Explore 35 of Brisbane’s most picturesque and interesting walks, with walks for all ages and fitness levels. A bestseller in the first edition and second editions, this fully-updated version includes detailed walk information, full-colour photos and comprehensive maps.
The perfect companion for the bushwalking fan, whether local or a visitor to the Blue Mountains region. Features accurate maps, step by step directions, detailed walk statistics, information on local history and the natural environment, walking ideas for families with children, safety tips and over 200 full colour photographs.
A New Appraisal of William Bligh and the Rum Rebellion
This fascinating account of early Australia focuses on Governor William Bligh (famous as the captain of "Mutiny On the Bounty" fame). The Rum Rebellion has, for generations, been told to school children as one of the better stories of Australian history - how Bligh was a tyrant deposed by...
The most accessible yet comprehensive guide to all the species that are commonly - and even not so commonly - found in the state, covering the vast majority of sedentary birds and regular migratory birds. Nearly 500 are illustrated and discussed in some detail, making not just for easy identification, but also absorbing contemplation.
Brings over 20,000 of the most commonly used girls names in the English-speaking world together in one handy volume. Each name has a brief explanation of origin, with the most popular names having an expanded historical entry. Also includes an introductory chapter on the naming of babies...
The perfect companion for lovers of the High Country. Features: 40 walks, from 30 mins to 2 days; colour maps and detailed directions; distance, ascent/descent, grade and time; High Country history and natural environment; over 150 colour photographs. The perfect companion for any resident or visitor looking explore the raw beauty of the region.
Details 25 walks in this much-loved region, including in Kakadu, Nitmiluk and Litchfield national parks. Distance, grade and estimated duration are detailed, walks are accompanied by accurate full-colour maps and photographs, and history, culture and wildlife add interest. Includes many classic walks as well as some lesser known adventurous tracks.
For those in the urban centres of Sydney, Wollongong or Canberra, the Southern Highlands offer a fast escape with natural attractions that can’t be found along the coast. The Highlands form part of the Great Dividing Range and numerous spectacular waterfalls tumble off its sharp eastern edge.
The best walks for visitors and residents alike, ranging from leisurely coastal strolls to the more rugged tracks deep in the bush. Detailed descriptions and maps help the reader explore the regions parks, bushland, rivers and coasts. The book is richly illustrated with over 200 colour photographs and dozens of detailed maps.
