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International students and tourists are returning to Brisbane as occupancy rates reflect the rise.
The Sundays, Hamilton Island.

The verdict on Hamilton Island’s first new hotel in 18 years

Former staff accommodation has been changed into a luxury escape that fills a gap in the holiday island’s offerings.

  • Katherine Scott
Minyon Falls lookout.

Australia’s new epic hike is unlike any others

It might be a new hike officially, but the 42-kilometre Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk in northern NSW has an ancient history.

  • Louise Southerden
Dinner Plain village with a fresh cover of snow.

Village with a difference: Australian ski resort that’s not like the rest

Victoria’s Dinner Plain is unique. Its chalets and apartments – low-rise by nature and edict – followed a theme that has continued today.

  • Jim Darby
Beehive formations at the Bungle Bungles in Western Australia.

Don’t want to go to the US? 10 Australian dupes for its greatest attractions

If you’ve decided to avoid travelling to the US at the moment, here are 10 domestic equivalents that stand up to America’s favourites.

  • Riley Wilson
The Prospector, on track form East Perth to Kalgoorlie.

Can’t afford the Indian Pacific? Try this bargain outback train instead

While you won’t get the luxuries of the famous cross-continent train, you’ll at least be able to enjoy some of the same views.

  • Catherine Best
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The Calile Hotel Brisbane: This former big country town has come of age, and its accommodation offerings reflect this.

The best places to stay in Brisbane

This former big country town has come of age, and its accommodation offerings reflect this.

  • Craig Tansley
The first staff on a test run of the new Perisher ski lift.

Australia’s highest lift ready as ski resort rivalries heat up after snow

As the resorts celebrate a strong start to ski season, here’s what’s new on the mountains this year.

  • Kate Allman
Under the night skies.

The luxury farm-stay tents so nice, they won gold

From a pool to electric blankets to the latest tech: solitary confinement has never looked so good.

  • Julie Miller
Big views on the Kalbarri Skywalk.

No time to do ‘the Big Lap’ of Australia? Do this road trip instead

This spectacular coastal drive is so rugged and remote that even the young adults are impressed.

  • Jane Reddy
Table Cape in Tasmania.

This Aussie road trip is outstanding, even if my car isn’t

Six nights of indulgence, in scenery and food, lie ahead on this road trip – that’s if the car will keep moving.

  • Jim Darby

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