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By Jamie Harbord
23 - Posted: 25 Oct 2010
Yeh Gidday, Im Terry Tarantula. Me and all my family, were what you humans call the Barking, Whistling, or Bird eating spiders. Actually that's all a bit of a hype, 'cos I only know of a couple of Tarantulas who where ever lucky enough to find a ground nesting birds hatchlings. And as for the whistling, More...
By LTN Team
27 - Posted: 19 Oct 2009
The Atherton Tablelands is a quality bird watching destination with almost 500 bird species recorded within this small area including 13 Wet Tropics endemics.  This region is a must see for bird watching enthusiasts world wide.  With approximately 9,500 bird species on the planet and 726 bird More...
By LTN Staff
18 - Posted: 19 Oct 2009
If you love visiting markets and meeting the locals we suggest you plan to explore the Atherton Tablelands on the weekend.  As you are driving around you are sure to see street side stalls selling fruit and vegies. And, you could check the below calender and try to work a market visit into your More...
By Kim
16 - Posted: 12 May 2009
Granite Gorge is located Just a little outside Mareeba is this must see destination especially if you are travelling with children, love wildlife or appreciate spectacular scenery photograph opportunities Granite Gorge. A delightful spot, rock wallabies can be seen all day, but Granite Gorge is best More...
By LTN Team
27 - Posted: 12 May 2009
Atherton Tablelands birding is world famous, with many sites ranging across a wide diversity of habitat. From upland rainforests, wet sclerophyll forest and eucalypt woodlands, to wetlands and farmlands. Of the 760 or so bird species in Australia, more than 300 can be found on the relatively small area More...
By LTN Team
28 - Posted: 11 May 2009
The Atherton Tablelands is renowned for its country markets. Every weekend you can find a congregation of craft stalls selling homemade products that are very difficult to find in cities such as Cairns. Spending a few hours at a market with your family can be a fascinating and rewarding experience - you could More...
By Market Man
22 - Posted: 11 May 2009
Atherton Tablelands - Markets The Atherton Tablelands is renowned for its country markets. Every weekend you can find a congregation of craft stalls selling homemade products that are very difficult to find in cities such as Cairns. Spending a few hours at a market with your family can be a fascinating More...
By LTN Team
24 - Posted: 11 May 2009
Hop aboard and enjoy the calm water, the chirping birds, and the wonderful views you can't get by standing on the bank. Boat cruises at the Atherton Tablelands may not be a widespread phenomenon, but those that do exist provide visitors with a relaxing and pleasurable experience. And that's what the Atherton More...
By LTN Staff
26 - Posted: 20 Mar 2009
Ballooning over the Atherton Tablelands
By LTN Team
53 - Posted: 20 Mar 2009
All roads in and around the Atherton Tableland are suitable for conventional 2WD vehicles. Although some roads are dirt, these are graded and cause minimal discomfort for passengers. While driving, keep a keen lookout for the abundant wildlife that inhabits the region, scrub turkeys, large lizards, More...
By LTN Staff
36 - Posted: 27 Sep 2008
Tips for Caravaning and Camping in Tropical North Queensland DRIVE CAREFULLY Many of the roads going into a National Park are dirt and sometimes sand. You will need to drive with caution and if you are driving a motorhome or campervan you will need to make sure you are legally allowed to drive More...
By LTN Team
48 - Posted: 15 Sep 2008
Boat Hire is available at Lake Tinaroo.   Set a record at Lake Tinaroo with the world record barra and the world record sooty grunter caught in this lake.  Barramundi can be caught year round on Lake Tinaroo as this is a stocked impoundment that is not subject to seasonal clusures More...
By LTN Team
139 - Posted: 15 Sep 2008
Thanks to the rich volcanic soils and rainfall North Queensland is the perfect place for producers of gourmet produce.  We have award winning chefs, wine makers, organic farmers, coffee and tea plantations, organic dairies and distilleries all over North Queensland from Cooktown to Mission Beach.  More...
By LTN Team
30 - Posted: 19 Aug 2008
The Tablelands is a popular destination for weekend escapes with many properties offering just a handful of cottages or tree house cabins as an ideal couple’s getaway. Luxury treats include a potbelly wood-burner stove, thick merino wool blankets, fluffy bath robes, bathroom with spa bath and a homemade More...