Rydges Southbank Headquarters Hotel We will have a dedicated accommodation service available that will include all levels of prices. We encourage you to subscribe to our Email Group to receive early advice on news as it it is posted into the web. Details at the bottom of the entry page Australia Zoo Home of the Crocodile Hunter Visit world famous Australia Zoo. Only 30 minutes by train from Brisbane. Cuddle a Koala Whale Watching There are several local options for this very popular activity. It is Whale watching Season in September / October Under Water World Located a 1 hour North of Brisbane in Mooloolaba Underwater World. See Sharks, Turtles, fish  and Manta Rays plus 100s of other Tropical Marine species Sea World World famous Sea World fun park is 1 hour South at Southport. See tropical fish, sharks, seals and much much more.