All Shelter | Pavilion

The foreshore reserve provides a roofed area nestled into this sheltered plain – just perfect to enjoy a picnic with your own equipment.  The reserve boasts access to a wonderful Viewing Platform and the sandy Beach it overlooks.  Ample parking is provided off Shoreline Drive – between Longford-Golden Beach Road and Meridian Road, Golden Beach, VIC. Helpful Hints: – Parking for Large Rigs (this is a Read more…

Longitude:  151.311537      Latitude:  -25.573371 Travelling along the beautiful stretch of road between Eidsvold and Mundubbera in Queensland, a Truck Parking Area provides the perfect opportunity to take a moment to savour the views – breathtaking !! Rolling hills that expand in every direction – the peace and tranquility – as the Burnett Highway is not overly busy . . . Read more…

These picnic tables can be found nestled under a pavilion as well as mature trees, providing ample shade and shelter whilst still capitalising on the magnificent views across Hervey Bay. A ‘Viewing Platform‘ extending into the water is amongst the many attractions at this locale – which include direct access to the exquisite beaches of Hervey Bay; the crystal clear, tropical water; walking & Read more…

This picnic table is located in a great spot on top of a hill in Point Vernon, Queensland.  It overlooks the water across Hervey Bay, where, on a clear day, it is possible to see the Urangan Pier and Fraser Island (which may inspire you to visit them). With the shelter overhead, the table is perfect to set up a picnic and just enjoy the glorious Read more…

Longitude:  146.179137      Latitude:  -35.055813 Located on the southern flank of the Newell Highway, some 18.5 km south-west of the tiny township of Morundah in New South Wales, this circular fashioned Rest Area is accessed and exited via the same roadway.  Large mature trees bestow welcome shelter, and the views across the fields are vast and beautiful . . . The Rest Area is Read more…

Sheltered BBQ’s are conveniently positioned amongst sheltered and unsheltered picnic tables within Little Reserve, which is located in the heart of the seaside village of Portarlington. Portarlington’s shopping precinct is located across Newcombe Street.  Other facilities at Little Reserve include seating, public toilets, skate park and a playground for the children . . . Helpful Hints: – Car Parking available along Newcombe, Pier Read more…

Who doesn’t love a good old fashioned Aussie barbie in the park, and here at Seawinds Gardens in Arthurs Seat State Park there is room to bring the whole family. Set in a classically Aussie landscape, among the gum trees, it really is the traditional experience we have grown to know and love. The shelters are generously sized and offer Read more…

Feeling hungry??  ‘Apex Park‘ located in Pialba on Queensland’s Fraser Coast comes equipped with sheltered barbecues – the all weather solution.  A great quite spot for the family to enjoy a barbecue, with ample room for large families and plenty of activities to keep the children entertained.  Playgrounds, basketball/netball rings, and plenty of room in which to kick the footy – all of which are Read more…

Located directly adjacent to the Tootgarook Boat Ramp, is a fantastic pavilion housing a picnic table surrounded by some bench seating.  This stunning setting provides the infrastructure with which to launch the boat, jet ski, kayak, paddle board . . . have some fun on the water, then retreat to the shady pavilion to enjoy a bite to eat.  And for those enjoying Read more…

Located on a sheltered plain atop the sand dunes at Golden Beach in Victoria, this foreshore reserve provides an undercover area which incorporates BBQ’s and picnic tables. Other amenities include a smaller pavilion, unsheltered picnic tables, public toilets (across Shoreline Drive), information shelter and rubbish bins. The reserve also boasts access to a wonderful Viewing Platform and the sandy Beach it overlooks. Ample parking is provided Read more…

Longitude:  152.314807     Latitude:  -32.350927 Located on the northern flank of the Pacific Highway, some 15.8 km north of the exit to the Bulahdelah township, the Bulahdelah Rest Area is a one of the smaller but more tranquil rest areas.  It easily accommodates large rigs, providing ample parking whilst affording an easy: drive-in – park – drive-out scenario. This Rest Area is equipped with sheltered picnic Read more…

A number of sheltered picnic tables are dispersed around ‘Lions Park‘ in Gayndah, Queensland. All have varied views of the playground, skate park, exercise park, and expansive lawn areas – making is so easy to prepare a picnic lunch whilst the children are running around, enjoying all the park has to offer. This popular park features, wide open spaces, mature trees, Read more…

Sheltered BBQ’s are amongst the many facilities afforded at the Harry Clues Memorial Park.  Located some 850 m south of the township of Johnsonville in Victoria, the park is situate along the banks of the Tambo River, where once a punt, sawmill, ship building yard and bustling port prevailed . . . ‘Harry Clues Memorial Park’ Facilities include:  Public Toilets, Boat Ramp, Jetties, fish cleaning facilities, Sheltered Picnic Read more…

Located in Torquay on Queensland’s Fraser Coast – the beautiful ‘Nielsens Park‘ is perfect to enjoy a picnic and indulge in a meal whilst watching the water glisten through the trees – tempting one to just have a dip in the stunning waters of Hervey Bay. ‘Nielsens Park’ is one of the many beautiful picnic areas along the Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail, where you can find all the Read more…

‘The Pines’ is a great park for those with children, as the park offers a great Playground and direct access to the beach. ‘Rock-hop’ over the rock shelves and pools, investigate the micro-environments of the pools, go swimming in the sandy tracts of beach – and when you come back, you can rinse off the sand and salt water at the Outdoor Read more…

A quiet park area abuts the ‘Fisherman’s Wharf Marina’ precinct of the ‘Urangan Boat Harbour‘ located in Urangan, on Queensland’s Fraser Coast. Sheltered barbecues are amongst the many facilities provided in the park to ensure the family can enjoy the perfect barbecue meal as well as the beautiful beaches and a myriad of water activities . . . Facilities in this park Read more…

On a hot, Summer’s day, what better way to spend some time than enjoying all manner of water sports at the ‘Claude Wharton Weir & Park‘ ??  Located on the northern bank of the Burnett River, some 3.5 km west of the township of Gayndah, in Queensland, this is a popular park for both travellers and locals. Water-skiing, fishing, swimming, boating, kayaking . . Read more…

The reserve located in the boat ramp precinct of the Port of Sale in Victoria, provides picnic amenities set amidst an expansive lawn. The facilities include a large pavilion, BBQ’s and picnic tables which are situate overlooking the beautiful views of the Port of Sale and the Sale Canal. Access is via Park Street. Helpful Hints: – Close proximity to Town Centre – obtain Directions here – Ample Parking Read more…

A spacious pavilion equipped with seating is located approximately 120 m west of the car park at ‘Gunners Cottage‘. It is conveniently located within easy walking distance from the historic cemetery, Gunners Cottage car park, public toilets and the many walking trails that fan out from this point.  It is also situate with close proximity of the bus shuttle service. Helpful Hints: Read more…

Longitude:  147.519439      Latitude:  -33.763604 Located on the eastern flank of the Newell Highway, some 800 m south of the Mid Western Highway intersection, this Rest Area is nestled on the meandering banks of Bland Creek in New South Wales.  The Rest Area is a huge facility, with a sealed road that stretches some 450 m from end to end, as well as some extra gravel Read more…