The Ginger Factory : Taste Testing and Bees on the Sunshine Coast

The Ginger Factory : Taste Testing and Bees on the Sunshine Coast

Have you noticed the steep decline in food manufacturers opening their doors for organised factory tours? Once upon a time, schools would pack their students into a bus and visit the local biscuit or chocolate factory for a look around. I loved these visits when I was a kid. They are extremely hard to come by …

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Aussie World : A Theme Park on the Sunshine Coast

Aussie World : A Theme Park on the Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast is a glorious family destination. Drive a few kilometres from your accommodation and there is no doubt that you will find something new and thrilling every single day of your stay. We had the most amazing time over our Spring holiday. A few days into our trip we headed to Aussie World …

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Strawberry Fields Farm : Pick Your Own Delights on the Sunshine Coast

Strawberry Fields Farm : Pick Your Own Delights on the Sunshine Coast

Last July we stayed in Sydney for the school holidays and quickly declared that we needed to plan somewhere warm for spring. I thought Europe. T was a little more realistic and suggested the Sunshine Coast. Our bank account agreed. When spring arrived, we flew into Brisbane airport, hired a car and headed north. With …

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Australia Zoo : Queensland Adventures + A Chance Meeting With Bindi & Robert Irwin

Australia Zoo : Queensland Adventures + A Chance Meeting With Bindi & Robert Irwin

When thinking of a true blue Australian celebrity many of you will instantly think of Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter. His TV shows were an international phenomenon and we loved watching his adventures right up to his tragic death back in 2006. Wife Terri and his children Bindi and Robert have taken the helm of …

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