The National Maritime Museum began in 1984 the NSW and Australian Governments announced that a national maritime museum would be built as part of the redevelopment of Darling Harbour, Sydney, a cradle of Australian maritime commerce close to the site of our first European settlement at Sydney Cove.The mission is to bring maritime heritage to life and preserve it for future generations, through exhibitions, programs and eventsand the development of the National Maritime Collection. - Read more
A heritage listed Waterfront Hotel in Hobart, Tasmania with a proud history, it has been and still is a meeting spot for locals and travellers. Perhaps the seafood restaurant is the attraction. Maybe its the 13 beers on tap, or the great live entertainment in the lively front bar. Outside dining right opposite the water! Accommodation is available. Built for Charles Gaylor and licenced in 1846 it derived its name from the fact that the then Custom House (now Parliament House) is opposite. - Read more
Draped in a quilt of green meadows and lush forests, the rolling hills stretch to the horizon where they join with the clear blue sky to create a contrast of colours as interesting as the history of this lush region.
