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Reg McCallum Park

Henry Street, Nanango QLD 4615

Located in Henry Street, Nanango, this attractive park, Reg McCallum Park, is named after the Mayor of the Nanango Shire, Reg McCallum, who has been the Mayor for over 25 years. The facilities include public toilets with wheelchair access, parenting rooms, free showers (need to get key from the South Burnett Visitor Information Centre - Nanango), playground, tables and chairs. The South Burnett Visitor Information Centre - Nanango can also be found across the road, which provides services that include:- the Tarong Power Display, information on attractions, accommodation and businesses, as well as offering history research, a range of souvenirs and other goods. ...

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Joseph Brady Park

181 Riverside Avenue, Barellan Point QLD 4306

0738106666

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Situated on the riverbank at the junction of the Brisbane and Bremer rivers, Joseph Brady Park is a popular local fishing spot. With a launch area for canoes and kayaks, you can fish from the banks or from the water - or just paddle away to your heart's content. The park boasts large grassy areas interspersed with recreational walkways and a play area which includes a small climbing wall. Well appointed with undercover picnic tables and barbecues and with plenty of space to spread a picnic blanket, Joseph Brady Park is well-utilised for a day out with the family and ideal for children's parties. ...

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Anzac Park, Ayr

Anzac Park, Ayr QLD 4807

0747835988

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At the top of Anzac Park, the Ayr War Memorial takes pride of place. It commemorates those who died in service in various theatres of war including the First and Second World Wars, and Korean and Vietnam Wars. A rotunda is situated nearby. The all-abilities playground in Anzac Park has a variety of playground equipment, and is fully fenced. This is a fantastic place to let the children shake off a car trip, use up some energy, and get some fresh air. Stretch out and watch the kids enjoy themselves. The Sway Fun Swing allows children in wheelchairs to join in the fun. Only one street back from Ayr's main street, there are plenty of nearby meal outlets and cafes. Bring a picnic for the family, or use the sheltered barbecues. ...

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Logan Gardens

Civic Parade, Logan Central QLD 4114

0734123412

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This local family favourite has safe paths for bike riding, an all-abilities playground including a Liberty Swing, and plenty of space to barbecue or picnic under the gum trees. Why not play a few games of bocce or try the disc golf course? There are also exercise stations, walking tracks and a dog off-leash area. ...

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Queens Park - Orchid House

Goldsmith Street, Mackay QLD 4740

0749684444

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Relax and enjoy the beautiful Orchid House, intricately placed in the historic Queens Park gardens, boasting a broad collection of unique and exquisite orchids. With about 25,000 species the fascinating orchid family (Orchidaceae) is the largest group of flowering plants in the world and over 3,000 new hybrids are added every year. The Orchid House is one of the largest and finest orchid display houses in Australia. Built in 1988, the orchids are displayed in a natural type-setting around circular walkways. Stroll through the large collection of stunning orchids in all shapes and sizes, from the bizarre to exotic looking. The Orchid House displays over hundreds of varieties of orchids on show including native and tropical orchids from all over the world. The seasonally changing display, which is rotated between the Orchid House and the Council Nursery ensure a broad range of orchids are on show all year round. ...

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Pizzey Park

80 Pacific Avenue, Mermaid Waters QLD 4218

0755816984

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Pizzey Park is a haven for sports lovers! No matter your age or interest, there is sure to be a sport to suit you in the Pizzey Park precinct. There is a multitude of sports on offer including rugby league, rugby union, tennis, swimming, softball, netball, an athletics track, gymnastics and many more. Numerous clubs operate in Pizzey Park, which is a hub of activity every afternoon and weekend. There is even a skate and BMX park sure to keep the teens entertained! Each afternoon and weekend, this state of the art park is full of aspiring skaters and BMX riders. Dogs are also catered for, with an off leash area and a dog exercise facility. This dog park is known as one of the best on the Coast, treat your pooch today! The walker and jogger are not excluded, with fantastic looped pathways winding through the park, perfect for a stroll or run. Take a wander through the Pizzey Park sporting area and just listen to the hum of Gold Coasters getting energised and active each afternoon and weekend! ...

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Burdekin Diorama

Bruce Highway, Home Hill QLD 4806

0747828241

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The Burdekin Diorama is a shady location to stretch your legs and discover the Burdekin's rich heritage. Easy to find, it's an interesting stop with pleasant surrounds. The Burdekin delta sits atop an amazing resource - the aquifer, a ground source of fresh water replenished by the Burdekin River. The Burdekin Diorama explains this managed system through maps, photos, diagrams and charts. Excellent resources and hard working people are what it takes to make a region prosper and the Burdekin district knows the good fortune of both. The local sugar cane industry, with its original hand cane cutters, plays a major role in the area's history and prosperity. The Burdekin Diorama provides a glimpse into the journey of the Burdekin's sugar cane industry. Five stainless steel informational panels shine a further light on the people, events and work that impacted the region's history. The Burdekin Diorama is located near Home Hill's Inkerman Sugar Mill, on the southern side of the Burdekin River Bridge and is just over an hour’s drive south of Townsville. ...

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Rockhampton Riverside Precinct

Quay Street, Rockhampton City QLD 4700

0749368000

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Riverside is home to many of Queensland’s best maintained and finest heritage buildings. This combination of natural beauty and rich and majestic heritage has recently been redeveloped into a community meeting and celebration space the equal of any in Australia. The redevelopment includes cooling landscape features, unique activity areas for the young and young at heart and new public art that celebrates the local community. The new Boathouse Pier restaurant expands out over the mighty Fitzroy River and is the perfect place to relax for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The water jets on the lower bank provide great entertainment for families and are a great way to cool down. The Fitzroy Adventure Playground is the must do adventure in the region. In Riverside is also the pride of place for the Rockhampton River Festival held in July each year. Over several days the city riverside is transformed into a celebration of food, music and several unique pop up experiences that are rarely found outside the capital cities. A separate annual food and wine festival and regular riverside markets and events help activate the space year round....

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South Head Parklands and Playground, Burnett Heads

Jones Street, Burnett Heads QLD 4670

0741538888

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Located on the waterfront at the gorgeous Burnett Heads, this beautiful park offers plenty of space to run and play. For the kids there is a large climbing frame and a smaller playground. For the adults, sit back and enjoy the view of the pristine blue water whilst watching the kids play in the great outdoors. There is also a skate park in the vicinity. This is also the start of the Turtle Trail walk which will take you all the way to Bargara - perfect for a walk or bike ride....

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Orion Lagoon

155 Southern Cross Circuit, Springfield QLD 4300

0738106666

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To cool off during a long hot Ipswich summer, you can't go past Orion Lagoon at Springfield, just a 30-minute drive from Brisbane Central Business District. Situated within Orion Springfield Central and the newest stage of the huge Robelle Domain parklands, Orion Lagoon has a vast expanse of shallow pools and water features. The interconnected pools cater for all age groups, from the toddler-friendly 0.3 metres up to 1.5 metres for more proficient swimmers. Some are gently graded from the edge to give a beach-like effect, with one section offering aquativity features such as squirting spouts and stepping-stones. Lifeguards are on duty from 8am to 4pm from 1 April to 31 August and 5am to 9pm from 1 September to 31 March. Children under 13 must be actively supervised by persons 18 years or older at all times. Shade is provided by colourful sails and some trees over the grassed areas, while there's also a covered barbecue pavilion with picnic tables. Bring your own picnic or take advantage of the Lagoon Café and other nearby eating places. There are onsite lockers, and flotation devices, swimwear and pool accessories are for sale. ...

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Emerald Botanic Gardens

Capricorn Highway, Emerald QLD 4720

0749824142

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Relax as you meander through an oasis like no other within Queensland’s Central Highlands. The Emerald Botanic Gardens is a tropical paradise providing the perfect location for a relaxing afternoon stroll or an early morning walk. Situated on the banks of the Nogoa River, the Emerald Botanic Gardens are the only botanic gardens located within the Central Western District of Queensland. Covering an area of 42 hectares (420,000 square metres) the gardens provide residents and visitors with not only a place to relax and unwind, but also an opportunity to gain further insight into the region's natural environments. Established in 1987 by the Emerald Shire Council and local residents Lawrie and Myra Stanton, the Gardens are home to 12 different themed plant communities, most representing plant species that are native to the region. ...

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Kurrawa Park

155 Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach QLD 4218

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Kurrawa Park is located in Broadbeach and is a unique playground that caters to children with all abilities. The playground is entirely fenced and features several zones of play including sensory, motor and educational activities to suit varied abilities and ages. There is plenty of shade and seated areas as well as ample parking, barbecues and accessible bathrooms. ...

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Coronation Park

Lot 17 Mackenzie Street, Wondai QLD 4606

0741899251

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Coronation Park is part of Wondai's attractive streetscaping. Situated in the centre of Wondai Central Business District, the Park is well utilised by both residents and visitors. There are gardens, covered picnic tables, benches, a public toilet (with disabled access), a bus shelter and a covered pavilion area. Enjoy a break here before exploring the heritage attractions of Wondai. ...

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Canoe Point Beach and Parklands

Canoe Point, Tannum Sands QLD 4680

0749700700

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Canoe Point Beach and Parklands are popular recreational areas in Tannum Sands, adjacent to the Tannum Sands Main Beach. The area shows off Gladstone's unique natural environment with walking and bike trails, beachside boardwalks, bushland reserves and windswept dunes. Offering shelter huts, wood-fired barbecues, playground equipment and opened grassed areas, the Parklands are a tranquil environment for the community to enjoy. A short walk from the parklands is the Canoe Point Beach where kids and dogs can run free and enjoy the sunshine, sand and surf. Alcohol is not permitted within the Parklands. ...

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Gladstone Marina

Bryan Jordan Drive, Gladstone QLD 4680

0749761398

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With an emphasis on marine activity and boasting one of the highest boat ownerships per capita in Australia, it should come as no surprise that the Gladstone Marina is a modern complex for yachting, boating and fishing activities. The Gladstone Marina Parklands, immaculately maintained by the Gladstone Ports Corporation, has barbecue facilities and playgrounds, public toilets, wheelchair access, a fully-equipped outdoor stage and extensive grassed areas for picnics, playing and even a game of cricket! The Marina area is also home to the Gladstone campus of the Central Queensland University and the Gladstone Visitor Information Centre. Throughout the year, the Marina Parklands come alive with activities and celebrations, including the annual Harbour Festival. The Gladstone Marina is the departure point for charter boats, the Heron Island Ferry and also provides mooring for privately owned yachts. The Gladstone Harbour is the final destination for one of Australia's premier blue water events, the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race. ...

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Banksia Park

29 Crescent Avenue, Hope Island QLD 4212

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Banksia park is an expanse of green located next to the glistening water in Hope Island on the Northern end of the Gold Coast. The recreation park features barbecue facilities as well as picnic shelters, perfect for a day out with the family. Other facilities include a boat ramp and a jetty for fishing along with a playground for children. ...

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Laurel Bank Park

Herries Street, Toowoomba QLD 4350

1800331155

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Laurel Bank Park is a beautiful 4.5 hectare parkland close to Toowoomba's city centre, featuring spectacular manicured gardens, a scented garden, a collection of exotic trees, a playground, picnic area, gazebo and croquet greens. Beautiful year-round, but known for its sublime spring displays and avenues of cherry blossoms, it is most magnificent during Carnival of Flowers each September. The Scented Gardens, are a 'garden within a garden' created from ideas presented by the Downs Association of the Blind, and feature fragrant blooms, herbs and shrubs in raised beds. The park came into being in 1932 when Darling Downs Building Society Managing Director, Mr Samuel George Stephens, donated the land to the people of Toowoomba, with the City Council official custodian. Prior to gifting the land, Mr Stephens improved it with shrubs and flowers, and was known to many as 'the man of flowers'. He asked that flowers be supplied to Toowoomba Hospital and that the land be retained as a park and not used as a sporting facility, with the exception of the Croquet Greens along Herries Street. Laurel Bank Hall was built during World War II and used as a mess hall for United States naval troops. ...

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Bray Farm Park

Rivermint Street, Griffin QLD 4503

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Located in Griffin, Bray Farm Park offers children an adventurous day of fun and exploring. This park has a Harry Potter theme that is perfect for entertaining children and their magical abilities. Hidden away in the Riverbreeze Estate of Griffin, this magical park allows children to escape into a world of wizardry. Bray Farm Park is surrounded by some of Moreton Bay’s greatest wildlife and nature. Children and families will become infatuated with the beautiful sounds of lively birds and if you are lucky enough you may even encounter a koala or kangaroo. One of the highlights of Bray Farm park is the playgrounds which are composed of wooden cubby houses connected by a swinging bridge, ramp and slide. Children can also enjoy hopping around on gigantic tomatoes and pumpkins that are scattered across the park. Other features include; climbing nets, bench seating, slides, rubbish bins and a concrete path for older children who would like to take their bikes or scooters. This park is also conveniently located nearby to the Osprey House Environmental Centre and Dohles Rock Reserve which makes for a great day out for children and their families. Please note there are no toilets....

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Pat Fagan Park

Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225

0755816984

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Pat Fagan Park is a beautiful beachside park at the southern end of the Gold Coast, boasting views all the way to Surfers Paradise. It features a great drive up car park and walkway and is also a very popular wedding ceremony location with green leafy tree surrounds. The beautiful Coolangatta beach is just steps away for great photo opportunities. ...

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Blue Mountain Park

Road, Middlemount QLD 4746

1300130001

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Blue Mountain Park boasts of being Middlemount’s "Jewel in the Crown"! It is a picturesque setting that provides visitors with a perfect place to have a family barbecue while enjoying the panoramic views of the surrounding areas. Many evenings, there are even wallabies feeding in the park and the birdlife is utterly spectacular including many Australian favourites like galahs, kookaburras, blue mountain parrots and colourful rainbow lorikeets! Middlemount plays host to a number of natural environments and parks that are all equipped for fun to be enjoyed by the likes of young and old....

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McIntosh Island Park

Parade, Main Beach QLD 4217

0755816984

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McIntosh Island Park is situated in the middle of Surfers Paradise. An oasis in the midst of high rises, this park is a sanctuary for many! This park has been established for many many years, and most Gold Coasters can remember visiting during their childhood! McIntosh Island Park is a very popular spot for a picnics and gatherings with family and friends. The large park offers many options for your party or gathering, with large trees providing excellent shade options. The cascading stream running through the park is home to several species of birds and provides a tranquil atmosphere. This is one of the most popular parks for wedding ceremonies. The central location to many hotel reception venues makes this a great spot for wedding celebrations, large or small. The beautiful green leafy trees and quaint bridge are a beautiful backdrop for wedding photographs. Click here for more information on holding your wedding ceremony in McIntosh Island Park. The kids playground is a great one with several slides and various climbing equipment as well as swings. The playground has sand underneath, and a shade sail providing protection from the hot days. ...

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Roma Street Parkland

1 Parkland Boulevard, Brisbane City QLD 4000

1300137468

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Open seven days a week located in the heart of Brisbane city, Roma Street Parkland is an oasis of designer gardens and sprawling lawns that wind around 16 hectares of stunning parkland. Well known by garden and plant enthusiasts for its exceptional horticultural standards, it is also a popular visitor destination, housing free barbecues, picnic spots, two playgrounds and a year-round calendar of events. Join one of the leisurely and informative guided walks leaving from The Hub twice daily or maybe hop onto the Parkland Explorer, the trackless train for an exciting journey through the parkland's misty fern gully, past rocky peninsulas and meadows. The consumption of alcohol is permitted, provided it is with a substantial meal in two designated areas – Celebration and Lakeside Precincts, from 10am to 8pm daily. Dogs are welcome in the Parkland but must remain on a lead at all times, must not be one of Brisbane City Council’s identified dangerous dog breeds and provided you clean up after them. The only space dogs are not permitted is the Spectacle Garden. Please note that this rule does not apply to assistance dogs. ...

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Mount Wooroolin Lookout

Mount Wooroolin Access Road, Kingaroy QLD 4610

0741899172

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You'll find great views from Mount Wooroolin Lookout, just over four kilometres west of Kingaroy. Established in 1988 as a bicentennial project by Kingaroy Shire Council, the area features a grassed area with picnic tables and wood barbecues. The elevated viewing platform offers 360 degree panoramic views of the surrounding countryside: Coolabunia Hill, the Bunya Mountains, Queensland's second oldest National Park and Tarong Power Station, which generates approximately one fifth of Queensland's power. To the northwest is pretty Gordonbrook Dam, the source of Kingaroy's water supply. The ramp to the viewing platform is smooth for disabled access, but care needs to be taken, as it's quite steep. The nature reserve is 160 acres of endangered eucalypt woodland and dry vine forest. Bird watchers are often rewarded with sightings of Regent Bower Birds, Black Breasted Button Quail and Eastern Shrike-tit. Visitors are advised to take care while ascending or descending the narrow sealed road to the top; it's not suitable for cars towing caravans or trailers....

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Grande Park

40 Grande Avenue, Springfield Lakes QLD 4300

0738106666

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With easy access from Grande Avenue, Springfield Lakes, Grande Park boasts a performance stage, tennis courts with field lights, basketball and netball courts, cycling tracks, public toilets, a well-equipped playground and plenty of open space. There is also a bicycle safety learning track - including concreting, street signs and line-markings - to help introduce kids to riding and the rules of the road. For those who have mastered cycling basics, the short dirt BMX and mountain bike track will help develop and hone bike skills like cornering and jumping. Walking paths lead out of the park and can be used to access a nearby bush-land trail from Wild Iris Terrace. An added bonus for dog-lovers is an off-leash dog area set just across from the park at 57 Grande Avenue - so bring your fur babies too! ...

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Ingham Memorial Gardens

Jane Street, Ingham QLD 4850

1800801902

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At Ingham Memorial Gardens, find yourself relaxing amongst a collection of North Queensland landscapes. Enjoy a picnic lunch as you spy turtles and small fish swimming amongst the water lilies in the Garden's ponds. Wander through the numerous memorials featured in the Gardens and learn their fascinating stories. One such memorial is dedicated to Keith Payne, an Ingham local who was awarded the Victoria Cross in April 1970 by Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, for his repeated acts of exceptional personal bravery and unselfish conduct during the Vietnam War. Another memorial is devoted to the 12 people who died when a United States Air Force Liberator B-42 Bomber, the "Texas Terror", crashed on Mount Straloch, Hinchinbrook Island. ...

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Leis Park

Leis Parade, Lawnton QLD 4501

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The ideal location to launch your kayak, canoe, or tinnie, Leis Park is a much-loved water recreation and picnic spot on the banks of the North Pine River. With the D’Aguilar ranges as a picturesque back drop it’s certainly a great way to relax on a Sunday afternoon. There is no denying that the picnic areas at Leis Park have the most stunning vantage point of the river. With barbecues on site, shade cover and tables, all you need to bring along is the food! Park facilities include toilets, gas barbecue, gym equipment, playground, picnic shelters, table and chairs, lots of open space for parking and walkways....

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Underwood Park

912-930 Underwood Road, Priestdale QLD 4127

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When you visit Underwood Park, it’s easy to forget you’re still in the city. Stroll along the boardwalk by the lagoon, picnic under the trees or gazebos, or simply kick back and relax. There’s plenty to keep the kids busy, including the renowned FUNderwood Hollow playground, designed for children aged five to 16 years. It features a ‘Peter Pan’ feel, with castle-themed towers high above the ground. The park has skate and BMX facilities, nearby mountain bike trails, a huge dog off-leash area, and an on-site coffee van. The park also hosts regular weekend and twilight markets. ...

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Robelle Domain

1 Education City Drive, Springfield QLD 4300

0738106666

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The Robelle Domain parklands, in Springfield Central, are a jewel in the crown of the city of Ipswich. Just half an hour from Brisbane's Central Business District, the parklands offer visitors a rainforest walk, waterfalls, water play areas, bike tracks, the country's first Icon on Galaxy interactive play equipment in an all-abilities playground, and more. The largest park precinct built in Queensland since Brisbane's Roma Street Parklands, Robelle Domain has an 11 kilometer pathway network for family fun during the day and at night when the 9-metre high light tower installations give off a spectacular light and sound show. Large shaded sections offer a pleasant relief from summer sun, as does the zero-depth water play area complete with a huge tipping bucket and water jets. Across a footbridge is Orion Lagoon - an amazing oasis of interconnected pools of varying depth. A 5,000 capacity amphitheatre ensures plenty of people can come along to enjoy the public events held at Robelle Domain, including live jazz afternoons and markets. So, bring your own picnic or barbecue treats to cook, or take advantage of the delicious offerings from Breakfast at Stephanies, next to the lagoon, which is fully licensed and open 7 days. ...

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Munro Martin Parklands

123 Sheridan Street, Cairns QLD 4870

1300692247

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Cairns' premier gathering and outdoor performance space. Since the redevelopment and re-opening in August 2016, Munro Martin Parklands, (MMP), has quickly become a locals favourite to experience ballet, contemporary music, new circus and Christmas pantomimes. The green proscenium stage is the largest of its kind in Australia and creates a perfect place to experience the arts under a tropical sky. The Parklands boast stunning tropical plantings and an open-air plaza to encourage casual use of the facility. Enjoy a picnic with friends, or find creative inspiration by wandering the vine-covered pergolas and arbours. The park is open 8am to 6pm, seven days a week except for ticketed event days. Please note the gates are locked when the park is closed. For event information and general updates, check the Munro Martin Parklands Facebook page....

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Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens

230 Ashmore Road, Benowa QLD 4217

0755816984

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Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens are a green oasis in the heart of the city. The Gardens are a short 10 minute drive from central Surfers Paradise and are set on 31 hectares of parkland and lakes. There's an experience for everyone - explore our native ecosystems along the Mangroves to Mountains trail, follow the historic journeys of the Yugambeh people in the Story of their Country garden, smell the roses in the Rose Garden, visit the Butterfly Garden to learn which plants will attract butterflies to your back yard, and discover new tastes in the bush foods garden and the Aboriginal plant use trail. Fun for the whole family includes a stroll on the boardwalks and bird watching around the lake, a children's playground, delicious organic coffees, ice cream and snacks at the Friends Centre, or a picnic or barbecue in one of the many picnic areas. Free guided walks are available, and for children there are regular school holiday activities as well as new games to discover along the Kaialgumm aboriginal games trail. For more information on activities and events, visit Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens website. ...

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Tully Memorial Park

Beryl Parade, North Maclean QLD 4280

0734123412

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Tully Memorial Park is a beautiful space just off the Mt Lindesay Highway and adjacent to the Logan River in North Maclean. Whilst no camping is permitted, self-contained vehicles can stay for a maximum of three nights free of charge. It's an ideal base, close to Jimboomba and within an easy drive of Logan Village, Beenleigh, Mt Tamborine, the Scenic Rim, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. In a semi-rural setting it's ideally situated to recharge your battery and take in some of the local sights within easy reach of the park. Leave no trace. ...

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Beth Boyd Park

Beth Boyd Park, Thorneside QLD 4158

1300667386

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Beth Boyd Park at Thorneside (Cullen Cullen) on Redlands Coast is one of the best kids’ playgrounds around. Enjoying absolute water frontage to Moreton Bay, the sand-based park has so many attractions kids will have trouble selecting which one to use first! Should it be the pirate ship where they will feel they are sailing on the high seas, or maybe the sliding or climbing equipment, the swings, or the water and sand activity table where great cities can be built? And then there’s beach volleyball and basketball courts, twin slides cut into a hill, bike paths, fitness equipment, and the ability to fly a kite on windy days. With two separate playgrounds, shaded picnic shelters and electric barbecues, toilets, showers and change rooms, the park will appeal to all ages. And all this with magnificent water views and just a short walk away from nearby cafes. ...

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Donnellys Castle

Donnellys Castle Road, Pozieres QLD 4352

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The original bushranger hideout for 'Thunderbolt' who roamed the New England Tableland. Donnelly's Castle is a granite rock formation that you can walk between, around and over! The massive boulders are just as spectacular as some of the rock formations in Girraween National Park, and is far more accessible for young adventurers. This rock formation, which you will find a short drive out of Stanthorpe near Pozieres, was named after Ned Donnelly, an early settler of the area. Now a crown recreation reserve, the area is maintained with picnic tables and barbecues. The site offers boulders to scramble over and hidden passageways to explore, as well as spectacular views of the surrounding area from the 200 metre walk to the top....

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Lions Park, Hodgson Vale

New England Highway, Hodgson Vale QLD 4352

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Lions Park in Hodgson Vale is a lovely stop just 12 kilometres from Toowoomba en route to Steele Rudd Country and Warwick. A large park located just off the New England Highway, it's the perfect place for a barbecue or a picnic and a lovely stop to break your journey. There's a free barbecue, half basketball court and play equipment for the kids and well maintained public facilities. ...

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Scarborough Beach Park

Landsborough Avenue, Redcliffe QLD 4020

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Previous winner of Queensland’s Friendliest Beach, Scarborough Beach is a jewel in the crown of the Moreton Bay Region. This impeccably maintained north of Brisbane swimming beach is the closest, sandy and safe swimming beach to the city. The family-friendly Scarborough Beach Park is fully fenced and has two partly shaded playgrounds, Railway Place and Pirate Place, complete with themed playground equipment. A stationary train and track runs throughout the play space together with a climbing net, swings and balancing equipment. Park facilities include Picnic shelters Barbecue Fenced Playground Toilets Wheelchair and Pram Accessible...

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Bjelke-Petersen Dam

Lake Barambah, Murgon QLD 4605

0741684746

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Whilst no accommodation or camping options will be available in the short term, the Dam is open for day use only 6am-6pm, with fishing and boating activities available to visitors. Bjelke-Petersen Dam is expected to return to full operation by August 2020. Bjelke-Petersen Dam, also known as Lake Barambah or BP Dam, is just 15 kilometres from Murgon, at Moffatdale in the South Burnett. It is a popular and well-equipped area for recreational freshwater fishing, birdwatching, boating, picnicking and camping / caravanning. Picnic areas, barbecues, a general store, a caravan and recreation park and a boat ramp with a large car park make this the ideal place to relax for a day or extended stay. Bjelke-Petersen Dam covers 2,500 hectares, and holds 1,450,000 megalitres of water, which is used for irrigation and water supply to the towns of Murgon and Cherbourg. Koalas, wallabies and kangaroos can be seen around the lake while the birdlife includes black swans, ducks, pelicans and cormorants. Bjelke-Petersen Dam is a popular fesh water fishing spot. A stocked impound permit is required to fish. The dam is routinely stocked with Golden Perch (or Yellowbelly), Australian Bass and Silver Perch and you can also catch red claw (no permit required). Yallakool Camping and Recreation Park offers a number of accommodation options from powered and unpowered camp sites to cabins and villas....

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Grosvenor Park in Moranbah

41095 - Moranbah QLD 4744

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Directly opposite Moranbah’s town square are the gorgeous grounds of Grosvenor Park! It is the perfect environment in which to throw down a rug on the lush green grass, curl up and read a book, enjoy a picnic or cook up a feast on the barbecues provided. The ambience is calm, the breeze is refreshing and it is fully equipped with tables, playground equipment and public amenities. What’s more, visitors and locals alike can enjoy playing on the instruments of ‘The Musical Railway Line’ which is a public art project created by Stephen Langdon of Hubbub Music in Brisbane and commissioned by the Queensland Arts Council in conjunction with the Queensland Music Festival. Come and enjoy a day out in the park! If you find yourself short of any supplies, the main shopping complex is just over the road. Moranbah is part of the Mining Trail drive and brochures can be picked up from Visitor Information Centres in the region. ...

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John Scott Park

33 Main Street, Samford Village QLD 4520

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Just north of Brisbane, in a quaint hinterland village, John Scott Park is an idyllic location for a family picnic or barbecue. The park offers segmented playgrounds for smaller kids, bigger kids and is bordered on two sides by green space – ideal for a little family footy or cricket. The park features covered barbecue areas that overlook the toddler play space, wheelchair accessible toilets, rope structures, climbing walls, slides and a beautiful red train that children can board, drive and climb all over. The toddler area also boasts a variety of slides, rockers and low climbing structures plus shaded seating areas for watchful parents to keep an eye on their little ones. Park facilities include: Picnic shelters Barbecue Fenced Playground Toilets Wheelchair Accessible...

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Justins Park

The Esplanade, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220

0755816984

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Located right on the foreshore, Justins Park is a great location for kids and adults alike. There are many picnic tables and park bench seats aplenty. Make a day of it and bring a picnic, or grab some fish and chips and soak in the Burleigh atmosphere. The kids playground in Justins Park is a favourite with the littlies - all the traditional favourites are there such as swings, slides and climbing, as well as a balance beam, spinning tea cup and more! The Oceanway through Justins Park is a hub of activity. It is a locals favourite, with the wide pathways perfect for joggers, bikes and prams. This two kilometre walk also has five kiddies parks conveniently positioned at intervals! The area just to the north of Justins Park comes alive each Monday and Wednesday morning. Over 100 residents enjoy this free Council Active and Healthy activity from 8.30am - come along and join in, and experience the relaxation and energy of tai chi. The Justins Park and Burleigh Esplanade park areas are always a hub of activity - get out and about and join in today! ...

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Cloncurry Mary Kathleen Memorial Park Complex

McIlwraith Street, Cloncurry QLD 4824

0747421361

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The Cloncurry/Mary Kathleen Memorial Park Complex is located just off the main highway that runs through town with ample parking for cars, caravans and motorhomes. This is a perfect place to stop and take a break on your journey. It has something for the whole family - with a playground for the kids, amenities and a shaded picnic/barbecue area set in the beautiful parkland. Stretch your legs and go for a 10 minute walk up the lookout past the unique water feature and take in the spectacular panoramic view of Cloncurry and the surrounding rugged landscape. Enjoy the free outdoor display featuring historic mining, rail and farm equipment including a unique 1941 Ford V8 Rail Ambulance which was used when roads were impassible. The former Visitor Information Centre was originally the Oona Police Station building, which was then moved to Dobbyn and again moved to Mary Kathleen as a police station. After the mine shut down and the town dismantled, it was relocated to its current site and used as the Visitor Information Centre until 2013. The park also incorporates the Cloncurry Unearthed Visitor Information Centre and Museum. ...

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