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Ian Smith

‘The secret’s out Nowra! The hidden oasis of Australian bushland at Bomaderry Creek’

Bomaderry Creek Regional Park, a beautiful bushland oasis, awaits those who take the short detour from the Princes Highway between Bomaderry and North Nowra. Source: Ian Smith

‘When wander becomes wonder: The lost world of Bomaderry Creek near Nowra’

‘When wander becomes wonder: The lost world of Bomaderry Creek near Nowra’

Just a few hundred metres from the Princes Highway and near a populous area, it would be publicised, right?

Oaklands Falls are most impressive after heavy rainfall. Large fallen trees make the area feel majestic and make the surroundings unique. Source: Ian Smith

‘To Burgess and back: Unravelling the mysteries of the Blue Mountains hidden spots’

‘To Burgess and back: Unravelling the mysteries of the Blue Mountains hidden spots’

Burgess Falls is one of three main waterfalls in this stretch of the Blue Mountains of New South Wales.

Tacking Point Lighthouse is located atop a rocky headland which offers stunning panoramic views along the Port Macquarie coastline. Source: Ian Smith

‘Feeling adventurous: Exploring Port Macquarie’s stunning historical sites’

‘Feeling adventurous: Exploring Port Macquarie’s stunning historical sites’

Tacking Point Lighthouse is arguably the most popular attraction in all of Port Macquarie.

Glenbrook Gorge is a freshwater tributary of the Nepean River. It is located within the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, Australia. Source: Ian Smith

‘Mornings with Banksia Man: Rock-hopping our way through Glenbrook Gorge, NSW’

‘Mornings with Banksia Man: Rock-hopping our way through Glenbrook Gorge, NSW’

All around were spectacular eroded cliffs of sandstone, weathered in a hundred different patterns.

Situated in the Dooragan National Park, North Brother Mountain offers some of the most accessible, panoramic views on the east coast of Australia. Source: Ian Smith

‘Call of the mountain: The spectacular views from the top of North Brother’

‘Call of the mountain: The spectacular views from the top of North Brother’

For decades I’ve been slipping up this part of the Dooragan National Park in New South Wales from time to time, the lure beyond resistance.

Ian Smith

Ian has written for three different motorcycling magazines, soccer publications and, latterly, travel. It has been apparent that he writes and photographs from a different perspective to others and have a leaning towards humour as well. Ian loves bushwalking and photography and plays golf once a week while dreaming about his next trip in his motorhome.

The reflections on the water. Source: Ian Smith

‘Lane Cove National Park: A hidden gem for cyclists and photographers’

‘Lane Cove National Park: A hidden gem for cyclists and photographers’

Lane Cove National Park, not far from Sydney's city centre, is the perfect place for some snaps or a recreational ride.

With the Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background, Balmain was an important industrial centre. Source: Ian Smith

Balmain bugged: A self-guided tour of Sydney’s early colonial suburb

Balmain bugged: A self-guided tour of Sydney’s early colonial suburb

"Whatever you choose, I’m sure you’ll find some pleasure in what’s available in this special suburb."

Two White Rhinos at Dubbo's Western Plains Zoo eye off a kangaroo as it hops away. Source: Getty Images

‘Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo presents a truly immersive experience’

‘Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo presents a truly immersive experience’

Ian shares all there is to see and do at Taronga's Western Plains Zoo at Dubbo, New South Wales.

'Santa Maria della Salute' by Australian artist Arthur Streeton. Source: Ian Smith

‘”Arthur Streeton” exhibition in Sydney is worth a look’

‘”Arthur Streeton” exhibition in Sydney is worth a look’

Ian learnt a lot about the famous Australian painter's past at the current 'Streeton' exhibition at Art Gallery NSW.

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