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Rachael Thompson

Evergreen Editor

Rachael Thompson is Australian Traveller's Evergreen Editor and Hotel Addict. She's responsible for the foundational content on AustralianTraveller.com, helping to manage and grow the brand’s destination guides. With a background in design and travel media, Rachael is dedicated to curating content that is as much informational as it is beautiful. She began her career at Belle magazine, before taking up editorial roles at Homes to Love and Bed Threads. 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 is Lord Howe Island.
A hotel bathroom with a freestanding bath overlooking Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney

I’ve stayed in 21 hotels in Sydney and this is my favourite

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

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A historic red train crossing a bridge over water on a clear day
Byron Bay

Just in: Drive the world’s first solar-powered train through scenic Byron Bay

Enjoy carbon-positive, historic travel and scenic views aboard the world’s first solar-powered train.

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A full moon during sunset
Sydney

Sydney Observatory to light up for first-ever Moon Festival

Lanterns, lions and lunar magic await.

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A white barn studio accommodation with barns doors open
Byron Bay

Byron Bay’s The Bower just got a luxe upgrade in time for summer

We checked into the newly refurbished The Bower which features new rooms, a day spa and a bar.

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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 magical 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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