Tuesday, 19 June 2012

THE HUNTER VALLEY

ok... So i might start writing about a place more closer to me....
THE  HUNTER VALLEY!!!! NSW AUSTRALIA
the hunter valley has many family friendly activities,
for the young children...
there is the HUNTER VALLEY GARDENS a place of wonder... mum once took me to see the spectacular lights display at christmas... there is never a boring day at the gardens!!!
 Open 7 days from 9am until 5pm (Closed Christmas Day). 
During the Christmas Lights Spectacular the hours are: Daytime Garden Entry ~ 9.00am - 4.00pm ~ Monday - Sunday and Christmas Lights Garden Entry ~ 6.30-10.00pm. Lights display starts at 7.30pm ~ Monday - Sunday
if you are ever in the hunter valley, be sure to pass by and look at the amazing themed gardens!!
HUNTER VALLEY GARDENS ~ ENTRY PRICES


Adults (16yrs +)$24.00
Seniors Card$20.00
Groups (10 or more people)*$18.00
Children (4-15yrs, 3yrs and under are free)$12.00
Family Pass (2 Adults & 2 Children)$60.00
Family Pass Extra Child$6.00
Locals (45km Radius)$20.00

*All Group Tickets must be Pre-Booked before entry and paid for in a single transaction



CHRISTMAS LIGHT SPECTACULAR TICKETS
Adults (16yrs +)$17.50
Children (4-15)$12.50
Children 3 & Under$FREE
Family Pass (2 Adults & 2 Children)$52.00
Family Pass Extra Child$5.00

Day Night tickets can be used for a Gardens entry during the day and lights entry that same night or a Lights Entry that night and a Gardens entry the next day.
EASY ESCAPE ANNUAL PASSES
The main difference between the old annual pass and the new program is that it now allows you unlimited access to Hunter Valley Gardens. You can visit all day, every day, including special events such as Flavourfest and the Christmas Lights Spectacular!

When you renew your membership you will also receive a single complimentary pass that can be shared with a friend or family member.

2 Adults + 2 Child$199.00
Single Adult$75.00
Child$45.00
Children (4-15yrs, 3yrs and under are free)$12.00
Single adult + 1 Child$120.00
Single adult + 2 Children$165.00
Single adult + 3 Children$210.00
2 adults + 1 Child$195.00
2 adults + 3 Children$244.00
2 adults + 4 Children$298.00


Hunter Valley Gardens is wheelchair friendly and allows access to all areas. Free loan wheelchairs are available at Garden Entry, bookings preferable.

A hire fee applies during major events (Choc Fest, Flavourfest, and Christmas Lights) at $10.00 per wheelchair. No bookings for wheelchairs will be taken over these major events and they will be hired out on a first come first serve bases.

When a wheelchair is hired out ID is required to be left at the Customer Service Desk until the wheelchair is returned.

 it is a great day out for the whole family!!!!!






now for the average teenager 

IF YOU ARE INTO THE PARANORMAL: 

CHECK OUT THE MAITLAND GAOL YOU CAN GO ON A GHOST TOUR, HISTORY TOUR AND EVEN SPEND THE NIGHT AT THE GAOL!!!!!!

  

How to Purchase Tickets

Tickets for day-time tours may be purchased (subject to availability), up until the time of the tour.
All evening tours MUST be prebooked and prepaid. Tickets may be booked and paid (subject to availability) up until 4:00pm on the day of the tour.
No person will be allowed on a tour without the appropriate official ticket.
Tickets for Site Entry/Self Guided visits and Public Tours of Maitland Gaol may be purchased by:

1. Phone:

Ring             (02) 4936 6482       with your preferred tour and credit card details ready (Mastercard or Visa).

2. In Person at Maitland Gaol:

Come into the Visitor Reception counter at Maitland Gaol and make your choice with payment by credit card or cash. No ticket sales are available by this method after 4:00pm.
The Visitor Reception counter is in the Administration Office of Maitland Gaol at:

Level 1, 'Governors Residence'
Maitland Gaol
6-18 John Street
EAST MAITLAND   NSW   2323
(building on the right-hand side of the main entrance)

3. Internet:  

Tickets for Public Guided Daytime and Torchlight Evening Tours and some Public Functions are available for purchase over the internet from this website.  Tickets will generally be available for tours up to 3 months in advance.  Click here to go to the secure sales web page for purchase of tickets. Payment can be made by Mastercard, Visa or American Express. This method of purchase is not available for tickets where the Companion Card or other forms of complimentary or voucher ticket allocation is to be used.

4. By Post:

Ring             (02) 4936 6482       with your preferred tour details. Make a booking and forward payment by cheque or money order to:
Maitland Gaol
PO Box 249
EAST MAITLAND   NSW   2323

Cheques and Money Orders should be made payable to Maitland City Council.  This method is only available where there is time for payment to arrive, be cleared and tickets to be despatched prior to the tour.

5. In Person at the Maitland Visitor Information Centre:

Come into the Visitor Information Centre in Maitland and make your choice with payment by credit card or cash. No ticket sales available by this method after 4:00pm.
The Visitor Information Centre is located at:
Ministers Park
Cnr New England Highway and High Street
MAITLAND   NSW  2320
(Enter from High Street)
Prior to purchasing your tickets, whether by phone or in person, please read the Ticketing Conditions.




www.maitlandgaol.com.au/

YOU CAN GO TO THE MOVIES
GO TO STOCKLAND
GO TO MAITLAND MALL


FOR THE ADULTS...
VISIT THE WONDERFUL WINERIES 









PS THE ONLY REASON WHY I HAVEN'T WROTE MUCH ABOUT THIS IS BECAUSE I LIVE IN THE HUNTER VALLEY AND AM USED TO ALL THE THINGS IN IT AND DON'T REALLY WANT TO SAY MUCH ABOUT MY HOME AREA.





Wednesday, 13 June 2012

Maroochydore

Ok so here's the story, I just came back from maroochydore and I personally loved it my family were staying at a place not far from maroochydore beach so I went surfing it was soo fun my little sister built sandcastles and went for a swim. We went to the Sunday market and bought some great items, special creams, toys, handy items for infants and some souvenirs. I also went to Redland bay and I went to movie world, my favorite ride was the scooby doo one. I give the whole trip 8(1/2)/10 👍👍