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Canberra, South Coast & Wollongong CANBERRA
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June 2021 - June 2022 Out & About
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Queanbeyan -
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You’ve run out of ideas, the weekend is coming up and you’ve got that birthday Gold Creek 16
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We’ll let you know what’s on and where, how much it is and try to help the
budget with some special deals and vouchers! Batemans Bay 29
There are also puzzles, games, competitions and birthday party ideas to keep the
kids entertained. SHOALHAVEN
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Bargain Car Rentals 4 Cockington Green Gardens 17 Shoalhaven Swim Sport Fitness Centres 36
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Discovery Parks 5 Kiama
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Canberra
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National Capital Exhibit Inside Front Cover
Quizzic Alley 4, 11 Merimbula Shellharbour
ACT Visitor Centre 6 Merimbula Aquarium & Wharf Restaurant 26 Shellharbour Bowl 38
Telstra Tower 7 Tween Waters Holiday Park 27 Tourism Shellharbour 38
National Library of Australia 9 The Shell Harbour Club 39
Canberra Theatre Centre 10 Narooma The Links Shell Cove Mini Golf 39
Blundells Cottage 12 BIG4 Narooma Easts Holiday Park 28
St John’s Schoolhouse Museum 13 Wollongong
Play/Party HARS Museum 40
Batemans Bay Tradies 41
Warehouse Circus 19 Batemans Bay Soldiers Club 29 Illawarra Golf Complex 42
Basketball ACT 20 Big 4 Batemans Bay Easts Holiday Park 30 Little Stompers 42
Netball ACT 21 Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort 43
Power Kart Raceway 22, 23 Ulladulla
Stay
Queanbeyan-Palerang Funland Ulladulla 31
Crowne Plaza Canberra 46
Queanbeyan Council 14 Huskisson Alivio Tourist Park 47
The Q - Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre 15 Jervis Bay Maritime Museum 32 The Novotel Canberra 48
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Really, really important stuff
Public Holidays School Holidays Public Holidays School Holidays
ACT 2021/22 ACT 2021/22 NSW 2021/22 NSW 2021/22
4 Oct Labour Day Winter - 2 Aug Bank Holiday Winter -
25 Dec Christmas Day 26 Jun - 11 Jul 28 Jun - 9 Jul
4 Oct Labour Day
26 Dec Boxing Day Spring - 25 Dec Christmas Day Spring -
1 Jan New Year’s Day 18 Sept - 4 Oct 26 Dec Boxing Day 20 Sept - 1 Oct
26 Jan Australia Day Summer - 1 Jan New Year’s Day Summer -
14 Mar Canberra Day 18 Dec - 30 Jan 2022 26 Jan Australia Day 20 Dec - 27 Jan 2022
Autumn - 15 Apr Good Friday Autumn -
15 Apr Good Friday
9 Apr 2022 - 25 Apr 2022 18 Apr Easter Monday 11 Apr 2022 - 22 Apr 2022
18 Apr Easter Monday
25 Apr Anzac Day 25 Apr ANZAC Day
13 Jun Queens Birthday
30 May Reconciliation Day
13 June Queens Birthday Time
The whole of the ACT and NSW is on the same time
zone Eastern Standard Time (EST). This is the same
Weather
time zone as Melbourne, Sydney, Hobart and Brisbane!
With a mainly dry climate, the weather in Canberra
Adelaide and Darwin are half an hour behind Canberra.
is warm in Summer and cold in Winter.
Perth is two hours behind.
The hottest month is January with an average
maximum temperature of 27.7°C and the coldest
Daylight Savings begins on 3rd October 2021
month in Canberra is July with an average maximum
in ACT and NSW, and will conclude on 3rd April 2022.
temperature of 11.2°C
Tourist Information Centres
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Out & About - Canberra
Australia’s capital city, Canberra, is nestled
Photo courtesy of Tourism ACT
between two mountains – Black Mountain and
Mt Ainslie and is located on the ancient lands
of the Indigenous Ngunnawal people, who call
it “Kamberra” meaning “meeting place”. Well
considering it is the place chosen for our Federal
Parliament to meet, then it is well named!!
After school, on the weekend, for the holidays, in
the city, by the lake, in the hills, or at the myriad of
parks in and around Canberra there are hundreds of
things to do. So let’s get exploring – Firstly, lace up the walking
Historic museums, natural beauty, national sporting shoes and take a hike up Red Hill for spectacular
teams, hands on learning experiences - Canberra is views over the city. At the top, reward yourself with
full of surprises! With only a short two hour drive a chai or hot choccie at Little Brother Restaurant
from the pristine beaches of NSW’s South Coast where you can enjoy the panoramic views whilst
and the High Country’s beautiful snow capped giving your feet a bit of R&R.
mountains, there is really no other place where so Bringing together a world-class museum, a shrine and
much is all so close. an extensive archive, the Australian War Memorial is
Canberra City is known as “Civic” and is situated a moving and insightful experience for both young
on the banks of Lake Burley Griffin (named for the and old. Discover the diverse Australian experiences
architect of the city) and is dotted with interesting of war and connect with the stories of people and
places to visit and engage with. It forms one point of events that shaped Australia. 90 minute guided tours
the “Parliamentary Triangle” together with Parliament are available at 10 am, 10.15 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm
House and Defence Headquarters. It sounds serious, and 2 pm daily.
but it is jam-packed with fun family activities. (Currently not operating due to Covid Regulations).
Canberra
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See Canberra from the sky!
TELSTRA TOWER
An experience like nothing
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Black Mountain and offers 360°
panoramic views of Canberra
and its surrounding regions
from two viewing platforms and
an indoor viewing gallery.
Telstra Tower is open
9am - 10pm every day, including
public holidays, with free
parking available!
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Out & About - Canberra
Parliament House is located on Capital Hill. There
are plenty of things to see and do. You’re welcome QUIZZIC ALLEY
to explore all of the public areas at your leisure, POTTERHEADS FLOCK TO NEW SYDNEY STORE!
including the most significant features of the building It’s only been open since Christmas but Quizzic Alley
such as the roof, the Marble Foyer and the Great in Drummoyne is already on the must-do list for
Hall, and of course, you can watch the House of almost anyone visiting Sydney, especially fans of the
Representatives and the Senate from the galleries. world’s most popular book series.
Or, to get the most out of your experience, take a Quizzic Alley stocks the biggest range of
tour with one of the expert guides. officially licensed Harry Potter merchandise in
Australia’s stories come alive at the National the country and is the brainchild of Paralympic
legend and amputee Michael Milton,
Museum of Australia. The Museum’s stunning
aka Nearly Legless Mick!
architecture provides an extraordinary place to
explore the rich and diverse stories of Australia Quizzic Alley has taken over the old Bank of
and its people. Take a guided tour or wander solo New South Wales building on Victoria Rd in
through the many exhibitions. Get to know the real, Drummoyne and transformed it into a store full
of magic, an experience that regularly reduces
the treasured, the surprising and the inspirational
hard-core fans to tears.
objects from Australian history.
“Some people are quite overwhelmed when
they first enter and it’s really wonderful to watch
the wide-eyed look of wonder on fan’s faces,
young and old. The store is a magical and
Photo courtesy of Tourism ACT
happy place to be and is so much more than a
place to buy gifts and merchandise,” said Mick.
You can try a glass of QBrew - Quizzic Alley’s
own magical butterscotch drink - check out the
original bank vault or just relax in the common
room areas.
At Kspace, the Museum’s new interactive kids’
adventure game played in teams of 4, kids design a
time-travelling robot and enter a Time Pod blasting
them back to a mystery location in Australia’s past.
Head for Old Parliament House where politics and
history are not just for the adults. Kids can dress up
But the Sydney store is not the first Quizzic Alley.
as the Duke and Duchess of York as they were when
Mick opened the first one in his home town of
they opened the building in 1927. At Old Parliament
Canberra almost three years ago and it’s been
House, there are always extra special activities for a huge success.
kids during school holidays.
“Every weekend, every school holidays, during
The National Library (see opposite) always has the ski season… we get a lot of Potterheads
something going on for families. From free tours, to travelling to Canberra just to visit Quizzic Alley.
Canberra
a dedicated children’s space to special school holiday The building and the theming inside is very
activities and programs, there is a constantly changing different to the Sydney store so it’s well worth
calendar of events and exhibitions. Drop in and see visiting both,” said Mick.
what’s on now! Each school holidays Quizzic Alley hosts free
activities for all visitors.
Visit the Royal Australian Mint to learn the stories
To find out more, seek them out on Facebook
behind every Australian coin in your pocket, purse or and Instagram @quizzicalley or on their website
piggy bank. View fascinating historical coins, see robots quizzically.com.
make tomorrow’s coins and strike a coin yourself!
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Get up close and personal with some of the world’s
most amazing creatures at the National Zoo &
Photo courtesy of Tourism ACT
Aquarium. From lions to giraffes and monkeys, the
Zoo features a variety of native and exotic animals, as
well as the largest inland saltwater tank in Australia.
Whether you’re into comedy or circus, drama or
dance, there’s a performance to suit your fancy at
the Canberra Theatre Centre (see below).
Sometimes the best days spent together as a family
Discover the smarter way to have fun at Questacon are the simplest. A day spent riding bikes around iconic
– The National Science and Technology Centre. Lake Burley Griffin is guaranteed to be a hit.
Free-fall down a six-metre slide, freeze your own Pedal past the Captain Cook Memorial Jet and perhaps
shadow, experience an earthquake or challenge finish up with a play on the fantastic “Castle Playground”
a robot to a game of air hockey. Questacon’s (complete with stone towers and tunnels).
exhibitions cover a range of science topics, from
astronomy to zoology and everything in between. Cruises, nature parks, fantastic playgrounds, world
class sporting events, nearby natural swimming holes,
Adrenaline junkies will love Canberra’s Power Kart snow play areas and mountain biking are all at your
Raceway (p.22), an exhilarating racing experience fingertips in Canberra, and (contrary to popular
featuring world class electric go-karts on an Formula belief), it is all so quick and easy to get to.
One style indoor circuit.Together with its indoor
glow-in-the-dark mini golf course, synthetic ice skating So far a weekend, a week or a month, Canberra has
rink and arcade machines, Power Kart Raceway is the soooooo much to offer families. And the best part?
perfect destination for those who live life in the fun lane! Thanks to our tax dollars, a whole lot of it is FREE!!
Canberra
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Whoever said “You don’t get something for
Photo courtesy of Tourism ACT
nothing” was WRONG!!
Let us show you how to spend a day or even a week
in and around Canberra, where you can see and do
lots ... and spend nothing! (Or just a little).
So, round up a posse and get out there and do it!!
30 Things to do on the cheap!!
1. Take Canberra’s free City Loop bus so you can see
many of the major sights without anyone needing a 6. The Royal Australian Mint in Deakin, is an
nap or getting tired feet. interesting place to visit for all ages where kids enjoy
2. Take the kids to play on the National Arboretum’s watching the three robots in the factory, including
Pod Playground that looks like a work of art but Titan the strongest robot. For the best viewing, visit
features giant acorn cubbies, nest swings, net tunnels on a weekday when the factory is in operation.
and a spiral slide for kids to explore. Grown ups can 7. Canberra Glassworks on the Kingston Foreshore
admire the spectacular scenery from the safety of is a great place for kids who are interested in art to
firm land. watch glass blowers in action, before enjoying lunch
3. They’re a little off the beaten track but at the family friendly Brodburger downstairs. During
Gibraltar Falls, Canberra’s only waterfall, makes for school holidays they have classes to make their own
a gentle, picturesque bushwalk older kids will enjoy. glass art.
The site has picnic tables, so take a thermos and 8. The Canberra Theatre Centre (see opposite) has
lunch to dine al fresco. regular kids performances for all ages, particularly in
4. Take a one-hour cruise of Lake Burley Griffin and school holidays. (Costs a little).
find out all about Canberra’s central features. 9. Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve in Paddy’s River is
Enjoy a spray from the Captain Cook Memorial Jet located 45 minutes from the CBD, west of the city.
as you float by (costs a little). This nature reserve has bush walks, playground, koala
5. Just 25 minutes out of the CBD, Cotter Avenue Reserve walks, platypus pools and The Sanctuary - a 2.1km
has everything you need for a day out. Cook lunch on the boardwalk around the wetlands. Pay an entry fee per
barbeque facilities, go for a swim in the Murrumbidgee car. Also, west of the city is Namadgi National Park
River and check out the Cotter Dam wall before taking (Tharwa), which also offers bushwalks and aboriginal
one of the reserve’s many walking trails. sites to visit. Free entry.
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Out & About - Canberra
Wendouree Drive, Parkes
10. The National Museum of Australia in Acton, has a Discover Canberra’s early history through
dedicated kids area called KSpace which is open daily visiting this unique historic time capsule.
- ideal for primary school aged children. Free entry. Fun for the whole family.
Visit nca.gov.au for current opening
11. Questacon located in Parkes, is Canberra’s most information.
popular tourist attraction for families and it is easy Or take a virtual tour,
to see why. With split levels of interactive science scan QR code below.
experiments and activities, it is a winner for all ages.
(Costs a little)
12. See what early Canberran life was like at Blundells
Cottage (see opposite).Tours and activities are run regularly.
13. Soak up the scintillating views at Red Hill, a
lookout located to the south of the city centre. In
autumn and winter, the brilliant red and orange hues 17. Mount Ainslie Lookout offers an impressive
of the treetops are especially breathtaking. and well-earned view after a trek up the mountain
starting near the Australian War Memorial.
18. Lanyon Homestead is one of Australia’s premier
Photo courtesy of Tourism ACT
historic properties. The 1859 Homestead, has been
beautifully restored and furnished.
19. Relax and take in a free film at the National Sound
and Film Archive. Check website for screening details.
20. Get arty at the National Gallery of Australia.They
have a LOT of kids, activities that change regularly.
14.Take a drive up to Telstra Tower, (p.7) the iconic
symbol (other than Parliament House) of Canberra
(costs a little).
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15. Quizzic Alley (p.11) is the most magical shop in
Australia. Pile into a replica of the Weasley’s flying Corin Forest Mountain Retreat
Ford Anglia, sip on a creamy butterscotchy QBrew
Canberra
(Tidbinbilla Range) is located 50 minutes from
(a delicious take on Butterbeer), pop on the sorting Canberra’s CBD up high in the mountains.
hat and talk all things magical. It has the Southern Hemispheres longest
16. See a whole community of miniature buildings, bobsled ride in summer and in winter it has a
people, animals and adventures at Cockington Green snow play area for the kids with tobogganing
Gardens (p.17). Don’t miss the details - look closely and a small ski slope. Cost per snow session
to see what those tiny people are doing. and deals for multiple bobsled rides.
(Costs a little)
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21. Head to the National Capital Exhibition (Inside
Photo courtesy of Tourism ACT
Front Cover) and discover how the city went from
the drawing board to reality.
22. Find out about democracy in Australia and
explore the heritage spaces and exhibitions housed
at the Museum of Old Democracy at Old Parliament
House. Get creative during the free daily craft
sessions in PlayUP (costs a little).
23. Join an expert guide on a tour of both chambers
of Parliament House, the Marble Foyer, Great Hall, 26. Bike Riding around Lake Burley Griffin is ideal for
Members’ Hall and the Parliament art collection. kids bikes and scooters as it has flat bike paths for
easy riding. A popular way to begin is to park your
24. Do the Bridge to Bridge walk. It’s about 5km
car at the National Library and ride along
long. If you coincide it with lunch you can enjoy
Queen Elizabeth Terrace.
the music of the National Carillon which is played
from 12.30 to 1.20pm on Wednesdays and Sundays. 27. Skate Parks in Canberra are a great way for kids to
Otherwise, the Carillon chimes its 23 bells on the practice their skateboarding or scooter skills and watch the
hour and half hour throughout the day. older kids in action. Grind and flip at Belconnen Skatepark,
Tuggeranong Skatepark, Erindale Skatepark to name a few,
25. Stromlo Forest Bike Park, Weston Creek, is
with the best being Belconnen.
an exciting area for older kids to ride their BMXs
on the downhill tracks and it also has a flat cycle 28. Jerrabomberra Wetlands in Fyshwick has a walk
path (the Criterium Circuit) which is popular with around the wetlands, Kelly’s Loop, which has little
families on weekends. There is also a small track and hideouts to watch the birds. Suitable for older kids
playground area for younger kids. Free. who enjoy birdwatching - take your binoculars. Free.
29. Big Splash Waterpark located in Macquarie
HANDY HINT is open in Summer only and is Canberra’s only
waterpark with twisty slides and pools for all ages.
The Australian National Botanical Gardens are
(Costs a little)
a great spot to have a picnic before getting
acquainted with some native flora and fauna. 30. Look at our Wot’s On (p.44) section to see what
See how many birds you can spot. other events or happenings are on for families this week!
ST JOHN’S SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM
www.stjohnscanberra.org 45 Constitution Avenue, Reid
DISCOVER CANBERRA’S COLONIAL PAST at
St John’s Schoolhouse, opened 1845
Visit Canberra’s first School, now part of the
Canberra
historic precinct of
St John’s Church and Churchyard.
Opening hours for Schoolhouse Museum:
Wednesdays 10am-12pm,
Saturday and Sunday 2-4pm
Schools and other groups also welcome on weekdays.
For tour bookings contact Diana on 0427 430 158.
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If you’re looking for your next family roadtrip on
a meandering road through memorable towns WORTH A LOOK!
and villages, the Treasure Trail is a must-do. Families are in for a treat at Queanbeyan’s
Dotted with many exquisite gems just waiting to be very own The Q – Queanbeyan Performing
uncovered, the trail traverses through Queanbeyan, Arts Centre, featuring genuine family shows
Bungendore and Braidwood along the Kings Highway, ranging from intimate and enchanting theatrical
right on the doorstep of the nation’s capital and the experiences to side-splitting adventure guaranteed
pristine coastline of Southern NSW. to thrill and entertain the little ones.
Go back in time with Braidwood’s Heritage Walk of
The Queanbeyan-Palerang region is home to over 148
colonial buildings brimming with antiques, specialty shops
beautiful parks, gardens, recreation areas and playgrounds.
and charming cafes, or immerse yourself in the region’s
A visit to Ryrie Park in Braidwood is one of the most
gold mining history with a visit to Captains Flat.
popular stops for families in the area. The playground
boasts a carousel, a basket swing, a slide, rope bridges,
swings, spring rockers, climbing walls and monkey bars,
a sensory garden, flying foxes and much more.
Cool off at QPRC Aquatics in Queanbeyan,
Bungendore, Braidwood and Captains Flat, which
offer a range of common programs and services
including leisurely swimming, school holiday swim
programs and toddler play.
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city in the warm Load the car up with a picnic and some camping
and welcoming country town of Bungendore, gear and take in the great outdoors with a trip to
or take the family for a day outdoors at Googong one of the region’s many lush national parks and
Foreshores, with plenty to discover at historic sites, nature reserves.
such as the London Bridge Arch, to spectacular
Hike to fascinating natural landmarks, cycle through
landscapes and endless recreation opportunities,
picturesque forest trails, or simply settle back,
including picnics and BBQs, birdwatching,
Queanbeyan-Palerang
breathe in some fresh country air and keep an eye
bushwalking, mountain bike rides, kayaking and fishing.
out for native birds and wildlife.
Braidwood, Bungendore and Queanbeyan are all home Cool off with a refreshing swim or throw a line in to
to numerous studios, galleries and exhibition spaces catch some beautiful freshwater fish before setting
showcasing the talent and creativity of local artists. up camp under the starry sky.
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17Out & About - Gold Creek
Gold Creek Village in Canberra’s north is the
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definition of a family day out. With plenty of
attractions, adventures for kids, and speciality stores
– all within easy walking distance – you could easily
spend a whole weekend in this charming precinct.
The National Dinosaur Museum (see below) is
located at the entrance to Gold Creek Village, with
at least a dozen life-like dinosaur statues out the Cockington Green Gardens (see opposite) is a quaint
front to welcome you in. For kids of all ages, this is family friendly experience, where visitors walk around
a fun area to run around on its own, exploring and the gardens and marvel at the miniature English
touching all the different types of dinosaurs. villages on display.
Upstairs walk around the small museum and look at
the exhibits and read about the various dinosaurs Walk around and look closely at the miniature
through the ages. Many of the dinosaur statues inside figurines telling stories in the displays, which will
are robotic and on a sensor, so when you walk by make you smile and often chuckle. You may see
they turn their heads to look at you - guaranteed to a robber climbing out of a chimney with police
give the kids a squeal! figurines positioned underneath, or a streaker getting
chased at a football match. There are also small toy
trains that you can press buttons to make stop and
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start through the village, as well as a real miniature
steam train to ride on
Get up close and personal with beautiful feathered
friends at the large, leafy Canberra Walk In Aviary
(see opposite). Home to almost 400 free-flying bird
species the kids will love the chance to feed them
and cute photos are guaranteed.
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After paying your entrance fee, visitors are given
a plate of cut apples and mealworms to feed to WORTH A LOOK!
the birds. Depending on how hungry the birds are, In Gold Creek Village, a popular place for kids
lorikeets may be attracted to your plate as soon as parties and get togethers is “Adore Tea”.
you walk in, however keep walking along the paths This Cafe has over 300 types of tea to choose
and discover new and beautiful species. from. With kids’ size milkshakes and a good
selection of kids’ savoury and sweet snacks on
The Canberra Reptile Zoo (p.17) is a small private the menu, they will be sure to love it!
zoo with over 50 different types of species of
reptiles and frogs on display. Another Gold Creek Village hotspot is the Lolly
What they may lack in size, they make up for in Shop. Destined to bring out the Willy Wonka in you,
interaction, as there are staff members walking around the Lolly Shop sells a sweet selection of all your
with reptiles for kids to touch and learn about. childhood favourites including freckles, Dutch salted
Come face to face with some of Australia’s largest, liquorice, Reece’s Pieces and the entire range of
deadliest and most colourful reptiles or pet a python. Jelly Belly jelly beans.
It is this hands-on interaction the kids will remember! After your busy day exploring, why not grab a drink
or meal at the old English pub, the George Harcourt
Inn? Their large covered beer garden is popular all
year round and the open fireplace is a fantastic spot
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to cosy up with a beverage in hand.
Gold Creek Village is an enjoyable area to wander
around for all ages any time of the year, with shops
to browse, historical points of interest to learn about,
attractions to visit and a variety of eateries to try. It is
an easy village to explore, just park your car and then
walk the village by foot. It’s a perfect family day out.
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Kids of all ages love to play. Canberra
has some great parks, playgrounds and
gardens where the whole family can walk,
run, swim, climb, ride or picnic, get up close
and personal with animals or just sit still and
watch the world go by.
There is something for all tastes, no matter what
the season!!
This school
Whether it’s playing sport, visiting a park or the
term!
beach, petting an animal or ‘tearing it up” at an
awesome playground. Learn to flip, fly,
juggle, and more
Here is a selection of places for you to try! with Canberra's
one and only
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The National Arboretum Canberra
A massive botanical garden with a focus on trees.
The Arboretum is the most renowned of all the
Canberra parks and a must visit for enthusiasts.
You can visit 94 different types of forest and see
lovely sculptures, enjoy the shop and the cafe.
They have heaps of kid’s activities too.
Black Mountain Peninsula
This is the perfect summer playground –
22.2 hectares of foreshore parkland with lots of grass
for natural play, water for swimming and paddling,
and some lovely beaches and water’s edge to stroll
along. There are also picnic areas, drinking fountains
and all-ability-access playgrounds, which make it a
great option for everyone.
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Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
Tidbinbilla is without a doubt a place not to be
missed in the Nation’s Capital. Explore more than
20 marked walking trails, ranging from an easy
15-minute stroll to an all-day bushwalk. Some of the Term programs for all
most popular trails allow for glimpses of platypus, ages and abilities
possums, wombats, echidnas, emus and many other
birds and reptiles. Once you arrive at Tidbinbilla you Enrol today at:
need to go into the visitor’s information centre and
pay $14.00 – this is money well spent as you can
spend a whole day exploring the reserve
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John Knight Memorial Park
An idyllic spot on the shores of Lake Ginninderra,
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John Knight Memorial Park is popular with Canberra
families and it’s common to see several generations
picnicking together under the trees. The playground
includes a treehouse, flying fox and play sculpture;
and reptile-lovers are in for a treat with the Snake
House’s large timber climbing unit featuring a wave
board and nest spinner, a climbing net, shop counter
Corin Forest with a snake theme and voice tubes for children to
During winter Corin Forest provides Canberra’s only speak to each other across the play area. There are
snow experience. Rug up and get set for beginner also plenty of water birds to watch.
skiing or boarding, with lessons from trained
instructors available. Join snow play for tobogganing,
snowmen and snowball fights. Afterwards, warm up DID YOU KNOW
with a hot chocolate and roast marshmallows by the
roaring open fire in the lodge. Hit the court during the school holidays with
Basketball ACT (BACT). Offering a range of school
Ridgeline Park holiday camps, for all levels of experience, at both
Denman Prospect’s flagship park is an exciting new Belconnen and Tuggeranong, Basketball ACT can
adventure playground packed with high tunnels, “grow your game”. Focussing on skills, drills, games
colourful jumping stones, enormous climbing nets and fun, BACT’s School Holiday Camps will sharpen
and epic slides. your skills and get you ready for tip-off. You can
There’s a flying fox and swings, and plenty of shady also sign up for our other development programs –
spaces for grown-ups to sit and watch their little delivered across Canberra each school term.
ones. Don’t miss the epic views out over the suburb, Find out further details at www.basketballact.com.au
the Arboretum and across to the city centre.
Game development program for 5-10 year olds. A national coaching curriculum includes
warm-up games, skill activities and modified games.
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A range of school holiday camps aimed at 5-17 year olds that focus on improving
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Further details about programs, school holiday camps and registration details can be found at
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PLAYGROUNDS
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Adventure Playground
Take the children along to the Adventure Playground
in Kambah to let off some steam. This playground has
been designed to meet the needs of toddlers, juniors
and teenagers. There’s a tree house, junior and senior
flying foxes, giant swings, space net and wheelchair
accessible liberty swing. Skaters and BMX riders can
try the challenging half-pipe.
Cotter Avenue
Boundless Playground About 20 minutes drive from the city centre is
Boundless Playground in Kings Park, just off Kings Cotter Avenue, an absolute cracker of a playground
Avenue Bridge, is a fully secured playground and has and park area. There are grassed areas for running
a massive fort, a glider, a maze, giant swings and even around or tossing a ball, BBQs for sausage sizzles and
water cannons. Ramp access, low swings and loads picnics, and a great modern adventure playground—
of sensory features are throughout the playground all on the banks of the historic Cotter River. Facilities
making it inclusive for all ages and abilities. include short walking tracks to the Cotter Dam and
The playground is not far from the National Carillion river and limited camping at the adjacent Cotter
so you will be able to time how long you have been Campground. Take the Cotter Dam Discovery Trail,
at the playground by listening to the chiming bells lined with stories of Canberra’s water history.
every quarter of an hour! It features a 16-metre wide, amphitheatre style
viewing platform with majestic views of the dam
wall. It gets busy on warm weekends, and for good
reasons—it’s totally idyllic.
Barracks Flat Park - Queanbeyan
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A great park to relax in, and suitable for young and
older children. It has swings, a slide, climbers and
spinners for the young children in a gated area, so
the little ones can’t do a runner. The play equipment
is also shaded and there are toilets, BBQ’s and picnic
tables. For the older children, there is a half basketball
court, a grass area for kicking a ball and a bike track
with lots of dirt for jumping and stunts.
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The Pod Playground
National Arboretum, Forest Dr, Molonglo Valley WORTH A LOOK!
Canberra’s coolest and most unique playground.
The central feature of the playground is the Pods Gordon Playground in Canberra is one of the city’s
best kept secrets.Locals keep this one close to their
otherwise known as acorns and banksia huts. It’s
chest. But the secret’s out. Don’t miss it. It’s a HUGE
a multi age playground so your big kids can climb
play area, spread out over a massive area, with
through the acorns in the sky, and your little kids can
lots of things to climb, so be prepared to walk.
play in the banksia huts on the ground. There are There’s not a lot of shade, so hats and sunscreen
rope tunnels and tube slippery slides connecting all is a must.
of the acorns as well as port holes for kids to see
out of – the views over the surrounding Arboretum Weston Park
are spectacular. Back down on earth little ones Weston Park Rd,Yarralumla
will love playing with the musical instruments in This park has been a favourite with families for many
the banksia huts and mucking around in the sand years. Located on the water, it has a beach, cycle
pits as well as crawling and climbing all over the tracks, picnic shelters, BBQs, toilets, a cool playground
intriguing natural sculptures located throughout the and a miniature railway.
playground. All of the play equipment is spread out so you
don’t feel as though you are too crowded. The kids
will love playing with the mechanical sand diggers,
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climbing on the rope tower and yelling through the
speaker phones.
Check out the mini golf, petting zoo, miniature railway
and other attractions at Yarralumla Play Station.
Yerrabi Pond District Park
Nallie Hamilton Ave, Gungahlin
Commonwealth Park and Tunnel Playground If you’re exploring northside, this is a wonderful
Albert St, Parkes adventure playground which includes an all abilities
This 34.5 ha park is home to interesting sculptures, swing, multiple flying foxes, and a slide/climbing
hidden walks and ponds as well as lots of perfect picnic structure with cubby spaces underneath.
spots with BBQ facilities available. (It’s also the home of Other features include a skateboard/scooter area,
Floriade in Spring.) The “Tunnel Playground” is like an BBQs and shaded picnic areas under the trees.
underground playground, where kids can crawl through Like John Knight Park, Yerrabi Pond also features
stone tunnels and also up and over them. heaps of watery wildlife.
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LIKE A CHALLENGE?
SEE HOW MANY WORDS YOU CAN FIND
Arboretum
Q T O W E R T K T H R U D O M B T Beach
Q U I B W T Q S O H L A L V J E N Canberra
Cockington Green
O N E M J F O L A L Q H A N Y A E
Eden
S D G A Q L I V A O A V K O P C M Funland
W N X L N D I D T C C I E C F H A Gold Creek
I A S H A B U B K N A H G M Q E I Holiday
M L U Y V L E E R T I N T X N W L Lake
Library
M N Y B L D E Y Z A G M B U J O R
Nowra
I U K A C R I E A P R J L E O H A Parliament
N F X H C X G X Z N I Y B A R S P Queanbeyan
G A T D F A R B O R E T U M Y R Y Royal Mint
South Coast
E Y L N B I A R W O N D V C Q O A
Swimming
F O G N O G N O L L O W E A K I R Tower
G W A R M E M O R I A L Z R C S D Ulladulla
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Wollongong
HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW CANBERRA, WOLLONGONG
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2 3 4 3. The river that runs through Nowra
5. The name of the lake in Canberra
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6. What would you find at the top of
Black Mountain?
7. An awesome theme park on the South Coast
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9. The famous “blowhole” is located here
13. Where you can learn about the Anzacs
8 14. Canberra’s NRL team nickname
9 16. Wollongong’s Nickname
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1. Where you will find the Senate and
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House of Representatives
2. What animal can you see off the coast
at Jervis Bay?
14 15 4. Island off the coast of Narooma
8. Australia’s Capital city
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10. Old gold mining town near Canberra
11. Canberra’s AFL Stadium
12. Stadium in Wollongong
15. Australia’s Prime Minister’s nickname
South Coast. Yes please.Eden - Out & About
Eden, located on the shores of Twofold Bay and
surrounded by Ben Boyd National Park and WORTH A LOOK!
breathtaking beaches, will definitely take your Green Cape Lighthouse, around 45min south of
breath away. Eden, is the southernmost lighthouse in NSW and
It has the southernmost deep-water harbour in is steeped in seafaring history. Learn about disasters,
NSW, Twofold Bay, and is equidistant from both survival, and shipwrecks and climb the lighthouse
Sydney and Melbourne. stairs for fantastic views of the rugged coastline.
Twofold Bay was the site of one of Australia’s largest You’ll find plenty of shoreline vantage points around
whaling industries. Twofold Bay and along the coast in
Ben Boyd National Park.
The Eden Killer Whale Museum has been telling
Green Cape lookout is a popular spot.
Eden’s stories for more than 80 years and is home
to one of the only orca skeletons in the world — Whale sight-seeing cruises begin in September and
Old Tom, Eden’s famous killer whale. Old Tom was operate until late November. Daily cruises operate
the most boisterous of the killer whales that hunted during this time of year aboard Cat Balou Cruises
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baleen whales with the Davidson family in the 1800s. (see below). Spot dolphins, fur seals, and a variety
of bird life as you explore the magnificent, ancient
coastline of the Sapphire Coast. Cat Balou cruises
depart from Snug Cove in Twofold Bay
The annual Eden Whale Festival celebrates the
southern whale migration when whales feed in
Twofold Bay.
A natural paradise for whales, Eden is one of the Other things to do in Eden throughout the year
best whale-watching spots in Australia between May range from relaxing on beautiful sandy beaches to
and early November. great fishing, kayaking, bushwalking and snorkelling.
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Merimbula is a magic spot, marking the
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halfway mark on the drive from Melbourne
to Sydney (or vice versa) via the coast road.
Merimbula is part country town, and part seaside
village, with the famous oyster producing lake on
one side, and stunning beaches on the other. Its
reputation for being a top family holiday destination
is well deserved, and there is no shortage of places
to stay on any budget.
Merimbula and Sapphire Coast attractions are From sharks to shrimps, octopus to tropical fish, it’s
many and varied. Scattered along the coastline each all on display at the Merimbula Aquarium. It has 27
town offers its own unique activities and attractions, tanks and a fantastic 70,000 litre oceanarium full of
many of which are centered around the region’s large ocean fish and sharks. Head upstairs for fish and
stunning natural environment. Boasting beautiful chips, or cake and coffee and enjoy the spectacular
beaches, sparkling bays and lush national parks, there’s views of Merimbula’s bay and main beach.
something here for everyone. Set aside an hour or two to walk along the
From Bermagui to Tathra and Eden to Merimbula, impressive boardwalk. The walk is 3.5km in length
you’ll find everything from swimming, surfing, and snakes its way along the Merimbula Lake. It’s a
snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing, sailboarding, canoeing,
picturesque walk, with views out across the lake with
boating and even lake cruises. the oyster farms. Walking amongst the mangroves,
The waters of the Merimbula’s lakes and beaches are it’s a great spot to enjoy getting out into nature.
impressively clear and pristine. Down at the harbour Merimbula’s friendly neighbour, historical Pambula
you can watch marine animals, including large rays Village, offers many delights and has become well
glide under the wharf into the clear waters below. known for its boutique shopping and artistic bent.
Merimbula
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Browse the range of gorgeous specialist shops featuring
beautiful clothes, homewares, local, handmade and WORTH A LOOK!
much more - the way shopping used to be!
The Pinnacles of the Sapphire Coast is a stunning
Head to Magic Mountain for some serious family fun. red and white cliff face. It formed over 25 million
Start with the treetop climb. Families can scramble years ago to mark an old water table. It’s a unique
through the treetops, climb through ropes and zoom sight, particularly on a clear day. The contrast of a
high above the ground on flying foxes. If it’s hot - blue sky against the red and white is breathtaking.
head to the waterslides. Little kids will love the magic The Pinnacles are located within the Ben Boyd
slide, the jumping castles and the pirate’s playground. National Park, about 20 minutes south of
Merimbula.
At Potoroo Palace Native Sanctuary, animals roam
There’s an easy walking track (a 1km loop) to get to
freely in the park and can be hand fed, and others
the lookout point from the carpark.
you can meet in special one-on-one close encounters.
Many of the animals at the sanctuary are native to the
Merimbula area and some are very rare now. For a wonderful escape, Tathra is perfect.
Enjoy swimming, snorkelling and diving in
crystal-clear waters. Relax on gorgeous Tathra
Beach, explore the oldest deep-water timber wharf
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on Australia’s east coast, and taste freshly shucked
oysters grown in national park wilderness.
The iconic centrepiece of the town is the
heritage-listed Tathra Wharf, which opened in 1862
for the steam ships transporting goods and people
along the NSW South Coast. The timber structure
houses the fascinating Tathra Maritime Museum, as
well as the Wharf Local Coffee Bar & Gallery.
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Whether you are looking for a relaxing beach
holiday or a unique Australian adventure, WORTH A LOOK!
Narooma is an ideal destination. At the boat ramp, you can watch the seals,
pelicans and manta rays jostling for a free feed of
Most of Narooma’s attractions are all about the fish from the local fishermen as they return with
dramatic coastline, wildlife and being out on the their day’s catch.
water. You can snorkel or dive with Australian fur Nestled along the edge of the inlet from Bar Beach,
seals at Montague Island, watch pelicans, stingrays a stroll along Mill Bay Boardwalk is a great way to
and seals from the wharf, explore spectacular rock meet some of the local wildlife. The waters of the
formations or go fishing, swimming, and snorkelling Wagonga Inlet are teeming with sea life. Pelicans and
just about anywhere. manta rays, schools of fish and octopus can be seen
Narooma’s pristine waterways reflect every shade as you make your way along the pristine blue waters
of blue on the colour spectrum, providing one of of the inlet. Wide enough for walking and cycling, the
the most spectacularly beautiful views on the South boardwalk leads to Apex Park, where the nearby
Coast. Aptly, in the local Yuin language, Narooma clear netted waters at Bar Beach provide the perfect
translates to “clear blue waters”. spot for a sheltered swim or snorkel.
A short drive south of Narooma brings you to
the historic villages of Central Tilba and Tilba Tilba.
Wandering the streets you can still see the relics
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of the village’s gold mining and cheesemaking past.
Quaint heritage listed weatherboard workers
cottages line the street, many of which are now arts
and crafts outlets. There is a great bakery, local pub,
sweets shop and taste the cheese at Tilba Real Dairy.
It’s like stepping back in time to a place where
everything is unhurried and the pace of life is relaxed.
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Heading up the highway, The Bodalla Dairy and its
cafe (The Dairy Shed) is in the heart of the historic
village of Bodalla and has been fitted out to resemble
a classic milk bar. The retro interior is very spacious
and you can choose to sit on big tables or in more
comfy booths.
Through the factory’s large viewing windows, you can
learn about the dairy industry, and taste the acclaimed
Broulee is the quintessential Aussie seaside holiday
milk, cheese and yoghurt products. In the retro cafe,
town, surrounded by crystal clear waters, great surf
treat yourself to a thick old-fashioned milkshake.
and wide stretches of sandy beach. Kids on bikes,
beach towels on decks, surfboards on roof racks; it’s a
barefoot easiness that doesn’t take long to settle into.
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The country heart of Eurobodalla, Moruya has
charm and secrets to share with those ready to
explore. Historic Quarry Park on the river’s edge
tells the story of how Moruya provided stone for
many of Sydney’s landmarks, including the pylons of
the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
A happy mix of seaside village and cosmopolitan
town, Batemans Bay has an easy and relaxed charm
If you coincide your arrival at either 10am or 4pm that reminds us life is to be enjoyed. Surrounded by
your little ones can have a chance to bottle feed forests and waterways, the town unfolds along the
some bobby calves, which is serious fun for little banks of the Clyde River, forming a gateway to the
(and big) city kids! Eurobodalla region beyond.
Eurobodalla
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Heading South of Batemans Bay, the coastal road
takes you past views of Snapper Island, and onto
the series of headlands, beaches and bays winding
down to the Moruya River. Many of these, such as
McKenzie’s Beach, reveal themselves spectacularly
from the road, many more are hidden.
Located 10 km from Bateman’s, Mogo has a charm
that is hard to define. The former gold rush village
has developed that certain something - an authentic
but quirky mix of history, art, food, shopping and
outdoor activities. There’s something for everyone.
Few places offer as many unspoilt landscapes so close There is also the famous Mogo Zoo which is a must
to a town centre. The Clyde is one of the cleanest see if you haven’t been before. This lovely zoo is
estuaries on Australia’s east coast. the home to Australia’s only white lions which are
A short walk from the town’s cafe strip and across the absolutely beautiful.
bridge will have you on its sandy northern beaches –
Mogo Zoo is home to endangered and exotic
ideal for swimming, fishing or picnicking.
species, including the largest collection of primates
National parks and marine sanctuaries, secluded
in Australia. Kids will love seeing zebras, rhinos and
headlands and rock pools, sandy creeks and riverbanks,
giraffes wander around the Savannah plains.
and bay and ocean beaches are all within minutes of
the town centre. HANDY HINT
MV Merinda (established 1988) leaves the Boatshed There are some pretty great playgrounds around
daily on a relaxing and informative tour of the town. If you are looking for outdoors fun head to
Clyde River. Whilst enjoying fresh fish, chips and salad, Corrigan’s Reserve Inclusive Playground.
travel to Nelligen for a short stop over to visit local This is guaranteed fun and has everything from
historical sites. double swings to a huge flying fox!
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Ulladulla, one of the most picturesque spots in the
Shoalhaven, has a beautiful boat harbour, with its FUNLAND ULLADULLA
distinctive rocky breakwater, that is the hub of this Founded on a labour of love in the 70’s in the
delightful seaside township. small town of Ulladulla by the Rowen family.
In its beginnings it comprised of just a few
The whole area is pristine – river, beaches, lakes,
trampolines and pinball machines.
forest - it has a real feel of peace and beauty! As its notoriety grew, so did its offering,with
Water sports such as fishing, swimming, diving and major extensions in the 80’s unrivalled by
surfing are popular. There is a bowling alley and anything the South Coast had ever seen,
cinema. featuring rides and attractions like the Sizzler
The accommodations set around Burrill Lake and and dodgem cars. Now, 50 years on, Funland
Dolphin Point are destinations in themselves. Beach/ Ulladulla has grown to be 3 floors of premium
arcade entertainment, with over 100 games and
Lake locations, playgrounds, jumping pillows, water
rides. Open from 9.30am everyday, there is fun
parks. The kids won’t want to leave.
for the whole family to enjoy!
A short drive away, and a wonderful seaside escape,
Mollymook is enticing with a beautiful beach, ideal
waves for bodysurfers and boardriders, pretty picnic
spots and delicious seafood. Spot dolphins playing
in the sparkling waters and from headlands watch
majestic whales migrating.
Mollymook has a number of great swimming spots
to visit. The Bogey Hole near the headland is a large Nearby, the charming township of Milton, with its
natural rock pool that is perfect for snorkelling and arts and crafts stores, excellent cafes and restaurants,
searching for sea critters. unique designer shops and quality accommodation
Grab some fish and chips from one of the seaside has long been a favourite with visitors and provides a
cafes and soak up the South Coast sun. great base for exploring the local fares.
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