Tweed Billabong

Camped by a billabong at Big 4 Tweed

If you’re a fashionista, tweed and billabongs definitely do not mix.  If you love camping and the great outdoors, you might not find too much use for tweed during your adventures (unless you’re in Scotland). … Read the rest

Taronga Zoo

The resident giraffes, enjoying their million dollar views

I remember visiting Sydney when I was little and especially Taronga Zoo.  It was a special event to go to Sydney, the ‘big city’ from the capital, Canberra, which was sleepy in comparison. … Read the rest

Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve

Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve

A day out today at the beautiful rainforest of Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve just outside Malaney. We pack up early and meet the neighbours out the front at a pre-arranged time – not too early for a Sunday morning but not so late that the kids won’t last the day – a fine balance that mothers are aptly attuned to but that can still go terribly wrong without warning.… Read the rest

Fraser Island

Lake Mackenzie

The first time I visited Fraser Island was on a four night weekend escape with my husband.  This time, our party was extended by our two children and my mum.  Both trips were equally wonderful.

The Jetty

Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world.… Read the rest