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Slow Roads & Country Charm: Our Day Trip to Boonah and Kalbar

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  Slow Roads & Country Charm: Our Day Trip to Boonah and Kalbar Saturday started the way all good adventures do — early, a little chilly, and full of excitement. With the Brisbane air finally cooling down, we packed the car, grabbed Shari, and hit the road in search of that perfect country escape. The Scenic Rim was calling, and this time, our destination was the charming rural town of Boonah. Located about 1 hour and 20 minutes southwest of Brisbane (roughly 90 km from the northside), Boonah sits nestled in the heart of the Scenic Rim, surrounded by rolling farmland, mountain ranges, and national parks. It’s a town rich in history, originally settled in the late 1800s and known for its dairy farming roots. Today, it’s a vibrant country hub blending heritage charm with boutique shopping, local produce, and relaxed country hospitality. Our first stop was the Boonah Country Markets — the perfect way to ease into the day. Held regularly and loved by locals and visitors alike, the ...
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Golden Fields & Country Treasures: Our Kalbar Sunflower Adventure

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Golden Fields & Country Treasures: Our Kalbar Sunflower Adventure   The kind of mornings that start in darkness always feel like the beginning of something special. There’s a quiet anticipation in the air, a soft hum of possibility as the rest of the city sleeping and you slip out into the stillness before sunrise. Today was one of those mornings—an early start, coffee in hand, gear packed, and one destination in mind: the Kalbar Sunflower Festival.
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Location: Kalbar QLD 4309, Australia
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Bribie Island Bliss: The Perfect Day Trip from Brisbane You’ll Never Forget

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Bribie Island Bliss: The Perfect Day Trip from Brisbane  You’ll  Never Forget   If  you’re  chasing that perfect mix of laid-back coastal charm, great food, local markets, and dog-friendly adventures, Bribie Island delivers in all the right ways. Just over an hour’s drive from Brisbane, this slice of paradise feels like a true escape—without the hassle of ferries or long travel days.   We packed up for a spontaneous  Sunday  day trip with our pup Shari, and what unfolded was one of those effortless, sunshine-filled days that remind you why Southeast Queensland is such a special place to explore.
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Easter Long Weekend at Burrum Heads

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  Easter Long Weekend at Burrum Heads A Coastal Escape to Slow Down, Soak It Up, and Recharge There’s something special about an Easter long weekend getaway, especially when it involves packing the car, loading up the dog, and pointing the bonnet north toward the coast. This year, we swapped the usual routine for a few blissful days at  Burrum Heads , a quiet seaside gem on Queensland’s Fraser Coast where life moves at the pace of the tide.
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A Full Day in Brisbane: Sunshine, History, Pups, and Unmissable Markets

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  A Full Day in Brisbane: Sunshine, History, Pups, and Unmissable Markets   Imagine landing in Brisbane as an overseas traveler, eager for that easygoing Aussie weekend—warm rays on your skin, riverside paths underfoot, echoes of old wharves, and markets alive with locals and their dogs. What sets Brisbane apart? It skips Sydney's nonstop tourist crush and steep prices, or Melbourne's unpredictable chills that chase you inside, offering instead endless balmy days for spontaneous park hangs and ferry jaunts.
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Location: Brisbane QLD, Australia
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Sunrise at Moffat Beach to Caloundra Markets: Our Sunshine Coast Sunday Adventure

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  Sunrise to Street Fair Our adventures kicked off with an early 5am rise, jumping in the  Ute  and cruising up the Bruce Highway to Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast—about  90km  north of Brisbane, an easy hour drive past the Glass House Mountains. Moffat Beach, our  fave  spot between Dicky Beach and Kings Beach, shines with its sheltered cove, calm family waves, rocky headlands for whale watching (June-Nov), dog-friendly stretches, grassy picnics, and nearby playgrounds plus cafes.
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Location: Moffat Beach QLD 4551, Australia
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Markets, Meals & Magic: A Brisbane Saturday Adventure

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  “ Markets, Meals & Magic: A Brisbane Saturday Adventure ” There’s nothing quite like waking up on a Brisbane Saturday knowing adventure awaits — coffee, good company, and a happy pup in tow.  This weekend, we explored some of our favourite local gems, from a cozy breakfast spot in Fortitude Valley to market-hopping by the river and finishing with a sunset by the bay.
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