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Brisbane
The Queensland’s Most Populous City The river that flows by Brisbane, and the city itself, was named after Governor Sir Thomas Brisbane. In 1859, Queensland was named a colony, and Brisbane became its capital. Today it is a bustling metropolis that with its outlying areas boasts a population in excess of three million people. It [...]
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Bendigo
The Goldfields of Bendigo Located just one and one half hours from Melbourne, the city of Bendigo was once the bustling center of goldfields that rocked the country in 1851. There is so much to see and do here that your vacation plans should include an extended stay. The culture, heritage, and fine wineries, make [...]
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Ballarat
The Heritage of Ballarat, Victoria On the Australian continent, in the state of Victoria, you will find the city of Ballarat. It is the states third largest city and is about one hour to the west of Melbourne. The Gold Rush of 1851 had a huge impact on Ballarat due to its rich gold fields. [...]
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Alice Springs
The Aboriginal Influence of Alice Springs, Australia This small coastal town has much to offer the visitor despite its diminutive size. It is located in the depths of the Australian Outback and is the second largest town in the Northern Territory. Overflowing with both history and nature, these two attractions are what draw people to [...]
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Albury
Australia’s Twin Cities At one time the great Murray River was considered more of a highway. Paddle steamers could always be seen delivering goods that had to be carried back and forth from one growing metropolis to another. The waterway is now quiet, and serves as a boundary between Albury and Wodonga. Heavily populated, the [...]
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Adelaide
Visiting Adelaide City in Southern Australia The city of Adelaide seems to manifest itself from among rolling hills and a plain that is tree covered. Known as the wine capital of Australia there are some of the best wines that you have ever tasted. Regardless of its surroundings, Adelaide City has much to offer the [...]