3 November 2026
Nordic Walking: Benefits, Technique and Where to Learn
Nordic walking uses poles to make walking a full-body workout. The research on its benefits, how to size poles, basic technique and where to learn in Australia.
Trail Guides
Practical walking guides to Queensland trails — distance, difficulty, trailheads and what to bring.
2 November 2026
Twin Falls Circuit, Springbrook: Walk Guide, Distance & Tips
Walk behind two waterfalls on the 4 km Twin Falls circuit in Springbrook National Park. Where to start, how long it takes, swimming rules, toilets and current park alerts.
30 October 2026
Japanese Walking: The 3-Minute Interval Method Explained
Japanese walking alternates 3 minutes of fast walking with 3 minutes of slow walking. What the Shinshu University studies found, how to start, and flat Brisbane walks to try it on.
29 October 2026
Kondalilla Falls Circuit: Distance, Stairs and Rock Pools
Plan the Kondalilla Falls circuit near Mapleton: 4.7 km, over 300 stairs, rock pools and the 90 m waterfall. Walk times, the easier Picnic Creek circuit, safety and nearby walks.
28 October 2026
Walking Groups Near Me: Find One in Brisbane, Gold Coast & Sunshine Coast
How to find a free walking group near you in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Northern NSW, plus bushwalking clubs and the health benefits of walking with others.
27 October 2026
Girraween National Park: Best Walks, The Pyramid & Camping
Girraween National Park guide: The Pyramid, Castle Rock, Granite Arch and Mount Norman walks, with distances, grades, camping and the best time to go.
26 October 2026
Benefits of Walking: 9 Evidence-Backed Reasons to Walk
The benefits of walking, backed by research: lower risk of early death, heart disease, depression and falls, plus how much to walk and how to keep at it.
26 October 2026
Border Ranges National Park: Best Walks & Pinnacle Lookout
Border Ranges National Park guide: Pinnacle lookout, Border Loop, Brindle Creek, Bar Mountain and Brushbox Falls walks, with grades, times and road tips.
26 October 2026
Byron Bay Lighthouse Walk: Cape Byron Track Guide
Byron Bay lighthouse walk guide: the 3.7 km Walgun Cape Byron walking track loop, where to start, parking fees, whale season and Palm Valley.
26 October 2026
Dog Friendly Hikes Brisbane: 6 Leashed-Dog Bush Walks
Dog friendly hikes Brisbane guide: bush walks where leashed dogs are welcome, from Mt Coot-tha to Toohey and Karawatha, plus national park dog rules.
26 October 2026
Dorrigo National Park: Best Walks, Skywalk & Waterfalls
Dorrigo National Park guide: Crystal Shower Falls, the Wonga walk, Skywalk lookout, Red Cedar Falls and the Rainforest Centre, with grades and times.
26 October 2026
Gold Coast Hikes: 12 Best Walks, Coast to Hinterland
The best Gold Coast hikes, from Burleigh Head and Coombabah to Springbrook, Tamborine and Lamington, with distances, grades and times from official pages.
26 October 2026
12 Best Hikes Near Brisbane, from Easy to Epic (2026)
The best hikes near Brisbane, from easy city summits to Glass House Mountains and Lamington day hikes, with distances, grades and times from park pages.
26 October 2026
Hiking Essentials: Day Hike Checklist for Australia
The hiking essentials to pack for an Australian day hike, from water and layers to first aid and an emergency app. Free day hike checklist, ranger-backed.
26 October 2026
Hiking for Beginners: A Practical Guide for South-East QLD
Hiking for beginners made simple: how track grades work, what to pack, safety basics from park rangers, and easy first hikes near Brisbane and the coast.
26 October 2026
How Many Steps a Day? Australia's New 7,000 Target
How many steps a day do you need? Australia's 2026 guidelines say aim for 7,000 or more. Here's the evidence, how 10,000 compares and how to build up.
26 October 2026
Lamington National Park Trails: 12 Best Walks by Section
The best Lamington National Park trails at Binna Burra and Green Mountains (O'Reilly), with QPWS distances, grades, times and current track alerts.
26 October 2026
Minyon Falls Walk: Track Guide, Lookout & Tips
Minyon Falls walk guide: the 13 km Grade 3 loop in Nightcap National Park, the lookout, Boggy Creek and Protestors Falls, plus parking and safety tips.
26 October 2026
parkrun Gold Coast: Every 5k Course Compared (2026)
parkrun Gold Coast guide: every free Saturday 5k compared, from beach and lake courses to Tamborine Mountain, with start times, locations and tips.
26 October 2026
Australian Physical Activity Guidelines 2026, Explained
The Australian physical activity guidelines in plain English: what adults, older adults and kids need, the new 7,000-step target, and how walking fits.
26 October 2026
Run Club Brisbane: Free Social Runs & parkruns (2026)
Run club Brisbane guide: free social runs by the river and Saturday parkruns, with days, times, meeting points and first-timer tips. Walkers welcome.
26 October 2026
Sunshine Coast Hikes: 12 Best Walks, Noosa to Glass House
The best Sunshine Coast hikes, from Noosa's Coastal Walk and Mt Coolum to Kondalilla and the Glass House Mountains, with grades and times from QPWS.
26 October 2026
Walking for Mental Health: What the Research Shows
Walking for mental health works: research links it to lower depression risk, less rumination and better wellbeing. How much helps, and how to start.
26 October 2026
Walking vs Running: Which Is Better for Your Health?
Walking vs running: research shows similar heart-health benefits when you burn the same energy. Compare time, injury risk and goals to pick yours.
26 October 2026
Waterfalls Brisbane: 7 Falls Walks Near the City
Waterfalls Brisbane guide: JC Slaughter Falls, Simpsons and Greenes Falls, plus day trips to Kondalilla and Queen Mary Falls, with grades and flow tips.
26 October 2026
Waterfalls Sunshine Coast: Kondalilla, Mapleton & More
Waterfalls Sunshine Coast guide: Kondalilla Falls, Mapleton Falls, Buderim's Serenity Falls and Booloumba Falls, with walk grades, times and safety tips.
25 October 2026
Gold Coast Waterfall Walks: 10 Hinterland Falls with Distances & Grades
Natural Bridge, Purling Brook, Twin Falls, Curtis Falls and more: official QPWS distances, grades and times for 10 waterfall walks in Springbrook, Tamborine and Lamington.
7 September 2026
Mount Coot-tha Summit Track: Distance & Difficulty Guide
A practical Brisbane walking guide: distance, difficulty, the JC Slaughter Falls trailhead, stairs, heat prep and safety on the climb to Mt Coot-tha Lookout.