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The latest travel news and updates from across Australia. Expect the inside scoop on brand-new experiences, upcoming hotel openings and events you should have on your radar.

Taronga After Dark Giraffes at Sunset
Sydney

Taronga After Dark is the zoo’s enchanting new night out

The new after-hours event brings music, magic and wildlife together for 10 unforgettable spring nights.

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Exterior of SOL Elements Bathhouse in Mt Tamborine
Gold Coast

Exclusive: The new SOL Elements bathhouse is a Japanese-inspired dream

The unique tranquillity of Japanese bathing culture can now be experienced in a Queensland rainforest.

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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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Serengetti resort pool render Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Dubbo

Australia’s largest African-style savannah experience coming in 2026

A new resort is set to transport guests to the Serengeti at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo.

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Is this 10-course beachfront trail the ultimate way to welcome spring?
Jervis Bay

Is this the ultimate way to welcome spring?

Your job? Eat, sip, stroll, repeat.

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This nature reserve near Sydney is open for just 6 weeks a year
Sydney

This nature reserve near Sydney is open for just 6 weeks a year

The season is just about to start.

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Mrs Browne Bakes’ raspberry goldfields cookie pie at Naomi & i
Ballarat

Ballarat‘s iconic pie competition has a winner & it’s a cookie dream

Roll up to Ballarat this August to taste one of the best pies in Australia.

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People by the pool at Afloat Melbourne
Melbourne

Melbourne’s floating bar will transport you to Rio this spring

It’s channelling the colour, chaos and charisma of Rio de Janeiro.

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This new Hawkesbury River walk is the ultimate Sydney day trip
Sydney

This new Hawkesbury River walk is the ultimate Sydney day trip

A new boardwalk that's opened in Brooklyn is just the latest reason to visit Sydney's northernmost reaches.

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Living area in the Manly Pacific Infinity Residence
Rachael ThompsonRRachael Thompson

This coastal hotel proves you don’t need to leave Sydney for a proper escape

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.

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Halcyon House exterior and pool view
Rachael ThompsonRRachael Thompson

The boutique coastal stay worth skipping Byron Bay for

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.

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The glamorous Showroom Bay at The Royce hotel
Rachael ThompsonRRachael Thompson

Is it worth staying at The Royce hotel in Melbourne?

This elegant hotel is bringing Art Deco glamour to the city.

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Tasmanian Walking Co. child-friendly mult-day hike on Bruny Island
Megan ArkinstallMMegan 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.

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The swimming pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne
Rachael ThompsonRRachael 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.

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Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain
Kassia ByrnesKKassia Byrnes

Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain – here’s the only time you’ll see it

It's rare to see Kings Canyon covered in rivers and waterfalls, but it's a priceless view.

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australian ice cream for summer
Emily MurphyEEmily Murphy

The battle of Australia’s 18 best summer ice creams

These cult-favourite ice creams prove Australian summers are built on nostalgia, loyalty and strong opinions. 

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A bathroom at COMO The Treasury
Rachael ThompsonRRachael Thompson

This hotel room just became my favourite in Australia

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 worth adding to your wishlist.

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Aerial view of yellow kayaks in blue sea at sunset in summer
Kassia ByrnesKKassia Byrnes

How to survive a group trip wage gap

Travelling with a group of people who all make vastly different amounts of money? This is how to stay friends afterwards.

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