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The Gap in Torndirrup National Park near Albany, Western Australia.

Torndirrup National Park, Western Australia: Guide with visitor tips

Discover the rugged beauty of Torndirrup National Park in Western Australia. Get visitor tips for The Gap, Natural Bridge, and coastal hikes here. What to expect in Torndirrup National Park Torndirrup National Park is a 3,906-hectare coastal park located 10 kilometres south of Albany in…

The Cheynes IV whaling ship at Albany's Historic Whaling Station, Western Australia.

Discovering the dangers at Australia’s last whaling station

Australia's whaling industry ended in 1978, but the legacy of the country's most perilous occupation lives on at Albany's former Cheynes Beach Whaling Station. This historical whaling site tells the shocking story of flensers who risked life and limb in one of the world's most…

Florence Falls in the Northern Territory's Litchfield National Park.

Florence Falls guide: Swimming safety, walks, tours & location

Florence Falls is one of the most popular attractions in Litchfield National Park, located just over an hour’s drive from Darwin in Australia's Northern Territory. Known for its twin cascades plunging into a natural swimming hole, the falls are an ideal stop for visitors looking…

ACMI is in Melbourne's Federation Square.

ACMI, Melbourne: Visitor tips, plus hours, prices & accessibility

ACMI (formerly the Australian Centre for the Moving Image) is Australia's national museum of screen culture in Federation Square, Melbourne. Established in 2002, it explores film, television, videogames, digital culture and art through exhibitions, screenings, and interactive experiences. Following a $40 million redevelopment, ACMI reopened…

Beacon Island, where the Batavia shipwreck survivors made their base.

How Australia’s Houtman Abrolhos Islands became a murderous nightmare

The shocking true story of the 1629 Batavia massacre haunts Western Australia's pristine Houtman Abrolhos Islands. From Dutch East India Company treasure ships to mutiny and mass murder, discover how these extraordinary coral islands became the site of one of Australia's darkest historical events. The…

Beyond Byron Bay: why Ballina deserves to be more than a gateway town

Think Ballina is just a gateway to Byron Bay? Discover its stunning beaches, river adventures, burgeoning craft beer scene, and the famous Big Prawn. The Big Prawn and Ballina’s reputation In the presence of true Australian greatness, it is possible to do little else than…

McCarrs Creek Reserve in Sydney, Australia.

Exploring Sydney with kids: how travelling as a family changes the city experience

Exploring Sydney with kids reveals a different side of the city. Find hidden national parks, free entry at the Australian Museum, and beachside ocean pools. Discovering new perspectives with kids At McCarrs Creek Reserve, there is a surprising request. “Can we stay and play for…

The swirling sands of Hill Inlet on Whitsunday Island, Queensland.

Providence cruise to Whitehaven Beach: Whitsundays day tour guide with prices & times

First time on the Providence Whitehaven Beach cruise? This guide covers departure details, tour highlights, ticket info, packing tips, and how to make the most of the day. Providence Whitehaven Beach tour overview and what to expect This is a full-day sailing adventure aboard a…

Dolphin Discovery Centre, Bunbury: Hours, prices, tours & visitor tips

First time visiting Dolphin Discovery Centre in Bunbury, Western Australia? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of the Dolphin Discovery Centre in Bunbury The Dolphin Discovery Centre in Bunbury, Western Australia, is a not-for-profit…

A kangaroo at the Healesville Sanctuary, Victoria, Australia.

Plan your visit to Healesville Sanctuary: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

The Healesville Sanctuary, located in Victoria’s Yarra Valley, offers a unique encounter with native Australian wildlife — including koalas, kangaroos, wombats and platypus — in a natural bushland setting. This guide covers what first-time visitors need to know: opening hours, ticket prices, parking, and how…