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             <title>Yuraygir National Park</title>
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Difficulty Rating: Easy  Requirements: air compressor and gauge  Access: Entry to Yuraygir Nation Park requires a National Parks Pass for your entire stay.  There are a limited number of opportunities for beach driving in Australia. For this very reason, the thought of driving along a beach in this beautiful country is almost irresistible for any 4WD enthusiast. Lucky for us, there is the spectacular Yuraygir National Park located 30km east of Grafton in New South Wales. Here 4WD enthusiasts can cruise along the beach and find one of the seven picturesque camp grounds available to visitors....
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             <pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:15:52 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Victor Harbor</title>
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Victor Harbor is all about the sun, surf, sand, stunning views and intimate wildlife encounters.  It's here that you'll find the Little Penguins of Granite Island, Southern Right Whales blowing into Encounter Bay, and some of South Australia's best surf.  Granite Island can be reached via a 600 metres causeway from Victor Harbor. Take a Clydesdale-drawn tram or walk across and absorb the stunning sea views. More than 135,000 visitors annually enjoy this experience. It has carried more than one million passengers from all parts of the globe, and the horses particularly fascinate the children.  Victor Harbor...
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             <pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 16:14:26 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>The Dandenongs</title>
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The Dandenong Ranges   The Dandenong Ranges National Park consists of; Sherbrooke Forest, Doongalla Reserve, Ferntree Gully National Park, Olinda State Forest and Mt Evelyn Forest. It is one of Victoria’s premier reserves for Australian flora and fauna, protecting both Lyrebirds and bountiful fern gullies, just to name a few. There are actually something like 130 native bird species, 31 native mammals, 21 reptiles and nine amphibian species recorded to be in the area!   Scenic drives and picnicking are extremely popular with tourists who come to visit. Three of the best spots to take the family include: the Fern...
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             <pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:58:00 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Daintree Rainforest</title>
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The Daintree Rainforest   The heritage listed 'Daintree Rainforest' encompasses an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometres, from the Daintree River to Cooktown, to the Great Divide, it represents the single largest block of tropical rainforest in Australia.   One of the reasons it is so special is because of the sheer number and abundant diversity of flora that inhabit it; it truly is one of the most complex ecosystems on the planet.   Many many years ago, Australia had numerous forests of this nature spread across the land, some say they even surrounded places like Uluru, growing right up...
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             <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2010 13:04:23 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Wilsons Promontory</title>
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Wilsons Promontory   Known to most Victorians as ‘The Prom’, Wilsons Promontory is one of Australia’s most beautiful national parks. It consists of 130km of coastline, sprawling across granite headlands, mountains and luscious fern tree gullies. It is a camper’s paradise, with numerous well placed camping sites that are all but over run in peak periods, and breathtaking coastal hikes that vary in degree of difficulty; ‘Wilson’s Prom’ makes for a must see destination for all lovers of the great Outdoors.   One of the biggest draw cards to the area is the sometimes ferocious Tidal River, lying 30km inside...
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             <pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 12:48:12 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Broome Bliss</title>
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Broome Broome WA is a beautiful historic pearling town, operational still today, that offers some amazing resort style accommodation, and breathtaking natural wonders. Broome's world famous Cable Beach is one of Australia’s most well known, and much loved spots to stretch out on the sand, and watch the sunset on a friendly night.   Broome is a two and a half hour flight from Perth, a little longer drive! Definitely worth the trip when you take into account its picturesque ochre coast line, and lovely sparkling ocean.     One of Broome's natural treasures is the ‘Staircase...
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             <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 18:28:10 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Margaret River</title>
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Margaret River Just over 3 hours drive from Perth, Margaret River is a food and wine lovers paradise. The breathtaking region boasts some of Australia’s, if not the worlds, greatest wineries (over 60 in total). Getting down to the raw facts, this area actually produces 15% of Australia’s premium wine! With spectacular scenery also a draw card for any lover of the great outdoors. From a culinary front, you will find some of Australia’s best chefs residing here. You can source numerous local delicacies, from beautiful cheeses, jam, condiments, olives, right up to delectable fresh water crayfish. Or if a more...
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             <pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2010 10:09:43 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Great Ocean Road</title>
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Great Ocean Road.   Experience one of the world’s most breathtaking coastal drives. The journey along the Great Ocean Road features huge cliffs, raging surf, tranquil bays, lush rainforests, towering rock stacks and fascinating wildlife. Discover the dramatic rock sculptures of the Twelve Apostles, beautiful waterfalls and a spectacular treetop walk through the Otways rainforests. Wildlife is abundant throughout the Great Ocean Road region. See southern right whales at Warrnambool, kangaroos and koalas at the Tower Hill State Game Reserve and thousands of glow worms at Melba Gully State Park. For a change of pace, you can also explore some...
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             <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 16:23:08 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Phillip Island</title>
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Phillip Island   About an hour and a half drive from the Melbourne CBD, Phillip Island is a veritable wonderland for both foreign and organic tourists alike.   For those fauna lovers; see koalas and waterbirds in the wild at Rhyll and watch the much loved ‘little penguins’ (that used to be known as fairy penguins) waddle home at dusk on Summerland Beach – a truly magical site, and a Phillip Island must see, but don’t forget to rug up in winter months!    For a different kind of wild life, visit the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, home to...
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             <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:08:09 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Lake St Clair</title>
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Lake St Clair's scenic beauty is characterised by pretty coves and beaches interspersed among moraines formed by glaciers. In total, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park covers 161,000 hectares (397,840 acres) of Tasmania's highlands.  The vegetation mix of the area is a legacy of thousands of years of burning by Aboriginal people. Wildlife is prolific, and you are likely to see wallabies and a wide variety of birds at Cynthia Bay. If you're lucky, you'll also catch sight of a platypus, echidna or wombat. In summer, rangers provide walks, talks and slide shows that are a great introduction to...
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             <pubDate>Tue, 18 May 2010 10:35:35 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Geraldine 4WD Recreation Park</title>
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Geraldine 4WD Recreation Park opened in January 2010 and caters for people or groups who are four wheel drive enthusiasts.     The four wheel drive Park consists of 2250 hectares of undulating country to use as your four wheel drive playground. A working sheep / wool property ideal for four wheel drive use. With plenty of tracks to play on you can either follow a set route or go your own way. Camping facilities available for those wishing to stay. Geraldine 4WD Recreation Park wants you to enjoy safe four wheel driving for all levels of experience. ...
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             <pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:36:29 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Mt Buller</title>
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As Victoria's most accessible alpine resort, Mt Buller is only 248 kilometres (approximately 3.5 hours) from Melbourne via either the Hume Highway or the Melba Highway through the Yarra Valley. With Mount Buller’s close proximity to Melbourne, heading over for a day trip is a viable plan.    While Mt Buller is home to one of Australia’s most popular ski resorts in the winter, during summer months you can still explore every inch of Buller's stunning scenery. Head off on foot on hiking trails, saddle up and join a tour with local horsemen, or make your way to...
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             <pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:03:34 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Wineglass Bay</title>
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Let your eyes follow the perfect curve where white sand meets turquoise waters and you will know why Wineglass Bay consistently rates among the top ten beaches in the world.  Wineglass Bay, along with Cradle Mountain, is recognised across the world as one of Tasmania’s iconic destinations. But, there is more to this east coast gem than simply capturing your perfect-postcard snap from the lookout. Located in Freycinet National Park, the region is so naturally stunning and blissfully pure that it’s easy to feel as if you are an early French explorer setting first foot on Wineglass  Bay. ...
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             <pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:52:36 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Gippsland</title>
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If you’re after a challenge in your 4WD, look no further than Gippsland. With many unsealed roads and tracks throughout its forests, fern gullies and mountain ranges, it proves a perfect destination for adventure seeking drivers.     The Alpine National Park and the surrounding high country are popular for spectacular scenery and challenging terrain as is Mt Baw Baw National Park near Walhalla. The legendary Wonnangatta Station tour and the Dargo/Grant diggings are famous Victorian four-wheel driving tours.     During the wetter months of the year many roads and tracks are closed to the public (usually...
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             <pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:16:21 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>The Gulf Savannah</title>
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The Gulf Savannah region extends from the Great Dividing Range in the east to the Northern Territory border in the west. The Gulf Savannah region is a country of golden grasslands abounding with wildlife, mining heritage, great rivers and stunning outback landscapes. Try your hand at gem fossicking, enjoy amazing fishing, view the incredible diversity of bird life and wildlife or experience the preserved history of frontier towns.         The Gulf Savannah is an interesting region to visit all year. However during the monsoon season, transportation methods must be carefully considered, as...
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             <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:27:29 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Cape York</title>
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Located on the northernmost tip of Australia, Cape York Peninsula is a wild and sparsely populated wilderness area that is only accessible during the dry months from April to December.        The seemingly undeveloped land of Cape York will surprise and delight. The dusty tracks contrast dramatically with the abundant rivers, crystal clear creeks and spectacular waterfalls. This is a vast area of unexplored wilderness, magnificent national parks, sacred Aboriginal sites, unexplored rainforest, rugged mountains and swampy marshlands. This is a land of climatic extremes where the creeks run dry or ten feet high....
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             <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:18:17 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Wombat State Forest and Lerderderg State Park</title>
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Approximately 90 kilometres from Melbourne, the Wombat State Forest and adjoining Lerderderg State Park offer enthusiasts numerous 4WD tracks and forestry roads, some of which are difficult with steep gradients and rocky sections.     There are numerous picnic spots throughout the forest to enjoy during a break. This forest is still actively logged so watch for logging trucks and motorcyclists who take trail bikes along these popular tracks.      Many roads in the Lerderderg State Park are closed between June and the beginning of November as the park is within a water catchment area. This limits roads...
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             <pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:08:59 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Barrington Tops National Park</title>
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Barrington Tops is a well-known destination for 4WD-drivers just two and a half hours out of Sydney.     There are a wide variety of plants and animals to see and Barrington Tops protects over 50 threatened species.     There are many different activities that can be enjoyed by the entire family at Barrington Tops including bushwalking, four wheel driving, swimming, canoeing and horse riding. The bushwalks vary from short easy walks for those wanting a relaxing time to steep overnight treks for those out for an adventure.     It’s a great...
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             <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 09:57:39 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>Simpson Desert National Park</title>
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Spanning 1,012,000 hectares in the arid outback, this is Queensland's largest protected area. Parallel wind-blown sand dunes dominate the landscape. Some extend 200 kilometres and reach 90 metres high. Saltpans and gibber-ironstone flats occupy interdunal areas. More than 180 species of birds, including the Eyrean grasswren, and numerous mammals and reptiles live in the park.       Be sure to visit Big Red, the largest sand dune. At Poeppels Corner, attempt to stand in two states and a territory at once. Camp and admire the expansive night sky and make sure you take binoculars and a...
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             <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:25:11 GMT</pubDate>
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             <title>North Stradbroke Island</title>
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North Stradbroke Island or “Straddie” as it is affectionately known, is situated about 30kms south east of Brisbane.    One of the world’s largest sand islands, the eastern side of the island offers kilometres of white sandy beaches and pounding surf while the western side enjoys the calmer waters of Moreton Bay and fishing townships.    The island’s unspoilt beaches are perfect for swimming, surfing, snorkeling and scuba diving and the surrounding waters are home to a wide range of marine life including migrating humpback whales, dolphins, turtles and manta rays.  Head up to Point Lookout...
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             <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 09:52:53 GMT</pubDate>
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