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Everything you need to know about Miles Back to the Bush Festival

Every two years, the vibrant country town of Miles throws open its gates and invites visitors to experience warm country hospitality, vintage charm, and true bush spirit at the Miles Back to the Bush Festival. It’s a weekend packed with heritage, …

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Every two years, the vibrant country town of Miles throws open its gates and invites visitors to experience warm country hospitality, vintage charm, and true bush spirit at the Miles Back to the Bush Festival. It’s a weekend packed with heritage, …

Discover the Best RV Campgrounds on the Western Downs TICKING OFF THE WISHLIST

Why not spend time before and after and let Western Downs WOW you….. Western Downs is home to many different types of camping area – Caravan Parks, Showgrounds, and low-cost camps.  We’re lucky to have had 5 of these recently upgraded …

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Why not spend time before and after and let Western Downs WOW you….. Western Downs is home to many different types of camping area – Caravan Parks, Showgrounds, and low-cost camps.  We’re lucky to have had 5 of these recently upgraded …

10 Reasons to move to the Western Downs

1. Lifestyle The Western Downs offers an attractive, well-rounded and diverse economy by combining a country lifestyle with modern living and conveniences. The Western Downs has an assortment of urban centres, quiet small towns and rural lifestyle blocks – something to …

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1. Lifestyle The Western Downs offers an attractive, well-rounded and diverse economy by combining a country lifestyle with modern living and conveniences. The Western Downs has an assortment of urban centres, quiet small towns and rural lifestyle blocks – something to …

The best places to enjoy a coffee and cake in the Western Downs

Travelling is hungry business, there’s no doubt about it. Luckily, cafes and car trips go hand in hand like, well, coffee and cake. Read on to discover our favourite spots along the Western Downs Cafe Trail. When it comes to quaint …

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Travelling is hungry business, there’s no doubt about it. Luckily, cafes and car trips go hand in hand like, well, coffee and cake. Read on to discover our favourite spots along the Western Downs Cafe Trail. When it comes to quaint …

Travelling with Teens – Favourite activities in the Western Downs

Check out our list of the best activities in the Western Downs for families travelling with older kids and teenagers. If you happen to encounter some wet weather during your visit, make sure to take a look at our list of …

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Check out our list of the best activities in the Western Downs for families travelling with older kids and teenagers. If you happen to encounter some wet weather during your visit, make sure to take a look at our list of …

Keeping the Kids Entertained – Best activities for families travelling in the Western Downs

Whether you’re on an epic road trip or a local looking for family-friendly activity ideas, check out this list of our favourite activities to do with toddlers and children when visiting (or living in) the Western Downs. If you happen to …

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Whether you’re on an epic road trip or a local looking for family-friendly activity ideas, check out this list of our favourite activities to do with toddlers and children when visiting (or living in) the Western Downs. If you happen to …

Top wet weather things to do and see in the Western Downs

Wet weather can frustrate even the most seasoned traveller. While the Western Downs is lucky to enjoy plenty of sunshine, we can also deliver the occasional downpour. Read on to discover our favourite activities to prevent cabin-fever – for kids young …

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Wet weather can frustrate even the most seasoned traveller. While the Western Downs is lucky to enjoy plenty of sunshine, we can also deliver the occasional downpour. Read on to discover our favourite activities to prevent cabin-fever – for kids young …

How to enjoy a long weekend from the Sunshine Coast to the Bunya Mountains

Trade waves for rolling hills and sand for ancient forests – because the Bunya Mountains is calling.  Utilise your annual leave with this four-day Bunya Mountains itinerary that will see you immersed within the refreshing rainforest, getting friendly with the local …

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Trade waves for rolling hills and sand for ancient forests – because the Bunya Mountains is calling.  Utilise your annual leave with this four-day Bunya Mountains itinerary that will see you immersed within the refreshing rainforest, getting friendly with the local …

3-day Guide to the Bunya Mountains from Toowoomba

Long weekend on the horizon? Or are you craving a Western Downs getaway? For those keen to explore further than the Garden City, Toowoomba, make the most of your leave with this complete Bunya Mountains itinerary. From departure, to check-in, and …

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Long weekend on the horizon? Or are you craving a Western Downs getaway? For those keen to explore further than the Garden City, Toowoomba, make the most of your leave with this complete Bunya Mountains itinerary. From departure, to check-in, and …

How to do a Family Holiday in the Bunya Mountains

Swap screen time for quality time on a school holiday escape to the Bunya Mountains that the whole family will enjoy. The Western Downs has you covered recharging and reconnecting – take a trip to the Bunya Mountains, in Southern Queensland. …

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Swap screen time for quality time on a school holiday escape to the Bunya Mountains that the whole family will enjoy. The Western Downs has you covered recharging and reconnecting – take a trip to the Bunya Mountains, in Southern Queensland. …