thoughts your “Sending some good vibes and happy thoughts your way.” 😁
Sunrise sensation at Coolum.
Bring on the weekend’s fun! 🙌💖
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#coolum #visitsunshinecoast #beachlife
Golden hour is our happy hour! Sunset beauty at Ki Golden hour is our happy hour!
Sunset beauty at Kingfisher Resort on K’gari. 
Such a magical place. Have you visited?

#kgari #fraserisland #frasercoast #herveybay #kingfisherislandresort #kingfisherresort #visitfrasercoast #sunset #beachsunset
“To escape and sit quietly on the beach - that’s my idea of paradise.”
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The path to paradise... otherwise known as Peregian Beach.👍😃
Hope you’re having a great weekend!

#ourcoastlife #peregian #peregianbeach #sunshinecoast #thisisqueensland #visitnoosa #ig_sunrisesunset #beachvibes #beachlife #seeaustralia #visitsunshinecoast
Talk about fun and yum in the sun! We took advanta Talk about fun and yum in the sun!
We took advantage of the sunshine this weekend and enjoyed the best treat at @happypopsnoosa where the kids were given the chance to decorate their own ice creams.
Of course, they opted for all the lollies, chocolate sauce and sprinkles - but who can blame them! 
There’s so many delicious flavours to choose from, or you can tailor make your own yummy masterpiece.
The perfect treat while enjoying Noosa’s beautiful Main Beach.
What’s your favourite flavour or combo? 

#invited #gifted #happypops #visitnoosa #noosa #visitsunshinecoast #sunshinecoast #thisisqueensland #sunshinecoastfoodie #sunshinecoastkids #sunnycoastlife
“Sunshine is good for the soul.” ☀️ Time t “Sunshine is good for the soul.” ☀️
Time to make the most of the weekend’s predicted sunshine. Bring it on! 
Hope you have a great weekend!

#visitsunshinecoast #queensland #thisisqueensland #beachvibes #beachlife #ig_beach #visitnoosa #beachesofinstagram #beachvibes
Did you know you can feed wild Australian Humpback Did you know you can feed wild Australian Humpback Dolphins at Tin Can Bay?
Total bucket list experience! 🐬🩵💙
For a $10-$15 donation per person you can get up close and feed these beautiful wild creatures.
This amazing experience is overseen by a team of dedicated volunteers, so your donation goes towards protecting these amazing creatures and their habitat.
Loved it! Have you been?

#dolphins #seeaustralia #discoverqueensland  #tincanbay  #visitfrasercoast #thisisqueensland #queensland #visitnoosa #rainbowbeach
“This view never gets old.” 🌅 Nature has b “This view never gets old.” 🌅 
Nature has been putting on a thrilling show the last few days.
Definitely worth getting up early for this beautiful sunrise over Noosa’s Lake Weyba. ❤️

#noosa #visitnoosa #lakeweyba #thisisqueensland #queensland #fireinthesky #sunriselover #sunrise
It’s one of our favourite times of year again! It’s one of our favourite times of year again! 
Strawberry season is back in action on the Sunshine Coast. 🍓🍓
We visited @mcmartinsfarm in Bli Bli today for the start of their pick-your-own season and we’re happy to report there are plenty of delicious strawberries ripe for picking.
They seriously taste so much sweeter when picked straight from the patch. Yum! 🍓🍓

FYI - This post isn’t sponsored or anything. We just love supporting local businesses. And McMartin’s are one of the last remaining PYO places on the coast, so they deserve the community’s support. Plus, they make delicious strawberry ice cream! 🍦😁

#ourcoastlife #strawberry #sunshinecoast #thisisqueensland #queensland #visitnoosa #visitsunshinecoast
“Find magic in the little things, and the big th “Find magic in the little things, and the big things you always expected will start to show up.” 💫 
Enjoying the simple things. 🎣 🌅 
Hope your weekend is off to a good start!

#sunshinecoast #visitsunshinecoast #visitnoosa #thisisqueensland #ourcoastlife #beachlife #beachvibes
So much fun! Seriously, if you want to lift your m So much fun!
Seriously, if you want to lift your mood and make the most of the long weekend, then get yourself to @aussieworldfun asap!
We had so much fun on our recent visit and packed so much into the day. No crazy lines - just lots of action, laughter and good times.
Loved it!
We have a blog post with more details up on our website, so go check it out. 

#collab #invited #aussieworldfun #aussieworldsunshinecoast 
#aussieworld #visitsunshinecoast #thisisqueensland #sunshinecoast
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