KKate Bettes
Travel Journalist
How to spend an Aussie summer if you don’t like the beach
Wave goodbye to hot sand and overcrowded beach parking – instead, check out these alternatives for having fun this summer.
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The best caravan parks in Broken Hill to call home
Saddle up that RV. It’s time for a caravan trip out west towards Broken Hill.
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The best Broken Hill accommodation for every type of traveller
Planning a trip to Broken Hill? There's a stay to match all types of travellers that roll on into this town.
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11 restaurants and cafes in Broken Hill for a top feed
It might feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere, but the number of restaurants open in Broken Hill will have you stunned (and stuffed) at the options here.
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The 10 prettiest autumn towns you need to visit
From brilliant colours to out-of-this-world wildlife experiences, autumn hits differently in these Australian towns.
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The hikes and swimming holes near Bellingen you don’t want to miss
Does it even count as a romantic summer getaway to Bellingen without hiking your way to some swimming holes? Most definitely not, writes Kate Bettes.
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Luxe to less: Uluṟu accommodation for any budget
From extreme luxury glamping to cheap-as-chips dorm rooms, here are the best places to stay near the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, on any budget.
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6 best Darwin hostels and backpackers
Score a win for your wallet when you book in at one of Darwin’s top hostels and backpackers.
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A Jumping Crocodile Cruise is a must for wildlife lovers
Contrived spectacle or Attenborough adventure? Jennifer Pinkerton braves infested waters on a jumping crocodile cruise
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