The Cooee Journal

Travel Tips, Guides & Stories

Destination guides, insider tips, and stories from the road — written by the team that knows Queensland best.

24 articles & counting
Destinations
8 min

12 Brisbane Hidden Gems Only Locals Know About

Skip the tourist traps and discover Brisbane's best-kept secrets — from rooftop bars tucked behind laneways to quiet riverside walks with jaw-dropping skyline views.

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Food & Wine
7 min

Eating Your Way Through the Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Artisan cheese, boutique wineries, and farm-to-table dining — our guide to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland's thriving food scene and the must-stop spots along the way.

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Travel Tips
6 min

When Is the Best Time to Visit the Whitsundays?

Stinger season, school holidays, cyclone risk, and sailing conditions — we break down every month so you can pick the perfect window for your Whitsundays getaway.

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Nature
9 min

Daintree Rainforest: A Wildlife Spotter's Complete Guide

Cassowaries, tree kangaroos, and crocodiles — the Daintree is teeming with unique wildlife. Here's where to look, when to go, and what to bring for the best encounters.

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Destinations
7 min

Gold Coast Beyond the Beaches: Hinterland, Art & Culture

There's more to the Gold Coast than Surfers Paradise. Discover the volcanic hinterland, a growing street-art scene, and a craft-beer trail that rivals any capital city.

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Culture
10 min

Exploring First Nations Culture Across Queensland

From guided Dreamtime walks in the Daintree to indigenous art galleries in Cairns, these experiences connect travellers with the world's oldest living culture.

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