The Gold Coast has a botanical garden in Benowa, about a 20 minute drive from my son and daughter-in-law’s house. The gardens have maybe 5 kms of walking trails, both paved and gravel. The trees are mature and well cared for.
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Even though it is the start of fall here, there are still flowers blooming.
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We stroll and admire the plants and look for wild life, spotting a small turtle sunning himself on a log in the pond and a swan chilling in the shade.
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It is a peaceful walk and the four of us enjoy this Gold Coast gem.