Ballarat is one of regional Australia’s most emblematic and historic cities. The wealth that poured into the fledgling settlement after gold was discovered in the 1850s blessed it with grand buildings and stately monuments. But it was the infamous Eureka Stockade rebellion that would assure Ballarat of its place in the nation’s folklore. Today the...
Flying into Mackay, you just know you’re in Queensland. The turquoise blue water of the Coral Sea sparkling beneath you gradually gives way to long stretches of white sandy beaches and great swathes of emerald green sugar cane fields. Mackay is an incredible school holiday destination in Queensland, and is renowned as the cane capital...
In the heat of the Australian summer, dreaming is about all you can do when it comes to enjoying a white Christmas. However, increasing numbers of Aussies and Kiwis are also choosing to get festive in the middle of winter. It’s known as Christmas in July and brings plenty of opportunities to rug up and...
Tamworth’s annual Country Music Festival is renowned as a family-friendly event, and there’s plenty on offer throughout the festival to keep all ages entertained. But anytime is a good time to plan a family getaway to this relaxed regional city in northeast New South Wales. State-of-the-art play zones, adventure activities, miniature trains and more await!...
Want to enjoy a weekend away and a delicious drop of wine without worrying about the nasties? We have you sorted with these top five places to sip and stay across Australia and New Zealand. With the rise of sustainable agriculture, a number of wineries are converting to organic and biodynamic viticulture – good for...
Queenstown is the gateway to Tasmania’s wild and woolly West Coast. Here’s a checklist of six top things to do in Queenstown to get you started.
May is a big month for festivals and events across beautiful Queensland. Here are a few of the highlights and why these events should be on your radar if you’re planning a visit to the Sunshine State this month. 1. Celebrate eco-culture at The Planting (Woodford) Release your inner tree hugger at The Planting –...
There’s so much about Kalgoorlie that will come as a surprise for first-time visitors. From the city’s double-barrel title (it’s officially known as Kalgoorlie-Boulder), to the incredible trove of period architecture dating back to the gold rush of the late 1800s, prepare to be amazed as you tap into the rich vein of things to...
Phillip Island, located off the southern coast of Victoria, may be reasonably small in size (the island covers just 100 square kilometres) but it’s seriously big on wildlife viewing opportunities and things to do. Located two-hours’ drive southeast of Melbourne, plenty of visitors to the Victorian capital do a dash down to the island and...
Many of us are lucky enough to have four fabulous days off across Easter. It’s the perfect length of time for a classic Aussie short break, and there’s no shortage of great destinations to choose from. Here are five awesome options and a suggested itinerary for each to help you make the most of your stay....
