Too hot? New South Wales is delivering a cool winter getaway

While the northern hemisphere bakes in summer heat, New South Wales welcomes you to a refreshing winter escape - no sticky sweat or blinding sunshine, just ultimate chill vibes and relaxation. Maximum Cuteness Overload Brunch with Alpacas Iris Lodge Alpacas 🚗About 90 minutes drive from Sydney This family-friendly therapeutic farm, located 1.5 hours north of Sydney, offers certified 30-minute animal feeding experiences where kids can earn official "Junior Zookeeper" certificates under professional guidance. Adults enjoy brunch surrounded by adorable creatures, while photo lovers capture countless Instagram-worthy moments with these furry friends. Galactic Encounter Starry Theater in the Outback Outback Astronomy, Broken Hill ✈️2h15m flight from Sydney In Broken Hill's vast red outback, Outback Astronomy creates an ultimate romantic stargazing experience. Their immersive program feels like removing the planetarium dome, placing you at the center of the universe. June-July offers prime Milky Way viewing in the Southern Hemisphere's crystal-clear night skies. Riverside Adventure A Therapeutic Day as a Fisherman Tweed Heads 🚗9h drive from Sydney, 45m from Gold Coast Roll up your pants! Become an authentic "fisherman" in Tweed Heads' pristine estuary waters, learning traditional mud crab trapping from experienced guides who'll teach you how to outsmart these "sidewalk warriors." After catching your dinner, enjoy sweet, springy crab meat by the river while listening to ecological stories, and earn a "Sustainable Fishing Certificate." Watch egrets skim golden sunset waters - this is authentic NSW wilderness at its best!