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Rachael Thompson

Evergreen Editor

Rachael Thompson is Australian Traveller's Evergreen Editor and a self-proclaimed cheese and Chablis connoisseur. In her role, she creates and manages online content that remains relevant and valuable over time. With a background in publishing and e-commerce in both interior design and travel, Rachael is dedicated to curating engaging content that informs and inspires. She began her career at Belle magazine, then went on to become Senior Content Producer at Homes to Love focusing on Australian House & Garden and Belle, followed by Editor at Bed Threads. Her work has also appeared in Qantas Travel Insider. When she's not writing, editing, or optimising content, Rachael enjoys exploring the city's newest restaurants, bars, and hotels. Next on her Aussie travel wish list are Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park and Lord Howe Island.
The Milky Way
Coral Coast and Ningaloo

This new Ningaloo stargazing tour will leave you starstruck

The pristine region offers exceptional visibility of the cosmos.

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ANASTASIA the musical performers on stage
Australia

If you loved ‘Anastasia’ as a kid, you’ll want to read this news

Relive the spellbinding adventures of Anya, Dmitry and Bartok in the unforgettable Broadway musical sensation coming to Australia.

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A full-scale replica of a 90s video store.
Australia

Press play on the past at this full-scale 90s video store replica

Rewind to the good times and find pure nostalgia at this video store installation.

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Gunlom Falls Kakadu National Park
Kakadu

Gunlom Falls: popular Kakadu site reopens after 6-year closure

One of Kakadu’s most renowned landmarks has reopened after being closed for nearly six years due to a legal battle.

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The Aurora Australis in Tasmania.
Hobart

Savour seafood and the Southern Lights on this Tassie night cruise

Experience Tasmania from a new perspective on this unique night cruise.

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A sunset view in Port Douglas.
Australia

This tiny town just beat every capital city for the best skyline

The most popular skylines in Australia have just been revealed with some surprising results.

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Heart Reef Great Barrier Reef tour
Great Barrier Reef

This Great Barrier Reef tour is the best thing I’ve done in Australia

Evegreen Editor Rachael Thompson travelled to the world's largest coral reef system for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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pet friendly towns
Australia

Revealed: Australia’s most welcoming towns for you and your pet

These are the destinations that welcome you and your pet pal with open arms.

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Two people walking on the rocky shoreline near the ocean. Light to Light walk
NSW South Coast

This newly upgraded coastal walk in NSW is perfect for whale spotting

The Light to Light walk on the NSW Far South Coast has reopened with new campgrounds and track sections.

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