When we arrived in Brisbane, I assumed that the first thing we’d do as huge fans of Steve Irwin, would be to visit his legacy in Australia Zoo. But at $59 a ticket (now $75 in 2025), we decided to put it off and went to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary for half the price instead. …
When people think of visiting Australia’s cities, Brisbane is not usually high up on the list. Sydney is one of the most recognisable cities in the world, and Melbourne is known for its coffee culture, laid back vibes, street art and trams. Even Byron Bay, the hippie retreat not far from Brisbane, seems more highly …
Everyone’s heard of Australia Zoo – founded by Steve Irwin’s parents, it became as legendary as he did; it’s one of the biggest tourist attractions in the country, and it’s near the top of my to-do list in the land down under. There are several other wildlife parks and sanctuaries here that have crept up …
