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Diggers Rest

If you're needing some respite, fresh air to breathe and time to clear your head, you can find it at Diggers Rest. 

Details

Price:
Free – proudly funded by RSL Queensland

Eligibility:
Current or ex-serving Defence members and their families

Details

Price:
Free – proudly funded by RSL Queensland

Eligibility:
Current or ex-serving Defence members and their families

Clear air, clear view, clear head

Set on 22 idyllic acres in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, Diggers Rest is a veteran-run retreat just for Defence members, veterans and their families.  

With a welcoming atmosphere, comfortable cabins and plenty of space to camp under the stars, it’s the perfect spot to relax, reset and reconnect.  

Kick back and chat with others around the campfire, lend a hand in the garden or simply soak up the scenic surrounds while you’re there.  

I recently stayed in a wonderful cabin that has amazing views, walking tracks, a pool and farm animals. I hadn't had a holiday in three years and felt burnt out. Diggers Rest provided me with so much inspiration, connection, reflection, and plenty of well-deserved rest. I feel like a new man.

- Hayden,

Afghanistan veteran

Accommodation features/activities: 

  • Eco-friendly, 100% off-grid bush retreat  

  • Two fully self-contained cabins (linen, towels and basic pantry supplies included)  

  • Unpowered campsite suitable for swags, tents, vans and trailers  

  • Outdoor/bush hot water shower and toilet  

  • Swimming pool  

  • Children’s play area and cubby house  

  • Farm animals  

  • Walking trails  

  • Working-bee programs 

Nearby attractions: 

  • Glasshouse Mountains (12 min)  

  • Australia Zoo (13 min)  

  • Ewen Maddock Dam (20 min)  

  • Gardner Falls (25 min)  

  • Montville and Maleny (30 min)  

  • Caloundra and beaches (35-40 min)  

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