http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au All the latest from THE WORD Australia Fri, 24 May 2013 07:25:13 GMT en-gb http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/aquariums http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/aquariums Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT One of the world largest islands, it is no wonder that the bulk of Australia's wildlife comes from the sea. What better way is there to dive into the Australian oceans, than visiting one of the... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/home-and-away-tour http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/home-and-away-tour Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Travel to the world-famous Palm Beach and see where scenes of the show Home and Away are actually filmed! If you love the TV Series then jump on board for the trip of a life time! Sit back and relax... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/skydiving-and-skydivers http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/skydiving-and-skydivers Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT Skydiving One of the ultimate adventure activities, and there is no where in the world better to throw yourself out of an aeroplane than Australia. Almost anyone over the age of 14 years can tandem... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/scuba-diving http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/scuba-diving Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Introductory Diving You can 'get into the water' without experience by either snorkelling or doing a Discovery Dive, most diving operators offer these options.  For those with more time and a... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/whale-and-dolphin-watching http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/whale-and-dolphin-watching Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Whale watching season runs from May through November.  During this time of year, Humpback whales swim into the waters off the East Coast of Australia as they make their journey north from the... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/sailing-and-learn-to-sail http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/sailing-and-learn-to-sail Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Sailing and learning to sail Learning how to sail is a great way to see the sights and learn something new at the same time. A few backpackers manage to get short-term crew work on boats with the... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/bike-cycles-and-cycling http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/bike-cycles-and-cycling Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT Cycling Cycling has numerous benefits including exercise, no air pollution, reducing traffic congestion, minimizing noise pollution (nearly silent operation) and no cost parking and ability to travel ... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/bushwalking http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/bushwalking Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Bushwalking is simply defined as: an expedition on foot through the bush.  If you are not familiar with Australia, you may be asking yourself “What is the bush?” Simply stated, the... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/jackaroo-jillaroo http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/jackaroo-jillaroo Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Leconfield (operating since 1997) is the longest running Jackaroo-Jillaroo School in Australia and specialises in working station programs and horse rides for backpackers/travellers.  Guests... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/hang-gliding-paragliding-and-triking http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/hang-gliding-paragliding-and-triking Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT You don't have to be a bird, you don't have to be fit, you don't have to be wealthy. But you do have to have a sense of adventure and be keen to discover new things. Ease of Learning The easiest ... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/gyms-fitness-wellbeing-health http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/gyms-fitness-wellbeing-health Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT All Sorts Fitness and Wellbeing Centre Located a short bus ride, run or cycle ride from the CBD in cosmopolitan Alexandria, with a fully functional gym, heated indoor pool, rooftop tennis court,... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/hot-air-ballooning http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/hot-air-ballooning Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT Hot air ballooning Ballooning is an activity best done in the early morning, so prepare for a very early start.  However, it is well worth the wake up.  Attractive aspects of ballooning... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/surfing http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/surfing Sat, 14 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Where is all began Surfing is a word that is synonymous with Australian culture, conjuring images of late nights, early morning, sun kissed skin, and salt laden hair. Sydney's Cronulla Beach is where ... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/wildlife-sanctuaries http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/wildlife-sanctuaries Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT Wildlife Sanctuaries Wildlife Sanctuaries are facilities where animals are brought to live and be protected for the rest of their lives. The mission of sanctuaries is to be safe havens, where the... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/abseiling-rock-climbing-bouldering http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/abseiling-rock-climbing-bouldering Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT Abseiling It's pretty scary up there, but the feeling of being horizontal, feet on the rocks, jumping, and flying in the air was such a kick! Backwards is the traditional means, but you can... http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/kayaking-and-canoeing http://www.thewordaustralia.com.au/activities/kayaking-and-canoeing Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Kayaks and kayaking Recreational kayaks are designed for the casual paddler interested in a peaceful paddle on a lake or flatwater stream. Compared to other kayaks, recreational kayaks have a larger...