Brisbane
Chef Nick Deligiannis helms signature restaurant Mid Air.

New ‘quintessentially Melbourne’ hotel is different from the rest

Many boutique properties claim a commitment to design,but Melbourne Place is home to a who’s who of local creators.

  • byJulietta Jameson
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This was one of the most emotionally stirring experiences I’ve ever had

I’ve taken part in a few Indigenous experiences over the years,but this is by far the most profound.

  • byLee Tulloch
The Barn is a cosy space that sleeps four.

At this High Country retreat,Saturday morning never felt so good

Sauna is a saviour on a wellness weekend in Victoria’s High Country.

  • byBelinda Jackson
Villa Alaia,Cedars Mount View.
★★★★★
Hotel reviews

Perfect score for this luxe NSW wine country gem

Hunter Valley newcomer Villa Alaia makes one of the strongest cases for staying indoors we’ve seen.

  • byKatherine Scott
Bluey’s World Brisbane opened in November 2024 – an immersive themed experience.

Move over Mickey Mouse,Bluey’s World attraction opens in Queensland

Eighteen months in the making,Bluey’s World Brisbane lets visitors enter the realm of the locally made TV phenomenon.

  • byNick Dent
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An excursion train operated by Outback Aussie Tours.

Three new heritage train trips let you explore the outback in comfort

Two restored 2000-class trains built in 1971 offer excursions through outback Queensland.

  • byTim Richards
Kata Tjuta.

Epic multi-day hike to launch inside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Developed in consultation with traditional owners,the all-inclusive trek offers an intimate experience of two of Australia’s greatest natural wonders.

  • byJulietta Jameson
Restore to grande dame again… or near enough.
★★★★½
Hotel reviews

The verdict on iconic Sydney hotel’s $70 million revamp

Expectations have been great that the Sofitel Wentworth’s owners should at last dig deep and restore it to its once near-supermodel status.

  • byAnthony Dennis
A spectacular section of the Overcliff-Undercliff track.

Australia’s great new hike is just 90 minutes from Sydney

The beauty of the Grand Cliff Top Walk is that it can be done in bite-size chunks,so hikers can join the walk for as long as they choose.

  • byJulie Miller
The road goes ever on.
Opinion
Road trips

Mind-numbing and mesmerising:The most beautiful place in the world

Driving in the outback offers something nowhere else has,something that makes the experience so special:monotony. Ancient,deep monotony.

  • byBrian Johnston