Experiences

It’s no secret that Newcastle has been in a period of radical change over the past few years, particularly when it comes to its nightlife. You’ll now find an eclectic roll call of options, including sophisticated restaurants, hip subterranean bars and lively brewhouses.

Poached or grilled, tightly packed with all things sweet or savoury: there’s a lot to love about the humble dumpling.

Grab a fork and discover what’s being served up in the ‘food bowl’ of Australia.

Hungry? We quizzed our readers on where to find the best pies around the country. How many have you been to?

Base your itinerary on where best to celebrate local seafood, artisan produce and wine with our guide to Kangaroo Island’s best restaurants, pubs and cafes.

From scuba diving an aquatic playground so biodiverse it rivals even the Great Barrier Reef, through to hitting the trails of a national park that boasts the state’s richest wildflower habitat, these six natural attractions offer more than enough reason to visit Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula.