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Coral Coast and Ningaloo

50% off Ningaloo whale shark swims and tours to revive tourism after cyclone

Consider this your sign to lock in that dream Coral Coast trip – there's never been a better time.

Coral Coast and Ningaloo

New $4.6m Shark Bay boardwalk to bring visitors closer to the planet’s oldest living lifeforms

Visitors to Western Australia’s Shark Bay World Heritage Area will soon be able to see its hyper-rare stromatolites up close.

Aerial view of Norwegian Spirit in Sydney Harbour

Cruising close to home: the best itineraries departing Sydney

Set sail aboard NCL's Norwegian Spirit, designed for the adult cruiser. Here are the Sydney departures, deals and reviews you need to read.

The historic white facade and garden of Littlebourne

Bathurst

Inside the 195-year-old home that has become Bathurst’s most exciting stay

Littlebourne Guest House is reason enough to make a beeline for this underrated country city.

Australia

What’s on around Australia in May 2026

Make May your best month yet with these epic events around the country.

Broken Hill

Unique things to do in Broken Hill

At first glance, this outback town might seem as bare as the desert that surrounds it. But it doesn’t take much digging to find the rich underside of this spirited community.

Broken Hill

The best Broken Hill accommodation for every type of traveller

Planning a trip to Broken Hill? There’s a stay to match all types of travellers that roll on into this town.

Broken Hill

Sink a cold one at the top Broken Hill pubs

Sinking a cold one on a hot afternoon hits differently in the outback – particularly at these Broken Hill pubs.

Broken Hill

The best caravan parks in Broken Hill to call home

Saddle up that RV. It’s time for a caravan trip out west towards Broken Hill.

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A woman walking past a food mural, something you can spot during A Taste of Italy Griffith.

This surprising regional town is making its mark on the culinary world

A stroll through Austin’s Wines, lined with bottles and warm dining spaces.

Makers, good food and the great outdoors: your guide to a long weekend in the Moorabool Valley

A scenic boat trip during a Noosa getaway.

9 experiences in and around Noosa you haven’t tried yet

Tropical islands, good food & world-class shows: Your eventful guide to a holiday in Townsville

Exploring an icon: inside the massive upgrade to Broome’s famous Cable Beach

This stretch of Sydney beaches topped the annual Best Australian Beaches list

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Expect humpbacks and striking landscapes on this WA expedition cruise

the desert scrub in the Red Centre from above

I visited the Red Centre in low season – here’s why you should too

Meet the female changemakers transforming The Tweed’s culinary scene

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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.