Articles related to "South Wales"

The large state of New South Wales, Australia with Sydney as it's capital, offers unspoilt beaches, expansive rural countryside, wild national parks and rugged outback.

South Wales holiday cottages offer a cheap UK holiday for families not wanting to go abroad. Holiday cottages in South Wales provide fun and cheap UK family holidays.

Central NSW has been somewhat overlooked by Australian holidaymakers in the past, but many people are now finding it an interesting and fun destination.

Visitors to Australia can find the world's biggest banana, prawn, crocodile, bull, pineapple, mushroom, sheep, wine bottle, guitar, spider and rocking horse.

Bushwalking in NSW is one of the top things to do in Australia. The South Coast has some beautiful walking trails that are well worth exploring.

Find roses in bloom for eight months of the year amongst the 880 rose bushes of the Cowra Rose Garden, a wonderful resource when choosing roses for the home garden.

Australia is a huge island continent 7,692,024 square kilometers in area. Pick out the best areas to cycle tour and forget the rest.

The State Border splits the main street in two. Each side is a different town with a different government but at least they're both in the same country.

South West Wales has lots of things to do for families . Rain or shine,the kids need never be bored as there is some thing for all interests, all ages and all weather.

You can have a very cheap holiday in Wales. Many attractions, including all the National Museums, allow free admission to all. Here are just six ideas for starters.

George Miller will direct a sequel to his Oscar-winning animated film, Happy Feet, in a studio in Sydney, Australia. The movie will take 3 years to make.

This little-known gem of Australia's coast has one of the country's best diving and snorkeling sites, migrating whales, and a rich diversity of plant and animal life.

For those who prefer to tread off the beaten path, but still enjoy the luxuries of a five-star hotel, Lilianfels Hotel and Spa in New South Wales is the perfect getaway.

Margam Park has something for everyone. Enjoy the peaceful grounds or let off steam in the adventure playground and everything is free, except parking and the railway.

Enjoy Welsh heritage, visit well maintained homes and gardens or explore the stunning coastline of South Wales. The National Trust offers all this and more......

If they travel to this town on Australia's East coast, holiday makers can try surfing, whale watching, safaris on Lighthouse Beach and visiting sick koalas on Lord St.

Substitute Gorka Pintado's volley claimed Swansea a point against 10-man Cardiff in the first South Wales league derby in nearly a decade.

With its stunning beaches, lush national parks and quaint rural villages, the Shoalhaven region on the NSW South Coast offers the perfect Australian coastal holiday.

Take a walk through Welsh history, literally. From 1500s manor houses to 1960s prefabs, it's all been gathered together in this fascinating collection.

Recent excavations at Isca have revealed much more of the interior of what was one of only three permanent Roman military fortresses in Britain

Years ago when horses and carriages ruled the roads, there was Captain Thunderbolt - the gentleman bushranger, popular with the locals and wanted by the law!

A scenic four hour drive from Sydney through the Blue Mountains and historic Bathurst leads to Cowra, a Central NSW town brimming with experiences for the tourist.

See the power of the wind used to generate energy at Blayney Wind Farm. Wind turbines help meet Australia's growing energy needs without greenhouse gas emissions.

Australia's reputation for producing wine of quality and value is becoming more widely recognized as its exports increases worldwide.

The Jameson Valley, Scenic Railway, cable car, waterfalls, mountain biking, Leura, Lithgow, Oberon... travel to this World Heritage area near Sydney, Australia.

Every year Australians across the country join in debate over the awarding of the nation's highest honour in the visual arts: the Archibald Prize for portraiture.

An Australian stamp commemorating the Bunyip, which resembles the extinct diprotodon, as an animal of natural history, implies it existed at one time.

The town sits on the edge of a surreal red desert, dotted with white gum trees. Strange animals live here and there are ancient rock carvings in Mootwingee National Park.

It is easy see why the Gower was named Britain's first Area of Outstanding Beauty. See award winning beaches, stunning cliff top views and The Mumbles fishing village.

Sydney residents were understandably confused as they woke to an orange-colored sky. See some of the photos of this phenomenon.

Cardiff is a modern city with a history. Walk to Cardiff Castle, The Millennium Stadium and The National Museum from the station. Other attractions are further afield.

20-year old Steven Smith has turned heads during the past weeks. His bowling has been discussed favourably by Shane Warne, and he appears to be a talent for the future.

In this new edition of his well-loved reference, Alex Floyd has provided descriptions and illustrations of 403 Australian rainforest tree species.

Visit the Gower , Britain's first Area of Natural Beauty; The Pembrokeshire Coast, Britain's only coastal National Park or Wales's largest indoor market in Swansea.

Whether it's taking on the Franklin River in Tasmania or the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area in New South Wales, there's an adrenalin rush Down Under.

Aneurin Bevan was a Welsh born and bred politician who played a key role in the creation of the post war Welfare State and the National Health Service in Britain.

Ornithology in the Ozzie Back Yard! Forget about dull sparrows and starlings. Australian garden birds are Big, Bright and Beautiful!

Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales. More people live here than anywhere else in Australia so find out more about this iconic city.

The Duracks came to Australia from Ireland in 1853 to avoid starving to death. Battling the elements, they settled and brought cattle to parts of remote Outback Australia

Cladia retipora can grow like snow drifts, explaining its common name of Snow Lichen, while viewed close up, delicate and lacy, Coral Lichen is a fitting name.

Visiting the News South Wales South Coast? Check out some of the best rural events and festivals in the Shoalhaven Region.

Rice Boy author's early play about Banterweight Boxer Johnny Owen and his connection to three Welsh women gives its small cast plenty of passionate sparring room.

Visitors to New South Wales can discover the cellars of Pokolbin, Cessnock and Broke Road, and indulge in great reds and whites amongst the vines.

Sharks themselves are an ancient species which still exist. Is it reasonable to think that one species would die out while others continue to thrive

Kieron Pollard has shown during the Champions League that he has the potential to do big things. The question remains as to whether he can do them at international level.

Rachel Pfitzner murdered her two-year-old son, Dean Shillingsworth, and threw his body into a pond because "the little bastard" reminded her of his father whom she hated.

The Pembrokeshire National Park and Carmarthenshire offer stunning scenery and interesting places to visit. Including these that are owned by the National Trust.

Emmaville Gemfest is a yearly gathering of fossicking interested folk from across Australia taking place in a small town in rural New South Wales

Brothers Robert and Bruce Wheatley share their passion for the Age of Steam in this stunning collection of black and white photographs taken on Australian railways.

Scientists at the University of New South Wales in Australia have developed a breakthrough method which keeps stem cells alive much longer than previously possible.