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Sydney

The pop-up Sydney swimming spots set to reopen in time for summer

This weekend will be full of new swimming spots, from Penrith to Barangaroo.

Freycinet

Freycinet is getting a new luxury stay with its own cellar door experience

The new retreat pairs waterfront views, luxury accommodation and the latest Tasmanian pinot noir.

Australia

Friday’s Cold Moon is your last chance to see a supermoon in 2025

On 5 December, a spectacular 'Cold Moon' will close out this year’s supermoon trilogy with a bang.

Sydney

A historic Sydney swim site just reopened in time for summer

Forget the beachside crowds and make a splash along the river instead.

Views of the Haven from the deck at Terrigal Pavilion

Central Coast

NSW gets its own version of iconic Burleigh Pavilion. Does it deliver?

After a sensational year-long wait, Terrigal Pavilion has finally opened its doors. Does this new Central Coast bar live up to its hype?

NSW

This intimate Berry retreat was dubbed NSW’s best luxe accommodation

Last night's NSW Tourism Awards celebrated the trailblazers who are redefining the state's tourism landscape.

Airlie Beach

The Whitsundays is getting 40 kilometres of mountain bike trails

Get on your bike and head to Airlie Beach for a brand new mountain bike adventure.

Australia

Australia’s most iconic train journey is changing in 2027

The Ghan is extending its long-loved northbound journey with a spectacular new stop.

Melbourne

Time travel to ‘80s Tokyo at this new disco bar in Melbourne

Your new late-night obsession has arrived on Melbourne’s Bourke Street.

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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.