Located just 7 kilometres north of Childers on the Bruce Highway you will find the charming townshop of Apple Tree Creek. A large park with bbq's is perfect for a picnic.
Visit FLYING HIGH FLORA AND FAUNA BIRD HABITAT, with over 70 species of birds including Australian Parrots, Finches and the beautiful amazing colour of the South American Macaws. A huge 5000 square metre aviary allows you to get up close to these beautiful birds. PH: 07 4126 3777 for opening times and days.
For light and main meals with Wood-Fired Pizzas, Steaks and Seafood among other specialties take a look at the EXOTIC JAM FACTORY & STICKY BEAKS RESTAURANT. PH: 07 4126 1216
APPLE TREE CREEK HOTEL is ideal for meals, including lunches or just a cold Beer. PH: 07 4126 1216
CHILDERS MARKETS
Childers Markets are held on the third Sunday every month at the Historical Village grounds in Taylor Street, Childers. Gates open at 7:30 am
MON REPOS is Australia's principle and best known sea turtle rookery supporting the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on the eastern Australian mainland. Loggerhead, Flatback, Green and Leatherback turtles nest at Mon Repos to lay their eggs from November to February. Nesting turtles are best viewed after dark near high tide. Guided walks operate nightly from the Mon Repos Turtle Rookery Visitor's Centre.
The turtle hatchlings may be seen emerging fron their nests from early January to late March and are best viewed between 7pm and 12 midnight.