The Competition asks Entrants to select images they think are of Queensland to go in the draw to win one of eight NZD$1,000 House

Elizabeth Binning is converted to lentils in a French cooking lesson on the Sunshine Coast.

Stephanie Holmes eats her way around the Sunshine Coast and is left with a good taste in her mouth.

You can't visit Australia without cuddling a koala.

Andrew Louis meets some fair dinkum Aussie locals in their natural habitat ... and not a XXXX in sight.

I wish they were here, too. It's fun on my own, but the Gold Coast is always a great destination with family or friends.

Just after we rolled back the clocks and settled again into the dark evenings and, in my opinion, the depressing half of the year, I amused myself with one of those silly online quizzes.

If you like sea turtles and snorkelling, islands and adventures, and sipping a gin and tonic as the water laps gently around you then bareboating in the Whitsundays could be for you.

Fitzroy Island is a cliche of a tropical paradise - pretty as a postcard. First impressions are of lofty palm trees, golden-tan sand and a blue, blue sea.

Tackling the Great Beach Drive proves easier than expected, finds Andrew Louis.

Baxter Aldworth rides the Roadrunner Rollecoaster at Movie World on the Gold Coast.

Just like Auckland in 2011, as we swung into Rugby World Cup mode, Brisbane has undergone a rejuvenation and had an injection of coolness

Kick-start your Brisbane family holiday with these top attractions and activities.

From galleries to flea markets, this city is abuzz with culture, says Megan Singleton

It's easy to find yourself smiling at a baby saltwater crocodile, discovers Caris Bizzaca, from well behind the fence.

Each week, expat Kiwis tell us what they most love about living by Queensland's beaches. Today we hear from Kirsten Wise Boutique Voyage & Cruise Specialist from Cruise Traveller.

Each week, expat Kiwis tell us what they most love about living by Queensland's beaches. Today we hear from Sunshine Coast Tourism and Events Queensland director Lynne Banford.

From top-notch dining spots to boat tours, the Gold Coast keeps Ellie Mitchell busy.

Tim Roxborogh spins his wheels on a picturesque Queensland retreat.

Moreton Island's many activities include four wheel tours, quad biking, snorkelling the wrecks, segway tours, parasailing, bay boating tours, helicopter flights - and wild dolphin feeding.