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Pool and greenery at Nala Resort Mission Beach
Tropical North

A new adults-only resort has opened on one of Queensland’s most beautiful beaches

A quietly luxurious, adults-only resort is bringing a new kind of slow, design-led escape to Queensland.

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the grounds in the domain
Sydney

The Grounds is opening a lush cafe in the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Sydney’s much-loved hospitality group will open a new venue in a stunning heritage site.

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Murals painted inside the Ladies' Loo at Cistern Chapel
Fraser Coast

Australia’s most unique public toilet is dubbed the Cistern Chapel

Visitors are busting to tour the toilets at Maryborough’s Town Hall, cheekily dubbed the Cistern Chapel.

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Australian Open in Melbourne, Victoria
Australia

What’s on around Australia in January 2026

Kick off 2026 the right way.

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Hungry Point Cliff Top Walk
Sydney

Sydney just opened a new clifftop walk in time for summer

A new coastal walk has opened in the Sutherland Shire.

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A sauna floating on a lake
Beechworth

A floating sauna has just opened in Victoria’s High Country

Pause and unwind in this Scandi-style wellness retreat.

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M.V. Jasmine cruises down the Byron Bay's Brunswick River.
Byron Bay

Byron Bay finally has the bougie floating bar it deserves

Sip your spritz aboard this luxe new Mediterranean-inspired cruise along Byron’s stunning Brunswick River.

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walking along a coastal forest at Boat Harbour, Tomaree Coastal Walk
Port Stephens

This NSW coastal walk traverses ancient volcanic terrain, rugged headlands and hidden beaches

Lace up your hiking boots for the incredible Tomaree Coastal Walk.

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Australia

A Christmas gift guide for the travellers in your life

Get a head start on your Christmas shopping this year with our curated selection of memorable gifts.

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Living area in the Manly Pacific Infinity Residence
Rachael ThompsonRRachael 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, exploring not just the rooms, but the stories, service and settings that make each stay unforgettable and worthy of your wishlist.

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Halcyon House exterior and pool view
Rachael ThompsonRRachael 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, exploring not just the rooms, but the stories, service and settings that make each stay unforgettable and worthy of your wishlist.

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The glamorous Showroom Bay at The Royce hotel
Rachael ThompsonRRachael Thompson

Is it worth staying at The Royce hotel in Melbourne?

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

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

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The swimming pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne
Rachael ThompsonRRachael 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, exploring not just the rooms, but the stories, service and settings that make each stay unforgettable and worthy of your wishlist.

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Kings Canyon transforms into a waterfall wonderland in the rain
Kassia ByrnesKKassia 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.

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australian ice cream for summer
Emily MurphyEEmily 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. 

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A bathroom at COMO The Treasury
Rachael ThompsonRRachael 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, exploring not just the rooms, but the stories, service and settings that make each stay unforgettable and worth adding to your wishlist.

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Aerial view of yellow kayaks in blue sea at sunset in summer
Kassia ByrnesKKassia Byrnes

How to survive a group trip wage gap

Travelling with a group of people who all make vastly different amounts of money? This is how to stay friends afterwards.

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