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Perth

Perth’s iconic Cottesloe Beach readies for $22 million redevelopment

Perth’s Cottesloe foreshore redevelopment project has been given the green light after securing $15 million in funding.

Sydney

IKEA is offering a designer stay in Sydney for just $19.95 a night

To celebrate the new IKEA PS 2026 collection.

NSW North Coast

A new 54km hiking trail through ancient rainforest is coming to the Coffs Coast

Work has officially begun on the four-day Dorrigo Great Escarpment Walk.

Australia

Qantas releases over 170,000 discounted regional fares from $99

Hey Australia, your next regional escape just got a whole lot cheaper.

Sydney

A four-level dining venue with dazzling views just opened on Sydney Harbour

Right on time for Vivid Sydney, this newly launched dining destination truly has it all.

Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley to receive first new-build luxury resort in more than two decades

The wine region’s first new-build luxury resort in more than 20 years, Laval Hunter Valley, will open its doors in the second half of 2027.

Mornington Peninsula

This abandoned coastal fort in Vic finally unlocked its underground tunnels

Visitors can now explore historic underground tunnels on the Mornington Peninsula.

kangaroos in a misty field near mudgee, winter EV road trips

NSW

The best winter road trips from Sydney on a single EV charge

Don't let a drop in temperature or petrol prices stop your epic road trip.

East Coast

This cosy beachfront stay in Australia’s top town is surprisingly perfect for winter

We're convinced this beachside stay in Australia's Top Town is actually perfect for winter.

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Opinion

The white-painted exterior of Elysium Noosa Resort.

RRachael Thompson

Is Noosa’s most talked-about new resort actually worth it?

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

Living area in the Manly Pacific Infinity Residence

RRachael Thompson

This coastal hotel proves you don’t need to leave Sydney for a proper escape

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

RRachael Thompson

The boutique coastal stay worth skipping Byron Bay for

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

The glamorous Showroom Bay at The Royce hotel

RRachael Thompson

Is it worth staying at The Royce hotel in Melbourne?

This elegant hotel is bringing Art Deco glamour to the city.

Tasmanian Walking Co. child-friendly mult-day hike on Bruny Island

MMegan Arkinstall

The Tassie multi-day hike that you can do with your child

Is a multi-day hike a good way to bond with your child? Megan Arkinstall laces up her nine-year-old son’s shoes and tests it out.

The swimming pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

RRachael Thompson

This Melbourne hotel has set the bar sky high

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain

KKassia Byrnes

Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain – here’s the only time you’ll see it

It's rare to see Kings Canyon covered in rivers and waterfalls, but it's a priceless view.

EEmily Murphy

The battle of Australia’s 18 best summer ice creams

These cult-favourite ice creams prove Australian summers are built on nostalgia, loyalty and strong opinions.

RRachael Thompson

This hotel room just became my favourite in Australia

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

Perth’s iconic Cottesloe Beach readies for $22 million redevelopment

IKEA is offering a designer stay in Sydney for just $19.95 a night

A new 54km hiking trail through ancient rainforest is coming to the Coffs Coast

Qantas releases over 170,000 discounted regional fares from $99

A four-level dining venue with dazzling views just opened on Sydney Harbour

Hunter Valley to receive first new-build luxury resort in more than two decades

This abandoned coastal fort in Vic finally unlocked its underground tunnels

The best winter road trips from Sydney on a single EV charge

This cosy beachfront stay in Australia’s top town is surprisingly perfect for winter

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Opinion

Is Noosa’s most talked-about new resort actually worth it?

This coastal hotel proves you don’t need to leave Sydney for a proper escape

The boutique coastal stay worth skipping Byron Bay for

Is it worth staying at The Royce hotel in Melbourne?

The Tassie multi-day hike that you can do with your child

This Melbourne hotel has set the bar sky high

Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain – here’s the only time you’ll see it

The battle of Australia’s 18 best summer ice creams

This hotel room just became my favourite in Australia