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Canberra

Canberra’s cool new wine experience doesn’t need a designated driver

Hop on and hop off at some of Canberra's best wineries.

VIC

Victoria’s top town has just been crowned – and it’s a coastal gem

These tiny towns are packed with personality – and now they've got the title to prove it.

Sydney

NSW‘s largest cherry blossom festival is the largest in the southern hemisphere

Japan may be famous for its cherry blossom-lined streets. But Sydney is home to the largest cherry blossom festival in the southern hemisphere, and it's about to come into full bloom.

Townsville

This unexpected Aussie city is hiding a world-class arts scene

From galleries to the Great Barrier Reef – Townsville is turning heads.

Václav Fiala, 'Universum', Sculpture Forest Snowy Valleys

Snowy Mountains

This NSW sculpture trail is at its most magical in the snow

You're probably familiar with Sculpture by the Sea, but this snow-dusted sculpture trail by the same team is well worth a look.

An artist's impression of what could become Australia's biggest coffee roastery, Yahava KoffeeWorks in the Swan Valley, set to open in 2028

Perth

A coffee dreamland is brewing and it’s like Willy Wonka for grown-ups

WA is brewing up its largest walk-in coffee roastery.

Sydney

Sydney’s floating winter lounge is serving firepits and Biscoff fondue

Because winter tastes better by the water.

Night sky with stars and milky way during the Delta Aquariids meteor shower

Australia

A dazzling meteor shower is about to light up Australian skies

You may not be familiar with comet 96P/Machholz. But you'll want to be familiar with the epic meteor shower it's set to cause this month.

View of the water from inside Chez Basho Boatshed Cafe in Iluka

NSW North Coast

This Aussie fishing village is home to a remarkable Japanese eatery

In a little-known coastal township, where paper-wrapped fish and chips has served as the cuisine of choice for half a century, the winds of change are gently blowing.

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Living area in the Manly Pacific Infinity Residence

RRachael 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.