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charming side of Green Lane
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Top Towns for 2022: A weekend escape to Bowral’s charming countryside

Award-winning pies and vintage pieces have helped cement this Southern Highlands town’s reputation as a hotspot for weekends away, writes Leigh-Ann Pow. Find out why Bowral landed in at no.18 on your list of Top 50 Aussie towns.

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The road to Green Point in Angourie
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Top Towns for 2022: Where to eat, stay and play in Yamba

The arrival of its first boutique hotel has helped usher in a new era of cool for Yamba. But the appeal of this quintessential coastal town remains timeless, writes Lara Picone. Discover why Yamba sailed in at no.12 on your list of Top 50 Aussie towns.

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buzzing spot in Beechworth town
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Top Towns for 2022: Behold the beguiling town of Beechworth

After growing at breakneck speed during the Victorian goldrush, Beechworth is booming again, finds Jo Stewart. Discover what made Beechworth into your Top 50 Aussie towns list.

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Magic Murray Houseboats
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Top Towns for 2022: The alluring charm of Echuca’s serene spots

There’s a relaxed vibe in this Murray River country town that keeps people coming back, says Laura Waters. Find out why Echuca landed at no.10 on your list of Top 50 Aussie towns.

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an aerial view of Boranup Beach
Food & Wine

Top Towns for 2022: A mouthwatering journey in Margaret River

It might be a gateway to a majestic wine region, but it’s a worthy destination in its own right. Chloe Cann shares how to eat your way around Margaret River town to discover why Margaret River landed in at no.9 on your list of Top 50 Aussie towns.

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views of Orange Spring
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Top Towns for 2022: Insider tips to experiencing the best of Orange

Rockpool-trained chef Dom Aboud moved from Sydney to Orange in 2019 to head up The Union Bank restaurant. He serves up some suggestions for those visiting his hometown and some insights as to why Orange, NSW landed at no.8 on your list of Top 50 Aussie towns.

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colourful streets of Bright, Vic
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Top Towns for 2022: Escape to Bright’s laidback yet majestic sceneries

This historic town in Victoria’s high country might just take out the prize for Australia’s prettiest town, thinks Craig Tansley, but there’s plenty to do here besides leaf peeping. Discover why Bright landed at no.7 on your Top 50 Aussie towns list.

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surfing in Port Fairy
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Top Towns for 2022: The top things to see and do in Port Fairy

Maritime history meets coastal cool at the old sealing and whaling village of Port Fairy, writes Jo Stewart. Discover why Port Fairy landed at no.6 on your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns list.

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kangaroos at Strike Mudgee
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Top Towns for 2022: Beyond the world-class wineries in Mudgee

Much of the magic of Mudgee has to do with the fact it offers a proper escape to the country, with all the trimmings. Find out why Mudgee was named both NSW and Australia’s Top Tourism Town in 2022  - and came in at no.5 on your list of Top 50 Aussie Towns.

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