AuthorsEmily MurphyE

Emily Murphy

Email & Social Editor

Emily Murphy is Australian Traveller's Email & Social Editor, and in her time at the company she has been instrumental in shaping its social media and email presence, and crafting compelling narratives that inspire others to explore Australia's vast landscapes. Her previous role was a journalist at Prime Creative Media and before that she was freelancing in publishing, content creation and digital marketing. When she's not creating scroll-stopping travel content, Em is a devoted 'bun mum' and enjoys spending her spare time by the sea, reading, binge-watching a good TV show and exploring Sydney's vibrant dining scene. Next on her Aussie travel wish list? Tasmania and The Kimberley.
how to pack carry-on like a pro
Australia

How to pack carry-on like a pro

Here’s how I finally mastered the art of travelling light. 

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Adina Town Hall one bedroom living room
Sydney

The Sydney CBD stay that feels more like your dream apartment

A night in the city that feels less like a hotel stay and more like slipping into your own Sydney sanctuary. 

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Pool at The Brighton Hotel Sydney – MGallery Collection
Sydney

The Brighton Hotel brings resort-style luxury to Sydney’s south

Sydney’s south finally has its own slice of luxury. 

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Wellness Afloat The Ark floating sauna in Sydney Harbour
Sydney

Sydney just scored a floating sauna with insane harbour views

This is set to be summer’s most talked-about wellness experience.

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Tyndall Range, West Coast Range in Tasmania
West Coast

Tasmania’s Next Iconic Walk is taking shape on the wild West Coast

The Tyndall Ranges are set to host a new three-day, two-night hut-to-hut trail – and it could become Tasmania’s next big walking experience.

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Group of friends in mineral pool at Soak Bathhouse Bondi Junction
Sydney

This luxe new bathhouse will be your summer obsession

The cult-favourite bathhouse is bringing its award-winning soak sessions to another Sydney location, just in time for summer.

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Surfers catching morning waves at Belongil Beach, Byron Bay
Byron Bay

Byron Bay’s new multi-venue dining precinct is unlike anything else in town

Shannon Bennett returns to the restaurant scene with a bold new multi-venue dining precinct in Byron Bay, blending barefoot ease with world-class innovation.

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Full beaver moon through the tree leaves
Australia

Australia’s biggest and brightest moon of 2025 rises this week

Get ready to look up, the Beaver Moon will light up Australian skies this week.

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surfing on the Gold Coast
QLD

Queensland reigns supreme in Australian Traveller 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards

Australia’s most-loved holiday state.

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