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The World's Best Australia Guide
Just Got Better
The 12th edition has an all-new Highlights section -
a full-colour chapter that is chock full of evocative images that'll have you
champing at the bit. Divided into themes, it covers different areas of interest
such as the national parks, outdoor activities, islands & beaches and city
living.
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Airlie-
A Backpacking Mecca
Sailing to deserted tropical islands or diving on the Great
Barrier Reef are only two fantastic activities among many
available in the Whitsunday Islands on the North Queensland
coast, Australia.
Read
Article>>
Did
you do your own didge?
Self-made didgeridoos are fast becoming
the ultimate souvenir for backpackers...
Read
Article>>
Have
a working holiday
Fruit
picking has traditionally been a constant means of income for the
noble backpacker. This type of work can be found in all
states, depending on the time of year. Some travellers have
been known to travel around from place to place following the
various harvest seasons. However, most see it as a temporary means
for fast cash. Be warned that harvesting can be
backbreaking work where the effort does not always equal the income.
Nonetheless, this type of work has been known to get Johny Backpack
out of a tight spot.
More
about fruit picking and working permits>>
 Thinking
about a working holiday?
"Getting
a job in Australia" is a step-by-step guide to all aspects of
job finding. Read
more here...
 Get
prepared for the culture shock
Understand
how and why the aussies do what they do. Culture, business, parties
etc. This book will save you from making a social blunder.
Read
more here...
Something
magical about the outback...
- If
you have lived most of your life within city limits, then the
great Australian outback hold a magical almost mystical appeal.
All
Articles>>
You
never never know if you never never go...
A trip up to
Darwin in the wet season.
All
reader stories here >>
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READING TIP FOR THE TRIP
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 TUIAVII'S
WAY
Early 20th century Europe and Western civilisation as seen
through the eyes of chief Tuiavii from Samoa. This is his description of
a modern society given to his fellow Samoans and will be a true eye
opener for all readers.
 "4000
days".- Read the shocking
true story about an Australian who spent 12 years in prison in Thailand
for drug trafficking. This book proofs that reality beats fiction.
More
books here>>
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 Want
to save on your travel costs? Share
a car ride with someone going the same way...
More>>
Thinking
of buying a car instead? >>
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Fraser
Island, north of Brisbane, is the largest sand island in the
world. However, it is grown over with tall trees and verdant
greenery, belying its sandy soils. Jewel-like lakes nestle amid
white hills of sand, or are rimmed by rich, thick jungle. Blue-water
breakers curl in and crash along its 400km-plus miles of Pacific
beachfront, while whales, dugongs and turtles cruise and cavort in
the protected waters between the island and the mainland.
A World
Heritage Area, most of Fraser is designated national-park land.
While the island once supported sand mining and forestry, both these
industries have faded; instead of chainsaws and backhoes, these days
you'll hear only the soft shuffle of bare feet on sand and the hum
of four-wheel-drive vehicles cruising the main ocean beach.
Central Station and
the six small resorts that dot the island can be crowded but, for
those willing to try a little harder, a stretch of beach or a small
white sand-rimmed lake can be had for camping, surf fishing, or just
as a spot to build your own private castle in the sand.
More
about Fraser Island>>
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