Australia Zoo, home of the Crocodile Hunter, is world famous and much more than a wildlife park.

Only five kilometres from Brisbane's city centre, Banks Street Reserve contains more than 30 hectares of bushland and a large open space that was once a market garden.

Big Red Cat is a fast, luxurious ferry service to North Stradbroke Island seven days per week.

One of the world's most ecologically important wetlands, Blue Lake National Park is one of North Stradbroke Island's many natural attractions.

The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail when completed will be a 161km outdoor recreation trail from Ipswich to Yarraman.

Escape the daily grind at a peaceful retreat and wildlife haven close to the city.

Cape Moreton, a rocky headland at the north-eastern tip of Moreton Island, provides some of the best fishing spots on the island.

Relax in inner-city riverfront parkland with CBD and river views.

A modern, 17-metre catamaran, Cat-o-Nine-Tails hosts daily tours from Manly to St Helena Island National Park.

Adjoining the Brisbane River, the Colmslie Beach Reserve and Off-Leash Dog Park includes a great children's playground with an Octopus Garden, barbecues, sheltered picnic spots and a pet-friendly, sandy beach.