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The Big Hose — a large-scale play sculpture by artists Tony Albert (Brisbane, Girramay/Yidinyji/Kuku Yalanji peoples) and Nell, will take pride of place on the river’s edge outside the GOMA Bistro from spring 2025.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAlluding to classic Queenslander design with breezy verandahs and subtropical gardens, this collaborative artwork weaves in layered stories of First Peoples, migration, and local history. Playful yet deeply meaningful, it’s set to hose its way into Australia’s list of iconic big things.\u003Ca id=\"sc\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1355812245":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003ESunshine Coast Giants\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1823143887":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/2024_SC_BigPineapple_KyleHunterHayleyAndersen_155871.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/2024_SC_BigPineapple_KyleHunterHayleyAndersen_155871.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-61039b74847d6fb162cc7fc0-the-big-pineapple","alt":"Couple taking selfie in front of The Big Pineapple landmark","srcUriTemplate":"/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/queensland-big-things-road-trip/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1823143887.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1752827885278/2024-sc-bigpineapple-kylehunterhayleyandersen-155871.jpeg","uuid":"0bae1e34-ad08-4337-bdba-912569b5f357","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"The Big Pineapple, Woombye, Sunshine Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1533014582":{"text":"\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Pineapple, Woombye\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"the big pineapple\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-61039b74847d6fb162cc7fc0-the-big-pineapple\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThis absolute Queensland icon\u003C/a\u003E stands 16 metres tall, but offers \u003Ci\u003Eso much more\u003C/i\u003E than the ultimate selfie. Mid-glow-up, the Big Pineapple is home to its own \u003Ca title=\"wildlife hq zoo\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-636afdbd96534d5c3259b642-wildlife-hq-zoo\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewildlife park\u003C/a\u003E, high ropes course and zipline thrills, plus one of Queensland's best craft distilleries, \u003Ca title=\"Sunshine & Sons Distillery\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-6098c847ee5f2f140f7f954b-sunshine--sons-distillery\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunshine & Sons\u003C/a\u003E. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"what to do woombye\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast/what-to-do-woombye\" target=\"_self\"\u003EConquer these activities\u003C/a\u003E while you're here.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBanana Bender Pub, Aussie World\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENot exactly a “big thing”, but it’s got the chaotic energy of one. Expect psychedelic walls, over-the-top decor, and \u003Ca title=\"how to do aussie world\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/theme-parks/how-to-do-aussie-world\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eplenty of photo ops\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EBig Pelican, Noosaville\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003ESay g'day to Pelican Pete as you stroll the riverfront in \u003Ca title=\"Noosaville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d9eaeeeaaf773cefb0f-noosaville\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENoosaville\u003C/a\u003E. Fish and chips from \u003Ca title=\"Noosa Boathouse\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-56b262ba7b935fbe730e26b1-noosa-boathouse\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENoosa Boathouse\u003C/a\u003E is a must while you're here, but keep a close eye on your feed - Pete's the only pelican who \u003Ci\u003Ewon't \u003C/i\u003Etry to steal a bite.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMatilda the Kangaroo, near Gympie\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis one once winked at the world during the 1982 Commonwealth Games. Now she greets drivers with a gentle flutter on the Bruce.\u003Ca id=\"fc\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_796005802":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EFraser Coast’s quirky collection\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_674954143":{"text":"\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Whale, Hervey Bay\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou'll need a wide-angle to snap all 22-tonnes of whale-breaching fun next to the Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere. This whale fix is year-round (for \u003Ci\u003Eactual \u003C/i\u003Ehumpback selfies visit Hervey Bay between June–October).\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile you're here: Head out on a \u003Ca title=\"Tasman Venture whale watching hervey bay\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25e102880253d74c45a44-tasman-venture-whale-watching-hervey-bay\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETasman Venture\u003C/a\u003E whale watching cruise and you'll spot the real big things of the ocean. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Ned Kelly, Maryborough\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA bushranger in banana country?\u003Ca id=\"sgbr\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E Turns out a local played a key role in identifying Kelly’s remains — so the town gave him a giant fibreglass tribute.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_288466022":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003ESouthern Great Barrier Reef and Beyond\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_664787694":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2024_OUT_Emerald_TheBigEasel_CountryLife_JesseLindemann_155422.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2024_OUT_Emerald_TheBigEasel_CountryLife_JesseLindemann_155422.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fb0aeeeaaf773cf23b3-van-gogh-sunflower-painting","alt":"Couple standing near Emerald's The Big Easel - a 25-metre replica of Van Gogh's famous sunflower painting","srcUriTemplate":"/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/queensland-big-things-road-trip/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_664787694.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1752837334614/2024-out-emerald-thebigeasel-countrylife-jesselindemann-155422.jpeg","uuid":"f20b6964-6209-4f83-96b9-2d1808832f24","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"The Big Easel, Emerald",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1840044671":{"text":"\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Barrel & Big Bottle, Bundaberg\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHome to legendary drinks, Bundy celebrates in style — with huge nods to its rum and ginger beer heritage.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMust-do: Blend your own rum at \u003Ca title=\"Bundaberg Rum Distillery tour\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/wineries-breweries-and-distilleries/bundaberg-rum-distillery-tour\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe famous distillery\u003C/a\u003E. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Orange (Gayndah) & Big Mandarin (Mundubbera)\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETwo \u003Ca title=\"Gayndah's Big Orange\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b264e1aeeeaaf773cf7cf9-gayndahs-big-orange\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ecitrusy giants\u003C/a\u003E waiting in the middle of orchard country. You’ll smell the zest before you see them.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Bulls, Rockhampton\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESome things just make sense. Like \u003Ca title=\"Rockhampton Bull Statues\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b26489aeeeaaf773cf78ad-rockhampton-bull-statues\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBig Bulls\u003C/a\u003E in Queensland's Beef Capital. There are six life-sized bulls scattered around town - see if you can spot them all. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Easel, Emerald\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EVan Gogh goes big with a \u003Ca title=\"Van Gogh Sunflower Painting\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fb0aeeeaaf773cf23b3-van-gogh-sunflower-painting\" target=\"_self\"\u003Etowering sunflower painting\u003C/a\u003E that dominates the skyline. Want more? \u003Ca id=\"wys\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EVisit in bloom season for real-life wildflowers across the plains. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1067789445":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E Mackay & Whitsundays’ big surprises\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_888177208":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/blog-imges/2023_WYS_BigMango_CourtneyAtkinson_154626.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/blog-imges/2023_WYS_BigMango_CourtneyAtkinson_154626.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2648baeeeaaf773cf78cb-big-mango","alt":"Kids in front of the Big Mango enjoying a mango fruit treat in Bowen","srcUriTemplate":"/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/queensland-big-things-road-trip/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_888177208.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1752838662980/2023-wys-bigmango-courtneyatkinson-154626.jpeg","uuid":"79a41b53-83c8-47d6-bea7-180cc643fc98","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Big Mango, Bowen, The Whitsundays",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1709500755":{"text":"\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Mango, Bowen\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne of the country’s most iconic fruits, and the star of many roadside snack breaks. Make a delicious pitstop along the Bruce Highway for the 10-metre tall \u003Ca title=\"Big Mango\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2648baeeeaaf773cf78cb-big-mango\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBig Mango\u003C/a\u003E. Bonus: mango sorbet next door at the visitors centre. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Cane Toad, Sarina\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis one’s less cute, more controversial. A tribute to Queensland’s most unwanted pest — and \u003Ca title=\"Big cane toad Sarina\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b26493aeeeaaf773cf7980-big-cane-toad\" target=\"_self\"\u003Estill a must-snap.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Dugong, Mackay Harbour\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ci\u003E(NEW)\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA gentle marine nod to local sea life. \u003Ca id=\"north\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EBlink and you’ll miss it, but don't.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_755043870":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003ENorthern giants around Townsville & beyond\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1381657737":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2022_TNQ_Tully_TheGoldenGumboot_PhilWarring_152903.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2022_TNQ_Tully_TheGoldenGumboot_PhilWarring_152903.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5e212b7341d42062583e8230-tully-golden-gumboot","alt":"Man waves to three friends standing at the top of The Golden Gumboot landmark in Tully","srcUriTemplate":"/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/queensland-big-things-road-trip/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1381657737.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1752846502719/2022-tnq-tully-thegoldengumboot-philwarring-152903.jpeg","uuid":"60040cfd-0a28-4037-a7ea-db67dff1f534","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Big Gumboot, Tully, Cairns & Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1013720086":{"text":"\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Gumboot, Tully\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBuilt to celebrate being the wettest town in Oz. This \u003Ca title=\"Tully Golden Gumboot\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5e212b7341d42062583e8230-tully-golden-gumboot\" target=\"_self\"\u003Egiant golden gumboot's\u003C/a\u003E got a staircase inside, so you can climb to the top for the perfect pic.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOur tip: This landmark is the meeting point for one of North Queensland's wildest adventures, \u003Ca title=\"Raging Thunder Adventures\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6046e80c5e11cab0478a68a5-raging-thunder-adventures\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewhite water rafting down the raging Tully River\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Brolga, south of Townsville\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStrike a dancer’s pose with this long-legged local.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Cassowary, Mission Beach\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EReal cassowaries are majestic, but as an endangered species they can also be a little tricky to spot in the wild. This one’s a sure bet to photograph - just head to Cassowary Shopping Village in \u003Ca title=\"Mission Beach\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d9bd5f1565045da005b-mission-beach\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWongaling Beach\u003C/a\u003E. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOur tip: \u003Ca title=\"how to spot cassowary in the wild\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/best-places-to-spot-cassowary-in-wild\" target=\"_self\"\u003EEtty Bay\u003C/a\u003E is one of your best chances to see a real cassowary. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Peanut, Tolga\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA peculiar roadside treat, immortalised in fibreglass form.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Croc Head & Big Barra, Daintree\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESnap a scary croc snarl (fake, thankfully), then head upriver for a selfie with a super-sized barramundi.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Mower, Gordonvale\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ci\u003E(NEW)\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBig. Green. Iconic.\u003Ca id=\"out\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E A tribute to suburban lawns everywhere, which you'll pass if driving between \u003Ca title=\"Babinda Boulders\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5d76f04f91e870ab6a29569c-babinda-boulders\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBabinda Boulders\u003C/a\u003E and Cairns. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_976568971":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EOutback Queensland: Go big or go home\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_81902192":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/web-images/2020_OUT_KrystheCrocodile_Normanton_JackHarlem_142612.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/web-images/2020_OUT_KrystheCrocodile_Normanton_JackHarlem_142612.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d9ed5f1565045da009b-normanton","alt":"Krys the Crocodile, Normanton","srcUriTemplate":"/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/queensland-big-things-road-trip/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_81902192.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1752841256905/2020-out-krysthecrocodile-normanton-jackharlem-142612.jpeg","uuid":"a9189b1f-eed7-46f1-af39-382e98b50036","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Krys the Crocodile, Normanton",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1326603305":{"text":"\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Barramundi & Big Croc, Normanton\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETwo heavyweights of the outback, towering over tiny \u003Ca title=\"Normanton\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d9ed5f1565045da009b-normanton\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENormanton\u003C/a\u003E. Tackle the iconic \u003Ca title=\"driving savannah way\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/driving-the-savannah-way\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESavannah Way road trip\u003C/a\u003E to capture this shot. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFlossie the Big Barra, Karumba\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe fishing town’s pride and joy — don’t miss her glittering scales at \u003Ca title=\"Les Wilson Barramundi Discovery Centre\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5c01ebbb8395193b7ee17708-les-wilson-barramundi-discovery-centre--hatchery-karumba\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELes Wilson Barramundi Discovery Centre\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Kronosaurus, Richmond\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJurassic vibes with serious teeth. The Big Kronosaurus roars outside \u003Ca title=\"Kronosaurus Korner Richmond\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d477b935fbe730db9a8-kronosaurus-korner\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAustralia's dedicated marine fossil museum\u003C/a\u003E - a highlight of the Dinosaur Trail. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAustralian Age of Dinosaurs, Winton\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWalk among prehistoric giants sitting atop an epic mesa. \u003Ca title=\"Australian Age of Dinosaurs Winton\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2612e7b935fbe730e0c50-australian-age-of-dinosaurs\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe museum is as huge as its ancient residents\u003C/a\u003E, home to the world's largest collection of Australian dinosaur fossils.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMust-do: Spend a few days in Winton to \u003Ca title=\"Where to see a dinosaur in Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/dinosaurs/where-to-see-dinosaurs-queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ejoin a dino dig\u003C/a\u003E or get an insider's peek into life in the fossil labs.  \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBig Sheep, Blackall\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPay your respects to wool legend Jack Howe with this oversized ovine. 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