Outback Astronomy, Broken HillCredit: Destination NSW
Couple star gazing beneath the Milky Way at Outback Astronomy, Broken Hill.
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Find your feet and ground yourself on a multi-day hike; meet the maker and savour local produce straight from paddock-to-plate; or meet some furry friendly locals as you come nose to nose with native wildlife and reignite your sense of belonging in NSW.
SHUCK OYSTERS STRAIGHT FROM THE SOURCE
Refresh your palate and go straight to the source by joining an expert on an oyster farm tour on the NSW Sapphire Coast. On a cruise along Pambula Lake aboard Captain Sponge’s Magical Oyster tours, Captain Sponge himself (aka oyster farmer Brett Weingarth) schools oyster-lovers on the industry, before allowing the opportunity to shuck the fresh molluscs on the boat. Expect a taste sensation. The two-hour tour also affords the chance to spot birdlife and learn about the river estuary.
STAR-GAZE IN THE OUTBACK
Be awed by the by an unworldly sky show. With Outback skies unpolluted by light, the town of Broken Hill is the perfect destination to marvel at the Milky Way. On a stargazing experience with Outback Astronomy, sit back on a purpose-built stargazing dome and take in the view. Guests are provided with binoculars with some viewing through powerful telescopes. Your expert guide will narrate the view of the Milky Way galaxy. There’s a barbecue dinner provided, and drinks including a warming hot chocolate.
CYCLE A NEW FOODIE TRAIL
Truly savour the ‘Food Basket of NSW’, the moniker given to Orange and surrounds on a new cycling route, The Orange Villages Bicycle Trail. Tour the area by cycling one of the six new routes surrounding the Mount Canobolas, in total a 360km pedal, but it’s easy to tackle just one. Enjoy quiet roads, incredible views and friendly hospitality along the way. Highlights include a cycle to the picturesque town of Molong, through wineries, cideries, orchards and farming country. It’s a sensory journey with many rewards along the way including the incredible array of fresh produce and wines to sample from the fertile volcanic soil.
Captain Sponge's Magical Oyster Tour, Pambula River Credit: Destination NSW
Couple enjoying a tour with Captain Sponge's Magical Oyster Tours on Pambula River, Pambula.
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Captain Sponge's Magical Oyster Tour, Pambula River Credit: Destination NSW
Couple enjoying a tour with Captain Sponge's Magical Oyster Tours on Pambula River, Pambula.
Heifer Station, Orange Credit: Destination NSW
Explore Orange and surrounds by bike.
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Heifer Station, Orange Credit: Destination NSW
Explore Orange and surrounds by bike.
KAYAK SYDNEY HARBOUR AT SUNRISE
Be re-energised by taking to one of the most beautiful natural harbours in the world on a sunrise Sydney Harbour kayak tour. Set off from the Royal Botanic Garden with qualified instructor and guide, Sophie Morgan and paddle along the sparkling waters passing the Sydney Opera House against a backdrop of ever-changing morning light. Glide under the Sydney Harbour Bridge and look up to view this engineering marvel from another angle. Nothing can prepare for the feeling of exhilaration at experiencing Sydney Harbour from the water.
TOUR ANCIENT LANDSCAPES
Stir your spirit with a guided walk amongst picturesque sandstone caves and spectacular overhangs in the Shoalhaven. Matthew Simms from Djiriba Waagura Cultural Tours takes you for a journey along Warigala Badha Ben's Walk and imparts wisdom on bush tucker and bush medicine passed down through his family and cultural mentors. Simms is a Wandi Wandian man who belongs to the Dhurga Language group from the Yuin Nation. Along the way, learn about the myriad ecosystems and feel a true connection to the land. The walk ends with a traditional dance to give thanks to ancestors.
WAKE UP ON SAFARI
Recharge by greeting the day with uninterrupted views of resident giraffes, zebras and eland on an African safari-like Zoofari Lodge experience at Taronga’s Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo. Each tented cabin affords an incredible vista over the vast savannah. An overnight stay at Zoofari Lodge includes all meals, a guided safari and zoo admission. Guests can also take part in an evening behind-the-scenes tour and animal feeding away from the crowds. The zoo will soon open a new Wildlife Hospital, providing state-of-the-art facilities to support sick and injured native wildlife.
Sydney Harbour Kayaks, Darling Harbour Credit: Sydney Harbour Kayaks
The Sea Kayaking Experience is no ordinary lap around the harbour.
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Sydney Harbour Kayaks, Darling Harbour Credit: Sydney Harbour Kayaks
The Sea Kayaking Experience is no ordinary lap around the harbour.
Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo Credit: Destination NSW
Mother and daughter enjoying a stay in the Zoofari Lodge Accommodation at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo.
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Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo Credit: Destination NSW
Mother and daughter enjoying a stay in the Zoofari Lodge Accommodation at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo.
More Inspirational Stories
Bawley Vale Estate, Bawley PointCredit: Shoalhaven City Council; Ben Mackay
Couple having a picnic on the wharf of the dam at Cambewarra Estate.
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Cinderella
Cinderella grew up with an evil stepmother and stepsisters. They would not let her go to the prince's ball, but her fairy godmother made it happen with magic. Cinderella danced with the prince and they fell in love. Since she had to leave by midnight, she ran and lost one slipper. The prince found the slipper and searched for her. After he found her, they were married and lived happily ever after.
Elves and the Shoemaker
A shoemaker and his wife were very poor. One day they ran out of leather, so they went to bed. In the morning, they found a pair of shoes and a passerby bought them. The next night, another pair of shoes appeared. The third night, they hid and saw two elves making shoes. In gratitude, they made clothes for the elves, as winter was approaching. The elves were very happy and went on to help someone else.
Emperor's New Clothes
A vain emperor hired two people to make him some new clothes. They tricked him, telling him the cloth was not visible to people unfit for his position or who were very stupid. At first, the people pretended to see the clothes, but a child says that he is not wearing clothes and people start to agree. The emperor realized he was swindled but continues the parade anyway.
Frog Prince
A frog asked a princess why she was crying. She replied that she had dropped her golden ball into the pond. The princess promised anything if he would get it for her. The frog got the ball for her, and asked to eat from her plate, live in the castle, and that she be his friend. She agreed, and the frog turned into a prince as he had been under a spell from a witch. They married and lived happily ever after.
The Gingerbread Man
A little old woman baked a gingerbread man, and when she took him out of the oven, he ran away. The woman, her husband and some of their animals chased him. No one could catch him. He came to a river and a sly fox told him he could jump on his tail and he would take him across. He did and the fox went deeper and the gingerbread man had to jump on his back and then on his nose. When he got to his nose, the fox ate him.
Bawley Vale Estate, Bawley Point Credit: Shoalhaven City Council; Ben Mackay
Couple having a picnic on the wharf of the dam at Cambewarra Estate.
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Bawley Vale Estate, Bawley Point Credit: Shoalhaven City Council; Ben Mackay
Couple having a picnic on the wharf of the dam at Cambewarra Estate.