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Melissa Mason

Travel Journalist

<p><i>Australia’s 12 best places</i> to curl up with mulled wine this winter</p>

Australia’s 12 best places to curl up with mulled wine this winter

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<p><i>Take this scenic route</i> on your next <strong>Sydney</strong> to <strong>Newcastle</strong> road trip</p>

Take this scenic route on your next Sydney to Newcastle road trip

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<p><i>The 12 best</i> <strong>Canberra</strong> hotels by neighbourhood</p>

The 12 best Canberra hotels by neighbourhood

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<p><i>12 of the best things to do in</i> <strong>Wagga Wagga</strong></p>

12 of the best things to do in Wagga Wagga

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<p><i>13 top</i> <strong>Wagga Wagga</strong> accommodation to book now</p>

13 top Wagga Wagga accommodation to book now

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<p><i>The 9 best cafes</i> in <strong>Wagga Wagga</strong></p>

The 9 best cafes in Wagga Wagga

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<p><i>The ultimate guide</i> to caravan parks in <strong>Wagga Wagga</strong> and surrounds</p>

The ultimate guide to caravan parks in Wagga Wagga and surrounds

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<p><i>10 dreamy Airbnbs</i> in <strong>Canberra</strong> to try now</p>

10 dreamy Airbnbs in Canberra to try now

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Melissa Mason is a freelance journalist who loves road tripping and car snacks. Previously holding Editor roles at ELLE, marie claire, Broadsheet and Pedestrian.TV, she now writes travel and lifestyle content for a wealth of Australian titles like SMH, Mamamia and Urban List, as well as copywriting for international brands. Outside of writing, she loves walks with her dog Ted, a great Sunday afternoon with friends, and op shopping. If she could be anywhere right now it would be lounging on a hammock at a tropical resort with a great romantic fantasy book.
Floriade in Canberra
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An insider’s guide to visiting Floriade 2024 in Canberra

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Women at the Palm Beach Lighthouse trail summit looking out over the views
NSW

Take this scenic route on your next Sydney to Newcastle road trip

With many of New South Wales’ best beach towns along the route, turning your Sydney to Newcastle drive into an experience is a must.

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Canberra

10 dreamy Airbnbs in Canberra to try now

The Airbnb Canberra scene is dominated by apartments, putting you at the city's heart while allowing you the freedom to cook and lounge in a homely space.

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The 12 best Canberra hotels by neighbourhood

Looking for accommodation in Canberra? Start by figuring out which of the city’s unique neighbourhoods suits you.

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a hand holding a mug of mulled wine from The Haus Hahndorf
Australia

Australia’s 12 best places to curl up with mulled wine this winter

Rich, warm and full of spice, a glass of mulled wine on a chilly winter’s day in Australia can really hit the spot.

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Kimo Estate Gundagai near Wagga Wagga
Wagga Wagga

13 top Wagga Wagga accommodation to book now

From boutique heritage-listed hotels perfect for two, to farm stays fit for outdoorsy families, these five Wagga Wagga accommodation options aim to please.

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The ultimate guide to caravan parks in Wagga Wagga and surrounds

RV-friendly and filled with cafe culture, history and nature trails, it’s worth setting up camp in Wagga Wagga and staying a while.

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two women admiring the scenery at the Wiradjuri Trail, Wagga Wagga
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12 of the best things to do in Wagga Wagga

As one of Australia’s most populated inland cities and the heart of the Riverina region, Wagga Wagga has plenty to offer, whether you’re after fun with the kids or a cultural immersion.

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The 9 best cafes in Wagga Wagga
Wagga Wagga

The 9 best cafes in Wagga Wagga

With a thriving regional population and proximity to some of the best Riverina producers, Wagga Wagga has naturally developed a cafe scene to rival our major capital cities.

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