Australia has hundreds and hundreds of magnificent bird species to view, from bustards, bee-eaters, and buttonquails to penguins, petrels, and parrots.

Become immersed in and retrace the fascinating cultures of the Indigenous peoples of Australia-- regarded as the world’s oldest continuous culture it traces back to at least 50,000 years.

QLD is littered with national parks, so clearly some escape attention. It’s time to change that.  

From bulging pieces of fruit and oversized statues to massive creatures and ‘what the?’ objects, Australia’s collection of big things is many and varied.

We’ve searched high and low to find the best gorges in the country, emphasising those that aren’t too far off the beaten track.

Witness Australia’s immense beauty from one of the best vantage points imaginable – high above the ground.

Australia is a diver’s paradise. Easy access to shipwrecks, unforgettable interactions with marine life, and a rich array of colours make the underwater world irresistible. Here's the lowdown on Australia’s diving hotspots.

We’ve rounded up a super selection of things to do in North Queensland.

The buzz in the air is gripping as a chattering, good-natured crowd wanders colour-filled stalls, with the smells of delicious cuisine wafting through the air.

Australia is encircled by thousands of kilometres of breathtaking coastline, which gifts us with an incredible aquatic playground.

Holidays are the perfect time to tackle a mountain climb and these beauties have high rewards.

Want to appreciate rainforest, reef, or rugged surrounds? Tourism Australia will steer you in the right direction with this superb selection of touring routes.

North QLD bursts with postcard-perfect settings, from reef to rainforest and plenty more. You’re in for a visual treat.