Countries in Australia

Baysiders come from many different settings. A bayside is a place where a body of water - such as ocean, sea, river, or lake - is partly surrounded by land. Baysider.com is an online community of Baysiders with one thing in common: the unique lifestyle that comes from living on a bay. Select a country to learn more about its bays.

Australia has six states and two major mainland territories. The name "Australia" is derived from the Latin Australis, meaning "Southern" ... Legends of an "unknown land of the south" (terra australis incognita) date back to Roman times. 40,000 years before European settlement of the 18th century, the Australian mainland and Tasmania were inhabited by around 250 individual nations of indigenous Australians.

 

 


Australia

Australia offers something for every visitor. Whether your tastes run to riding a Harley into the sunset, soaring into the ether in a jet fighter, skydiving or just meeting a koala at eye-level in a t ... READ MORE

Featured Businesses

  • Merrrick's Noosa Learn to Surf

    Located in Noosa, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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  • Whitesands Holiday Villas2009-12-15

    Located in Dunsborough, Shire of Busselton, South West, Australia

    Whitesands Holiday VillasWhitesands Holiday Villas in Dunsborough, is set amongst trees, manicured gardens and a large lawned areas, giving guests plenty of space to relax. The villas have all the comforts you need to enjoy your stay in Dunsborough.READ MORE

  • The Capricornian Restaurant2016-05-13

    Located in Emerald, Queensland, Queensland, Australia

    The Capricornian RestaurantThe Capricornian Restaurant in Emerald, Queensland, is a casual and elegant restaurant tastefully decorated in soothing terra cotta tones complemented by stone, leather and wood to create a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. A dining experience at our restaurant ranges from a casual tapas meal in the cocktail lounge, a formal dinner in the main dining room or a private party in a garden setting on the terrace. The Capricornian Restaurant has a selection of venues to suit various occasions, from weddings, private functions, tapas parties, conferences and we will tailor a function to suit your specific occasion. READ MORE

  • Seashells on Banyan2009-12-28

    Located in Warrnambool Bay, Polwarth, Victoria, Australia

    Seashells on BanyanSeashells on Banyan is a fully self contained apartment ideally located in the heart of Warrnambool Bay, Victoria, Australia. The Apartment is within walking distance to shops, restaurants, the main beach and adventure playground. READ MORE

  • Driftwood Motel2015-02-27

    Located in Yeppoon, Central Queensland, Queensland, Australia

    Driftwood MotelDriftwood Motel and Holiday Units in Yeppoon, QLD, Australia welcomes you to come relax in their beachfront units with master bedrooms, full size kitchens, air conditioning and ceiling fans where kids are welcome and cots can be provided. With an absolute beachfront location, paradise awaits, and they offer relaxing shady lawns with outdoor BBQ area and lighting, a wonderful saltwater pool and children's play area. Driftwood Motel and Holiday Units also have convenient undercover parking, laundry facilities and boat parking, a fabulous stay awaits in quiet surrounds right on the beach, and best of all it's the perfect venue for beautiful beachfront wedding ceremonies in their stunning gardens, here dreams are made, come for a fantastic and memorable stay.READ MORE

  • Cumberland Lorne Resort

    Located in Lorne, Surf Coast Shire, Victoria, Australia

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  • Casa Nostra Motel2016-04-08

    Located in Rockhampton, Queensland, Queensland, Australia

    Casa Nostra Motel is a Motel in Rockhampton, with 1,2 and 3 bedroom villas. Our rooms are spacious, quiet, air-conditioned and self-contained.READ MORE

  • Ridgemont's Executive Restaurant 2008-12-06

    Located in Townsville, Townsville, Queensland, Australia

    Ridgemont's Executive Restaurant Ridgemont's Executive Restaurant in Townsville, Australia, is a modern cafe bar style alfresco Restaurant offering stunning views across the bay to Magnetic Island and through to the Palm Islands. Capturing the feel of the tropics, by night the atmosphere is enchanting, by day it's just plain beautiful.READ MORE

  • Mango Meadows Homestay

    Located in Humpty Doo, Shire of Litchfield, Northern Territory, Australia

    Mango Meadows HomestayVisit Mango Meadows Homestay in Humpty DooREAD MORE

  • Marion Bay Tavern and Motel2009-12-15

    Located in Marion Bay, Division of Denison, Tasmania, Australia

    Marion Bay Tavern and MotelMarion Bay Tavern and Motel has all the elements: a fully licenced restaurant, fine wine, bar, courtyard dining, a-la-carte menu, wood fired pizza, take away liquor, and quality coffee and tea at its location in Marion Bay. The Marion Bay Tavern and Motel is the perfect coastal venue for your romantic wedding reception or function in Marion Bay.READ MORE