Russell Falls was one of my favourite places in Tasmania. One thing that we really miss from our days before BJ had a wheelchair is having the freedom to do rainforest and bush walks. Many of the most beautiful walks have stairs or inclines that make …
Parks
Auburn Botanic Gardens
Visited December 2012 If you are a Sydneysider and you’re looking for somewhere different to explore, Auburn Botanic Gardens, approx. 18 kms from Sydney CBD, may be for you. In the middle of suburbia in Auburn, there is a lovely themed botanic …
Lake Parramatta
Visited October 2012 Lake Parramatta Reserve is a a small park but a pleasant spot for a smaller outing. Lots of families seem to spend a day here but for us it is more a place we would go for a couple of hours. It's hidden away but only about 5 …
Clifton Gardens, Mosman
Visited December 2012 Just down the road from Taronga Zoo this is a beautiful harbour beach and recreation area. In recent years it has had a make over and the facilities make it a great day out. Being a level area with concrete paths it's also an …
Fagan Park, Galston
Fagan Park is an amazing area of gardens, parkland and playgrounds. Left to the council for recreational purposes by a family in the area this is an fabulous gift. Hornsby council has done a great job at continuing to improve and enhance this park …
The Armory, Silverwater
Visited October 2012 (not far from Olympic Park area) If someone had told me that they were thinking of developing the area behind Silverwater Jail into a park, bike track and cafe I would have thought they were nuts. As it turns out, I was …
Bicentennial Park, Homebush
Last visited August 2013 Bicentennial Park at Homebush covers a very large area and is filled with bike tracks that go through mangroves and open spaces. We find this park can work well if we are meeting other people. There is a Liberty Swing …
