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New South Wales

<p>This <strong>regional NSW</strong> <em>latte art comp</em> gives coffee lovers a new travel destination</p>

This regional NSW latte art comp gives coffee lovers a new travel destination

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<p><i>NSW lags behind</i> the national long weekend tally; we need to even it up</p>

NSW lags behind the national long weekend tally; we need to even it up

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<p><i>A country road trip</i> with vineyards, historic pubs and great food in <strong>NSW</strong></p>

A country road trip with vineyards, historic pubs and great food in NSW

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<p><em>Soft Forest: A</em> <em>free</em>, <em>immersive</em> <em>show</em> is on in this historic <strong>Sydney</strong> garden</p>

Soft Forest: A free, immersive show is on in this historic Sydney garden

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<p>Puppy cuddles to pickleball: festival lands in <i>cool</i> <strong>Sydney</strong> precinct</p>

Puppy cuddles to pickleball: festival lands in cool Sydney precinct

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<p><i>Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel exhibition</i> is coming to <strong>Sydney</strong>!</p>

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel exhibition is coming to Sydney!

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<p><strong>Byron Bay</strong>’s The Bower just got a <i>luxe upgrade</i> in time for summer</p>

Byron Bay’s The Bower just got a luxe upgrade in time for summer

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<p><i>Be transported</i> to an <strong>Italian</strong> summer at this new <strong>Sydney</strong> restaurant</p>

Be transported to an Italian summer at this new Sydney restaurant

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Discover the best things to do in New South Wales with our travel guide. Beautiful beaches, charming country towns and some of the best wine regions.

Soft Forest: A free, immersive show is on in Sydney’s historic garden
Sydney

Soft Forest: A free, immersive show is on in this historic Sydney garden

An immersive puppet show in Sydney's Paddington Reservoir Gardens is tackling environmental issues with a playful performance. Best of all, this spellbinding all-ages production is free to see. 

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New England

This regional NSW latte art comp gives coffee lovers a new travel destination

Coffee lovers have another reason to visit the New England region, thanks to this new latte art competition.

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Sydney

Be transported to an Italian summer at this new Sydney restaurant

Wood-fired pizzas and tableside lasagne: it's time to discover Soluna in North Sydney.

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View of the outdoor bath at Elouera, a luxury tiny house at Sierra Escape in Mudgee
New South Wales

NSW lags behind the national long weekend tally; we need to even it up

It's time to level the playing field for the long weekend.

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Bathurst

A country road trip with vineyards, historic pubs and great food in NSW

Take the backroads on a road trip from Sydney to Bathurst and discover a slew of delights to savour.

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Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel exhibition is coming to Sydney!
Sydney

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel exhibition is coming to Sydney!

The Italian Renaissance has just arrived on our doorstep.

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Sydney

Puppy cuddles to pickleball: festival lands in cool Sydney precinct

From hula hoops to getting a colour analysis, here’s why you’ll want to head to Sydney this September.

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Sydney

Sydney Observatory to light up for first-ever Moon Festival

Lanterns, lions and lunar magic await.

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Byron Bay

Byron Bay’s The Bower just got a luxe upgrade in time for summer

We checked into the newly refurbished The Bower which features new rooms, a day spa and a bar.

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Ikaria Bondi blends warm Greek island vibes, sweeping ocean views and share-style plates that locals can’t get enough of.
SkyCube at Above 319 is your new private rooftop escape – wrapped in fairy lights and celebrating winter flavours in style.
Think you know the Shoalhaven? Think again. This stunning stretch of the NSW South Coast is full of hidden gems – if you know where to look.
The Malaya has relaunched in a sleek glass‑fronted space at Grosvenor Place, but the soul of this beloved institution lives on in every sip and bite.
From oceanfront suites and sunset cocktails to slow mornings and standout dining, Novotel Wollongong Northbeach delivers all the luxe coastal vibes.
Tequila Mockingbird is now tqm. – same gorgeous terrace, brand‑new Latin heartbeat.
From glowing undersea realms to bubble‑bath ball pits and even a VR wonderland, every corner in Bubble Planet is pure magic.
InterContinental Sydney’s Aster Rooftop Bar is serving sky-high views, limited-edition cocktails and a multi-sensory experience that’ll light up all your senses for Vivid Sydney.
Budgalong Spicers Creek blends safari-style luxury with rustic charm on a working sheep station near Mudgee – and yes, the views are just as dreamy as the tents.
Soak Bathhouse Alexandria is Sydney’s newest bathhouse. Here's your first look at the gorgeous new space.

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Things to Know

New South Wales is a great holiday destination for all types of travellers with a temperate climate that makes it a year-round destination. It’s home to Australia’s largest city, Sydney, but its charm extends far beyond the city limits with quaint country towns, beautiful beaches, world-renowned wine regions, powdery-soft snowfields and the magnificent outback.


Getting Around

From Byron Bay’s coastal beauty to the rugged charm of the Snowy Mountains, exploring the corners of NSW is best done on a road trip. For those staying in Sydney, an Opal card will get you around the city and its surrounds, including the Blue Mountains, Hunter, Illawarra and Central Coast a ferry ride on Sydney Harbour is both a practical and unforgettable way to experience the city’s iconic landmarks and shimmering waterways.


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There are plenty of things to do in New South Wales starting with a bridge climb on the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. Escape the city with a sojourn to the Hunter Valley for wine tasting at some of the best cellar doors in the region. For a change of place, explore New South Wales’ natural beauty with a visit to the Three Sisters in the picturesque Blue Mountains.

Hiking and bushwalking in NSW is a popular activity in picturesque locations such as the Blue Mountains, Bouddi National Park on the Central Coast and Kosciuszko National Park in the Snowy Mountains.

The best beaches in New South Wales can be found dotted up and down the coast from Tweed Heads in the north to Merimbula in the south, with Hyams Beach considered one of Australia’s 10 Best Beaches.

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