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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.

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.

Wave Rock in Western Australia

Outback Western Australia

The outback wave you have to see to believe

This ancient rock formation looks like a giant ocean wave frozen in time, and it’s every bit as awe-inspiring as it sounds.

Views of North Smoky Beach from Smoky Cape Lighthouse in Hat Head National Park, Arakoon

NSW North Coast

This underrated NSW hike takes you through 2 coastal national parks

This little-known coastal track is hiding in plain sight.

Spencers Creek Suspension Bridge on the Snowies Alpine Walk

Snowy Mountains

Why you need to hike to Australia’s highest suspension bridge

Australia’s highest suspension bridge is found in the Snowy Mountains, and the views are next level.

Panorama suite bath at Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach: a seaside stay with breezy charm

Beachfront bliss meets elevated comfort at this sleek coastal stay that balances location, views and refined dining in equal measure.

Standup paddleboarders under the strawberry moon at Barceloneta beach

Look up! The strawberry full moon will light up Aussie skies tonight

Here’s where, when and how to see this sweet celestial show.

Couple of woman friends traveling and driving having a lot of fun dancing in the car with opened roof and summer vacation sunset ocean in front

The 31 best road trip songs – ranked!

Windows down. Volume up. These are the greatest road trip bangers of all time – and yes, we’ve ranked them.

StandardX Melbourne interior

The world just crowned this Aussie hotel a style icon

Australia’s only entry on LA LISTE’s 2025 best hotels list is edgy, arty and unfiltered – just like the city it calls home.

Sydney Airport Lost Property Auction headphones, Nintendo Switch, speakers, cameras, laptops, lenses

Sydney Airport’s lost property auction returns

Here’s what you need to know to snag a bargain (and help a good cause).

The Lodge Wadjemup poolside

Rottnest Island

First look: The all-new Lodge at Wadjemup revealed

A new era of island luxury has arrived on Rottnest.