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.
top view of woman playing pickleball, holding paddle to return ball in pickleball court
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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Brokenwood Wines chief winemaker, StuartHordern
Australia

Exclusive: Australia’s top winery has just been revealed

The 2026 Halliday Wine Companion Awards have crowned Australia’s best in wine, from breakthrough newcomers to a Hunter Valley icon taking the top honour.

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XtraClubs Green Square Ice Bath in Sydney
Sydney

Inside Sydney’s first self-service luxury wellness club

A new era of affordable-luxury wellness has arrived.

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Callan Park Tidal Baths
Sydney

Sydney set for new swim spot, and it’s like our own Swiss lake

Inner West swimmers, rejoice. Netted tidal baths are on the way, bringing calm, lake-style swims with serious Swiss vibes.

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Taronga After Dark Giraffes at Sunset
Sydney

Taronga After Dark is the zoo’s enchanting new night out

The new after-hours event brings music, magic and wildlife together for 10 unforgettable spring nights.

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People by the pool at Afloat Melbourne
Melbourne

Melbourne’s floating bar will transport you to Rio this spring

It’s channelling the colour, chaos and charisma of Rio de Janeiro.

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Mountain View log cabin at DULC
Grampians

The luxe log cabins hiding in Victoria

Architect-designed cabins tucked into the wild beauty of Victoria’s Grampians promise seclusion, serenity and pure luxe escapism.

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A retro Indian tiffin lunch box filled with vegetarian food. And chapati.
Australia

Indian tiffin culture lands in Australia – here’s where to get yours

These Aussie tiffin services are serving up authentic, home-cooked Indian meals – and they’re perfect for curious travellers hungry for culture.

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Two children tobogganing at Corin Forest
Canberra

This snowy day trip is magical for kids and just 45 mins from Canberra

Forget the alpine resort haul.

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