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Central West

This hidden adults-only retreat in NSW offers unforgettable stargazing

Unwind in a secluded cabin in the middle of nature.

Kangaroo Island

The SA island named one of Australia’s top under-the-radar spots

Remote, rugged and on the rise – this is one of the country’s top hidden gems, as voted by you.

A person charging their phone from a power bank that's sitting on a suitcase

Australia

Qantas and Virgin Australia to ban the use of power banks on flights

The news comes after lithium-ion batteries have caused a series of onboard fires.

Woodford Folk Festival in Moreton Bay, Qld

Australia

What’s on around Australia in December 2025

Farewell 2025 at these epic December events around Australia.

A man and woman standing on a floating sauna.

Melbourne

Melbourne’s floating sauna combines relaxation and city views

City views, a sparkling harbour and the serenity of a floating sauna? Sign us up.

Melbourne

A new bathhouse is transforming the historic heart of South Melbourne

A new sanctuary is set to open in the heart of South Melbourne in April 2026.

NSW North Coast

This new riverside cottage comes with an outdoor bath and sauna

It may be small, but it’s just the beginning of something big.

Melbourne

Melbourne’s new rooftop bar will transport you to LA this summer

The StandardX, Melbourne has opened its rooftop to the public, bringing the buzz with cocktails on tap, DJ sets and skyline views.

The new trail reinventing WA as a mountain biking hotspot

Dwellingup’s new mountain bike network has cemented its spot among the top outdoor destinations in Australia.

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Australia’s top 10 towns for 2025 revealed

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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.