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As always, you can make the most of Brisbane’s outdoor lifestyle by abseiling or rock-climbing Kangaroo Point’s 200-million-year-old cliffs, paddle the river in a kayak, or cycle along the South Bank boardwalk.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOther river-based operators have also proved you can’t keep a Queenslander down. Climb aboard \u003Ca href=\"https://rivertobay.com.au/\"\u003ERiver to Bay\u003C/a\u003E  and choose from a raft of leisurely tours including cocktail cruises along the river, day trips across Moreton Bay and city sightseeing cruises. Alternatively, don the skipper’s cap and hire a private electric boat to enjoy a floating river picnic with \u003Ca href=\"https://goboat.com.au/location/breakfast-creek/\"\u003EGo Boats\u003C/a\u003E – no boat license required. Finish the day staring down the mighty Brisbane River at \u003Ca href=\"https://howardsmithwharves.com/\"\u003EHoward Smith Wharves\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.eaglestreetpier.com.au/\"\u003EEagle Street Pier\u003C/a\u003E - Brisbane’s premier waterfront dining precincts. In good news, both precincts are open and dishing up sunny Brisbane hospitality and entertainment.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESpend a day in South Bank’s cultural precinct at the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.qagoma.qld.gov.au/\"\u003EQueensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art\u003C/a\u003E. Don’t miss the \u003Ci\u003E10th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art\u003C/i\u003E, a celebration of artwork from more than 150 individuals across 30 countries on display until 25 April 2022. 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It is pulling many red carriages.","srcUriTemplate":"/au/en/news-and-media/media-resources/press-releases/nothing-beats-queensland--resilient-tourism-businesses-bounce-ba/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_440035555_copy.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1698283905562/maryvalleyrattler-teqcredit.jpeg","uuid":"90f3d548-3422-4050-95c9-3f54cf7a6958","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"North of the Queensland capital, staff and volunteers at the iconic Mary Valley Rattler have worked tirelessly to restore impacted railway lines and get the classic steam train back on track.",":type":"teq/components/image"},"spacer_copy_91526288":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"xxsmall",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"editorial_descriptio_951060604":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESunshine Coast and Gympie\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENorth of the Queensland capital, staff and volunteers at the iconic \u003Ca href=\"https://www.maryvalleyrattler.com.au/\"\u003EMary Valley Rattler\u003C/a\u003E have worked tirelessly to restore impacted railway lines and get the classic steam train back on track. 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As one of the largest living hedge mazes in Australia, Amaze World brings a little magic and enchantment to the lives of those who visit – even the ‘big kids at heart’ will revel in getting lost among the hedges.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe team at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.malenybotanicgardens.com.au/\"\u003EMaleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World\u003C/a\u003E banded together and got straight to work on the clean-up and repairs to reopen the hinterland attraction within a week of the unprecedented weather event. Wander through more than eight acres of magnificent gardens offering spectacular views of the Glass House Mountains and get up close and personal with exotic birds. 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Unfortunately, the same can’t be said for rain. Maryborough has experienced two separate flooding events in 2022, just one month apart, but this tough and tight-knit town can’t be beaten. Fun fact: the town happens to be the early home (and arguably the muse) for PL Travers, better known as the creator and author of Mary Poppins – giving families and literary buffs the perfect excuse to visit this Fraser Coast town.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStop by \u003Ca href=\"https://storybank.ourfrasercoast.com.au/\"\u003EThe Story Bank\u003C/a\u003E, the birthplace of PL Travers, and learn about her early life as well as the history of the building or schedule a family holiday in August for a celebration of this world famous nanny at the free \u003Ca href=\"https://www.marypoppinsfestival.com.au/\"\u003EMary Poppins Festival\u003C/a\u003E. 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Although water did creep up to the café during the most recent weather event, the building stuck to its foundations and is back offering tantalising home-cooked treats.   \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile visitors may not be able to sit under the avocado orchard at \u003Ca href=\"https://awassicheesery.com.au/\"\u003EAwassi Cheesery\u003C/a\u003E due to flood impacted roads, foodies can still sample all the cheesy goodness by ordering dairy treats online. Keep an eye on the Awassi Cheesery Facebook page for information regarding the imminent farm reopening. Continue buying direct from the paddock and order fresh produce such as eggs, chicken and fish from \u003Ca href=\"https://9dorf.com.au/\"\u003E9Dorf Farms\u003C/a\u003E in the Lockyer Valley, with delivery available to Brisbane, Ipswich, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast. While exploring the Lockyer Valley, be sure to check out \u003Ca href=\"https://thebarnandscottysgarage.com.au/\"\u003EThe Barn and Scotty’s Garage\u003C/a\u003E, revealing a spectacular display of retro automobile memorabilia, a real vintage diner and a rustic barn-style café on the banks of a beautiful brook.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThese resilient and proud tourism operators have once again defied challenging times and are ready to welcome visitors back, demonstrating that nothing beats Queensland. Start planning your next Queensland holiday by visiting \u003Ca href=\"http://www.queensland.com/\"\u003Equeensland.com\u003C/a\u003E. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003E/Ends\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEditor’s note:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor the latest information on travel advice in Queensland, \u003Ca href=\"https://teq.queensland.com/au/en/industry/crisis-management/advice-for-travellers?redirect=news-and-media/tourist-safety-information&utm_source=queensland.com&utm_medium=Popup_Banner&utm_campaign=COVID_19_Update\"\u003Eclick here.\u003C/a\u003E This Press Release is supplied courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland. 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