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Brisbane
Duckpond at City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane
Located on the meandering Brisbane River, this city enjoys a sub-tropical climate.
Some of the many tourist attractions include:
Historic buildings: The Treasury Building and the Parliament House (the latter built in French Renaissance style) are worth a visit.
Queensland Museum: This institution contains sections on dinosaurs and whales, on photography, natural history, and on Melanesian artefacts.
South Bank Parklands: A magnificent redeveloped riverside area.
Mt Coot-tha Park: This park has views over Brisbane and its outlying islands and you should also visit the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens.
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary: Koalas, kangaroos and more -- up close and cuddly!