12 places to discover
Bundjalung National Park is a large coastal national park in northern New South Wales, spanning Richmond Valley and Clarence Valley near Evans Head and Iluka. Gazetted to protect an undeveloped coastline of dunes, coastal heath, forests, lakes and estuaries along the Tasman Sea, it is notable for Ten Mile Beach, Black Rocks, Jerusalem Creek, Aboriginal heritage and diverse wildlife, offering camping, fishing, surfing and bushwalking.
Canning River Regional Park is a large riverine parkland along the Canning River in Wilson, within the City of Canning, about 10 km southeast of central Perth, Western Australia. Jointly managed by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions and the City of Canning, it protects wetlands, woodlands and floodplains. Notable for walking and cycling trails, birdwatching, Kent Street Weir, the historic Woodloes Homestead (1871) and Castledare Miniature Railway, it provides accessible nature-based recreation close to the city.
Coorong National Park is a large coastal national park in South Australia, stretching about 130 kilometres southeast from near the Murray Mouth to Kingston SE. It protects a narrow lagoon system separated from the Southern Ocean by the Younghusband Peninsula dunes. Notable as a Ramsar-listed wetland of international importance, it is renowned for its long saline lagoons, extensive sand dunes, diverse waterbird populations and significance to the Ngarrindjeri people.
Croajingolong National Park is a large coastal wilderness reserve in far East Gippsland, Victoria, stretching about 100 kilometres along the Tasman Sea from near Cann River to Mallacoota. Established in 1979 and designated a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, it protects diverse landscapes including heathlands, rainforest, estuaries, granite peaks and remote beaches. It is notable for its biodiversity, extensive walking tracks and the historic Point Hicks Lighthouse.
Lake Maroon is an artificial reservoir created by Maroon Dam on Burnett Creek near the village of Maroon in the Scenic Rim Region, Queensland, about 110 kilometres southwest of Brisbane. Surrounded by the McPherson Range and Mount Barney foothills, it stores water for irrigation and town supply. The lake is notable for its scenic mountain backdrop, stocked fishery, and recreation area offering boating, fishing, camping and picnicking.
Lake Tinaroo is a large artificial reservoir on the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland, created by the Tinaroo Falls Dam on the Barron River. Located near Atherton and Yungaburra, it was constructed between 1953 and 1958 for irrigation and hydroelectric power. Surrounded by Danbulla National Park and State Forest, it is notable for scenic forested shores, extensive water-based recreation and as a major barramundi fishing destination.
Lake Tuggeranong is an artificial lake in the Tuggeranong district of southern Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, adjacent to the suburb of Greenway. Created in 1987 by damming Tuggeranong Creek, it serves as a stormwater and sediment control basin and a major recreational focal point for the Tuggeranong Town Centre. The lake features a 3.4 km foreshore loop, parklands, and views of the Brindabella Ranges.
Mimosa Rocks National Park is a 5,802-hectare coastal national park in Bega Valley Shire on the far south coast of New South Wales between Tathra and Bermagui. Established in 1973, it protects 35 kilometres of coastline featuring headlands, beaches, lagoons and offshore Mimosa Rocks. The park is noted for its scenic beaches including Aragunnu and Gillards, coastal lakes such as Wapengo and Middle Lagoon, and opportunities for camping, swimming and bushwalking.
Myall Lakes National Park is a large coastal national park in the MidCoast region of New South Wales, centred around the Myall Lakes system near Bombah Point. Covering about 44,000 hectares, it protects one of the state's largest coastal lake systems, including Myall Lake, Boolambayte Lake and Bombah Broadwater, plus beaches, dunes, forests and wetlands. Notable for its diverse ecosystems, birdlife, Aboriginal heritage and opportunities for camping, boating and bushwalking.
Point Hut Crossing is a historic river crossing and recreation reserve on the Murrumbidgee River in southern Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, near the suburb of Gordon. Part of the Murrumbidgee River Corridor, it is notable for its natural river setting, swimming and picnic area, and heritage as a 19th-century stock route crossing. The site offers open grassy banks, woodland surroundings and river access for swimming, fishing and walking.
Singapore Sports Hub is a 35-hectare integrated sports, entertainment and lifestyle precinct in Kallang, Singapore, built on the site of the former National Stadium. Opened in 2014, it features the 55,000-capacity National Stadium with a retractable dome, OCBC Aquatic Centre, OCBC Arena, Singapore Indoor Stadium, Kallang Wave Mall, Sports Hub Library and waterfront. It serves as Singapore's premier venue for international sports events, concerts and community activities.
Wellington National Park is a 17,435-hectare protected area in south-west Western Australia, about 10 kilometres west of Collie and 180 kilometres south of Perth. Centred on the Collie River valley and Wellington Dam, it protects jarrah, marri and blackbutt forests. Established in 2000, the park is notable for its large dam mural, extensive mountain bike network, campgrounds at Honeymoon Pool and Potters Gorge, and seasonal wildflower displays.