Experiences

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View of the new Alpine Sun sculpture at Falls Creek

Falls Creek’s $750K-plus glam up for ski season opener

Victoria’s largest ski resort just got a bougie glam-up with the unveiling of a 10-metre-high sculpture to mark the opening weekend of the ski season.

Lightning Ridge

The best restaurants and cafes in Lightning Ridge

Okay, Lightning Ridge isn’t known for its foodie scene. But if you know where to look, there are dining gems (see what we did there?) to be found.

Outback Queensland

This new outback road trip reveals a secret side of Queensland

Your go-to guide to Australia’s Big Sky Drive.

Sydney

First flights from Western Sydney’s new airport go on sale

Western Sydney International Airport will open on 25 October 2026, with Jetstar the first airline off the blocks – and tickets are on sale today.

McLaren Vale

This $25 McLaren Vale wine just took out the title of world’s best shiraz

The world’s best shiraz for 2026 isn’t a rare collector’s bottle or triple-digit splurge. It's a bang-for-your-buck sipper from SA punching well above its price tag.

Still got your COVID Virgin travel credit? It’s about to expire

Australia

Still holding onto your COVID Virgin travel credit? It’s about to expire

Here's how to check, redeem and make the most of your Virgin travel credits before they’re gone for good.

the ECO-certified Daintree River Cruise Centre

Daintree Rainforest

8 epic Daintree River cruises to help you spot a croc

Want to see a salty in the wild? Maximise your odds with one of the best Daintree River cruises.

Sunshine Coast

Australia’s most famous pineapple is getting a glow-up – and it comes with a microbrewery

The Sunshine Coast's Big Pineapple just scored $5 million from the Queensland Government. Here's what's coming.

Sydney

A local’s guide to the new Sydney Fish Market

Bigger, bolder and more beautiful than ever, the new Sydney Fish Market is destined to become one of the city’s most iconic waterfront destinations. The seafood is pretty good, too.