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Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast’s first international hotel in nearly 40 years opens soon in Mooloolaba

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel is pumping fresh momentum into the Sunshine Coast’s hospitality scene.

Hobart

A new after-dark sound experience is coming to Hobart – for one night only

The immersive concert will debut in August, part of a milestone program that marks a decade of Beaker Street Festival.

Norfolk Island

Fly to Norfolk Island for under 30,000 frequent flyer points – here’s how

The boutique island is closer and better value than most Australians realise.

Warrnambool

The best Warrnambool cafes to try on your next visit

From sleek coffee bars to laidback kiosks, cafe culture is alive and well in Warrnambool.

the Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village lighthouse

Warrnambool

This underrated coastal city has hot springs, shipwrecks and vintage shopping

While Warrnambool may be considered the last stop on the Great Ocean Road, the adventure is just beginning.

Daylesford & Macedon Ranges

Top Daylesford restaurants for every foodie’s bucket list

From lavish lunches to a true farm-to-table experience, these top restaurants highlight Daylesford’s burgeoning dining scene.

Milk and Honey bedroom interior, Daylesford

Daylesford & Macedon Ranges

The best Daylesford accommodation for a perfect weekend getaway

Plan your next getaway around one of these peaceful stays.

Daylesford & Macedon Ranges

A guide to the best Daylesford cafes for brunch and coffee

From hearty breakfasts to indulgent sweet treats, here are the best cafe spots to fuel your Daylesford adventure.

Daylesford & Macedon Ranges

An indulgent hit list of mineral springs and spas in Daylesford

Soak in hot spring water, sample the natural mineral water, or simply enjoy a blissful massage – you’re in spa country now.

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Your guide to what’s new and exciting this summer on the Central Coast

8 experiences that prove The Bellarine is the ultimate multi-gen getaway

The tastiest new players on Newcastle’s dining scene you need to try

These new small group tours allow intimate access to Australia’s best experiences

The ultimate Margaret River road trip itinerary for food & wine lovers

two people drinking cocktails at sunset bar, kingfisher bay resort

What it’s really like to stay on the world’s largest sand island

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Expect humpbacks and striking landscapes on this WA expedition cruise

the desert scrub in the Red Centre from above

I visited the Red Centre in low season – here’s why you should too

Meet the female changemakers transforming The Tweed’s culinary scene

“Travel rooted in passion or purpose tends to be more restorative, because it engages you in something intrinsically fulfilling rather than just escapism.”

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“Great hotels don’t just provide a place to stay; they create memorable moments, thanks in large part to fantastic staff.”

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Opinion

Tasmanian Walking Co. child-friendly mult-day hike on Bruny Island

MMegan Arkinstall

The Tassie multi-day hike that you can do with your child

Is a multi-day hike a good way to bond with your child? Megan Arkinstall laces up her nine-year-old son’s shoes and tests it out.

The swimming pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

RRachael Thompson

This Melbourne hotel has set the bar sky high

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels, exploring not just the rooms, but the stories, service and settings that make each stay unforgettable and worthy of your wishlist.