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Brunch in Sydney is typically a weekly ritual, and there are plenty of incredible places dedicated to the city’s favorite mid-morning meal. With gorgeous beaches and the Blue Mountains on the doorstep, there’s plenty to explore and discover. But by the 19th century, agriculture was booming and with the expansion of the railways came a wider distribution of homegrown produce.

But in a land so diverse where you can travel from the scorching heat of the outback to the cooler temps of the Blue Mountains and everywhere in between, it would be rather silly to reduce Australian cuisine to just barbie—although if you’re into meat, you can’t miss out on it either. If you head up to the Blue Mountains, you will learn to love the meat pie, an Australian culinary institution.

In addition to marriage, same-sex relationships may be recognized by states or territories in various ways, including through civil unions, domestic partnerships, registered relationships and or unregistered de facto relationships. 

Same-sex adoption is legal nationwide, and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity or expression is prohibited in every state and territory, with concurrent federal protections for sexual orientation, gender identity and intersex status.

Former leader Meg Lees had been attempting to oust her successor and, with the assistance of three other senators—deputy leader Aden Ridgeway (NSW), Andrew Murray (WA) and John Cherry (Qld)—forced the resignation of leader Natasha Stott Despoja. Named for the blue haze emanating from the eucalyptus trees, this park protects more than 664,000 acres of wilderness and encompasses dramatic gorges, waterfalls, aboriginal rock paintings, and 140 kilometers of hiking trails. 

BONDI BEACH

One of the world’s most famous beaches, Bondi Beach is home to one of the oldest surf lifesaving clubs in the world.

The area belongs to the Eastern Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people, and many of its natural features hold great spiritual significance. 

FRASER ISLAND

World Heritage-listed Fraser Island, between Bundaberg and Brisbane off Australia’s east coast, is the largest sand island in the world and one of the country’s top outdoor adventures.

In July 2012, Brian Greig was narrowly elected National President of the Australian Democrats, following a national ballot of the membership of the party. He led the party for six weeks until he was beaten in the resulting leadership election by Andrew Bartlett in October, 2002. He began to get involved in gay rights activism during the 1990s, and helped establish an Australian Council for Lesbian and Gay Rights, which is now defunct.

One of the seven wonders of the natural world, the park stretches for 2,300 kilometers along the state of Queensland. 

ULURU-KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK

Deep in the heart of Australias’s Red Centre, Uluru (formerly known as Ayers Rock), is one of the most photographed natural wonders in the country. Be sure to also make time for The Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre as well as Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to native species including koalas, kangaroos and crocodiles. 

BRISBANE

One of the oldest cities in Australia, home to indigenous people thousands of years ago, was built on the winding Brisbane River.

While in university, Greig campaigned on the issue of student fees and, in 1986, he helped re-establish the National Union of Students. The rock formations known as the Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch in Flinders Chase National Park are other distinctive features.

Australia Gastronomy

You might be quick to associate Australia with barbeque or “barbie” as they call it.

The Adelaide region is famous for wine so take some time to tour the vineyards. 

CAIRNS

On the coast of northern Queensland, Cairns is known as a base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef. On 13 June 2011, Greig was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for service to the community as a social justice advocate for the gay and lesbian community.

He went to primary school there, but received his secondary education as a boarder at Hale School, Perth. When the gold rush hit, local cuisine was given a boost with the addition of the fragrant aromas and flavors of Asian cuisine, as Chinese prospectors arrived to try their luck in the mines. Beyond the beach, Byron is also a great city for live music fans. 

HOBART

Tasmania’s capital, Hobart is a place of historic buildings, trendy galleries and modern restaurants, all centered around the waterfront.

It’s also home to otherworldly rock structures formed 25,000 years ago. Highlights not to miss in Melbourne include the National Gallery of Victoria, the country’s oldest art gallery; The Queen Victoria Market for the foodie inside of everyone; and of course the street art, for which the city is famous.

GOLD COAST

Fun seekers look no further as Gold Coast is famous for surfing, rollercoasters and nightclubs.

The red monolith forms the centerpiece of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, a World Heritage Area jointly managed by Parks Australia and the traditional landowners, the Anangu people.  

SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGET

Along with the opera house, the Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of Australia’s most famous tourist attractions.

The typical meat pie is roughly hand-sized and usually filled with mince or diced meat, sometimes with the addition of gravy and vegetables, and is eaten as a snack or light lunch.