Hervey Bay - the gateway to Fraser Island (after Rainbow Beach). Got to the YHA mid-afternoon and immediately regretted not making more time for this place - the hostel was set in some lovely grounds, had really friendly staff, a bar that served up some great bbq, loads of free games and activities available.....but alas, alack, Sharan and i were using this a stop off point for our trip to Fraser Island. Fraser Island - we had signed up for a 2day/1 night guided...

Hello from Oz....my first blog from Oz about Oz...lots to tell, so watch this space. In the meantime...Rainbow Beach...stayed here at Dingo's Backpackers for a night. Comfortable, affordable, has a pool, and a bar, live music last night - had to go out for food as the meal vouchers sold out and the cooker is out of order. Had a big fat burger and it was delicious - thanks Shak cafe.On a healthier, more active note, Sharan and i were in the ocean boogie boarding l...

Ah, Noosa Heads....a breath of fresh air after the stuffy city of Brisbane. The YHA here is 2mins from the bus stop, the place is so pretty....all beaches and trees. The hostel is an old converted colonial hotel, all wood and very comfortable with a bar. We decide to spend a couple of nights here, go for a walk around town, up the hill....tough in the sun. Take in the viewpoint, Laguna lookout....well worth the walk, but a bit scary walking down the road through...

Ah Bris-vegas. A city of contrasts. The hostel was not great....a bit of a party place, so not much peace and quiet and not particularly clean-feeling or homely. Still, it was a bed in the right place for the right price. Made the most of our time here by visiting the South Bank in the city, very pretty with a ´beach´next to the river. PAid a visit out of town to Lone Pine Koala sanctuary on Sharan´s birthday, held a koala - very cute, even if it looks like i...