Tianna Templeman < br />Escape

Elegant ladies and gents sip martinis at the curved art-deco bar at Bert’s in Bundaberg as soft jazz drifts over the crowd and dapper bow-tied bartenders polish glasses and keep an eye on the door. Bundaberg’s newest restaurant and bar is named after one of its favourite sons, world-famous aviator Bert Hinkler, who probably wouldn’t recognise his home town these days.

With Christmas fast approaching, escape the hustle and bustle of the city these school holidays and retreat to the relaxing, seaside town of Woodgate Beach with the family.

With its uninterrupted coastal views, beautiful hidden gems for swimming, stand-up-paddle boarding, kayaking and fishing, and breathtaking walking trails, Woodgate Beach is the perfect spot to spend your day.

You've heard of island hopping, but have you heard of beach hopping? Discover Bargara and the Coral Coast's most idyllic beaches that paint the coastline.

Looking for something to keep your 'tween' agers busy these holidays and help score you some brownie points? Here's a list of some absolute must-do's when in town that will not only have the kids eager to show and tell when back at school, but will also leave you with stories to tell for years to come.