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Feeling stuck in the streets of Melbourne? Adventurers, Gippsland is calling you. A short drive west of the city, this is a region which doesn’t believe in giving explorers just one kind of adventure. In a few short hours you could be swapping city streets for misty peaks, wild coastlines,

Are fuel prices changing your travel plans? What if you didn’t need a car at all for your upcoming island escape? K’gari might be known for 4WD adventures, but there’s more than one way to experience it and it might surprise you. Think guided tours, beachfront stays, resort time, much

Adventure doesn’t always start with a full tank, sometimes it begins with a timetable and a willingness to slow down. With fuel prices climbing, it’s the perfect time to leave the car behind and see the state in more depth. Hop on a bus, catch a train, or head out

Take a day away from Mandurah’s canals and marina and explore the region beyond. From windswept beaches and dense forests to historic towns and wildlife hotspots, there’s a surprising mix of landscapes to discover in this gorgeous part of Western Australia. Each trip offers something different. Ready to fill a

Canberra makes the most of winter, from snow at Corin Forest to winter hikes and time spent in its museums and galleries. Cold air, warm spaces, quiet moments and lively events all sit side by side. The upcoming season is one to slow down, settle in, and see the city

A week in Adelaide gives you plenty of time to explore far beyond the city, and it’s safe to say, there’s a whole lot to see. In this article, we share a well-planned route which includes the sparkling coastline, wine time in the Barossa Valley and Clare Valley, and a

Perth’s cultural scene covers a lot of ground; from large-scale museum exhibitions and major galleries to smaller, artist-run spaces and theatres. These are the places that give a broader sense of the city, through art, history and the people shaping it today. Credit: Tourism Western Australia

Within an hour of Melbourne, you can be in the Dandenong Ranges, the Yarra Valley or right down on the coast, and within a few extra kilometres, you’re walking along clifftops or through dense forest. These convenient day trips from Melbourne make the most of what sits just beyond the

Kangaroo Island offers some of Australia’s most memorable wildlife encounters if you know where to go. Sea lions laze on quiet beaches, little penguins return to shore after dark, and rare birds like the Glossy Black Cockatoo still thrive here in numbers. In this article, we point you in the

No car? No problem. Cradle Mountain might feel remote, but getting there without driving is easier than you’d expect. From a bus out of Launceston to a shuttle system that links you to all the main sites, this is one of the simplest ways to experience Tasmania’s wilderness, without ever

Spend a little time in Mudgee and it quickly becomes clear that wine is only a part of the story. Small producers are scattered across the region, turning out cheese, honey, olive oil, chocolate and spirits in ways that feel charming, local and close to the source. Let’s take a

Kangaroo Island has built its reputation on what’s produced right here, often on a small scale and sold directly from the source. Across the island, you’ll find honey, oysters, lavender and artisan products coming from farms and producers who keep things close to where they’re made. These stops offer a