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Top Towns for 2022: 7 natural attractions in Kalbarri

The rainbow gorges and money-can’t-buy experiences of this coral coast locale prove addictive for Fleur Bainger. It's for these very reasons that you also voted Kalbarri into your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns at no. 48.

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Top Towns for 2022: A quick guide to the very best of Gerringong, NSW

Find a sweet spot in this breezy beach town nestled between green coastal pasture and the Pacific Ocean on the NSW South Coast. Here, we explore Gerringong's highlights to uncover why the town landed at number 47 on your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns.

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Top Towns for 2022: 8 hidden gems to discover in Yeppoon

Steeped in unspoilt natural beauty and boasting old-school holiday vibes with smart options for eating, staying and playing, and not to mention a thriving arts scene, this burgeoning cultural hub is in a sweet spot. It is also sitting pretty at no. 45 in your pick of the Top 50 Aussie Towns. Here, we explore the best of Yeppoon.

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Top Towns for 2022: Bellingen has gone from hippie to hipster

With its lush, green landscape folding into a quirky, historic townscape, there’s a certain magic to this hinterland hub that speaks to Imogen Eveson. And to you, voting it n0. 44 in your pick of Top 50 Aussie Towns.

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Top Towns for 2022: 8 reasons to visit Mooloolaba

A beach holiday in Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast truly has something to offer everyone, as former Queenslander Carla Grossetti declares. The coastal town also came in at no. 41 in your pick of Top 50 Aussie Towns.

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Top Towns for 2022: Forster is a summer getaway without the crowds

An archetypical Aussie holiday town defined by its lakes and beaches, Forster is a recipe for recreation and relaxation. One of the many reasons it was voted no. 40 on your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns.

Charles Knife Gorge, Cape Range National Park

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Top Towns for 2022: Where to eat, stay and play in Exmouth

This laid-back resort town on Australia’s Coral Coast is the place to be to explore the wonders of Ningaloo Reef – and it's no.35 on your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns.

The Bungle Bungle Range Purnululu National Park

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Top Towns for 2022: Kununurra is an outback gem you won’t forget

Head to Kununurra for its great outdoors, to camp under the stars and to engage in its rich Aboriginal culture, and you'll see why it appears as no. 34 on your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns.

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Top Towns for 2022: The town of Sorrento is a foodie paradise

Just a short drive from Melbourne, this coastal gem is a gateway to hedonistic delights. Here, discover why Sorrento came in at no. 38 on your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns.

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Ever wished holidays came with less stress and more experiencing? With an AAT Kings guided holiday in Australia, there’s more connection, more immersion and more time for you.

Woke up to ocean views, chased waterfalls, cooked under the stars… now that’s a perfect weekend. All you need is the right van – and a sense of adventure.

We're swapping outback dust for green valleys as the Indian Pacific winds its way into the misty Blue Mountains. The final stretch takes us into Sydney, where the journey ends – but the memories last a lifetime.

Join the fabulous Shelita Buffet for a tour of Broken Hill, where history, art and drag come together for a one-of-a-kind outback adventure.

Wine country on the rails. The Indian Pacific slows down for a day of world-class vineyards and laid-back charm in the Barossa Valley.

From the goldfields of Kalgoorlie to the silence of the Nullarbor and the tiny ghost town of Cook, this is the wild heart of Australia.

Step aboard the Indian Pacific for an epic 4352km adventure to see Australia like never before.

From the red heart of the outback to lush Top End landscapes, The Ghan is slow travel at its finest – with gourmet dining, epic sunsets and pure adventure along the way.

These outback pubs are not just places to grab a cold beer; they’re the heartbeat of remote communities, brimming with history, character and some seriously memorable characters.

We're in the ultimate holiday limbo, just like this sleepy kangaroo at East Coast Natureworld. The ‘should I nap or party?’ dilemma hits hard. How are you spending this week?