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Day Tripping in Marburg

The charming country township of Marburg, on the outskirts of Ipswich and less than an hour's drive from Brisbane, is a great place to spend a day (and a night). With fantastic antique shops to fossick through, a stately manor to dine at (and stay overnight), hobby farm and creative outlet that can organise a bespoke picnic in the historic church grounds, there's plenty of reasons to go day tripping here:

Woodlands Of Marburg Country Inn

The palatial historic mansion with 360 degree views of the Marburg Valley makes a great weekend escape

This quirky antique and collectables store is named after Scotland Yard's collection of crime artefacts and exhibits

Tommy Smith Cafe sits within the elegant surrounds of Woodlands of Marburg, a sprawling 250 acre historic estate

Just off the Warrego Highway in the charming country township of Marburg, you’ll find one of the most interesting and browse-worthy antique shops in all of Queensland

Owned and operated by the same family for more than 80 years, no trip to Marburg is complete without a visit to this local institution, a grand old heritage-listed hotel that date from 1881... more

These fabulous styled picnics in bell tents are set in the grounds of the historic Old Church at Marburg

Special Branch Collective is brewing quality Dancing Bean coffee and selling premium potted plants in the country town of Marburg

The popular hobby farm, just outside of Marburg, is closed for the month of February but will re-open to visitors at the start of March

Geoffrey Robertson KC

Join Geoffrey Robertson KC, one of the world's great legal minds

May 9

Tom Gleeson: Gear

One of Australia’s favourite comedians is bringing his new show to Brisbane

May 10

Black Box

Based on the incredible true story of the inventor of the black box

May 10-19

National Photographic Portrait Prize

A fascinating, free exhibition on display at State Library

May 11-Jul 7

Park Vibes

Park Vibes returns to Victoria Park on Mother's Day

May 12

Mother's Day at Old Government House

Treat Mum to High Tea at heritage-listed Old Government House

May 12

Mother's Day at Walkabout Creek

Treat Mum to a delicious buffet breakfast or lunch in beautiful bush surrounds

May 12

Mother's Day Dining

Celebrate Mother's Day at these top restaurants

May 12

Mother's Day Brunch at Vertigo

A thrilling one-of-a-kind brunch experience

May 12

Win an out of this world family trip to Los Angeles!

To celebrate the launch of IF (Imaginary Friends) in cinemas on May 16, Archie Brothers and IF have teamed up to give you the chance to win a trip to LA

Win an out of this world family trip to Los Angeles!

MUST DO

Mother's Day Dining

Celebrate Mother's Day at one of these top restaurants, open from 11am 'til late for a la carte dining

Mother's Day Dining

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do May 3-6

From outdoor cinema, iconic science-themed films, mega shoe sale and Buddha birthday festival to a gorgeous Maleny escape and a new Chinese hotpot restaurant

This Weekend May 3-6