The Sunshine Coast’s Australia Zoo entered the Tourism Hall of Fame when it was named Queensland’s Major Tourist Attraction for the third consecutive year at the 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards held on the Gold Coast on November 13. more>
On your bike for hinterland tour
Bunyip Bike Tours are bringing a touch of Europe to the Gold Coast with the first bike tour of its kind around Tamborine Mountain. more>
Ready to Rumba on the Sunshine Coast
Caloundra’s Bulcock Beach on the southern Sunshine Coast has completed a multi-million-dollar makeover in time for the holidays, and the recently opened five-star Rumba Beach Resort & Spa is arguably the centrepiece. more>
Retreat to Pumpkin Island
The newly-renovated Pumpkin Island Retreat is home to just eco-friendly five cottages, which each feature stunning beach and ocean views. more>
Daintree Ecolodge and Spa shines on world stage
The Daintree Eco Lodge and Spa in Tropical North Queensland has been named the World's Best Eco Lodge and Australasia's Leading Green Hotel at the 2009 World Travel Awards in London. more>
Beefing up Outback Wetherby Station
John and Kathleen Colless, owners of the 1,618 hectare Wetherby Station in Mount Molloy in Tropical North Queensland, have built a specially-designed arena to cater for visitors hungry to learn about the beef industry. more>
New City to Straddie Tour
A new tour of Brisbane’s coastal Redlands region combines the natural beauty of North Stradbroke Island (“Straddie”) with a visit to Australia’s first environmental centre for indigenous plants. more>
Novotel takes flight at Brisbane Airport
The Novotel Brisbane Airport hotel opens its doors this month to become Brisbane’s first dedicated airport hotel. more>
FEATURE STORY: Country vs Coast in Queensland’s Capricorn
Life on a farm can be pretty dirty work, but a beachside hideaway is the perfect spot to wash off the dust, finds Jessica Reid. more>
