AustraliaA MusliM TrAveller’s G u i d e

Food + Hotels + Activities + sHopping + Mosques

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CONTENTSIntroduction 04Australian Capital Territory 06New South Wales 11Northern Territory 19Queensland 25Tasmania 33Victoria 40Western Australia 48South Australia 55

This guide classi� es food outlets into threecategories – outlets halal certi� ed by a certi� cationauthority, outlets with at least one Muslimowner, or outlet which purchases meat from aMuslim butcher. Alcohol may be served at theseoutlets. It is neither KasehDia’s intention nor roleto act as an authority on the concept of halal. SymbolsA Outlets halal certi� ed by a certi� cation authority.M Outlets with at least one Muslim owner.B Outlets which purchase meat

from Muslim butchers.

A Muslim Traveller’s Guide: AustraliaFirst published – March 2010Specially produced by KasehDia Halal Guides for Tourism Australia

Publisher: KasehDia Sdn Bhd 31-2, Jln 22A/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia www.kasehdia.com www.halalguides.com

Editor: Jumaatun Azmi

Project Director: Sunita RiarProject Manager: Amri So� Writers/Researchers: Izrin Kamil, Zaahira Muhammad, Ruzanna Muhammad

Design: Majnun Nur

Acknowledgement: Francisca Shaik, Abdul Jami Shaik, Radha Vengadasalam, Daarshinie Nadarajan, Wan Nor Idawati, Darhim Hashim, Andora Fredericks, Dayana Nordin, Huzaimah Hashim, Haliza Ishak, Mariana Omar

Text © KasehDia Sdn BhdPhotographs © Tourism Australia, Australian Capital Tourism, South Australian Tourism Commission, Tourism New South Wales, Tourism Northern Territory, Tourism Queensland, Tourism Tasmania, Tourism Victoria, Tourism Western Australia

Auburn Gallipoli Mosque, New South Wales, page 12. The photograph is released under CC-BY-SA, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

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The authors, KasehDia and Tourism Australia, have taken all reasonable care in preparing this guide but make no warranty about the accuracy or completeness of its content and, to the maximum extent permitted, disclaim all liability arising from its use.

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I N T R O D U C T I O N

Australia is home to some of nature’s and man’s greatest achievements, diverse geographical landscape, amazing natural resources, striking scenery, and exotic plant and animal life. It is no wonder Australia attracts about fi ve million visitors every year, with its off ering of unique, exhilarating and fascinating holiday experiences.

Australia’s 21 million people come from a wide variety of backgrounds, speaking more than 300 languages, and identifying with more than 200 ancestries, observing a wide variety of cultural and religious traditions. As a truly welcoming and culturally diverse country, this land down under is well-equipped to meet the special needs of Muslim travellers.

Muslims in Australia are thought to pre-date European settlement, as early as the 16th and 17th centuries, and have grown tremendously to a population of more than 300,000 people in recent years. The biggest Muslim communities are mostly concentrated in New South Wales and Victoria, making up respectively about 50 per cent and 32 per cent of Australia’s Muslim population, adding to the multicultural society that is Australia.

Interestingly, the fi rst mosque in Australia was built in 1861 in northern South Australia, and today, there are over 290 mosques and musallas throughout this island continent. In fact, Muslim visitors to Australia will fi nd easy access to mosques and prayer rooms not only within the cities, but even at key tourist attractions. Several hotels also provide the Quran, prayer mats, and directional guide to Ka’bah (Qiblat). Home to some of the biggest halal beef and lamb producers in the world, Australia also off ers an array of halal eateries for Muslim travellers.

From natural wonders to urban and countryside adventures, coastal lifestyle to halal food and cultural experiences, this guide shows you (with tips and recommendations) how Muslim travellers can get the most out of their adventure down under.

Sources:Muslims in Australia: www.dfat.gov.au/facts/muslims_in_Australia.htmlAustralian Bureau of Statistics 1981–2006 Census of Population and Housing

culturally diverse country, this land down under is well-equipped to meet the special needs of Muslim travellers.

Muslims in Australia are thought to pre-date European settlement, as early as the 16th and 17th centuries, and have grown tremendously to a population of more than

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

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Cruise by Sydney Harbour

Australia Day celebrations, Canberra ACT

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The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) is home to the nation’s capital Canberra. By Australian standards, ACT is a small territory, covering an area of only 2,400 square kilometres with a population of approximately 350,000 people. Of this, over 4,300 are Muslims, contributing nearly 1.5 per cent of Australia’s total Muslim population. Canberra is the largest inland city in the country and is located in the south-eastern part, lying 650 kilometres northeast of Melbourne and 300 kilometres southwest of Sydney. Designed by Walter Burley Gri� n, Canberra is one of the few planned cities of the world. Be amazed by the many city attractions – shopping destinations, historic landmarks, chic restaurants, trendy cafes, museums and galleries.

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Canberra MosqueOpened in 1960, the Canberra Mosque is a simple structure made of grey cement blocks with a green dome at the top of its exterior and scriptures from the Quran decorating the inside walls of the mosque. Apart from being a place of worship, Canberra Mosque provides Islamic education to young Muslim children through the Canberra Islamic School, which operates on Sundays from 10.00am to 1.00pm. Visitors are welcome to visit the mosque except during prayer times. • 130 Empire Circuit, Yarralumla,

Canberra, ACT 2600

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OTHER MOSQUES/ MUSALLAS/ ISLAMIC CENTRES IN CANBERRA CITY:

Musalla in Theo Notaras Multicultural Centre• Level 2, Theo Notaras Multicultural

Centre, 2/180 London Circuit, Canberra City, ACT 2601

Musalla in the Australian National University• 3H Block, Muslim Student’s Centre,

Australian National University, Canberra City, ACT 2601

For more mosque listings, visit www.a� c.com.au

Did You Know?After a lengthy debate over whether Sydney or Melbourne should be Australia’s national capital, the � nal decision made was to build a new capital between the two cities. Canberra replaced Melbourne as the capital of Australia in 1908.

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Parliament House, Canberra

Floriade - Australia’s celebration of spring, Canberra

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Turkish Pide House [A]• 16 Moore Street, Canberra, ACT 2601• www.turkishpidehouse.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6247 8800

Flavours of India [A]• 70 Bunda Street, Canberra, ACT 2601• www.fl avoursofi ndia.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6257 3690

Turk’Oz Pide Restaurant [A]• Unit 6, 26 Challis Street, Dickson,

ACT 2602 (approximately 8 minutes by car from Canberra city)

• www.turkoz.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6262 8722

Ottoman Cuisine (Turkish) [A]• Corner Blackall Street and Broughton

Street, Barton, ACT 2600 (approximately 9 minutes by car from Canberra city)

• www.ottomancuisine.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6273 6111

Turkish Halal Pride House [A]• Shop 1, 47 Novar Street, Yarralumla,

ACT 2600 (approximately 9 minutes by car from Canberra city)

• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6281 1991

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Check out the 81-metre high � agmast at the Parliament HouseOpened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 9th May 1988, Parliament House is located on a 32-hectare site on Capital Hill and is the focus of Canberra City. The building was constructed almost entirely of Australian materials, and the combination of remarkable architecture, spectacular art collections and gorgeous landscape make Parliament House one of Australia’s most popular cultural attractions. • www.aph.gov.au• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6277 7111 • Approximate cost: Free entry

and free guided tour• Recommended for: All ages• Best time/season to visit: All year

round (except Christmas Day), 9.00am to 5.00pm daily

Learn all about Australia at the National Museum of AustraliaThe National Museum of Australia (NMA) brings rich diverse stories of Australia’s land, nation and people together. The highlight of the Museum is the rotating theatre called Circa, which takes visitors on a journey through the

history of Australia from the continent’s deep time to contemporary Australia. The Museum’s architecture, with its colourful, jigsaw-like building, makes it an architectural attraction on its own. • www.nma.gov.au• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6208 5000• Approximate cost: Free entry• Recommended for: All ages• Best time/season to visit: All year

round (except Christmas Day), 9.00am to 5.00pm daily

Go hot-air ballooning over the nation’s capitalHow often do you get to go on a hot-air balloon, particularly in a capital city? You certainly have to do so when visiting Canberra for a spectacular birds’ eye view of the city at dawn. Visitors can participate in the infl ation and defl ation of the balloon; casual wear recommended. • www.canberraballoons.com.au • Phone: +61 (0) 2 6285 1540• Approximate cost: From

AUD270 per person• Recommended for: All ages above 7• Best time/season to visit: All year

round (weather permitting)

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Canberra CentreFind the most contemporary and innovative retail and leisure experiences at the Canberra Centre, located in the central business district. The centre o� ers the city’s best collection of food, fashion and lifestyle retailers.• 148 Bunda Street, Canberra, ACT 2601• www.canberracentre.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6247 5611• Business hours: Mondays to Thursdays

9.00am to 5.30pm, Fridays 9.00am to 9.00pm, Saturdays 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sundays and public holidays 10.00am to 4.00pm

OUTLET SHOPPINGDiscover big brands and bargains at Canberra’s two outlet shopping malls - Direct Factory Outlet (DFO) and Brand Depot. Both o� er a vast range of homewares, sporting goods and fashion.

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DFO• 337 Canberra Avenue, Fyshwick, ACT 2609• www.dfo.com.au/canberra• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6112 6222 Brand Depot• Majura Road, Canberra International

Airport, ACT 2609• www.branddepot.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6214 6000

Mantra on Northbourne, Canberra• 84 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT 2612• www.mantra.com.au • Phone: +61 (0) 2 6243 2500• Rate per room per night: From AUD130

Novotel Canberra• 65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT 2600• www.novotelcanberra.com.au • Phone: +61 (0) 2 6245 5000• Rate per room per night: From AUD150

Rydges Lakeside Hotel• London Circuit, Canberra, ACT 2601• www.rydges.com• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6247 6244 • Rate per room per night: From AUD130

Crowne Plaza Canberra• 1 Binara Street, Canberra, ACT 2601• www.crowneplaza.com• Phone: +61 (0) 2 6247 8999• Rate per room per night: From AUD250

HOT AIR BALLOONING IN CANBERRA IS SIMPLY AN EXCITING EXPERIENCE THAT I WON’T FORGET! WITH MY CAMERA, I’VE MANAGED TO CAPTURE CANBERRA’S BEAUTY AND TRANQUILLITY FROM A BIRD’S EYE VIEW.”Nurul Ain, Singapore

Canberra Centre shopping

For more information on Australian Capital Territory, visit www.visitcanberra.com.au

NEW SOUTH WALES

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Wollongong

Port StephensSydney

Hunter Valley

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New South Wales (NSW), Australia’s most populated state, is home to Sydney - its capital city, most famous for its beautiful harbour, World Heritage-listed Sydney Opera House, and the multicultural, cosmopolitan population. There are close to 6.4 million people residing in NSW, with nearly 169,000 Muslims, contributing almost 50 per cent of Australia’s total Muslim population. NSW’s multicultural make-up is refl ected in its wide variety of cuisines, ranging from Thai, Vietnamese and Japanese to Greek, Italian, African and Indian, just to name a few. Halal food is also easy to fi nd, with many restaurants and fast food outlets being halal certifi ed. Year-round sunshine, coupled with a climate that ranges from snow-capped mountains in the south to the subtropical north, adds fl avour to the NSW experience. Besides visiting Sydney to experience its unique blend of vibrant city life and

laid-back outdoor lifestyle, be sure to visit surrounding regions like the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains and port Stephens, to experience fully what NSW has to off er.

Did You Know? Approximately 7.4 million people visit the Sydney Opera House each year. This is about a quarter of Australia’s total population and more than twice the number of yearly visitors to America’s White House.

Bondi Beach, Sydney

Sydney seaplane fl ying over Sydney harbour

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Auburn Gallipoli MosqueThe name, Auburn Gallipoli Mosque, refl ects the shared legacy of the Australian society with the main community behind the construction of the mosque - the Australian Turkish Muslim Community. With a total area of 4,000 square metres, Auburn GallipoliMosque is worth visiting for its beautiful architecture, if you are in the area. Omer kirazoglu is the architect of the mosque, which is designed in the Classical Ottoman Style of Architecture characterised by a central dome and minarets. The courtyard marble called Selanik Marble is from Tokat (Turkey) and travertine on the external walls of the mosque is from Denizli (Turkey). The iron frames are also classical in design and was crafted by the people from the congregation on a voluntary basis. •15-19GelilouParade(previously

known as North parade), Auburn, Sydney Suburbs, NSW 2144

•www.gallipolimosque.org.au

OTHeR MOSQUeS/ MUSALLAS/ ISLAMIC CeNTReS IN NeW SOUTH WALeS:

Sydney Musalla•Level2,19-21HunterStreet,

Sydney city, NSW 2000

Sydney City Musalla•32YorkStreet,Sydneycity, NSW 2000

Surry Hills Mosque•175-177CommonwealthStreet,SurryHills,NSW2010(approximately7minutes by car from Sydney city)

University of Technology, Sydney Musalla•Broadway,Ultimo,NSW2010

(approximately 8 minutes by car from Sydney city)

•www.utsms.org.au•Allprayers,withKhutbah in english

Redfern Mosque•328ClevelandStreet,SurryHills,

NSW 2016 (approximately 9 minutes by car from Sydney city)

•Allprayers,withKhutbah in english and Arabic

For more mosque listings, visit www.afi c.com.au

Neptune Palace (Malaysian) [A]•GatewayBuilding,Level1,Corners

pitt & Alfred Street, Circular Quay, Sydney, NSW 2000•www.neptunepalace.com.au•Phone:+61(0)292413338

Ali Baba K’Babs (Lebanese) [M]•815GeorgeStreet,Sydney,NSW2000•www.abrestaurant.com.au•Phone:+61(0)292111969 Jaipur Bikaner (Indian) [A]•188ElizabethStreet,Sydney,NSW2000•Phone:+61(0)292801111

Café Kasturi (Malaysian, Singaporean, Thai) [A]•767-769GeorgeStreet,Haymarket,

Sydney, NSW 2000•www.valentineongeorge.com/cafekasturi•Phone:+61(0)292889818

Indigo On Capitol (Asian) [A]•MetroHotelSydneyCentral, 431-439PittStreet,Sydney,NSW2000•Phone:+61(0)292816999

Zaaff ran Indian Restaurant [M]•Level2,HarboursideCentre,Darling

Harbour, Sydney, NSW 2000•www.zaaffran.com.au•Phone:+61(0)292118900

India Quay (Indian) [B]•2PhillipStreet,Sydney,NSW2000•www.indiaquay.com.au•Phone:+61(0)292517722

Copper Tiffi n (Indian) [B]•427ClevelandStreet,SurryHills,

NSW 2016 (approximately 8 minutes by car from Sydney city)

•www.coppertiffin.com.au•Phone:+61(0)296999999

Almustafa Lebanese Restaurant [M]•23GlebePointRoad,Glebe,NSW2037 (approximately 8 minutes by

car from Sydney city)•www.almustafa.com.au•Phone:+61(0)296609006

Viva Goa (Indian) [B]•2ScottStreet,Pyrmont,NSW

2009 (approximately 8 minutes by car from Sydney city)

•www.vivagoa.com.au•Phone:+61(0)295661311

Fatima’s Lebanese Restaurant [M]•294-296ClevelandStreet,Surry

Hills, NSW 2010 (approximately 10 minutes by car from Sydney city)

•Phone:+61(0)296984895

African Feeling [A]•501KingStreet,Newton,NSW2042 (approximately 12 minutes

by car from Sydney city)•www.africanfeeling.com.au•Phone:+61(0)295163130

Sahra Restaurant (Middle Eastern) [M]•Level1,ShopA,88aTheGrandParade,

Brighton-Le-Sands, Sydney, NSW 2216 (approximately 11 minutes by

car from Sydney airport)•www.sahrarestaurant.com.au•Phone:+61(0)295672344

Did You Know? Mount Kosciuszko is the highest mountain on mainland Australia, and one of the oldest mountains in the world today. Approximately 5 hours from Sydney, the mountain has both winter and summer activities, making it perfect to visit for any occasion

Auburn Gallipoli Mosque

Zaaff ran Indian Restaurant

Breakfast on Sydney Harbour Bridge

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Climb the Sydney Harbour BridgeCapture the stunning views of Sydney and its sparkling harbour from the peak of an Australian icon, the world’s highest steel arch bridge. There are diff erent guided climbs that take you to the summit of thisworldfamousBridge,at134metresabove Sydney Harbour. The express Climb is the fastest way to the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge allowing you to see the beautiful bridge and wonderful views in just 2 hours and 15 minutes; the Discovery Climb takes you right into the heart of the bridge – a three-and-a-half-hour climb to the top along the inner arch of the bridge. At the end of each climb, you will receive a Climber Certifi cate and a complimentary group photograph.•www.bridgeclimb.com•Phone:+61(0)282747777•Approximatecost:FromAUD188

(adult); AUD118 (child)•Recommendedfor:Allagesabove

10 (climbers aged 10 to 15 must be accompanied by an adult)

•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround (except Christmas Day and GoodFriday);climbsareavailableearly mornings and evenings.

Visit the world’s busiest performing arts complexDesigned by young Danish architect Jørn Utzon, the gleaming white sails of the Sydney Opera House (SOH) became one of Australia’s best known icon and one of the most recognisable buildings in the world. Inside the building is the world’s busiest performing art centres. A behind-the-scenes tour provides an intimate insight into this extraordinary building. Don’t miss Luminous - the SOH’s annual festival of music, debate, light and performance, which is part of Vivid Sydney - the biggest international music and light festival in the Southern Hemisphere. A visit to SOH, one of the greatest iconic buildings of the 20th century, is a must when visiting NSW.•www.sydneyoperahouse.com,

www.vividsydney.com•Phone:+61(0)292507250•Approximatecost:ToursAUD35(adult);

AUD24.50 (child); AUD90 (family)•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyear

round (except Christmas Day and GoodFriday),from9.00amto5.00pm.There are nightly performances, but advance bookings are essential. The Vivid Sydney festival is in May/June.

Ride the steepest inclined railway in the worldBuiltin1878,theKatoombaRailway(alsoknown as Scenic Railway) was initially built to service a coal mine in Jamison Valley. It is the world’s steepest inclined railway, which conveys more than 850,000 passengers a year. The ride takes you through a tunnel by the mountains that passes through an ancient rainforest before fi nally stopping at Jamison Valley where you can enjoy scenic walks through a calm rainforest area.•www.scenicworld.com.au•Phone:+61(0)247800200•Approximatecost:Singlereturntrip

is AUD19 (adult); AUD10 (child)•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyear

round, from 9.00am to 5.00pm

Ride the wave with over 100 bottlenose dolphins port Stephens lays claim to the title ‘Dolphin Capital of Australia’ and ‘Australia’s

blue water paradise’. The bay is home to around 150 bottlenose dolphins. It is larger than Sydney Harbour and is located about 90 minutes north-east of Sydney. There are several tour operators in Nelson Bay which off er dolphin-watching trips. These playful aquatic mammals often ride the bow wave just a couple of metres from the vessel. The dunes behind Birubi Beach at Anna Bay constitute the largest coastal sand mass in NSW and are a popular spot for activities such as quad-biking, sand-boarding, 4WD touring and camel rides. •www.moonshadow.com.au•Phone:+61(0)249849388•Approximatecost:DolphinWatch-AUD26(adult);AUD13.50(child);AUD65.50 (family). 4WD Tours – AUD48 (adult); AUD28 (child); AUD126 (family)

•RecommendedFor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyear

round (except during winter) from 10.30amto1.30pmandtill3.30pmfrom Boxing Day to easter, other weekends and public holidays

“WE FELL IN LOVE WITH SYDNEY STRAIGHT AWAY. WE WERE CAPTIVATED BY THE PLEASANT BUZZ OF AUSTRALIA’S BUSIEST CITY” Maria Rono, Bali

Harbour Bridge Aerial view of the Sydney Opera House Blue Mountains, katoomba Scenic Railway

Cockle Bay, Sydney

Dolphin watch cruise, port Stephens

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The Queen Victoria Building (QVB)The Queen Victoria Building, commonly known as the QVB, was designed by George McRae and was completed in 1898 to replace the original Sydney markets on the site. The main feature is the grand centre dome consisting of an inner glass dome and an exterior copper-sheathed dome.•455GeorgeStreet,Sydney,NSW2000•www.qvb.com.au•Phone:+61(0)292656869•Businesshours:MondaystoWednesdays,FridaysandSaturdays9:00amto6:00pm,Thursdays 9:00am to 9:00pm, Sundays and public holidays 11:00am to 5:00pm

The Strand ArcadeNamed after the famous London Street, the Strand Arcade is a Victorian shopping arcade located in the heart of Sydney Central Business District (CBD). It is a fashion landmark of Sydney which houses designer labels such as Alannah Hill, The Corner Shop, Wayne Cooper and other prominent designer labels. •GeorgeStreet,Sydney,NSW2000•www.strandarcade.com.au•Phone:+61(0)292324199

•Businesshours:MondaystoWednesdays,FridaysandSaturdays9:00amto6:00pm,Thursdays 9:00am to 9:00pm, Sundays and public holidays 11:00am to 5:00pm

OTHeR SHOppING MALLS AND MARkeTS:

The MLC Centre •CornerofKingandCastlereaghStreets,

Martin place, Sydney, NSW 2000•www.mlccentre.com.au•Phone:+61(0)292248333

Paddy’s Markets•Paddy’sMarketsarelocatedinHaymarketandFlemington,Sydney,NSW

•www.paddysmarkets.com.au

Paddington Markets•395OxfordStreet,Paddington,NSW2021•www.paddingtonmarkets.com.au•Phone:+61(0)293312923

The Rocks Markets•NorthernendofGeorgeStreet,

The Rocks, Sydney, NSW 2000•www.therocks.com•Phone:+61(0)292408500 For more information on New South Wales, visit www.sydney.com

Queen Victoria Building, Sydney The Strand Arcade, Sydney

The Rocks, Sydney

Oaks Goldsbrough Apartments Darling Harbour •243PyrmontStreet,Pyrmont,NSW2009•www.theoaksgroup.com.au•Phone:+61(0)295185166•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD134

Oaks Maestri Towers •298-308SussexStreet,Sydney,NSW2000•www.theoaksgroup.com.au•Phone:+61(0)292679977•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD168

Oaks Harmony•107-121QuayStreet,Haymarket, NSW 2000•www.theoaksgroup.com.au•Phone:+61(0)292119303•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD119

Medina Executive Sydney Central•2LeeStreet,Sydney,NSW2000•www.medina.com.au•Phone:+61(0)283969800•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD220

Medina Grand Harbourside•55ShelleyStreet,KingStreet

Wharf, Sydney, NSW 2000•www.medina.com.au•Phone:+61(0)292497000•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD170

Valentine on George, Boutique Hotel•767-769GeorgeStreet,Sydney,NSW2000•www.valentineongeorge.com•Phone:+61(0)292889888/9898•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD160

Meriton Serviced Apartments - Pitt Street•329PittStreet,Sydney,NSW2000•www.meritonapartments.com.au•Phone:+61(0)282637400•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD180 Quest Rosehill - Parramatta Hotel Apartments•8HopeStreet,Rosehill,Sydney,NSW2142•www.questrosehill.com.au•Phone:+61(0)296877711•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD125

NORTHERN TERRITORY

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Five times the size of Malaysia, Australia’s Northern Territory has a population of over 200,000 people including a small community of over 1,000 Muslims. The Territory is best known for its range of natural treasures and an ancient Aboriginal culture. Its story unfolds through six main destinations, from the tropics of Darwin, its capital, World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park and Katherine, through to the red desert landscapes of Tennant Creek, Alice Springs and world-renowned Uluru/Ayers Rock. After a colourful list of historical events, the Northern Territory now prides itself on diverse cultures, ethnicities and languages from over 100 nationalities that make up its population. This diversity also means that the Northern Territory’s melting pot of cuisines is rich with variety. Visit the Northern Territory to experience nature-based adventures, Australian Aboriginal culture, and Territory-unique attractions, many of which can be found close to Darwin.

Uluru/Ayers Rock

Darwin

Katherine

Jabiru

Mataranka

Tennant Creek

Alice Springs

Uluru/Ayers Rock

Did You Know? Arnhem Land is home to the Yolngu Aboriginal people, the oldest living culture in the world.

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Darwin MosqueOpened in 1985, Darwin Mosque is a symbol of cooperation between the many disparate communities of Darwin. The mosque was built in Indonesian style but its interior pays tribute to Aboriginal culture. It is not surprising to find yourself amongst a very diverse racial, cultural and linguistic group at Darwin Mosque.This diversity exists because Muslims in Darwin originate from at least 24 different countries, from all walks of life, and are all united by one common similarity – Islam.•53-59VanderlinDrive,Casuarina,NT0810

Mindil Beach Sunset MarketsLocated near Darwin’s central business district, Mindil Beach Sunset Markets offer food stalls serving cuisines from Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, India, Vietnam, Cambodia, and the Philippines.•www.mindil.com.au•Phone:+61(0)889813454•Businesshours:MaytoOctober,

Thursdays 5.00pm to 10.00pm, Sundays 4.00pm to 9.00pm

Alice Springs MosqueThe first mosque built in Alice Springs datesbackmorethan135years,whenit was built by the Afghan camel drivers. It was later converted into a museum. A new mosque was subsequently built in Alice Springs, eight years ago due to the increase in Muslim population in the region. It is opened daily and offers Islamic classes on weekends and occasional classes on weekdays. A truly multi-ethnic group of Muslims visit the mosque on a daily basis with locals originating from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Middle East amongst others. •101LyndavaleDrive,Larapinta,NT0870

Sari Rasa [M]•24,CavenaghStreet,Darwin,NT0800•Phone:+61(0)889419980

Nando’s [A]•ShopT5&T7,DarwinCentralComplex,

21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, NT 0800•Phone:+61(0)889419388

Turkish Kebab Store [M]•CasuarinaShoppingCentre,

Darwin, NT 0810

Join a dry river regattaThe Henley-on-Todd Regatta is a unique festival held in August every year in Alice Springs. Run in the normally dry river bed of the Todd River, there are bottomless “boat” races and “bathtub” races, and the festival ends with battles between truck-converted “battleships” armed with water cannons. The celebration is a full-day event, filled with fun and humour. •www.henleyontodd.com.au•Phone:+61(0)889526796•Approximatecost:Freeentry•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:

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See the world’s biggest rock Travellers and Aboriginal locals alike agree that World Heritage listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is the spiritual heart of Australia. Rising from the broad desert plain in the centre of Australia, Uluru(AyersRock)isAustralia’smostrecognisablenaturalicon,standing348metres high with most of its bulk below the surface. Strong spiritual connections are often felt with Uluru, and the feeling will still linger long after you have left it.•www.environment.gov.au/parks/uluru•Phone:+61(0)889561128•Approximatecost:Guidedwalks

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round, the cultural centre is open from7.00amto6.00pmdaily

See the oldest living culture and artworks on the planetKakadu National Park is Australia’s largest national park and one of the largest in the world, covering an area of over 19,000 square kilometres. It is located approximately170kilometressoutheastofDarwin. The park’s natural assets, coupled with its Aboriginal culture, gives Kakadu a rare dual World Heritage listing. It is home to one of the world’s oldest and largest collections of Aboriginal rock art.•www.kakadunationalpark.com•Phone:+61(0)889381100•Approximatecost:AUD25;freeentry tochildrenunder16•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Thepark

is open all year round. The Bowali Visitor Centre is open from 8.00am to 5.00pm daily with friendly staff offering advice on current conditions.

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Henley-on-Todd RegattaRock Art, Mount Borradaile, Arnhemland, Kakadu National Park

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9.00am to 5.00pm, Saturdays 9.00am to 12.00pm, Sundays opening hours vary depending on outlet

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Parap Village Apartments•39-45ParapRoad,Parap,NT0820•www.parapvillageapartments.com.au•Phone:+61(0)889430500•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD185

Darwin Central Hotel•21KnuckeyStreet,Darwin,NT0800•www.darwincentral.com.au•Phone:+61(0)889449000•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD85

Mantra Esplanade•88TheEsplanade,Darwin,NT0800•www.mantra.com.au•Phone:+61(0)889434333•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD135

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs•82BarrettDrive,AliceSprings,NT0870•www.crowneplaza.com•Phone:+61(0)889508000•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD140

Parap MarketsEvery Saturday morning, Parap Markets comes alive with many Asian-style markets selling local produce, arts and crafts, and most importantly, mouth-watering delicacies from all over the world. •1/1ParapPlace,DarwinNT0820•Businesshours:Saturdays

8.00am to 2.00pm

Todd Street MallTodd Street Mall is located in the heart of Alice Springs offering an eclectic range of craft stalls, Aboriginal arts, jewellery, clothing and different knick-knacks.•www.toddmallmarkets.com.au

For more information on Northern Territory, visit www.australiasoutback.com

Alice Springs Mall Gemtreecuttingroom,AliceSprings

Didgeridoos, Aboriginal wind instrument

once known as Cooksland after Captain James Cook founded it in 1770, this north-eastern region of Australia was renamed Queensland in 1859 in honour of Queen Victoria. Muslims arrived in Queensland early - as fi shermen and explorers, including the Chinese Muslim Admiral Cheng Ho, who in 1405 came with his fl eet of 400 long ships. Later, Malay Muslims also arrived, working for the Europeans in various industries. Presently, over 20,300 Muslims reside in Queensland, contributing 6 per cent of Australia’s total Muslim population. Widely known as the Sunshine State due to its sunny tropical weather almost 365 days a year, Queensland is Australia’s second largest state. Besides world-class theme parks and the world-famous Great Barrier reef, Queensland boasts lush ancient rain forests and mountain ranges, a rugged outback, quaint towns between rolling hills in the Sunshine Coast, golden beaches along its coastline of over 7,400 kilometres, and beautiful cities like its capital, Brisbane. Make a visit and you’ll understand why the people of Queensland are always full of sunshine!

Story Bridge, Brisbane

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Holland Park MosqueAugust 2008 saw Holland Park Mosque celebrating its 100th anniversary. Built in 1908, this mosque is the oldest in Queensland. It was initially constructed out of wood, but in the span of a hundred years the mosque has been made tougher with bricks. Visitors of the mosque are multicultural, but English is the language of Friday Khutbah. •309NurseryRoad,HollandPark, QLD 4121•www.hpmosque.org.au

Gold Coast MosqueIn the early 1930s the first Muslim family settled in Gold Coast. Many years later as the number of Muslims grew, the Islamic Society of the Gold Coast was formed in 1983 which led to a need for a centre of operations. For this, the foundation of the Gold Coast Mosque was laid on 15 December 1992 and construction was completed in June 1996.•2AlliedDrive,Arundel,QLD4214•www.goldcoastislam.com.au

otHEr MoSQuES/ MuSALLAS/ IsLAmIcceNtResINQueeNsLAND:

soutHeRNQueeNsLANDPrayer facilities are available at the followingattractions:currumbinWildlifeSanctuary, Warner Bros Movie World,

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Dreamworld, Sea World, Paradise Country and Harbour town outlet Shopping Centre

BRIsBANeWest End Mosque•2-14Princhesterstreet,Westend, QLD 4101 (approximately 11 minutes

by car from Brisbane city)

Darul Uloom Islamic Academy•6Agnesstreet,Woolloongabba(near

Buranda), QLD 4102 (approximately 11 minutes by car from Brisbane city)

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mAckAyRegIoNMackay Mosque •5tomthumbcourt,Dundula,

Bakers Creek, QLD 4740

cAIRNsRegIoNCairns Mosque•31Dunnstreet(nearParramattaPark),cairnsNorth,QLD4870

Mareeba Mosque•cornerWalsh&Lloydstreets,

Mareeba, QLD 4880

For more mosque listings, visit www.afic.com.au.

Satay Club Noodle House (Malaysian and Indonesian) [B]•66charlottestreet,Brisbane,QLD4000•Phone:+61(0)732298855

Golden Legends Malaysian Seafood Restaurant [A]•3041surfersParadiseBoulevard,

Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217•Phone:+61(0)755046398

Baelbeck Lebanese [A]•shop9JunctionRd,

Morningside, QLD 4170•Phone:+61(0)733995358

Oberoi’s Taj (Indian) [A]•6/88surfParade,Broadbeach,QLD4218•www.oberoistaj.com.au•Phone:+61(0)755383478

HALALDININgAtAttRActIoNs:

Billabong Restaurant – Dreamworld [A]•DreamworldParkway,

Coomera, QLD 4209•www.dreamworld.com.au/

Visitor-Information/Dining•Phone:+61(0)755881111

Ispa Kebab Cafe – Harbour Town [M]•shopB27Harbourtown

Shopping Centre, Brisbane road, Biggera Waters, QLD 4216

•Phone:+61(0)755638097

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Kofte Burger – Harbour Town [A]•shopc109Harbourtown

Shopping Centre, Brisbane road, Biggera Waters, QLD 4216

•Phone:+61(0)755638633

Rick’s Café – Warner Bros Movie World [M]•PacificHighway,oxenford,QLD4210•Phone:+61(0)755733999

suPeRmARketsANDsuPPLIes:

Atlay Continental Halal Market [M]•Vulturestreet,Westend,QLD4101•Phone:+61(0)738441760

Australia & The World Supermarket [M]•102gaynesfordstreet,mt

Gravatt, QLD 4122 •Phone:+61(0)733436204

Halal Foods [M]•shop61elizabethstreet,

Brisbane, QLD 4000 •Phone:+61(0)732291215

Asim’s Halal Meats [M]•37Bealestreet,southport,QLD4215•Phone:+61(0)755314016

Chirn Park Halal Quality Meats [M]•34musgraveAvenue,chirn

Park, QLD 4215•www.halalbutcherygoldcoast.com.au•Phone:+61(0)755282307

Camel riding in the Sunshine Coast Dining in Queen Street Mall Seafood, Gold Coast

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Spend the night above the world’s largest coral reefAccessible from Cairns, there are many waystoenjoythegreatBarrierReef,oneof the seven wonders of the natural world. You can spend a day snorkelling or diving in the pristine waters and discover the abundant marine life; set sail amongst the beautiful Whitsunday islands; or take a romantic fl ight over Heart reef, an awe-inspiring, naturally formed heart-shaped coral reef. After a day of activities, you can even spend the night above the reef, on afloatingpontoon,andenjoyanamazingview of the sunrise the next morning.•Numeroustoursandactivities

available with diff erent operators; check www.greatbarrierreef.org

•Approximatecost:AuD460perpersonin a four bunk room; from AuD260 per person for a seaplane tour and AuD440 for a helicopter tour

•Recommendedfor:Allagesabove6•Besttime/seasontovisit:Aprilto

January (wet season is February/March so best to travel outside this time)

See coloured sand cliff s on a four-wheel-drive adventureFrom Brisbane, head to rainbow Beach, a coastal town in Queensland’s south-eastern Cooloola region, which is your gateway to many natural attractions. take a four-wheel-drive safari tour along the

stunning 40-mile beach, where you will see cliff s of coloured sands. Between July and october, you might also spot dolphins, turtles and whales from the lighthouse.•www.cooloolasafaris.com.au•Phone:+61(0)754711695•Approximatecost:FromAuD115

(adult); AuD90 (child)•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround

Enjoy a quintessentially Australian Outback experienceLocatedonthegoldcoast,justa20-minute drive north of Surfers Paradise, Australian outback Spectacular is an action packed Australian outback performance, complete with stampeding horses. Watch as the animal stars, talented men and women and live music take your breathawaywhileyouenjoyAustraliandamper (bread) and bush billy tea.•www.outbackspectacular.com.au•Phone:+61(0)755733999•Approximatecost:AuD99.95(adult);

AuD69.95 (child aged 4 to 13)•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyear

round (except Christmas Day), 7.30pm tuesdays through Sundays

Hand feed wild bottlenose dolphins Every evening at tangalooma Wild Dolphin resort on Moreton Island, a pod of wild bottlenose dolphins will approach the shore, presenting the unique opportunity for visitors to feed them by hand.Asyouenjoytheexperienceandthrill of getting face to face with these friendly creatures, marine biologists will be around to guide the feeding, so as not to endanger the dolphins. •www.tangalooma.com•Phone:+61(0)734106000

•Approximatecost:AuD210pernight; for a Dolphin Adventure tour, cost is AuD165 (adult) or AuD120 (child); for an extended day cruise with dolphin feeding, cost is AuD90 (adult) or AuD50 (child aged 3 to 14)

•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyear

round, feeding times between 6.00pm (winter) and 7.30pm (summer)

Did You Know? There are fi ve World Heritage-listed preservation areas in Queensland. These include the Great Barrier Reef, Fraser Island (the world’s largest sand island), the Wet Tropics of Queensland, the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, and the Australian Fossil Mammal Sites at Riversleigh.

Aerial view of Heart reef, Whitsundays rainbow Beach, Sunshine Coast Australia outback Spectacular performance

Sand dunes, Fraser Island Wet tropics of Queensland

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Queen Street MallSituated between George and Edward streets, Queen Street Mall stretches half a kilometre along two city blocks. With five majorshoppingcentres,twodepartmentstores, four shopping arcades and a lot more shopping options along the many streets surrounding Queen Street Mall, you can literally shop till you drop!•Level12,15Adelaidestreet,Brisbane, QLD 4000•www.queenstreetmall.com•Phone:+61(0)730066200•Businesshours:mondaystothursdays

9.30am to 6.00pm, Fridays 9.30am to 9.00pm, Saturdays 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sundays 10.00am to 5.00pm

South Bank Lifestyle MarketsEvery Friday evening and all day Saturday and Sunday, South Bank precinct’s convivial mood goes up a notch with the Lifestyle Markets. Feast on food, shop forgiftsandcollectibles,andenjoyliveentertainment in the heart of Brisbane.•stanleystreetPlaza,southBank,QLD4101•www.southbankmarket.com.au•Phone:+61(0)738442440•Businesshours:Fridays5.00pmto

10.00pm, Saturdays 10.00am to 5.00pm, Sundays 9.00am to 5.00pm

The Mantra GroupMantra hotels, resorts and self-contained apartments are dispersed throughout Australia. In Queensland alone, there are 30 Mantra hotels, resorts and apartments to choose from. Certain locations provide prayer mats, directional guide to Ka’bah (Qiblat) and the Quran upon request. Visit www.mantra.com.au for the full list of hotels.

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BRIsBANePortal Hotel•52Astorterrace,springHill,

Brisbane, QLD 4000•www.portalhotel.com.au•Phone:+61(0)730093400•Rateperroompernight:FromAuD100

GoLD CoAStPalazzo Versace, Gold CoastPalazzo Versace Gold Coast, is the epitome of a luxury 5 star resort - a place of renaissance splendor. It is centrally located, about 100 metres from the surf beach, 3 kilometres north of Surfers Paradise and about 30 kilometres from breathtaking Gold Coast Hinterland. For an exquisite unforgettable experience, Palazzo Versace Gold Coast is a truly one stop location for resting, relaxing

Farmers’ MarketFor fresh produce, seafood, handmade chocolates and other delectable treats, visit the delightful Farmers’ Market atBrisbane’sNewFarmdistrict.•BrisbanePowerhouse,Lamingtonstreet,NewFarm,QLD4005

•Businesshours:everysecondand fourth Saturday of the month 6.00am to 11.30am

Pacific Fair Shopping Centrethis is one of Queensland’s largest malls, located five minutes from Surfers Paradise. •HookerBoulevard,Broadbeach,QLD4218•www.pacificfair.com.au•Phone:+61(0)755815100•Businesshours:mondaystoWednesdays

and Fridays to Saturdays 9.00am to 5.30pm, thursdays 9.00am to 9.00pm, Sundays 9.00am to 5.00pm

Surfers Paradise Beachfront MarketsAbout a hundred stalls line the Esplanade two evenings a week, selling everything from local arts and crafts to home wares, jewelleryandotherinterestinggiftideas.•BetweenHanlanstreet

and Elkhorn Avenue•www.surfersparadise.com•Phone+61(0)755843700•Businesshours:Wednesdaysand

Fridays 5.30pm to 10.00pm

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and adventure-seeking amidst four-wheel-drive trekking and serene walks intheWorldHeritageNationalPark.offers prayer mats and the Quran upon request and directional guide to Ka’bah (Qiblat)•mainBeach94,seaWorld

Drive, QLD 4217•www.palazzoversace.com•Phone:+61(0)755098000•Rateperroompernight:FromAuD435

Q1 Resort & Spa, Surfers Paradise•HamiltonAvenue,surfers

Paradise, QLD 4217•www.q1.com.au•Phone:+61(0)756304513•Rateperroompernight:FromAuD265

cAIRNsThe Hotel Cairns•cornersofAbbott&Florence

Streets, Cairns, QLD 4870•www.thehotelcairns.com•Phone:+61(0)740516188•Rateperroompernight:FromAuD165 Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort•122Lakestreet,cairns,QLD4870•www.novotelcairnsresort.com.au•Phone:+61(0)740801888•Rateperroompernight:FromAuD114

For more information on Queensland, visit www.queensland.com.sg

South Bank Lifestyle Markets Pacific Fair Shopping Centre Q1Resort&spa

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Tasmania or “Tassie”, is Australia’s only island state, located southeast of the mainland. It has an ethnically diverse population of 500,000, drawing numbers from Eastern Europe, West and Central Africa, and Asia, including a small community of over 1,000 Muslims. A seaman from India was the � rst known Muslim to discover Tasmania in 1807. Other Indian Muslims followed later and settled in Tassie’s capital city Hobart, New Norfolk and Campbell. Besides Hobart, Tasmania’s other main cities are Launceston in the north, and Burnie and Devonport in the northwest. Tassie is known for its pristine natural beauty, pure waters and clean air, ensuring that it produces some of the freshest and best tasting fruits, vegetables and seafood around. From spectacular coastlines and serene beaches in the Freycinet Peninsula to charming seaside villages like Swansea and Strahan, or rugged landscapes of the west coast wilderness, Tasmania is sure to enchant all nature lovers.

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Did You Know?Water from Cape Grim in Tasmania’s west coast is probably one of the cleanest and purest in the world. For that, it has even been bottled and shipped to Australian athletes during Olympic Games.

Hobart Islamic CentreBosnian Australians are mostly Muslims, and are active in many � elds of Australian lifestyle, such as sports, social clubs, and more. The Hobart Islamic Centre is a signi� cant landmark that symbolises one of the many contributions of Bosnian Muslims in Australia. Originally located at Fitzroy Place, the centre was relocated to Warwick Street and reopened on 20 November 2005. • 166, Warwick Street, Hobart, TAS 7000

OTHER MOSQUES/ MUSALLAS/ ISLAMIC CENTRES IN TASMANIA:

Hobart Musalla• University of Tasmania, International

Services, Hytten Hall, French Street Street, Sandy Bay, TAS 7005

Launceston Musalla• University of Tasmania,

International Services, Newnham Drive, Newnham, TAS 7248

Annapurna Indian Cuisine [B]The term Annapurna in Sanskrit means “full of food”. At Annapurna Indian Cuisine, guests shall have their taste buds tantalised with arguably some of the best authentic Indian dishes in Tasmania. The food here is an amalgamation of various cuisines from Turkish, Persian, Afghan and Indian cultures. Be sure to try some of the specialities o� ered, such as the sizzling tandoori hot plate dishes, South Indian masala dosa, and fresh mango lassi, at any of its two outlets listed below:• Location 1: 93, Salamanca Place, Hobart, TAS 7000• www.annapurnaindiancuisine.com• Phone: +61 (0) 3 6224 0400• Location 2: 305, Elizabeth Street,

North Hobart, TAS 7000• Phone: +61 (0) 3 6236 9500

Anatolia Turkish Cuisine [M]• 321 Elizabeth Street, North

Hobart, TAS 7000• Phone: +61 (0) 3 6231 1770

Nando’s [A]• Location 1: Shop 1 Rosny Park

Entertainment Centre, 7-9 Bligh Street, Hobart, TAS 7018

• Location 2: 345 Elizabeth Street, North Hobart, TAS 7000

• Phone: +61 (0) 3 6234 190• www.nandos.com.au

“IT IS TRUE THAT HALAL FOOD IS NOT AS READILY AVAILABLE IN TASMANIA, BUT IT GAVE ME THE CHANCE TO TRY OUT SOME OF THE BEST SEAFOOD DISHES I HAVE EVER EATEN: HUGE CRABS, SCALLOPS, OYSTERS, FISH, THE LIST GOES ON....!” Abdul Malik, Cairo

Hobart Mall Freycinet Marine farm Sorell fruit farm

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Spot Australian wildlife in their natural habitatCradle Mountain was founded in the early years of the 20th century by Gustav Weindorfer – an Austrian adventurer, conservationist and botanist. Now, with its global signi� cance, Cradle Mountain is listed as a World Heritage area. Its beautiful lakes and majestic alpine peaks will de� nitely take your breath away. As most Australian wildlife is nocturnal, it is not always easy to see them in their natural habitat. However, in Cradle Mountain, this is made easier with the evening/night wildlife spotting tours o� ered by the accommodation operators. Learn about wombats, possums and Tasmanian devils, and try to spot them in the wild!• www.cradlemountainlodge.com.au, www.mcdermotts.com.au• Approximate cost: Check

websites for details• Recommended for: All ages• Best time/season to visit: All year round

Visit one of the top ten beaches in the worldTasmania’s spectacular Wineglass Bay - so named for its shape is often voted among the top 10 beaches in the

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world. Renowned for its clear turquoise waters and soft white sand set against pink granite mountains, best views can be had from the Wineglass Bay Lookout, or join a tour to explore the greater Freycinet National Park area.• www.wineglassbay.com• Approximate cost: Check

website for details• Recommended for: All ages• Best time/season to visit:

September to June

Ride the world’s longest single-span chairliftLocated in the Cataract Gorge, just 15 minutes by foot from Launceston city, this experience is really not about how long the ride is, but what you will see. Nature lovers will be impressed by views of the South Esk River, and the waterfall that spans about 400 metres up a straight gully between perpendicular rocks about 46-metres high. • www.launcestoncataractgorge.com.au • Phone: +61 (0) 3 6331 5915• Approximate cost: One-way

AUD10 (adult), AUD7 (child)• Recommended for: All ages• Best time/season to visit: All year round

Hobart City CentreHobart is de� nitely a superb shopping city, with easy parking and a huge range of shopping options. • Business hours: Mondays, Wednesdays

and Saturdays 9.30am to 6.00pm, Thursdays and Fridays 9.30am to 9.00pm, Sundays 9.30am to 4.00/5.00pm

Salamanca MarketSalamanca Market is an outdoor market with over 300 stalls selling produce and crafts from all over Tasmania. When you are done shopping, you can check out the many restaurants, cafes, theatres and galleries around the area. • Salamanca Place, Hobart, TAS 7000• www.salamanca.com.au • Phone: +61 (0) 3 6238 2843• Business hours: Saturdays

8.30am to 3.30pm

Centro Cat and FiddleCentro Cat and Fiddle is a shopping arcade that is located in the heart of Hobart’s central business district, linking the four main streets of the city. Many tourists are attracted to the centre due to its historical signi� cance and location – it has direct access to the Elizabeth Street Mall and department stores such as Harris Scarfe, Myers and Target 51.• Murray Street, Hobart, TAS 7000• www2.centro.com.au/CatAndFiddle • Phone: +61 (0) 3 6231 2088• Business hours: Mondays to Fridays

9.00am to 6.00pm, Saturdays 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sundays and public holidays 10.00am to 4.00pm

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Did You Know? Tasmania is home to Bridestowe Lavender Farm, the largest lavender farm in the world. It is also the only commercial lavender producer in the Southern Hemisphere.

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Innkeepers Hotel & ApartmentInnkeepers Hotel & Apartment has properties all over Tasmania to suit a wide variety of tastes. You can choose to have Tasmania’s wilderness, heritage or vibrant cities right at your doorstep. Visit www.innkeeper.com.au for a full listing.

Islington Hotel• 321 Davey Street, Hobart, TAS 7000• www.islingtonhotel.com • Phone: +61 (0) 3 6220 2123• Rate per room per night: From AUD300

The Henry Jones Art Hotel• 25 Hunter Street, Hobart, TAS 7000• www.thehenryjones.com • Phone: +61 (0) 3 6210 7700 • Rate per room per night: From AUD210

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Quest Savoy (formerly known as Chancellor-Savoy Hobart) • 38, Elizabeth Street, Hobart, TAS 7000• www.questsavoy.com.au • Phone: +61 (0) 3 6220 2300• Rate per room per night AUD162

Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart• 1 Davey Street, Hobart, TAS 7000• www.ghihotels.com• Phone: +61 (0) 3 6235 4535• Rate per room per night: From AUD195

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston• 29 Cameron Street Launceston TAS 7250• www.ghihotels.com• Phone: +61 (0) 3 6334 3434• Rate per room per night: From AUD110

“WHEN I VISITED TASMANIA WITH MY FAMILY, WHAT I FOUND MOST MEMORABLE WERE THE BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPES ALONG THE COAST. I WAS EQUALLY AMAZED AT HOW FRIENDLY THE LOCALS WERE!.” Shah Manzoor, Penang

Islington Hotel, Hobart

Mount Wellington, Tasmania

Wineglass Bay, Freycinet National Park

For more information on Tasmania, visit www.discovertasmania.com

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Victoria has the second largest population in Australia, albeit being the smallest mainland state. The catalyst for this was the discovery of gold in 1851 at Ballarat and Bendigo, which became one of the world’s biggest gold rushes. This led to the state’s rapid population growth. Today, Victoria’s population is about 5 million, including over 100,000 Muslims, primarily made up of Bosnians, Turks, Arabs and Albanians, contributing 32 per cent of Australia’s Muslim population. 70 per cent of its residents live in the state capital, Melbourne.

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Coburg Mosque (Fatih Mosque)To meet the basic needs of the Muslim community in Coburg, Fatih Mosque was built in 1976. The centre’s activities do not discriminate between gender, ethnicity, age or religion – anyone who wishes to join the community is more than welcomed to, Muslims and non-Muslims alike. •31NicholsonStreet,Coburg,VIC3243

Geelong Mosque Looking for this mosque might be a diffi cult task for new visitors as the mosque resembles a church. This is because the building was in fact a church some 200 to 250 years ago! The building still looks the way it did centuries ago!•45-47BostockAvenue,ManifoldHeights,VIC3218

OTHERMOSQUES/MUSALLAS/ISLAMICCENTRESINVICTORIA:

Melbourne City Mosque (City Islamic Council of Victoria)•66-68JeffcottStreet,WestMelbourne,VIC3000

Melbourne Musalla (Queensland University)•CornersofExhibitionandLonsdaleStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000

For more mosque listings, visit www.a� c.com.au

Did You Know? The magni� cent Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne was the � rst building in Australia to achieve World Heritage status. It was used for the � rst-ever sitting of Australia’s federal parliament in 1901.

Melbourne is known for its artsy, trendy urbanvibe,mixedwithadashofEuropeanflair.Soakinitssidewalkcafeculture,check out heritage buildings turned into trendy shopping arcades, or join its many lifestyle events - from sport tournaments toartperformances.Infact,Melbourneis home to Australia’s largest art gallery (NationalGalleryofVictoria)andsportsstadium(MelbourneCricketGround). Muslim travellers will also be thrilled with the truly varied selection of halal certifi ed and Muslim-owned eateries in and around Melbourne.

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Abduls Halal Takeaway Food [M]•22ElizabethStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000•Phone:+61(0)393543506

Little Malaysia [M]•26LiverpoolStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000•Phone:+61(0)396621678

Gaylord Indian Restaurant [A]•4TattersallsLane,LittleBourkeStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000

•www.gaylordindianrestaurant.com.au•Phone:+61(0)396633980

Gurkhas Café Nepalese Restaurant [A]•500FlindersStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000•www.gurkhas.com.au•Phone:+61(0)396297186

Nelayan Indonesian Restaurant [A,M]•265SwanstonStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000

•Phone:+61(0)396635886

Sawasdee Thai [A]•1stFloor,139LittleBourkeStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000

•www.sawasdee.com.au•Phone:+61(0)396634052

Souvlaki Bar (Greek) [A]•163RussellStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000•Phone:+61(0)396631388

Abla’s Lebanese Restaurant [M]•109ElginStreet,Carlton,VIC3053(approximately8minutesbycarfromMelbournecity)

•www.ablas.com.au•Phone:+61(0)393470006

The Kilim Oriental Turkish Restaurant [M]•366VictoriaStreet,Richmond,VIC3121(approximately11minutesbycarfromMelbournecity)

•www.thekilim.com.au•Phone:+61(0)394285982

La Paella (Moroccan and Spanish) [A,M]•217SydneyRoad,Brunswick,VIC3056(approximately11minutesbycarfromMelbournecity)

•www.lapaella.com.au•Phone:+61(0)393806955

Bismi Indian, Malaysian and Singaporean Restaurant [A,M]•848SydneyRoad,Brunswick,VIC3056(approximately14minutesbycarfromMelbournecity)

•Phone:+61(0)393868611

Café Cedar (Mediterranean) [A,M]•422MelbourneRoad,Newport,VIC3015(approximately16minutesbycarfromMelbournecity)

•Phone:+61(0)393910563

Mexicasa (Mexican) [A]•Shop203UpperLevel,FoodCourt,ChadstoneShoppingCentre,Chadstone,VIC3148(approximately20minutesbycarfromMelbournecity)

•Phone:+61(0)397949649

Flamingos Halal Pizza & Pasta (Italian) [A]•375StreetGeorgesRoad,Thornbury,VIC3071(approximately21minutesbycarfromMelbournecity)

•Phone:+61(0)394843750

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Watch Little Penguins paradeA90-minutedrivefromMelbourne,PhillipIslandisaconservationparkfeaturingspectacular coastal scenery, charming heritage and an abundance of wildlife. ItishometooneofAustralia’smostpopularwildlifeattraction-thePenguinParade.Atsunset,watchtheworld’ssmallest penguins emerge from the sea and waddle back to their sand dune burrows on shore - an incredible sight.•www.penguins.org.au•Phone:+61(0)359512878/59512800•Approximatecost:AUD20.60(adult);AUD10.30(childaged4to15);AUD51.50(family)

•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround.Penguinviewingtimesvarythroughouttheyearfrom4.00pmto8.00pm.

Drive/ Walk The Great Ocean RoadA3-hourdrivefromMelbourne,theGreatOceanRoadstretchesapproximately260kilometresfromTorquaytoWarrnambool.SoldiersreturningfrombattleinWorldWarIwerecommissionedtobuildtheroadas a tribute to their fallen comrades. This created a tourist route for its views of the iconic Twelve Apostles rock formations. Drivedowntheroadandadmiretherugged Victorian coastline, or join the various guided walking tours that take hikers through sandy beaches, thick forests

andsomeofAustralia’shighestseacliffs.•www.greatoceanwalk.com.au•Phone:+61(0)352755797•Recommendedfor:Adults•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround

Get a glimpse of Australia’s gold rushTake a trip to Ballarat, 1.5 hours’ drive from Melbourne,andvisitSovereignHill,anopen-air museum that is a replica of an 1850s. Australian goldfields town. Try your luck panning for gold or join its special “NightintheMuseum”package.Youwillstay on-site within the outdoor museum inaspecialaccommodationcomplex,andexperiencetheromanceoflifeasitwasonthe goldfields for the gentry of the 1850s.•www.sovereignhill.com.au•Phone:+61(0)353371100•Approximatecost:FromAUD39.50(adult);AUD18(childaged5to15)

•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround(exceptChristmasDay)10.00amto5.00pm

Get up close with Australian fur sealsAnotheradventureonPhillipIslandis visiting the breeding colonies of Australian fur seals. The seals can grow up to 2.2 metres, weighing as heavy as 360 kilograms. A boat cruise will bring you within metres away from thousands of seals in their natural

PhillipIslandNaturePark

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“YOU WON’T RUN OUT OF THINGS TO DO IN VICTORIA: FROM WATCHING AN AUSTRALIAN OPEN TENNIS GAME TO CAMPING OUTDOORS BY THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD, TO GETTING UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH AUSTRALIAN FUR SEALS!” Iman Nabil, Dubai

environment, and these naturally playful and curious animals will get closer to the boat, as if to introduce themselves.•www.wildlifecoastcruises.com.au•Phone:1300763739(localtoll-free)•Approximatecost:AUD67(adult)AUD45(child)

•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround

(during daylight savings, twice-daily departures5Aprilto4October,2.00pmonMondays,Wednesdays,Fridays,SaturdaysandSundays,nocruiseson6to21Augustand6to13September)

Take a ride on the world’s biggest tram networkTrams are a major transportation method inMelbourne.Sinceitwasintroducedto the city in 1865, trams have been a distinctive part of Melbourne’s character. Nowwithabout249kilometresofdouble track and more than 1,770 tram stops, Melbourne’s tram network is the biggest in the world, providing

ascenicwaytoexplorethecityandinnersuburbslikeRichmond,St.KildaandSouthYarra.Thebestpartaboutthe City Circle tram is that it is free.•www.visitmelbourne.com•Approximatecost:CityCircleTram–Free,METticket–AUD6.50(adult)forZoneA;unlimitedridesontram/trainandbuses(samezone)throughouttheday

Explore the laneways of MelbourneHidden behind Melbourne’s ordered grid of city blocks lay its 180 twisting inner city laneways - a web of lanes, alleys, little streets and arcades, where open-air cafes, restaurants, galleries and boutiques thrive.Exploreonyourown,orforaninsider’s guide to the laneways, join a walkingtourbyHiddenSecretsTours.•www.hiddensecretstours.com•Phone:+61(0)396633358•Approximatecost:AUD115•Recommendedfor:Adults•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround

Melbourne CentralMelbourne Central has undergone an excitingevolution.Explorealmost300stores in the new modern multi-storey shoppingcomplexintheheartofMelbourne’sCentralBusinessDistrict(CBD).Itoffersarangeofdesignerlabels, street wear, homewares, accessories and food outlets.•LaTrobeStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000•www.melbournecentral.com.au•Phone:+61(0)399221100•Businesshours:MondaystoThursdays&Saturdays10.00amto6.00pm,Fridays10.00amto9.00pm,Sundays11.00amto6.00pm

QVQVisMelbourne’slatestretaildevelopment.Forfashionistas,QVishometoadynamicmixoffashionand lifestyle retailers. There are lots of dining options here, including a Malaysiancafe.ItalsohousestheCBD’sfirstfull-rangesupermarket.•3AlbertCoatesLane,Melbourne, VIC3000•www.qv.com.au•Phone:+61(0)396580100•Businesshours:MondaystoWednesdays,Saturdays10.00amto6.00pm,Thursdays10.00amto7.00pm,Fridays10.00amto9.00pm,Sundays10.00amto5.00pm

Queen Victoria MarketEverything from fruits and vegetables, fresh produce and delicatessen goods to clothing, plants and pets are sold in this market.Itcovers7hectares,witharound1,000 traders, and is known for its vibrant andfriendlyatmosphere.Itsoriginsdateback to 1857 and many of its buildings havebeenclassifiedbytheNationalTrust.The Heritage Tour of the market exploresits125yearsofhistoryandtheFoodiesTourtemptsyourtastebudswhile allowing participants to interact with stallholders. •513ElizabethStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000•www.qvm.com.au•Phone:+61(0)393205822•Businesshours:Marketdays:TuesdaysandThursdays6.00amto2.00pm,Fridays6.00amto6.00pm,Saturdays6.00amto3.00pm,Sundays9.00amto4.00pm;Generalmerchandisecloses4pm

OTHERSHOPPINGOPTIONS:

St. Kilda Esplanade Art & Craft Market•TheEsplanade,St.Kilda,VIC3182•www.stkildamarket.com•Businesshours:Sundays10.00amto5.00pm

The Sunday Market Victorian Arts Centre•100St.KildaRoad,Melbourne,VIC3004•Businesshours:Sundays

10.00am to 5.00pm

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HOTELSMercure Hotel Welcome Melbourne•265-281LittleBourkeStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000

•www.accorhotels.com•Phone:+61(0)396390555•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD100

Quality Batman’s Hill on Collins•623CollinsStreet,Melbourne,VIC3000•www.batmanshill.com.au•Phone:+61(0)396146344•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD140

APARTMENTSOaks Apartments in Melbourne City, Central Business District:•OaksOnMarket,OaksOn

Collins, Oaks On Lonsdale•www.theoaksgroup.com.au•Rateperroompernight:FromAUD99

Citadine On Bourke (opening July 2010) •131-135BourkeStreet,Melbourne, VIC3000•www.citadines.com/en/australia/melbourne/bourke.html

•Phone:1800766377(localtoll-free)

FormoreinformationonaccommodationinVictoria,visit:•FlagChoiceHotelsAustraliaproperties

www.choicehotels.com.au•BestWesternproperties www.bestwestern.com.au•SomersetProperties www.somerset.com.au

Did You Know? Melbourne became the � rst Australian city to host the 1956 Olympic Games. It was the � rst time the Olympic Games were held in the Southern Hemisphere and also the � rst time athletes attended the closing ceremony en masse to signify the friendship of the Games.

For more information on Victoria, visit www.visitmelbourne.com/my

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Covering almost one-third of Australia’s land mass, Western Australia (WA) is the country’s largest state, with 12,500 kilometres of coastline, but home to just 2.1 million people, including a community of over 24,000 Muslims. 75 per cent of the population resides in the state capital, Perth. Perth is the closest Australian city to Malaysia, and is very multi-cultural. It has over 200 diff erent nationalities speaking 270 languages and following 100 religious faiths. As such, halal-dining options are aplenty in Perth. With more hours of sunshine than any other capital city in Australia, Perth has a strong beach culture and a vibrant outdoor lifestyle. Beyond Perth, WA’s many regions off er diverse natural landscapes and exciting encounters with native fl ora and fauna. Spring is a particularly great time to visit WA as the rugged landscape and lush fi elds come alive with millions of wildfl owers, many of which can be found only in WA.

M O s Q u E s

Katanning MosqueIn 1974, Muslims from Christmas and Cocos Islands began arriving in Katanning, giving birth to Katanning’s Islamic community. Since then, the number of Muslims continued to grow, and in 1980, when the Muslim population was large enough to have its own place of worship, the Katanning Mosque was built. During the third week of February every year, the Muslims of Katanning take part in a multicultural festival, mesmerising audiences with their colourful costumes. •2WarrenRoad,Katanning,WA6317

OTHERMOSQUES/MUSALLAS/ISLAMICCENTRESINWESTERNAUSTRALIA:

Perth City Musalla•Room32,Level2,TrinityArcade, Perth,WA6000

Perth Mosque•427-429WilliamStreet,Perth,WA6000

Edith Cowan University (ECU) Musalla•2BradfordStreet,MountLawley,WA6050 (approximately 10 minutes

by car from Perth city)

University of Western Australia Musalla•Eastern-SideWinthropHall,UniversityofWesternAustralia,35StirlingHighway,Crawley,WA6009(approximately11minutes by car from Perth city)

Masjid and Islamic Council WA•7MalvernRoad,Rivervale,WA6103 (approximately 12 minutes

by car from Perth city)

For more mosque listings, visit www.a� c.com.au

Did You Know? Gold� elds in Western Australia were � rst discovered in 1892, Kalgoorlie. In today’s value, the gold mines of Western Australia have produced more than US$18 billion worth of gold. The ‘Super Pit Mine’ in the still active mining town of Kalgoorlie is as deep and wide as Uluru Rock!’

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Love and Care Café (Malaysian) [B]•38PierStreet,Perth,WA6000•Phone:+61(0)892256400

Oleh Oleh Halal Café (Indonesian) [A,M]•536HayStreet,Perth,WA6000•Phone:+61(0)893251747

Indonesia Indah [A]•118-120BarrackStreet,Perth,WA6000•Phone:+61(0)892213970

Mahsuri Satay Restaurant (Malaysian) [M]•313AlbanyHighway,Victoria

Park, Perth, WA•www.members.westnet.com.au/mahsuri_satay/

•Phone:+61(0)893625062

Café Karache (Malaysian) [M]•124MurrayStreet,Perth,WA6000•Phone:+61(0)893257777

Levant Cuisine Restaurant (Lebanese) [M]•139BarrackStreet,Perth,WA6000•Phone:+61(0)893253496

Shimizu Japanese Cuisine [B]•4aMurrayStreetMall, MurrayStreet,Perth,WA6000•Phone:+61(0)892210111

Nusantara Indonesian [A,M]•Shop10A,SubiacoPavillion,Subiaco,WA6008(approximately9minutes by car from Perth city)

Istanbul Kitchen (Turkish) [M]•394FitzgeraldStreet, NorthPerth,WA6006•Phone:+61(0)892270121

Butchers and Bakery Turkish Oven [M]•275AlbanyHighway,VictoriaPark,WA6100(approximately15minutes by car from Perth city)

•Phone:+61(0)894702774

Dunya Continental Goods (Butcher) [M]•Unit6,249NorthBeachDrive,OsbornePark,TuartHill,WA6017(approximately12 minutes by car from Perth city)

•Phone:+61(0)894586699

Meat Giant (Butcher) [M]•43YirriganDrive,Mirrabooka,WA6061(approximately28minutes by car from Perth city)

•Phone:+61(0)893446811

Med Halal Meat (Butcher) [M]•Shop10A,HoneywellBoulevard,Mirrabooka,WA6061

(approximately 28 minutes by car from Perth city)

•Phone:+61(0)892497740

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View the world’s largest “straw”Jewel Cave lies hidden in the thick and beautifulKarriForestabout37kilometressouthofMargaretRiver.Fordecades,locals were aware of the whereabouts of the cave but it wasn’t until 1958 when it was properly explored by two adventurers,LexBastianandLloydRobinson.JewelCavedescendstodepthsof 42 metres and stretches 1.9 kilometres long, although only 40 per cent of the cave has been developed for tourism. The cave features the largest calcite straw stalactite in the world, delicately hanging at 5.4 metres from the ceiling.•www.margaretriver.com/pages/jewel-cave

•Phone:+61(0)897577411•Approximatecost:AUD19.50(adult),AUD10(child)

•Recommendedfor:AllAges•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround

See the world’s largest gold bar exhibitionThe Perth Mint was opened on 20 June 1899, making it one of the oldest mints in the world that is still operating from its original premise. Built as a branch of London’sRoyalMint,PerthMint’soriginalpurpose was to refine and manufacture gold and half sovereigns, which was used by British colonies as currency. The world’s greatest collection of investment gold bars

is available for visitors to view at the Perth Mint.Visitorscanalsomintandengravetheir own personalised medallions, see gold bullions being made and discover the value of their weight in gold. •www.perthmint.com.au•Phone:+61(0)894217223•Approximatecost:AUD15(adult),AUD5(child)

•Recommendedfor:AllAges•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround

See the world’s largest range of wildflowersBanksias, grevilleas, kangaroo paws, milkmaids, honeypots, mountain bells... Witness rugged landscapes or lush green fieldscomealiveinablazeofbrilliantcolours and fresh scents in Western Australia (WA)—home to more than 12,000 species of wildflowers, the largest collectionintheworld.Morethan60per cent of these species can be found only in WA, and you can enjoy different ones at various times and locations throughout the state. Join wildflower tours or do a self-guided tour of King’s Park and Botanic Gardens in Perth, which displays about 2,000 species.•www.wildflowerswa.com•Recommendedfor:AllAges•Besttime/seasontovisit:June/Julyin

the north and September in the south

Wildflowers, Golden OutbackFishing boat harbour dining in Fremantle

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“I ENJOY SLOW WALKS IN PARKS VERY MUCH, AND I LOVE KING’S PARK AND BOTANIC GARDEN FOR THE PEACE IT BRINGS ME. BEST OF ALL, IT IS SO CLOSE TO THE CITY.” A� a Danial, Kuala Lumpur

Surf a granite waveWaveRock,isagranitecliffthatisshapedlike a wave caused by subsurface chemical weathering and water erosion over the courseofmillionsofyears,around60million years to be exact. Measuring 15 metres high and 110 metres long, it looks likeatsunamiwavefrozenintime,andas you stand beside it, you can almost feel the force of thousands of tonnes of granite wave about to crash onto you. LocatedclosetothesmalltownofHyden,a 4 hour inland drive from Perth, Wave Rockoffersthepeaceandquietthatbigcities cannot, so make your way here and you will see that it is worth the eff ort.•www.waverock.com.au•Phone:+61(0)898805022•Approximatecost:FromAUD189•Recommendedfor:AllAges•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround

Picnic in the world’s largest inner city parkCovering 400 hectares of land, King’s Park and Botanic Gardens is the world’s largest inner city park, located right in the middle of Perth’s Central Business District. It boasts an outstanding fl oral collection, gorgeously cultivated gardens, open recreational areas, and breathtaking viewsoftheSwanandCanningRivers,as well as Perth’s city skyline - making it the perfect place for a relaxing picnic. Don’t miss the King’s Park Festival held at the peak of wildfl ower season between September and October. •www.bgpa.wa.gov.au•Phone:+61(0)894803600•Recommendedfor:Allages•Besttime/seasontovisit:Allyearround

Did You Know? World Heritage-listed Shark Bay in Western Australia is home to the world’s oldest living fossils. Known as stromatolites, they date back 3.5 million years.

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Fremantle Markets•FremantleMarkets,SouthTerrace,Fremantle,WA6160

•www.fremantlemarkets.com.au•Phone:+61(0)893352515•Businesshours:Fridays10.00am

to 8.00pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10.00amto6.00pm,Mondaysandpublicholidays10.00amto6.00pm

Centro Galleria•CornerCollierandWalterRoads,Morley,Perth,WA6062

•www.centro.com.au/galleria•Phone+61(0)893753228•Businesshours:Mondaysto

Wednesdays and Fridays 9.00am to 5.30pm,Thursdays9.00amto9.00pm,Saturdays 9.00am to 5.00pm

Murray Street Mall•MurrayStreetMall,Perth,WA6000•Businesshours:MondaystoThursdays

and Saturdays 9.00am to 5.00pm, Fridays 9.00am to 9.00pm, Sundays 11.00am to 5.00pm (certain shops)

Quest West End•451MurrayStreet,Perth,WA6000•www.westend.property.questwa.com.au•Phone:+61(0)894803888•Priceperroompernight:FromAUD265

City Waters Perth•118TerraceRoad,Perth,WA6000•www.citywaters.com.au•Phone:+61(0)893251566•Priceperroompernight:FromAUD110

Mounts Bay Waters Apartments•112MountsBayRoad,Perth,WA6000•www.mounts-bay.com.au•Phone:+61(0)892135333•Priceperroompernight:FromAUD250

Mont Clare Apartments•190HayStreet,Perth,WA6004•www.montclareapartments.com•Phone:+61(0)892244300•Priceperroompernight:FromAUD170 Esplanade River Suites•112MelvilleParade,Como,WA6152•www.esplanaderiversuites.com.au•Phone:+61(0)893670300•Priceperroompernight:FromAUD150

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle•CornerMarineTerraceandEssexStreet,Fremantle,WA6160

•www.esplanadehotelfremantle.com.au•Phone:+61(0)894324000•Priceperroompernight:FromAUD235

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WaveRocknearHyden Picnic at King’s Park

Fremantle Markets

For more information on Western Australia, visit www.westernaustralia.com

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

South Australia covers a total land area over 900,000 square kilometres, providing more than enough room to house its rich heritage and spectacular natural attractions. There is an extraordinary variety of holiday experiences in this region of the country. From quaint historical towns and pristine, white sandy beaches to picturesque farmlands and rugged, majestic outback, like the Flinders Ranges, South Australia can de� nitely provide unlimited opportunities for fun and adventure. The � rst European sighting of the South Australian coast was recorded in 1627 when Captain Francois Thijssen of the Dutch ship Gulden Zepaert explored the coastline. Islam was brought to South Australia in 1865 when successful businessman Thomas Elder brought Muslim cameleers to handle his camels. There are now over 10,000 Muslims in South Australia, making up about 3 per cent of Australia’s Muslim population. Adelaide is the capital city of South Australia and it prides itself as Australia’s art capital, with plenty of festivals, an active live music scene, a multitude of galleries and theatres, as well as amazing architecture. With a healthy Mediterranean climate that enjoys 2,500 hours of sunshine annually, outdoor activities are kept alive and vibrant all year round.

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Central Adelaide MosqueBuilt in 1888, the Central Adelaide Mosque has been standing for more than 120 years now, making it the oldest mosque in Australia. It is located in the city and is the biggest mosque in Adelaide. The construction of this mosque was greatly in� uenced by the Afghan cameleers that were brought here by businessman, Thomas Elder, to handle his camels. Visitors who enter the mosque would feel the humble vibes radiating from the warm, cosy wooden interiors. • Central Adelaide Mosque, 20 Little

Gilbert Street, Adelaide, SA 5000

OTHER MOSQUES/ MUSALLAS/ ISLAMIC CENTRES IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA:

Gilles Plains Mosque• 52 Wandana Avenue, Gilles Plains, SA 5086

Al Khalil Mosque, Woodville• Corners of Audley Street and Torrens

Road, Woodville North, SA 5012

Park Holme Mosque• 658 Marion Road, Park Holme, SA 5043

For more mosque listings, visit www.a� c.com.au

Moroccan Casbah Restaurant [M]• 40A Unley Road, Unley, SA 5061 • Phone: +61(0) 8 8357 3199

Jerusalem Sheshkabab House [A]• 131B Hindley Street, Adelaide, SA 5000• Phone: +61(0) 8 8212 6185

Pondok Bali (Indonesian) [A]• 310 Pulteney Street, Adelaide, SA 5000• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8232 0588

Quiet Waters Lebanese Restaurant & Co� ee Lounge [A]• 75 Hindley Street, Adelaide, SA 5000• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8231 3637

Highway Pizza (Italian) [M]• 565 Anzac Highway, Glenelg North, SA 5045• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8295 7788

Indiana Zone (Indian) [A]• 7/196 Marion Road, West Richmond, SA 5033• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8443 8433

Sofra Kabab House [A]• West Terrace Plaza, Shop 3/60 West

Terrace, Adelaide, SA 5000• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8212 1105

The Ghan Kebab House (Turkish) [M]• 366 Prospect Road, Kilburn, SA 5084• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8262 4042

Central Market Meat [M]• Shop 46, Victoria Square Arcade, SA 5000• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8211 7728

Al Raya Grocery Store [M]• 2/175 Henley Beach Rd,

Mile End, SA 5031• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8234 0733

Kamlas Kitchen India [M]• City Cross, between Grenfell Street

& Rundle Mall, Adelaide, SA 5000 Naan Tandoori (Indian) [M]• 12b Southern Cross Arcade, 52 King

William Street, Adelaide, SA 5000 Roshan Currie And Noodle Bar (Indian) [M]• David Jones Centre Shop 16, 100

Rundle Mall, Adelaide, SA 5000• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8232 7741 Voshi Bay (Indian) [M]• Southern Cross Arcade, 52 King

William Street, Adelaide, SA 5000

Did You Know? South Australia’s state animal is the Southern Hairy-nosed Wombat. Due to its burrowing habits, it was almost hunted to extinction but now the wombats are fully protected by law.

Central Market, AdelaideChildren at Womadelaide (Annual Music Festival), Botanic Park, Adelaide

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Walk among sea lionsKangaroo Island is on top of the list of places to visit in South Australia as it is a treasure trove of wildlife and geographical wonders. The island is situated 112 kilometres southwest of Adelaide, covering 4,350 square kilometres of land, which is about seven times larger than Singapore. So, you’ll need a few days to explore. Many tours are available - whether you are here for the scenery, wildlife or adventure activities. One of the main attractions is a guided tour to Seal Bay, to get a rare chance to walk among a colony of Australian sea lions as they sun on the beach.• www.tourkangarooisland.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8553 1185 • Approximate cost: From AUD8 (child) to

AUD75 (family); Check website for details• Recommended for: All ages• Best time/season to visit: All year round

Ride a horse-drawn tram across watersThe town of Victor Harbor on the coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula is located about 80 kilometres south of Adelaide, and has the largest population in the peninsula. Victor Harbor o� ers temperate weather, friendly locals, and many activities. Popular with tourists is the ride across the waters to nearby Granite Island on a double-deck, horse-drawn tram. Enjoy great views and a possible sighting of whales (seasonal) along the way; spot penguins once you get to the island. • www.tourismvictorharbor.com.au

or www.horsedrawntram.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8551 0777• Approximate cost: AUD7 return

(adult) AUD5 return (child)• Recommended for: All ages• Best time/season to visit: All year round

Swim with Blue� n TunaBritish naval explorer Matthew Flinders discovered Port Lincoln in February 1802 and since then, it has evolved to be the largest city in the West Coast region. At Port Lincoln, there is a purpose-built tuna farm where you have the rare chance to swim with schools of the famous Australian Blue� n Tuna! For a smaller adventure, watch the � sh from an underwater glass viewing area, or hand-feed the � sh from a platform.• www.adventurebaycharters.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 488 428 862• Approximate cost: From AUD45

(child) to AUD255 (family); Check website for details

• Recommended for: All ages• Best time/season to visit: All year round

Rundle MallRundle Mall is Adelaide’s main shopping centre, featuring more than 600 retailers. This open-air street mall is said to be the best shopping destination in Adelaide. • 134 Rundle Mall, Adelaide, SA 5000• www.rundlemall.com• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8203 7200• Business hours: Mondays to Thursdays

9.00am to 5.30pm, Fridays 9.00am to 9.00pm, Saturdays 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sundays 11.00am to 5.00pm

Glenelg SAGlenelg is a charming seaside resort located on the sandy white shores of Holdfast Bay, just 10 minutes away from Adelaide. The seaside suburb has many attractions, which include over 200 speciality shops to satisfy any shopping urges. Getting here is made easy via the tram that connects Glenelg with the heart of Adelaide.

MY STAY AT GLENELG IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA WAS THE BEST! I HAD EVERYTHING AT MY FINGER TIPS, FROM PRISTINE SANDY WHITE BEACHES TO A GREAT VARIETY OF CAFES AND EATING PLACES. IT IS TRULY A ONE STOP LOCATION WHERE EVERYTHING IS MADE EASILY AVAILABLE FOR TOURISTSAlia Hashim, Jakarta

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• Moseley Square Glenelg Foreshore• www.glenelgsa.com.au• Business hours: Daily 9:00am to 5:00pm

Tea Tree PlazaWest� eld Tea Tree Plaza is home to 235 stores, making it the second largest shopping centre in Adelaide. Located north of Adelaide in Modbury, 30 minutes away from the central business district, the shopping centre is easily accessible as it is linked to Adelaide’s unique O-Bahn system, the world’s longest and fastest guided busway. • 976 North East Rd, Modbury, SA 5092• http://westfi eld.com.au/teatreeplaza

or www.adelaidemetro.com.au • Phone: +61 (0) 8 8264 4011• Business hours: Mondays to Wednesdays

9.00am to 5:30pm, Thursdays 9.00am to 9.00pm, Fridays 9.00am to 5.30pm, Saturdays 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sundays 11.00am to 5.00pm

Rundle Mall, AdelaideWatching the sea lions, Kangaroo Island Swimming with blue� n tuna

Horse-drawn tram, Victor Harbor

Camel riding at sunset, Glenelg

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Adelaide Sorrento Meridien• 201, Anzac Highway, Plympton,

Adelaide, SA 5038• www.adelaidesorrentomeridien.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8297 7122• Price per room per night: From AUD135

Franklin Central Apartments• 36 Franklin Street, Adelaide, SA 5000• www.franklinapartments.com.au• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8221 7050• Price per room per night: From AUD170

Oaks Horizon• 104 North Terrace, Adelaide, SA 5000• www.theoaksgroup.com.au/oaks-horizons• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8210 8000• Price per room per night: From AUD150

Oaks Embassy• 96 North Terrace, Adelaide, SA 5000• www.theoaksgroup.com.au/oaks-embassy• Phone: +61 (0) 8 8124 9900• Price per room per night: From AUD150

Did You Know? Southern Right Whales migrate from the Antarctic to Encounter Bay in Fleurieu Peninsula every May. They get as close as 100 metres from shore, making Victor Harbor the ideal place for land-bound whale-watching.

Adelaide city skyline View from River Torrens, Adelaide

For more information on South Australia, visit www.southaustralia.com

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