Gold Coast Hinterland · Beside the Coomera River · Open 7 days · Free entry
Fun Days
Together
A heritage riverside farm where you can meet the animals, ride a horse along the water and share a meal at our café.
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Things to do
Five Ways to Spend the Day
Pick one, or make a day of all five — beside the Coomera River.
Meet the Farm Animals
Pet an alpaca, hand-feed the cheeky goats and say hello to every animal that calls the farm home — free with entry, seven days a week.
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Ride a Horse or Pony
From a gentle first pony ride to a scenic ride along the river — a saddle for every level, with our own horses and guides.
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Picnic by the River
A hamper from the café and a rug by the water's edge — we set it all up, you simply settle in and enjoy the river.
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Rivermill Café
Breakfast, brunch or lunch with river views — local, seasonal and made fresh by our kitchen.
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Spot Wild Turtles
Creep quietly to the water's edge and see how many wild turtles you can find along the Coomera.
Free · along the river
This season
What's On
School holidays
Free Entry
Sat 18 Jul · 8:00 AM
Cowboys & Country
The free country-and-western festival returns — bull rides, live music and family farm fun.
Free Event
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from $65
Sat 18 Jul · 10:00 AM
Connected Caregivers
A supportive morning for caregivers, hosted by the Connected Caregiver Community.
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Free Entry
Sat 8 Aug · 8:00 AM
Cowboys & Country
The free country-and-western festival returns — bull rides, live music and family farm fun.
Free Event
Register →
Along the river
30+ Animals to Meet
Our farm residents — alpacas, goats, horses, pigs and more — plus the wild turtles, platypus and birdlife that live along this stretch of the Coomera. How many can you tick off?
See all the animals
Celebrate & gather
Celebrations & Private Events
Throw a birthday to remember, for kids and adults alike, or host your next private event with us. We'll help you shape the day around our riverside setting.
Birthday Parties
Indoor space in the barn and outdoor table areas where everyone can gather, plus animal encounters and catering by our café, birthday parties for kids and grown-ups alike.
Host a birthday
Private Events
From an intimate baby shower to a large celebration, our riverside property is the perfect space for your personal event, with our café and farm experiences as add-ons.
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Schools & Groups
Childcare & School Visits
School and childcare excursions and organised group visits to the farm. Hands-on animal encounters, open space to roam, and catering by our café, all in one riverside setting.
Tell us your group size and the dates you have in mind, and we'll tailor a day that works.
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Getting Here
An easy country drive through Mount Nathan, at the foot of Tamborine Mountain. Free parking on arrival.
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Quick Facts
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Common Questions
The things families ask us most before they visit.
Is entry free, and do I need to book?
Yes — entry and parking are free, and you can walk in any day to meet the animals, wander the riverside and visit the café. A few experiences are booked ahead: horse and pony rides, riverside picnics, birthday parties and group visits. You can see what's bookable here.
What are your opening hours?
We're open seven days a week, with hours that vary by season, and we close only over the Christmas–New Year break. Check today's hours on Google.
Can we bring our own food or picnic?
All food and drinks are served fresh from our riverside café, so we ask that you don't bring your own. If you'd love a picnic by the river, we set one up for you with a hamper from the café. Guests with a confirmed birthday or event booking are welcome to bring their own cake.
Is it good for young children?
Very. Hands-on animal encounters, gentle pony rides, open space to roam and a café by the water make it an easy day out for families with little ones, and baby-changing facilities are on site.
Can we host a birthday, or bring a school or group?
Yes. We host birthday parties for children and grown-ups on weekends, and we welcome school and childcare excursions and organised group visits. Tell us your numbers and the dates you have in mind, and we'll tailor the day.
How do we get there, and is there parking?
We're at 950 Beaudesert Nerang Rd, Mount Nathan — about 30 minutes from the Gold Coast and an hour from Brisbane. Parking is free on arrival, and we're coach and school-group friendly.
About us
A Place for Fun & Connection
Historic Rivermill is a heritage farm by the river — really, a place for families, couples and friends to spend time together. There's laughter and play in the simple things: along the riverside, with the alpacas and the goats, or over a meal at our café. That's what makes Rivermill special.
The Rivermill family
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