A few weeks ago we took a spontaneous getaway to Port Stephens. AJ's trial exams were over and BJ is still at home and not attending his day program and he's always up for an adventure. AJ had one request when we decided we'd take a few days away - …
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BELMONT LAKESIDE HOLIDAY PARK – ACCESSIBLE LAKE MACQUARIE ACCOMMODATION
As a family we review a lot of accommodation so it’s pretty hard to impress us these days. Occasionally, and I mean very occasionally, we see something that gives me tingles. That feeling comes from seeing a property which is outstanding, a place …
AFRICAN SAVANNAH – TARONGA ZOO SYDNEY
Air travel may have ground to a halt, but the new African Savannah precinct at Taronga Zoo Sydney allows visitors to go on safari, learning about giraffes, lions and meerkats, without even needing to whip out a passport. AFRICAN SAVANNAH …
PICK YOUR OWN ORANGES – WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE FAMILY FUN
Our family loves the opportunity to pick fruit and in the past we've been mandarin, apple, strawberry and blueberry picking. BJ particularly likes fruit picking because he can usually help or do it himself. The less delicate the fruit the better. …
BAGO MAZE & WINERY – ACCESSIBLE PORT MACQUARIE
Port Macquarie may be well known for its stunning coastline but there's more to this town than beaches - though we are rather fond of those too. The Bago Maze and Winery is about a 30 minute drive from Port Macquarie and is a favourite spot with …
MUSEUM OF ART AND CULTURE – MAC – ACCESSIBLE LAKE MACQUARIE
Overlooking the shores of Lake Macquarie, the Museum of Art and Culture (MAC), is the premier art destination for the region. We've visited Lake Macquarie many times and had overlooked this award-winning gallery in a stellar location until our latest …
TOP 5 ACCESSIBLE VIEWING LOCATIONS FOR SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE & OPERA HOUSE
During isolation we've had the opportunity to explore Sydney in many different ways. One that provided entertainment was finding accessible viewing locations where we could enjoy Sydney Harbour's activity without leaving the car. We think we've found …
MARDI GRAS SYDNEY – ACCESSIBLE VIEWING
Sydney's annual Mardi Gras sees our city awash with rainbows, glitter and greetings of "Happy Mardi Gras" from strangers when you walk down the street. As a family we've been keen to attend the Mardi Gras parade for a while, but battling the crowds …
KOALA HOSPITAL – PORT MACQUARIE
The plight of our wildlife has been well documented in disturbing scenes across our television screens in the last few months. Many dedicated wildlife carers are working around the clock to care for, and rehabilitate, those affected by the bushfires. …
BONDI BEACH – BEACH WHEELCHAIR, MATTING & ACCESSIBILITY
Bondi Beach is arguably one of the busiest and most popular beaches in Australia. In fact, last year it played host to 4 million visitors. When 1 in 20 people have an access need, this means there’s a significant number of those visitors who require …
