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Marsupial action at Ballarat Wildlife Park in Ballarat, Victoria.

Guide to Ballarat Wildlife Park, Victoria

Why is Ballarat Wildlife Park the ultimate place for animal encounters? Get up close with free-roaming kangaroos and koalas, and see Crunch, one of Australia’s biggest crocodiles. What is Ballarat Wildlife Park? Ballarat Wildlife Park is a privately owned zoo located in Ballarat East, Victoria,…

Old Melbourne Gaol in Melbourne, Victoria.

Old Melbourne Gaol: Ticket prices, opening hours & visitor guide (2026)

Visit the historic Old Melbourne Gaol. Get 2026 ticket prices, opening hours, and a full visitor guide to see where Ned Kelly met his end. Standing in a narrow bluestone cell where Ned Kelly spent his final night, I felt the cold coming off the…

Justice & Police Museum, Sydney: Hours, prices, visitor tips & parking

The Justice & Police Museum in Sydney offers a compelling look into the city’s criminal history, police work and legal heritage. Located in historic courthouse and police station buildings, this museum provides an immersive experience of law, crime and punishment in New South Wales. This…

Plan your visit to the Jindalba Boardwalk: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

The Jindalba Boardwalk in Daintree National Park, Queensland, offers a striking rainforest experience within one of the world’s oldest tropical environments. This guide covers all you need to know as a first-time visitor: opening hours, ticket prices, parking, and helpful planning tips for your walk…

The Hyde Park Barracks in Sydney, New South Wales.

Plan your visit to Hyde Park Barracks: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

The Hyde Park Barracks in Sydney is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed building and museum that traces Australia’s convict past, colonial immigration and evolving urban history. This practical guide, updated in January 2026, provides first-time visitors with accurate information on opening hours, ticket prices, parking and…

Plan your visit to the Museum of Sydney: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

The Museum of Sydney sits on the historic site of Australia’s first Government House in the heart of the city. This guide gives you clear, practical information for your visit — including verified opening hours, ticket prices, parking and tips for first-time visitors. History and…

J Ward Lunatic Asylum, Ararat: Tour prices, history & visitor guide

First time visiting the J Ward Lunatic Asylum in Ararat, Victoria? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of J Ward Lunatic Asylum J Ward, located in Ararat, Victoria, began life as the Ararat County…

Which five countries have you spent most time in?

Try to work out which five countries you’ve spent most time in. It may be trickier than you think… A surprisingly difficult question The other day, I was posed what I thought was an easy question: “Which five countries have you spent the most time…

On top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge with BridgeClimb.

A luxury travel guide to Sydney, Australia

From VIP tours of the Sydney Opera House to fine dining at Quay, Sydney offers a host of unique luxury travel experiences. What’s Sydney all about? Cape Town and Rio de Janeiro may come close, but no other world class city manages to get close…

The cities and regions of Australia that have really improved

Which Australian cities and regions have seen the biggest improvements? Discover the best up-and-coming destinations for your next trip Down Under. I first arrived in Australia in 2001, and after living there for five years, have managed to go back once or twice a year…