On the outskirts of Adelaide, Alexis Buxton-Collins discovers a pair of modern Australian icons – and comes home with a souvenir that will last a lifetime.

Plan the perfect wine weekend at these standout cellar doors where you can level up your tasting with lavish lunch spreads, expert-led tours and luxe hideaways.

With a thriving colony of friendly yellow-footed rock wallabies, jaw-dropping lookout points and some of the clearest night skies on earth, this unique property stands alone even in the wild and ancient landscape of the Flinders Ranges.

With four tiers of accommodation to suit every budget, enough activities to keep you busy for weeks and an unbeatable location, this legendary outback property has something for everyone.

Although the seductively laid-back islands scattered in the sparkling waters between Cape York and Papua New Guinea lie well off the tourist trail, they’ve attracted intrepid travellers for centuries. Now, an unforgettable day tour makes it easy to interact with the unique island cultures of the Torres Strait.

Travel on a train that does triple duty as a classroom, a fine-dining restaurant and a window into Australia’s soul on an epic journey between the east and west coasts.