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SEASONAL HOLIDAYS February - December 2020 BOOMING BRISVEGAS! a Review by Leisure Links Participant, Kane Leisure Links SEASONAL HOLIDAYS February - December 2020 BOOMING BRISVEGAS! A review by Leisure Links participant, Kane. From 16th to 19th August, Rosie, Reece, Bryce, Nadine, Gabby, Pieter, Emma, Alexandra, Debbie and I spent the weekend outside of the cold, blustery, windy weather of Maitland and into the warm, sunny, vibrant weather of Queensland staying in beautiful Brisbane, exploring its’ whimsical areas filled with plethoras of wonder. Our first day began flying out of Newcastle Airport. It was the first time in ten years that I had visited Queensland. I had a few trips to the Gold Coast with my family, but I had never actually visited the capital of the state. After a slightly turbulent flight and a cup of coffee we arrived...I was in for a surprise! During the walk to our hotel, it was teeming with hustle and bustle of people leaving their workplace for the day, enjoying a post-work beer, coffee or lunch at the bars and coffee shops and being relieved that it’s now the start of the weekend. As we got to our hotel on Albert Street, I entered my hotel room and the first thing I did was look at the stunning view from my balcony showing the landscape of the city of and the glowing Brisbane river complete with the Story Bridge in the distance. It was breathtaking! On Saturday, we all went on a long drive to Beerwah to visit Australia Zoo, which was home to the late friend of all wild animals, Steve Irwin aka “The Crocodile Hunter”. The zoo was brimming with variations of animal species such as Galapagos Tortoises, species of birds and intimidating snakes such as the King Cobra and Brown Snake. Our main event for the day was the famous Wildlife Warriors 101 Show at the “Crocoseum” giving us instructions, in a comical way, in what to do when you’re bitten by a venomous snake. Demonstration of a variety of colourful birds native to the Australian wildlife followed. Then the feeding of Murray the 300kg saltwater crocodile made famous by Steve Irwin. After our exciting visit to the zoo, we observed the most breathtaking view from the nearby Glass House Mountains. That night we had a wonderful night out at Brisbane’s Eagle Street Pier, followed by a night of jamming and crooning to live music. On Sunday, we had a relaxing visit walking to the Brisbane Botanical Gardens. After that, we walked through the beautiful Southbank and walked past the famous Streets Beach. It is Australia’s only unique man-made lagoon surrounded by luscious plants and white hot sand. I felt tempted to swim in it and just relax, even if I didn’t bring my swimwear! At the middle of Southbank, through the beautiful rainforest walk, was the famous ‘BRISBANE’ sign and the Wheel of Brisbane, a 60m Ferris wheel where you can partake in sightseeing, looking down below at the sights and famous landmarks of Brisbane. Rosie and I gleefully went on to view the atmosphere via our gondola. Later that night we took a CityCat from Eagle Street Pier to Hamilton to stuff our faces at Eat Street, a carnival themed food market filled with stalls selling various types of cultural food. Monday was unfortunately our last day in the beautiful city. But we weren’t going to waste it, no no no! To spend our final few hours in Brisbane, we went shopping at the various stores at the Queen Street Mall. And like that, our weekend at Brisbane was over but we leave lots of very fun memories and laughs. Here’s hoping that we’ll visit this wonderful city again in the near future... Until the next adventure...Happy Trails! Kane. 2 DOLPHINS & DELIGHTS - COFFS HARBOUR Departs: Friday, 14th February 2020 | Concludes: Monday, 17th February 2020 Located on the NSW mid-north coast, Coffs Harbour is a popular resort town located 4 hours from Maitland. It is known for its beaches, surfing, World Heritage rainforest and marine parks. While visiting we will explore the area, enjoying the sun, sand, national parks and visit the Dolphin Marine Conservation Park, the only zoological park in NSW exhibiting dolphins. INCLUSIONS SUPPORT PROVIDED • Return transport by Mai-Wel bus 2 x Support Staff • Three nights accommodation in a NOTE two-bedroom apartment at Max. of 4 participants Beachlander Holiday Apartments • Breakfast daily QUOTE* • Morning tea at Sawtell NDIS Participant: • The Big Banana Fun Park Activity cost: $532 per person • Dolphin Marine Conservation Park Support cost: $3,152 claimed from NDIA Plan (Group Support 1:2) • Forest Sky Pier Non NDIS Participant: $3,684 per person • Orara East State Forest *All quotes are estimates only and subject to • Shopping at Park Beach Plaza change, depending on individual NDIS plans, • Take a walk along the beach and along the number of participants, supports required the path to the jetty & charges outside of our control. VIVID LIGHTS - SYDNEY Departs: Saturday, 23rd May 2020 | Concludes: Monday, 25th May 2020 Vivid Sydney is the largest festival of light, music and innovations in the Southern Hemisphere. The festival brings together over 140 lighting artists, manufacturers and designers from all around the world to transform Sydney’s Harbour foreshore into an outdoor wonderland of light and art. INCLUSIONS QUOTE* • Return transport by train NDIS Participant: • Two nights accommodation in a Activity cost: $685 per person two-bedroom self-contained apartment Support cost: $1,977 claimed from NDIA Plan at Oaks Goldsbrough Apartments (Group Support 1:3) • Ticket to visit two attractions Non NDIS Participant: $2,662 per person (choose between: SEA LIFE Sydney *All quotes are estimates only and subject to Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Sydney change, depending on individual NDIS plans, Tower Eye and Madame Tussauds) the number of participants, supports required • Vivid Sunset Dinner Cruise & charges outside of • Take a walk across Sydney Harbour Bridge our control. • Have a picnic in the Royal Botanic Gardens SUPPORT PROVIDED 2 x Support Staff 3 SUN, SAND & SURF - GOLD COAST Departs: Friday, 14th Augus ay, 17th August 2020 The Gold Coast is a world of contrasts, bringing together nostalgia and innovation, a vibrant nightlife with many outdoor experiences, beaches and theme parks. The famous Surfers Paradise beach has been drawing visitors since the 1950s. INCLUSIONS SUPPORT PROVIDED • Return airfares, Newcastle to Coolangatta 2 x Support Staff • Reutrn airport transfers, from airport to + 1 x Volunteer accommodation QUOTE • Three nights accommodation at Mantra Please contact the Towers of Chevron Leisure Links team for • Breakfast daily a quote for this • Australian Outback Spectacular - dinner Supported Holiday. and show • Visit the many beaches • Beachfront Markets Pictured: Grace and Rosie at • Local dining at a range of cafes Warner Bros Movie World in 2018. ECO FRIENDLY WEEKEND - CHICHESTER RIVER Departs: Friday, 16th October 2020 | Concludes: Sunday, 18th October 2020 Switch off from the hustle and bustle of busy life and relax in the beautiful nature of Wangat, just 20 minutes from Dungog. Explore the sub-tropical rainforest and the banks of the stunning Chichester River or venture farther afield with a guided bush walk. Cool off with a dip in one of the spectacular river swimming holes and meet the wildlife; from wallabies and cheeky possums to the abundant birds and frogs! INCLUSIONS QUOTE • Return transport by Mai-Wel bus Please contact the • Two nights accommodation in two Leisure Links team for cottages at Wangat Lodge a quote for this • All meals Supported Holiday. • Chichester Dam • Bush walking SUPPORT PROVIDED 2 x Support Staff + 1 x Volunteer NOTE Max. of 6 participants Pictured: The Chichester River at it’s finest. 4 SUN, SAND & SURF - GOLD COAST EXPRESSION OF INTERESTS WELCOME FOR: 5 NIGHT, 6 DAY TASMANIAN CRUISE ON SERENADE OF THE SEAS Cruise out of Sydney bound for Tasmania, Australia’s ‘Apple Isle’, on the beautiful Serenade of the Seas. Visit Hobart, Tasmania’s capital, and take in the colonial history at Battery Point. On the waterfront, check out Salamanca Place, the city’s cultural hot spot with boutique shops, cafes and restaurants. Next, cruise to Port Arthur on the Tasman Peninsula and discover the site of the old penal colony, and see the dramatic seaside rock formations and cliffsides. INCLUSIONS • Meals and snacks (drinks package available for purchase while onboard) • Entertainment onboard NOTE • Cabin configuration, quad or twin share, will depend on final numbers. • Cost does not include gratuities to be paid while onboard. Pictured: The cruise group ready to board their cruise ship to Tasmania in 2017. • Non-refundable deposit of $200 is required at time of booking to secure lowest fare. QUOTE Please contact the Leisure Links team for a quote for this Supported Holiday. Pictured: Lucy, Rosie, Lucinda and Holly cruising the Tasman. Pictured: Holly and Lucy celebrating their arrival in Hobart. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARTICIPANTS DEPARTURE LOCATION Building: The Hub, Maitland Address: Unit 5/555 High Street, Maitland 2320 Phone: 4015 8480 If you require transport, please contact The Hub, Maitland and leave your details, desirable pick up/ drop off location with the activity name and contact phone number. BOOKINGS If you are new to Leisure Links and haven’t before had the Leisure Links experience, please contact the Mai-Wel Support Transition and Referral Team (STaRT) on 4057 2900 to commence a smooth journey with us! All existing Leisure Links participants are able to book by phoning The Hub, Maitland on 4015 8480. Participants are required to agree to and complete and return the Lifestyle & Leisure Booking Conditions (see next page) upon booking. Additional Booking Conditions forms can be requested from The Hub, Maitland.
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