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“The Queensland Government this morning launched a new guide for backpackers, which gave the famous Milton brewery pride of place among Brisbane’s attractions.

Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said the 64-page Backpacking Queensland guide would be a welcome tool for backpackers exploring Queensland.

“The guide is the first of its kind to be produced, and we hope it will become an essential that every backpacker travelling in Queensland will have in their back pocket,” Mr Lawlor said.

“It includes a range of interesting content for backpackers looking for Queensland experiences such as sight-seeing tours and entertainment and leisure activities.”

Mr Lawlor said 60,000 copies had been printed, to be distributed in hostels, airports and transit centres throughout the state.

The guide, which could also be downloaded from www.backpackingqueensland.com.au, has a top 10 of ‘must do’ attractions in Brisbane”

The top 10 attractions

10.Meet the local Aboriginal tribe

9.Party in the Valley or West End

8.Go for a rainforest walk or day trip

7.Go camping overnight

6.Feed the dolphins at Tangalooma

5.Kayak along the Brisbane River

4.Visit Moreton Bay Island

3.Do the Story Bridge Adventure Climb

2.Visit South Stradbroke Island

1.Do the XXXX Brewery Tour

 http://www.smh.com.au/travel/travel-news/brisbane-says-xxxx-to-backpackers-20100528-wjdm.html