The Big Things making a mark.

THE Australian fascination with Big Things and quirky roadside stops has enlivened a whole new generation of intriguing attractions that have popped up in recent years.

From the outback to the ocean, from the daggy to delightful, we've compiled a list of some of the lesser known Big Things to put in your planner when travel restrictions are lifted and you can show some love to the regional communities.

1. Silo art, around Australia (2015-17) Patchewollock, Weethalle, Coonalpyn, Thallon ... they're the dots on the map you might have once blinked and missed but now they're becoming destinations in their own right thanks to art projects rejuvenating grain silos. Bringing a taste of street art to the country, the trend has been credited with bringing hope - and importantly, tourists - to rural communities around Australia. Victoria's 200km Wimmera-Mallee Silo Art Trail...