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Vance and Nettie Palmer had much to say about the importance of naming, that is naming the country as writers and activists. In this following description of the Obi Obi Creek, Vance writes about the ‘Bon Accord’ falls. He suggests that a better name might have included some reference to Tom Petrie, the white boy who very early explored the … [Read more...]
The recently-opened Great Walk Conondale Range is a trip back in time in more ways than one. The 56-kilometre circuit walk, which begins and ends at the popular Booloumba Creek campgrounds, provides much more than a glimpse of the spectacular forests, creeks and gorges for which the Conondale Ranges have become noted. While the walk includes … [Read more...]
Rugged landscapes, fast-flowing mountain creeks, waterfalls, cascades and impressive forests are all part of a new walk in the Conondale Ranges, several kilometres south of Kenilworth in the scenic Mary Valley. The 10 kilometre walk from Booloumba Campsite 3 up to the impressive Booloumba Falls will eventually form the first day of a four- … [Read more...]
Not too far inland from the coast is a lush green wonderland of mountains, forest and crystal-clear streams flowing through hidden gorges – the Conondales. It’s the largest area of sub-tropical rainforest on the Sunshine Coast and a must for exploring. Access is most convenient from Maleny, but it’s good to approach from the north … [Read more...]
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