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Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley to receive first new-build luxury resort in more than two decades

The wine region’s first new-build luxury resort in more than 20 years, Laval Hunter Valley, will open its doors in the second half of 2027.

Mornington Peninsula

This abandoned coastal fort in Vic finally unlocked its underground tunnels

Visitors can now explore historic underground tunnels on the Mornington Peninsula.

kangaroos in a misty field near mudgee, winter EV road trips

NSW

The best winter road trips from Sydney on a single EV charge

Don't let a drop in temperature or petrol prices stop your epic road trip.

East Coast

This cosy beachfront stay in Australia’s top town is surprisingly perfect for winter

We're convinced this beachside stay in Australia's Top Town is actually perfect for winter.

The Michelin Guide is finally coming to Australia – but only in 1 state

The Michelin Guide is sinking its fork into South Australia's culinary scene. We speak with the people behind the launch to find out why.

Red Centre

The Aussie landmark crowned the world’s most ‘worth it’ destination

The road there may be rugged, but this ancient outback wonder is officially worth the effort.

Kimberley

This ‘floatel’ is offering a new way to sleep on water in the Kimberley

An off-grid ‘floatel’ is moored beside some of Kununurra’s most majestic - and accessible - rock formations.

Kimberley

A once-in-a-century eclipse is taking place in 2028 – and the Kimberley is the world’s best place to see it

Western Australia’s East Kimberley has boosted funding in preparation for a once-in-a-century total solar eclipse taking place in July 2028.

Melbourne

The world’s first rotating Snowtunnel is coming to Australia

An all-new Aussie invention is bringing year-round snow Down Under.

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Opinion

The white-painted exterior of Elysium Noosa Resort.

RRachael Thompson

Is Noosa’s most talked-about new resort actually worth it?

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

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 and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

RRachael 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 and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

The glamorous Showroom Bay at The Royce hotel

RRachael Thompson

Is it worth staying at The Royce hotel in Melbourne?

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

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 and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain

KKassia 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.

EEmily 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.

RRachael 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 and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

Hunter Valley to receive first new-build luxury resort in more than two decades

This abandoned coastal fort in Vic finally unlocked its underground tunnels

The best winter road trips from Sydney on a single EV charge

This cosy beachfront stay in Australia’s top town is surprisingly perfect for winter

The Michelin Guide is finally coming to Australia – but only in 1 state

The Aussie landmark crowned the world’s most ‘worth it’ destination

This ‘floatel’ is offering a new way to sleep on water in the Kimberley

A once-in-a-century eclipse is taking place in 2028 – and the Kimberley is the world’s best place to see it

The world’s first rotating Snowtunnel is coming to Australia

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Opinion

Is Noosa’s most talked-about new resort actually worth it?

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

The boutique coastal stay worth skipping Byron Bay for

Is it worth staying at The Royce hotel in Melbourne?

The Tassie multi-day hike that you can do with your child

This Melbourne hotel has set the bar sky high

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

The battle of Australia’s 18 best summer ice creams

This hotel room just became my favourite in Australia