Australia By Nature

Australia By Nature Adventure through the most stunning locations in Sydney and around. Avoid the busy crowds & discover the local secrets.

World Ocean Day 🌊Today we celebrate one of humanity’s greatest lifelines: the ocean.Covering more than 70% of our planet...
08/06/2026

World Ocean Day 🌊
Today we celebrate one of humanity’s greatest lifelines: the ocean.

Covering more than 70% of our planet, the ocean regulates our climate, supports incredible biodiversity, and produces around 50% of the oxygen we breathe through tiny marine organisms such as phytoplankton.

What makes the ocean even more remarkable is how much remains unknown. Despite its importance, scientists estimate that more than 80% of the ocean remains unmapped, unobserved, or unexplored, meaning we know more about some parts of the Moon than we do about our own deep seas.

This image was taken during a recent trip to the breathtaking Great Barrier Reef, one of the most extraordinary natural wonders on Earth and a reminder of why our oceans are worth protecting.

On World Ocean Day, let’s celebrate the beauty, mystery, and importance of the ocean, and remember that its health is deeply connected to our own.

Thank you to Destination NSW for hosting such an insightful webinar on non-visible disabilities with Penelope Gunn and B...
04/06/2026

Thank you to Destination NSW for hosting such an insightful webinar on non-visible disabilities with Penelope Gunn and Bryce Pace.

The statistics were a powerful reminder of why accessibility matters. Globally, more than 1.3 billion people live with a disability. In Australia, 1 in 5 people have a disability, and around 80% of these disabilities are non-visible.

Penelope and Bryce shared valuable perspectives on autism and blind/low vision experiences, helping attendees better understand how we can create more inclusive and welcoming visitor experiences.

Everyone should have the opportunity to connect with nature, whether that’s spotting wildlife in a national park, listening to birdsong in the bush, feeling the texture of ancient sandstone landscapes, or simply enjoying the calm and wellbeing that natural environments provide.

My biggest takeaway was that every person’s experience is unique. Being open, flexible and willing to listen allows us to adapt experiences so more people can enjoy Australia’s incredible wildlife and natural places in ways that work best for them.

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Hidden among the sandstone cliffs and misty escarpments of the Blue Mountains, nature has a surprising secret: carnivoro...
02/06/2026

Hidden among the sandstone cliffs and misty escarpments of the Blue Mountains, nature has a surprising secret: carnivorous plants.

These remarkable species thrive in the nutrient-poor soils of the region, luring unsuspecting insects into intricate traps to supplement their diet. From delicate sundews sparkling with sticky, dew-like droplets to tiny bladderworts hidden in wetlands, these plants are a fascinating example of Australia’s extraordinary biodiversity.

Next time you explore the Blue Mountains, look closely, you might discover a miniature predator at work.

Meet our newest office buddy, Mako (the land shark)Already part of the Australia by Nature team, she’s quickly proven sh...
25/05/2026

Meet our newest office buddy, Mako (the land shark)

Already part of the Australia by Nature team, she’s quickly proven she has the same love for the outdoors as we do.

Her favourite adventure? Splashing through running water. Soon she’ll be exploring bush tracks and finding any excuse to be near the ocean. Safe to say she’s perfectly suited to life surrounded by nature.

While one of us is in the office each day, busy planning unforgettable days exploring Australia’s national parks, scenic lookouts and hidden gems, Mako is nearby keeping morale high and making sure the office never feels too serious.

We think our tour guests will approve of our newest furry team member and chief happiness officer.

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Anyone else find themselves in the city for a meeting and instantly drawn to the nearest patch of nature? Sydney’s parks...
20/05/2026

Anyone else find themselves in the city for a meeting and instantly drawn to the nearest patch of nature?

Sydney’s parks almost feel like a survival instinct at this point. One minute you’re in a boardroom, the next you’re under a 100 year old fig tree pretending you’re not checking emails.

Sydney has around 88,500 trees across its local area, including more than 14,000 in parks alone, with the city working toward 27% canopy cover by 2050.

And honestly, those giant trees do something to your nervous system. The huge Moreton Bay figs scattered through parks like Hyde Park, the Domain and Centennial Park aren’t just pretty. Mature urban trees can reduce heat, improve air quality and make cities feel noticeably calmer.

There’s something uniquely Sydney about escaping glass towers by disappearing beneath a massive canopy for 10 minutes before your next meeting.

What does a tour guide do on a rare day off?Still explores of course, just swapping hiking boots for a boat and spending...
19/05/2026

What does a tour guide do on a rare day off?

Still explores of course, just swapping hiking boots for a boat and spending time on the water with family.

Sydney is surrounded by some of Australia’s most spectacular national parks, and many of them reveal an entirely different side when explored by boat. From hidden beaches and towering sandstone cliffs to quiet waterways lined with gum trees, these protected landscapes feel worlds away from the city.

Sydney Harbour National Park is made up of islands, foreshore reserves and historic sites spread throughout the harbour, many only truly appreciated from the water.

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is one of Australia’s oldest national parks, established in 1894, and is famous for its waterways, Aboriginal heritage sites and secluded coves.

Brisbane Water National Park and the Hawkesbury region are home to incredible estuarine ecosystems where you can spot sea eagles, dolphins and native bushland meeting the water’s edge.

Royal National Park, just south of Sydney, is the world’s second oldest national park and offers stunning coastal scenery accessible by boat along sections of the Port Hacking waterways.

Days like these are a reminder that nature around Sydney is never far away. Sometimes the best adventures begin just beyond the shoreline.

Australia has some of the most beautiful national parks in the world, and we feel incredibly lucky to explore them both on and off the water.

This striking red flower blooming in late autumn here in Sydney is the pĹŤhutukawa, native to coastal New Zealand and aff...
17/05/2026

This striking red flower blooming in late autumn here in Sydney is the pĹŤhutukawa, native to coastal New Zealand and affectionately known as the New Zealand Christmas tree.

These magnificent trees can grow up to 20 metres tall, with wide spreading branches that often cling dramatically to cliffs and coastlines. In New Zealand, they famously burst into brilliant crimson bloom around December, becoming a symbol of summer and Christmas.

Here in Australia’s warmer climate, they can flower several times throughout the year.

Their nectar rich flowers attract a variety of birdlife. In Australia, they are especially loved by rainbow lorikeets, noisy miners, wattlebirds and honeyeaters, along with bees and other pollinators.

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