After you've had your fill of tranquillity, the kids can play on the playground

From Attractions on The Newell Highway, New South Wales

The information centre in front of the Dish

From Attractions on The Newell Highway, New South Wales

You can get up close to the Dish, and see it being moved into position to seek out life in the universe

From Attractions on The Newell Highway, New South Wales

The Elvis statue is taking pride of place in the middle of Parkes

From Attractions on The Newell Highway, New South Wales

The floor is full of cars and the mezzanine full of motorbikes and old toys including handmade

From Attractions on The Newell Highway, New South Wales

The Morris 8, Chevrolet 1929 and Japanese Funeral car

From Attractions on The Newell Highway, New South Wales

The map at the entrance showing you the points of interest along the track

From Best Things to Do in the Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia

The walk takes you beside the water, and across grassy plains

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The view over the reservoir from the top lookout

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