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Australia's Hidden Gems

Australia’s diverse landscape features geological rarities and historical landmarks. This selection includes the Pinnacles’ limestone formations in Western Australia and Burning Mountain’s 5,500-year-old underground coal fire. Heritage sites like Brisbane’s 1828 Old Windmill and the Fremantle Markets offer glimpses into colonial and commercial history. Natural coastal highlights include the granite-sheltered waters of Greens Pool and the Eden Killer Whale Museum, which documents the unique maritime history of orcas and whalers on the New South Wales coast.

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Pinnacles

The Pinnacles are limestone formations within Nambung National Park, near the town of Cervantes, Western Australia.

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Burning Mountain

Nature reserve featuring an underground coal seam that has been smouldering for an estimated 5,500 years. The site includes scenic valley views, walking trails, and birdwatching opportunities.

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Greens Pool

Located in William Bay National Park, this coastal area features white sand beaches and turquoise waters sheltered from the Southern Ocean by a natural barrier of large granite boulders.

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The Old Windmill

The Old Windmill is a heritage-listed tower mill in Observatory Park adjacent to Wickham Park at 226 Wickham Terrace, Spring Hill, City of…

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Eden Killer Whale Museum

Overlooking Twofold Bay, this museum documents the region's maritime history and the unique relationship between shore-based whalers and wild orcas. It houses the skeleton of the famous killer whale, Old Tom.