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.
View Of Fremantle At Riverbank
Australia

This historic port town was just crowned Australia’s best

The secret’s out: this character-packed harbour town has just been named Australia’s number one.

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A table of people dining at Tali Wiṟu in Uluṟu
Uluru

It’s official! The Northern Territory’s best restaurant is in Uluṟu.

Australia’s most iconic rock now rocks the food scene.

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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 render
Sydney

Sydney is getting a brand-new harbour swim spot

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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