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Oceania

Beachfront bliss.

Iconic ’90s resort’s new must-see island spectacle

This is a tranquil, eco-friendly base to explore the beauty, landscapes, and wildlife of the biggest sand island in the world.

  • Kerry van der Jagt
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This Pacific paradise is ready to welcome Australian travellers back

Australians were the second-biggest market for this idyllic island nation. But after unrest in May last year, all tourism ground to a halt.

  • Julietta Jameson
Arriving in Rarotonga feels like stepping into a living postcard.

A short(ish) flight away, this place is like stepping into a postcard

There’s plenty to do when visiting the Cook Islands, or you can choose to do nothing at all.

  • Tatyana Leonov
Don’t be sheepish, visit the Big Merino.

The 18 things (not necessarily big) that made Australia what it is today

From a giant ram to Ned Kelly’s armour, these key treasures encapsulate our pop culture, history and achievements as a nation.

  • Brian Johnston
A history lesson while hanging 1700 metres off the side of Mount Buller.

No climbing experience needed for Australia’s first ‘vertical playground’

Hanging 1700 metres off Mount Buller, novices can now enjoy an Italian-inspired climb that brings a whole new perspective to sightseeing.

  • Justin Meneguzzi
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Taha’a is surrounded by a string of small islands known as motu.

There’s more to this paradise than just overwater bungalows

All the tourists in French Polynesia head to Bora Bora, which means the other islands can feel like your own private escape.

  • Emily McAuliffe
The Keep, Goulds Country, Tasmania is an imposing structure with 360-degree views.

This fort-like Tassie stunner is not your average holiday house

A fairytale location and luxury make this private Tasmanian stay the ultimate couples retreat.

  • Emily McAuliffe
W Sydney is opening up its pool terrace to the public for Solar Sundays.

The best hotels for a Sydney staycation this summer

Sydney feels most Sydney in the warmer months. And to make the most of summer, why not become a tourist in your own town?

  • Katherine Scott
The Big Prawn.

Eclipsed by its hip neighbour, this town has two things Byron doesn’t

Amid the glamorous surrounds of a Bunnings car park, the Big Prawn rises like Kilimanjaro from the plains.

  • David Whitley
Qantas is flying to Vanuatu for the first time since carrying troops and freight during World War II.

On board Qantas’ new route to Pacific paradise

It’s the first time the Flying Kangaroo has flown to Vanuatu since carrying troops and freight during World War II.

  • Sheriden Rhodes

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