Independently researched, this book explores the best pet-friendly accommodation (from 5-star hotels to campgrounds) between Port Douglas and Port Fairy. Every author-chosen, unbiased entry has a brief opinion plus details of price and which pets are welcome. Features the best doggie days out, dog-friendly beaches, parks, cafes, pubs, wineries.
This engaging and sensitive book fills a major gap in showing a young child the impact on a parent of a mental illness such as bipolar disorder. In 2016, it won the Australian Association of Family Therapy Annual Award for children’s picture books and is on the NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge list. Contains four pages of teachers/parents notes.
The 48-215's Golden Decade and Legacy With insights from Spencer Martin, Barry Seton and Others
The 48-215: the modest car, designed for a particular moment, that burst the boundaries of its expectations. There is a touch of the miraculous about this story: a modest car that defined a motoring era and a bunch of mates that built a racing car on a shoestring but through hard work, skill and nerve still reached the pinnacle of their sport.
Dozens of fascinating stories about many of the models that Australian marques have produced since the early 20th century. Includes many stories, from the first home-constructed vehicles in the 1910s and 20s, to Fords first true ute in the 1930s, the first all-Australian (Holden) ute in the early 1950s, to the superutes of the 1990s.
Many of Australia’s creatures are facing extinction and we can’t save what we don’t understand. Mykes signature illustrations and engaging text introduce kids to 134 of Australia’s most endangered animals. While some may be well-known, many are not: all have their plight, beauty and character delicately presented in this important new book.
Myke Mollard’s signature illustrations and engaging text, delivered with a cinematic punch, bring kids up close and personal with 47 of the most deadly and dangerous Australian creatures, helping them to discover their true nature. Children will come to understand these creatures better, gain courage and form a proper respect for them.
A fun Australian-themed phoneme story that teaches young readers about the vowel sound A and where they can find it in different words. Beautifully illustrated, the rich colours and vibrant use of multi-media enhance the magical experience. The book is about the journey of Rainbow Bird from the rainforests of Tasmania to their counterparts in NSW.
The complete guidebook to Victoria's iconic multiday walk
The Great Ocean Walk takes in remote beaches, breathtaking views, river crossings, heathlands, towering trees and rainforest gullies. As well as extensive planning notes, this richly illustrated book has walk notes and detailed maps for each of the 8 official days walks. The book also contains Information on local history, environment and wildlife.
The best walks for visitors and residents alike, ranging from leisurely cliff-top strolls to the more rugged tracks deep in the bush. Detailed descriptions and maps help the reader explore the Central Coasts parks, bushland, lakes and coasts. The book is richly illustrated with over 150 full-colour photographs and dozens of detailed maps.
