The extent of the bushfires this year is unprecedented. Record breaking high temperatures along with a long standing drought has resulted in a perfect storm of tinder dry land and enough heat to fuel fires that have burnt out of control for months. And the end is, sadly, not in sight.ย The intensity of the […]
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Nov
Nov
Just over 2 years ago we committed ourselves to achieving a goal of operating on a 100% Carbon Neutral basis by 2020. As we approach the end of 2019, and with just a couple of months to go, we are thrilled to say that we are on track to doing just that! This is a […]
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Nov
Nov
If you find yourself cruising the east coast, you’ll sooner or later find yourself at the idyllic beachside town and wanting things to do in Rainbow Beach. This cute little enclave is one of our pick up points for tours to Fraser Island but one that is well worth hanging out in for a couple […]
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Nov
Nov
If you’re after a slice of island life, you’ve come to the right place. The islands around Australia number a mind blowing 8,222 and are as diverse as the country itself, from tropical palm tree fringed specks of land to chilly wind swept, rocky outcrops where the only residents are of the feathered and beaked […]
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Nov
Nov
While it isn’t advisable to snorkel in the waters around Fraser Island due to strong rip tides and aย large and healthy shark population, among other things, it’s definitely still worth packing your mask and flippers for some fraser island snorkelling. The multitude of freshwater lakes and creeks, plus ocean rock pools such as the […]
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Oct
Oct
Think of backpacker jobs in Australia and you might think low paid and difficult work, with long hours for little reward both in experience and money. But as is the case everywhere, this is both true and not true, and it all depends on the employer, the location and the job itself. Here Are Top […]
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Sep
Sep
The old adage of โless is bestโ when it comes to packing still rings true. A few carefully selected items will prove much more useful than a ton of stuff packed just in case of this or that scenario. The ultimate travel checklist should be smart, light and handy. Here are our top 3 tips […]
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Sep
Sep
If you’re planning a trip to Fraser Island โ and you really should be – the chances are you’ll be visiting Hervey Bay. This tropical little town is, alongside Noosa, one of the main hubs for tours to Fraser Island. But Hervey Bay isn’t just a transport hub, between July and November it’s also one […]
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Sep
Sep
Almost every traveller to Australia will have heard of the largest sand island in the world. A wild island full of pristine lakes, unique wildlife and beaches for roads. But you may well be asking, where is Fraser Island? Followed swiftly by, crikey that’s a long way! what is there to see along the way? […]
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Aug
Aug
When it comes to travelling on a budget, it (literally) pays to plan ahead. Hoping to turn up and stumble across bargain digs at the drop of a hat is both risky and unnecessary. Trying that on an island and your chances of landing somewhere plummets even further.ย Fraser Island is such a popular stop […]