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WE ACKNOWLEDGE
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES
STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLE
AS THE TRADITIONAL
CUSTODIANS OF OUR
LAND – AUSTRALIA. WE
PAY OUR RESPECTS TO
THEIR ELDERS – PAST,
PRESENT AND FUTURE.
Nyinyikay Yolngu Homeland,
Northern TerritoryCONTENTS • Welcome to Australia
• The Australian people and lifestyle
• Indigenous Australia
• Places to go and people to see:
- Australian Capital Territory
- New South Wales
- Northern Territory
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Tasmania
- Victoria
- Western Australia
• New in Australia
- New things to try in Australia
Darwin street art, - Australia’s food scene
Northern Territory - A
ustralia’s drink scene
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- S
ustainability and conservation in
Australia
- W
ellness in Australia
- Cultural Attractions of Australia
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- Uniquely Australian bucket list experiences
- A
ustralia’s major events worth travelling
for in 2020 and beyond
• About Tourism Australia
• Signature Experience of Australia
• Map of Australia
Sleepy Bay, Burleigh Heads,
Tasmania Queensland
CONTACT
internationalmedia@tourismaustralia.com
Tourism Australia
L evel 29, 420 George Street, Sydney NSW
2000 Australia
tourism.australia.com
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@australia
/seeaustralia
@australia
Exceptional Kangaroo Island,
South Australia
Port Noarlunga,
South AustraliaWelcome
to australia
k nown across the globe for its ancient desert
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landscapes and coastal cities fringed with
golden beaches and deep blue oceans, Australia
today is loved for much more than it’s iconic Top Didj Cultural Experience & Art Gallery,
landmarks and far horizons. Northern Territory
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Home to the world’s oldest living culture, the
vibrant diversity of Australia’s population today culture across the country with innovative chefs
is matched only by the land itself. and distillers making for a thriving food and
drink scene.
With a shared spirit for land and lifestyle,
together Australians have shaped and redefined Visitors are welcomed to learn the traditions of
modern Australia to offer something truly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and share
unique to the world. in the values that Australians hold close to their
hearts: a love for nature and wildlife, a sense of
While some things have remained the same - adventure and an undying passion for sports
namely the friendly locals that have perfected and living life outdoors.
an effortless enjoyment for life - everything
from fashion to food has had a fresh new From the outback to the coast, to the icons and
makeover. undiscovered, there's still nothing like Australia.
New experiences and hotels have opened up
less-frequented destinations across the country
while new attractions reflect the multicultural
history of the population.
A nationwide love for fresh produce and great
coffee has firmly embedded an urban cafe-
North Stradbroke Island, Perth City Beach,
Queensland Western AustraliaTHE AUSTRALIAN “To say that Australians
PEOPLE
are laid back, outgoing,
and have a great sense
of humour would
be both buying into
widely-known clichés
and admitting an absolute truth. An
incredible sense of adventure and an
AND LIFESTYLE
insistence on having a great time is
truly born into our DNA.”
Chris Hemsworth, Australian actor and Global
Ambassador for Tourism Australia
Aussies are known to stop and say “g’day”,
serving everything with a smile and a side
of humour. To them, a
stranger is just a mate
they haven’t met yet and
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they pride themselves on
being good friends and
neighbours.
They live life outdoors and
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love a good adventure so no matter where you
find yourself Down Under, you’re sure to spot
someone in the surf or making the most of the
great outdoors.
Passionate about sports, Australians will find
SeaLink NT – Tiwi Islands, Huskisson, any excuse to come together and celebrate and
Northern Territory New South Wales with Australia’s rich assortment of cultures and
communities, there is a seemingly endless list
of opportunities to share a table or raise a glass
with the people around you.
A ustralia is a country of landscapes and
wildlife you won’t find anywhere else in the
Australian residents were born outside of
Australia and many more are first- or second-
60,000 years, have created a unique identity
and spirit that is the Australian way of life. Perhaps the secret is that Australians, blessed
world, however the real beauty of Australia lies generation Australians. with such a naturally beautiful country, have
in its people. While it’s hard to define, ask anyone who always known there is more to life than 9-5, and
This growing cultural diversity means more than has visited, and they will tell you the same: it’s this thinking that has shaped their uniquely
From the world’s oldest continuous culture to 300 languages are spoken in Australian homes, Australians are easy-going, fun and always up Aussie lifestyle.
the cosmopolitan mix of today, Australians are while there are over 100 religions and more for a laugh.
a vibrant collection of different backgrounds, than 300 different ancestries*.
traditions and personalities. To Australians, 'no worries' isn't just a saying *Ancestry represents the cultural or ethnic group that a person
most closely identifies with, rather than just their place of birth.
This medley of new people and cultures, – it's an approach to life and it’s this laid-back
Now one of the most ethnically diverse together with Aboriginal and Torres Strait attitude that is the foundation of their culture. Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2016, www.abs.
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societies in the world, almost one in four Islanders who have lived in Australia for over Features22016Maruku Arts, Northern Territory SEIT Outback Australia, Northern Territory
INDIGENOUS Two different flags represent Aboriginal
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and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
AUSTRALIA
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture
dates back more than 60,000 years. It existed
long before Stonehenge and is older than the CONNECTION TO FAMILY, COMMUNITY AND COUNTRY
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Acropolis. What’s more amazing is that this
Aboriginal culture is holistic and can be
culture can be experienced today. defined by its connection to family, community Narlijia Experiences Broome, Western Australia
and country. In Australia, the idea of “being on
country” is central to the Aboriginal worldview.
This is because Aboriginal peoples believe
their ancestral spirits emerged from the earth
UNDERSTANDING AUSTRALIA’S INDIGENOUS PEOPLE Aboriginal people may express their heritage It is estimated that more
and the sky.
AND CULTURE by referring to themselves by the greater than 250 Indigenous
While ‘Aboriginal’ or ‘Indigenous’ may be used region they are connected to, or their “Country is not just a beautiful place, to us it is Australian languages were
to describe Australia’s First Peoples, it’s best to traditional country (a specific geographic everything,” says Juan Walker from Walkabout spoken on the continent
ask individuals what they prefer to be referred location). For example, the Gadigal people Cultural Adventures. “It holds our stories, our at the time of European
to. Dr Ridgeway, Gumbaynggirr man and (original Aboriginal inhabitants of the City of religion, our customs and our ancestors.” settlement in 1788.
former chair of Indigenous Tourism Australia Sydney local area) of the Eora nation (Coastal
Aboriginal peoples around Sydney). These ancestral spirits are their hero-creators,
explains, “We are one, we are different to each and it’s through their journeys that Aboriginal
other, and we are many,”. Another way Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples believe all living things are created. Dr
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Islander people may describe themselves, These creation forces are constantly present, m
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which again relates to their country, may be
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originate from the islands of the Torres Strait hence the strong cultural connection between
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between the tip of Cape York in Queensland “saltwater people” meaning those from coastal Aboriginal peoples, the land and place.
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and Papua New Guinea are regarded as distinct regions, “freshwater people” those from river
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from the Aboriginal peoples of mainland areas, or “desert people” those from Australia’s
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Australia and Tasmania and may use the name central regions. Source: Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander Studies: aiatsis.gov.au/explore/articles/indigenous-
of their home Island to express their identity, australians-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-people
even if they were raised on the mainland. Viewed 1 Dec 2019
ndi nandAboriginal culture, people
the land merge and are
“Aboriginal culture
starts with its people.
part of each other. This is
why including an Indigenous Aboriginal guides open
tourism experience can a door into a world that
be transformational and many people don’t know
reshape how you connect
with the world.
still exists. A world
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park,
where past, present Queensland
You can find opportunities
to immerse yourself in
and future meet. There’s
Aboriginal culture throughout nothing more exciting
Australia. From urban for a traveller than a
festivals to rock art tours, totally new experience.
trying and tasting native
ingredients or walking with
That’s what memories
an Aboriginal elder who are made of.”
can read the tides by how Dr Aden Ridgeway, Gumbaynggirr
the birds call, Aboriginal man and former chair of
Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne,
people bring another side of Indigenous Tourism Australia
Victoria
Australia to life.
FIVE WAYS to EXPERIENCE THE
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WORLD’S OLDEST LIVING CULTURE
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Understand the role of art in
Indigenous culture. Explore
ancient rock art sites, take
part in Indigenous artist-led
workshops or visit a museum
Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience, that supports Indigenous
Northern Territory artists.
experiencing Choose an Indigenous guide. Stay in Aboriginal-owned
ABORIGINAL
View Australia’s distinctive accommodation. Unique stays
landscapes through different including island wilderness
eyes with an Aboriginal retreats, safari tents and
or Torres Strait Islander architecturally designed huts
guide and gain a deeper allow you to immerse yourself
appreciation of country and fully in Australia’s remarkable
its unique wildlife. and remote landscapes.
CULTURES
Be immersed in a local
Taste Australia’s native community. Stay with the
ingredients. Choose to dine traditional land owners and
with chefs who are serving up their local communities
native ingredients or take a on a wilderness camp or
guided ‘bush tucker’ walk and overnight tour to gain a deep
learn about the richness of understanding of spirituality
the Australian landscape. and connection to country.Places
to go Lake MacDonnell,
South Australia
The Maria Island Walk,
Tasmania
and
people
Wave Rock, Boroka Lookout, Canberra Balloon Spectacular, Glow worm tunnel,
Western Australia Victoria Australian Capital Territory New South Wales
to see Currumbin Bay,
Queensland
RT Tours Australia,
Northern TerritoryAUSTRALIAN
CAPITAL
TERRITORY
Home to Australia’s capital, Canberra,
the Australian Capital Territory is fast
becoming renowned for its diverse
culture and cool new edge. With a
flourishing food and drink scene, a
multitude of galleries and museums,
and easy access to nature activities and
national parks, it’s the perfect base for a
little indulgence and adventure.
Instagram: @visitcanberra
Facebook: /visitcanberra
Twitter: @visitcanberra
Floriade,
Australian Capital TerritoryShaw Vineyard,
Australian Capital
Territory
Canberra Wine Region
Canberra is surrounded by a distinct wine
wonderland, featuring more than 30 wineries
within 35 minutes’ drive of Canberra's city centre.
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WildFest at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve,
Australian Capital Territory
National Parks and
regions
Canberra,
Australian Capital Territory
Nature Reserves
The Australian Capital Territory is surrounded
by the Great Dividing Range to the east and the
foot of the Australian Alps to the west.
Canberra Tablelands
Pack up the car and explore the inland areas
Discover one good thing after another in
surrounding Canberra, otherwise known as
Canberra. The nation's capital is nestled within
the Tablelands. Head east through Queanbeyan
the Australian Capital Territory and is the ideal
and drive through wine country to the historic
base for exploring the wider region.
towns of Braidwood and Bungendore. Head west
Australian War Memorial, to the Yass Valley and explore a range of small
Australian Capital Territory towns. Or just over one hour from Canberra is
Lark Hill Winery, the Hilltops region, renowned for its glorious
Australian Capital Territory countryside.AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
Canberra is the only
SEE & DO city in the world
where you will find
Get out and into nature Take a hot air balloon flight
With about 80 per cent of the For the best views of
yourself drifting
Australian Capital Territory Canberra, take a hot air over a nation’s
a designated nature park, balloon flight at dawn. It’s Parliament House.
parklands and nature-based the perfect way to fully
experiences are plentiful. Take appreciate this architecturally
a twilight tour of Mulligan’s planned city as it shows just
Flat to spot Bettongs (small how integrated its urban and
kangaroo-like marsupials), hike green spaces are. Each March
the Centenary Trail or cycle the city celebrates with the
around the man-made Lake Canberra Balloon Spectacular National Gallery of Australia,
Burley Griffin at the city’s heart. – where more than 30 Australian Capital Territory
balloons take off each
Discover Australia’s national morning of the event from a
treasures central city park location.
Australia’s rich and diverse
stories come to life through
the collections housed across
the city’s museums and
galleries, many of which are
free to enter. See the world’s
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largest collection of Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander
Hot air balloon over Parliament House,
artwork at the National Australian Capital Territory
Gallery of Australia and
discover the war experiences
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that shaped a nation at the
Australian War Memorial.
PLAN AHEAD IN 2021 WHAT’S NEW
The annual Truffle Festival from June to August. Canberra has a new local hero in the form
EAT &
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve,
Australian Capital Territory Head to The Truffle Farm for the ultimate food of Pilot. Restaurant + Bar. This unique little
DRINK
experience: hunting for truffles before enjoying restaurant is serving up the best of the region
a lunch of truffle enhanced dishes. with an ever-growing focus on engaging local
producers and artists.
Taste cool climate wines Fine dining and fusion feasts Floriade, Australia's celebration of spring.
A cool climate, varied vineyard elevations and From fine dining to cheap eats, there's a From mid-September to mid-October, Midnight Hotel is the new kid on the hotel scene in
different soil types have made the Canberra breadth of culinary experiences on offer here, Canberra's lakeside Commonwealth Park is Canberra. Situated in Braddon, one of Canberra’s
District Wine Region an ideal spot for including the multi-award-winning Eightysix transformed into a carpet of more than one emerging inner-city suburbs, it is the first Marriott
winemaking. Sangiovese, Riesling, Chardonnay, and Bar Rochford. Canberra has eight hatted million spring blooms International hotel to open in the capital.
Pinot Noir, Merlot, Shiraz, Tempranillo and restaurants, including Aubergine, a two hatted
rare varieties such as Grüner Veltliner are restaurant which focuses on highlighting the
all produced in this region. Home to 140
vineyards and more than 30 boutique cellar
best regional seasonal produce.
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doors, a visit to the wineries is a perfect way Canberra takes its coffee
to spend an afternoon. seriously. Find Australia’s Best
Barista champion Matt Lewin
brewing up the perfect cup at
EightySix, ONA Coffee cafes across the city.
Australian Capital Territory
Floriade,
Australian Capital Territorynew south
wales
With endless unspoilt beaches,
breathtaking natural treasures and one
of the world’s most famous and vibrant
cities, there’s no place quite like New
South Wales. From Sydney Harbour
to the World Heritage-listed Blue
Mountains and the Hunter Valley, New
South Wales beckons with indulgent
wine regions, pristine seaside villages
and high mountain country.
Instagram: @visitnsw
Facebook: /visitnsw
Twitter: @newsouthwales
Bondi,
New South WalesBlue Mountains
Be captivated by the one million hectares of tall
forests, sandstone cliffs, canyons and waterfalls
that make up the magnificent Greater Blue
Mountains World Heritage Area, about two
hours’ drive west from the city of Sydney.
Byron Bay Capella Lodge, Lord Howe Island,
Unwind, relax and be the first to see the sunrise
New South Wales
in mainland Australia's easternmost town. It's
Credit: tom-archer.com
home to excellent beaches, lush rainforests,
great regional dining and new-age retreats. You
won't want to leave.
Lord Howe Island
Leave the pace of modern life behind when you
visit World Heritage-listed Lord Howe Island,
a lush natural paradise less than two hours by
plane from Sydney and Brisbane, with only 400
visitors allowed at any time. Birdsong fills the
clean air and lush mountainous terrain rises up
all around you.
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Surfers at The Pass,
New South Wales Orange and Mudgee
A 3.5-hour drive west of Sydney take in rolling
green hills, heritage landscapes, and some of the
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nation's finest cool-climate wines in Orange. Then
Hunter Valley head another 2.5-hours onto Mudgee for a tasty
mix of country charm and epicurean delights,
Give your tastebuds a serious thrill in Australia's
oldest wine growing region. Enjoy epicurean thanks to its flourishing food and wine scene.
indulgences in the Hunter Valley, home to more
regions
Seacliff Bridge, than 120 wineries, gourmet restaurants, spa
New South Wales retreats and concerts in the vineyards.
Lowes Celler Door,
New South Wales
Sydney
A city that needs no introduction, Sydney
doesn't disappoint on wow factor. From its
South Coast
Take your pick of breathtaking beaches,
spectacular harbour, pristine coastline, vibrant
meet local wildlife and enjoy a huge range
culture, and picturesque surrounding rural and
water sports. All of this and more awaits on
coastal landscape, there's no shortage of things
the unspoilt South Coast, where you’ll find
to do and see.
spectacular coastline and seaside and hinterland
Sydney Harbour Bridge, Pokolbin Hunter Valley Gardens, towns including Wollongong, Kiama, Shoalhaven
New South Wales New South Wales and the Sapphire Coast.NEW SOUTH WALES
DON’T MISS
SEE & DO IN 2020
Swim in over 100 ocean pools Fall under Sydney’s spell
Jacaranda trees bursting
Carved into the rock shelves The Harbour City is home to
into bloom. From October
at coastal beaches and fed many of Australia's must-see
to November, explore the
by ocean tides, almost 100 Featherdale Wildlife Park, attractions – Sydney Opera
New South Wales Sydney suburbs which become
ocean pools can be found on House, Sydney Harbour Bridge
Vivid Sydney, blanketed in purple hues.
the coast of New South Wales. and Bondi Beach – but also
New South Wales You can also visit the Grafton
Swim at the heritage-listed Support Australia’s native animals abounds new restaurants and
Jacaranda Festival in northern
Bogey Hole in Newcastle two- bars, hole-in-the-wall coffee
Australia’s wildlife parks and New South Wales.
hours’ drive north of Sydney, shops, sun-drenched beaches
WHAT’S NEW
sanctuaries play a vital role Follow fresh local produce
experience the crystal-clear and wildlife experiences.
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in conservation efforts for
waters of The Blue Pool at Cultural vultures will also find From organic produce in the
Australia’s native animals
Bermagui on the Sapphire galleries, museums, theatre countryside, to fresh seafood The new elegantly designed
meaning adding a wildlife
Coast or head for the iconic companies and alternative coastal restaurants, New eco-retreat, Wildlife Retreat at
experience onto your next
Icebergs Pool in Bondi Sydney. cinema, alongside a year-round South Wales’s culinary delights Taronga Zoo, is now offering
trip can help to support
jampacked event calendar. are seemingly endless. For luxury sleepovers and exclusive
these incredible creatures.
those looking to support local wildlife encounters at the
There are 35 Featherdale Wildlife Park which
communities and business who iconic Sanctuary which sits on
ocean pools in is home to over 1,700 native Each day at sunset, the sails
often rely on tourism to thrive, the edge of Sydney Harbour.
Sydney alone. animals in Western Sydney, the of the Sydney Opera House
Australian Reptile Park just over there are a range of food and
are illuminated with a free
wine trails in the state that Located in Sydney, Yerrabingin
an hour drive north of Sydney spectacular seven-minute
Walk the coastline and spot whales follow excellent produce and is the world’s first Indigenous
and Taronga Zoo located on projection that explores
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farmers markets, and can rooftop farm. Offering a series
From the famous Bondi to Sydney’s shores, all have a ancient First Nations stories.
easily be timed to stop in one of events, workshops and farm
Coogee walk, to the Cape range of research and education The free Badu Gili projections
of the many regional food tours, check their website for
Byron lighthouse track in initiatives such as breeding are best viewed from the top
festivals and restaurants. upcoming events such as a
Byron Bay, New South Wale’s and tree planting programs to of the Monumental Steps.
native ingredient cocktail class.
coastline offers countless ensure animals such as koalas,
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walking trails and headlands – wombats and the Tasmanian Sydneysiders love their fresh
Opening in late 2019, Sydney
which are often also incredible devil can prosper. Dreamtime Southern X, seafood, and one of the best
opened the doors to a new
vantage points for spotting New South Wales places to buy and eat it is
major zoo – the first in 100
whales. Dubbed humpback Learn about New South Wales’s the Sydney Fish Market in
years. Sydney Zoo is now open
highway, each year between Aboriginal nations the inner-city suburb of
EAT & DRINK
in the heart of Western Sydney
late May and November, Home to the country’s largest Pyrmont. Book a Sydney
where visitors can expect to
catch glimpses of migrating population of Aboriginal Seafood School class and
get up close to some of the
humpback and southern Australians, New South Wales Taste the urban craft beer Taste of Orange, create market-fresh seafood
world's most iconic animals.
right whales. There are also has countless opportunities movement New South Wales dishes, before enjoying them
countless whale watching to learn about different Sydney’s inner west is over a glass of wine and
cruises for those wanting to Indigenous nations and ground zero for the urban Sip surprising spirits views of Blackwattle Bay.
get up close. cultures with guided cultural craft beer movement in From Purple Ink Gin at
tours, contemporary Aboriginal
festivals, art galleries and
Australia and a microcosm of
what’s happening across the
Husk Distillery on the far
North Coast to Archie Rose PLAN AHEAD
more. On the South Coast, get
insight into cultural teachings
state. Newly opened Willie
the Boatman, all-American
in Sydney’s backstreets
and North of Eden on the
FOR 2021
that have been passed down brewery Batch Brewing Co., Sapphire Coast, boundary- Vivid Sydney. Each winter
Wildlife Retreat at Taronga,
over nine generations with microbrewery Sauce and pushing distilleries and between May to June, see
New South Wales
Ngaran Ngaran Culture Wildflower Brewing and artisan producers who are Sydney city transform as the
Awareness, or in Sydney take a Blending can all be found experimenting with local vivid festival brings together
Dreamtime Southern X walking within a 2 kilometre radius flavours and ingredients can some of the best artists, music
tour and learn of the city’s meaning you can taste the be found across the state in makers and creators from
dreamtime heritage. ‘hoppest’ beer in an afternoon. both urban and regional areas. around the world.
Oz Whale Watching, Sydney,
New South Walesnorthern
territory
The Northern Territory is unlike any
place on earth; it’s not a place you
visit just to take a look around. From
breathing in the fresh air as the sun
rises over the West MacDonnell Ranges,
to tasting fresh mud crab caught that
day, hearing stories over 60,000 years
old, seeing breathtaking horizons from
the top of a Kakadu escarpment or
experiencing history at an Aboriginal
art gallery, the Territory is a place to
immerse yourself and be free.
Instagram: @NTaustralia
Facebook: /northernterritoryaustralia
Twitter: @NT_australia
Uluru,
Northern TerritoryArnhem Land
Bordered by Kakadu National Park, the Arafura
Sea and the Gulf of Carpentaria, Arnhem Land is
a vast, unspoiled wilderness area of more than
97,000 square kilometres. Rich in Aboriginal
culture, Arnhem Land offers unique Indigenous
experiences, rock art and some of the best
fishing in the world.
Kakadu Litchfield National Park,
Northern Territory
As Australia's biggest national park, Kakadu
offers more wetlands, waterfalls, billabongs and
escarpments than you can count. Covering nearly
20,000 square kilometres, Kakadu National Park
is renowned for its cultural significance and
Litchfield National Park
Let your worries fade away as you soak under a
stunning natural beauty with incredible wildlife
refreshing waterfall in the stunning Litchfield
and over 5,000 Aboriginal rock art sites.
National Park. The plethora of thundering
falls and cool plunge pools will entice you to
stay awhile and breathe in the serenity of the
surrounding monsoon forest.
The Red Centre
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Rich in both culture and beauty, the Red
Centre is often considered the spiritual centre
Kakadu Jabiru Scenic Flight, of the country. Experience Aboriginal culture,
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Northern Territory
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desert adventures and the changing colours of
Uluru, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs and West
MacDonnell Ranges.
Katherine
Katherine, located just over three hours from
regions
Nitmiluk National Park, Darwin, may be best known as the gateway to
Northern Territory Nitmiluk National Park, but there's plenty more
to discover after you've floated down Nitmiluk
(Katherine) Gorge including a range of springs
and falls.
Baby Wallaby near Tiwi Island Retreat,
Darwin Northern Territory
Welcome to the Northern Territory's unhurried
capital, Darwin. With balmy nights, colourful
characters and outdoor adventures, find
everything from Asian food markets and
Tiwi Islands
100 kilometres north of Darwin, the Tiwi Islands
crocodile encounters to open-air movies and
are an off-the-beaten-track destination for
sunset cruises.
intrepid travellers. The two main islands are
Darwin Waterfront, Nitmiluk Tours, Bathurst and Melville, which sit alongside nine
Northern Territory Northern Territory smaller, uninhabited islands.northern territory
PLAN AHEAD
SEE & DO FOR 2021
Explore the Red Centre Experience the spiritual heart of
The only First Nations festival
The Red Centre is an Australia
of its kind, Parrtjima allows
extraordinary landscape of You can feel a powerful travellers to experience
desert plains, weathered presence the moment you interactive workshops, talks,
mountain ranges, rocky gorges first set your eyes on Uluru. films and live music across
and some of Australia's most The stunning colours of this Davidson’s Arnhemland Safaris, two event precincts (Alice
sacred Aboriginal sites. Alice 348-metre high monolith Northern Territory Springs Desert Park and Todd Parrtjima - A Festival in Light,
Springs – known to locals transform with the time of day – Northern Territory
Mall). Bringing together the
as simply "Alice" – is a great and there are over 100 activities Escape to Australia’s true stories, sounds and rhythms
base for exploring famed sites and experiences on offer. Spend wilderness of the oldest living cultures
such as Uluru, its sister rock a night eating a bush-tucker on earth, look out for dates in
Arnhem Land is the Top End’s
formation Kata Tjuta, Kings inspired dinner under thousands April 2021.
untouched home to beautiful
Canyon, the West MacDonnell of stars, before experiencing the
scenery, remote islands,
Ranges and their iconic Field of Light art installation. Set within the World
rainforest, rivers, towering
Larapinta Trail. Heritage-listed Kakadu
escarpments and savannah
woodland. Rich in Aboriginal National Park, Taste of
Just outside Alice Springs, Kakadu is a food festival
culture, Arnhem Land offers
animal lovers can also settle unlike anything you’ve ever
unique Indigenous experiences,
in for a cuddle with Australia’s experienced. From basket
rock art and some of the best
national animal at the weaving to barramundi cook-
fishing in the world. There are
Kangaroo Sanctuary. Open for ups, explore the fascinating
also several famous indigenous
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tours Tuesday through Friday in food culture of outback
arts centres to visit, including
the late afternoons and lasting Australia. The festival is A Taste of Kakadu,
the community of Maningrida
about 2.5 hours, travellers get usually held in May (TBC). Northern Territory
and Yirrkala, just outside the
the chance to meet some of the
coastal town of Nhulunbuy on
beautiful red kangaroos that
Field of Light, the Gove Peninsula. Experience
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WHAT’S NEW
are typical of the Red Centre Northern Territory it all with a stay in a safari-style
and even hold a joey.
camp on the rugged coastline of Part of an ongoing, mutually
the Cobourg Peninsula. The Tiwi Islands – 70
kilometres north of Darwin
beneficial partnership
between the lodge and the
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– are famous for their
arts community, the artists
traditional lifestyle, art
EAT & DRINK and love of AFL. Tiwi Island
Retreat, a glamping experience
spend a few days on each visit
setting up an open studio
Treat your tastebuds in Darwin and painting - with a view to
offers keen adventures 2-day,
This tropical capital city is Uluru as backdrop. Check the
2-night all-inclusive packages,
famous for its food, so treat website for 2020 dates.
expertly designed by “Outback
your tastebuds and indulge Wrangler”, Matt Wright. Join in on the local’s
your sense of fun and adventure favourite day trip and head
with mouth-watering outdoor Longitude 131° has announced to the Litchfield National
sunset markets, waterfront the return of its popular Park, about an hour’s drive
dining, bush-tucker inspired artists-in-residence program from Darwin. Plunge into
menus, fresh seafood – and a offering guests a rare chance crystal clear waterholes
local favourite – Laska. Locals to meet the artists from beneath the magnificent
favourites include Korean Ernabella Arts in the Anangu spring-fed waterfalls of
Charcoal BBQ Restaurant, Little Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Florence and Wangi, or soak
Miss Korea, and Hanuman which Lands whose vibrant ceramics, in the gentle three-tiered
takes inspiration from Thai, paintings and weavings can cascade shaded by rainforest
Darwin Mindil Markets, Indian and Nonya (Chinese
Northern Territory
be seen around the lodge. at Buley Rockhole.
Malay) cuisine.
Tiwi Island Retreat,
Northern Territoryqueensland
With experiences to inspire, adventures
to enthral and landscapes that awe,
Queensland is often beautiful one day
and perfect the next. From pristine
beaches and lush rainforests, to the
vast outback and the breathtaking
Great Barrier Reef, when you holiday in
Queensland you do it against a backdrop
of natural wonder.
Instagram: @queensland
Facebook: /visitqueensland
Twitter: @queensland
Flight into Lizard island,
QueenslandCairns Lady Elliott Island
Visit Cairns for the Great Barrier Reef and Wet With glittering white beaches made entirely of
Tropics World Heritage Rainforest, but don't crushed coral, it’s easy to feel like a modern-day
miss the great things to do in and around town castaway on Lady Elliot Island. Located at the
including cafés, bustling markets and plenty southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, walk the
of beaches. Day trip to island bays including emerald green-edged island, or go snorkelling
Michaelmas Cay and Fitzroy Island or head to see giant manta rays, colourful corals, fish,
inland for the Atherton Tablelands. turtles and dolphins.
Fraser Island
The largest sand island in the world, Fraser
Island has superb scenery, with massive shifting
sand blows, sensational swimming spots and
thrilling 4WD track. Home to the purest strain
of dingoes remaining in eastern Australia,
it is also one of the best places to see baby
humpback whales.
Granite Bay, Noosa
National Park,
Queensland
Sunshine Coast
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Stretching from the coastal city of Caloundra,
near Brisbane, to the Great Sandy National
Lake Mckenzie Fraser Island, Park in the north, the Sunshine Coast is home
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to pretty villages, renowned surf spots and
spectacular rural hinterland. Visit the holiday
hotspot of Noosa or laidback towns of Coolum,
Gold Coast Eumundi and Maroochydore.
The Gold Coast's star attraction is its beaches,
regions
Moreton Island Wrecks, including the world-renowned stretch of sand
Queensland at Surfers Paradise. Beyond the beaches,
discover laid-back neighbourhoods, a booming
culinary scene and the Gold Coast's famous
theme parks.
Whitehaven Beach Aerial,
Queensland
Brisbane
As the capital of Australia's Sunshine State,
Brisbane invites you to kick off your shoes,
grab your mates and enjoy the food, art and
The Whitsunday Islands
An archipelago of 74 tropical islands, the
adventure on offer. Delve into Brisbane's
Whitsundays lie just off the Queensland coast,
eclectic arts scene, eat, drink and shop in
next to the Great Barrier Reef. Protected from
Brisbane's hippest neighbourhoods and day trip
large swells, secluded islands beaches such as
to idyllic neighbouring islands.
the iconic Whitehaven, are ideal for sailing,
swimming, snorkelling and relaxing.
Brisbane, Tallebudgera Creek,
Queensland Queenslandqueensland
SEE & DO EAT & DRINK DON’T MISS Launching in
Contribute to the management of
Great Barrier Reef
Brisbane’s eat streets and smart-
casual eateries
IN 2020 2020
One of the best marine The Ring Cycle, the pinnacle of Launching in 2020, Museum
Mixing snacking, socialising
wildlife encounters in the opera, a 15-hour epic performed of Underwater Art (MOUA) is
and sunshine, without
world, the Great Barrier Reef over four nights. Heading to a collection of submerged art
There are more World- conforming to a single genre,
stretches for more than Brisbane in November 2020, installations in four unique
Heritage Listed areas in Brisbane’s new wave of
2,300 kilometres along the the new production is exclusive locations – John Brewer Reef,
Queensland than any other restaurants, small bars and
Queensland coastline. With to the Queensland Performing The Strand, Palm Island and
state. If you plan to see all creative cafes are distinctively,
approximately 1,625 species Arts Centre. Magnetic Island. Guests can
of them, you've just about well, Brisbane. For delicious
of fish and six of the world's explore the artworks, while
covered the entire state. street eats, make your way to
seven species of marine also learning about the
Fish Lane in south Brisbane,
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turtles, there are hundreds conservation efforts being
or arrive early to score a seat Heart Reef,
experiences available to undertaken to rehabilitate
at one of Fortitude Valley’s
FOR 2021
Red dirt, big skies and even bigger the reef. Queensland
explore this underwater world most coveted tables: hôntô,
– and with each experience characters
LONgTIME or Gerard’s Bistro,
ticket sold, you’ll be helping There's no better way to Between June and July, Featuring floor-to-ceiling
which all sit within a few
to protect the long-term experience the spirit of travellers can swim with one of windows and underwater opening of new restaurants
blocks of each other.
outlook of the reef with an Queensland than with a visit the rarest visitors to Australian panoramic views, Reefsuites including Polpetta, Betty’s
‘Environmental Management to an outback event. In the waters as dwarf minke whales is Australia’s first underwater Burgers, Ciao Papi, Good
Charge’ built into the price. Simpson Desert, the Birdsville appear off the coast of Tropical accommodation on the Great Times Gelateria, Stanley and
Races each September is North Queensland. Scientists Barrier Reef giving a new Yoko Dining, alongside the
a party where you'll watch meaning to ‘room with a view’.
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still don't yet know where they stylist The Fantauzzo Hotel all
the sun rise, chat to fellow go after, making it the only in the last year.
race-goers in tent city, and place in Australia to witness Guests to Hamilton Island can
wind down over a beer at their beauty. now experience unprecedented
the Birdsville Hotel. Or if it's access to the iconic Heart
Reef with the launch of INSIDER TIP
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music that moves you, the At the Cairns Indigenous Art
Birdsville Big Red Bash in July Fair experience the diverse Heart Island. Starting with
is a remote, family-friendly cultures and artistic wealth a helicopter flight over the
festival which brings together City Winery Brisbane,
of Queensland Aboriginal picturesque Whitsundays, land
top Australian music acts for a Queensland on a private pontoon helipad
and Torres Strait Islander
Great Barrier Reef, three-day event. to explore the lagoon.
Queensland Foodie festivals Peoples through an impressive
Find some of the country’s program of art, dance, music,
New and improved Whitsundays fashion, talks and workshops. Brisbane’s Howard Smith
most diverse produce and Wharves has continued to
Islands Usually held in July, look out Choosing to travel with
Storytelling in the Daintree freshest seafood at a range of grow in popularity with
After a cyclone hit Australia’s for 2021 dates online. a high standard tourism
Rainforest food festivals in the sunshine
Whitsundays Islands in 2017, operator on the Great
state. In May, enjoy sand-
Indigenous people in the blow was one that could Barrier Reef means you can
on-your-feet barbecues and
Queensland have been passing have wiped out a region for play a role in protecting
chef-hosted dinners at The
down stories since before the good. Two years on and the the Reef. These operators
Noosa Food and Wine Festival
reef was born, and when you Whitsundays’ are back in help to protect reef
or in August, The Curated Plate
visit, you become part of the action and better than ever. health by adhering to
showcases produce from the
story. Hear from the land’s 2019 saw the reopening responsible practices while
Sunshine Coast hinterland
traditional owners on a guided of two Whitsunday Islands, also contributing to reef
region in a series of pop up
walk through Mossman Gorge, Daydream Island and Hayman monitoring and education,
events over four days.
where the Kuku Yalanji people Island, following extensive with accredited Master Reef
share an special relationship refurbishments, while boho- Guides often onboard tours.
with the world's oldest living chic boutique Elysian Resort
rainforest – the World Heritage on Long Island opened to
listed Daintree Rainforest. guests in late 2018.
NOOSA International
Food & Wine Festival, Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, Cairns,
Queensland Queenslandsouth
australia
South Australia is a brilliant blend of
people, produce and place. With long
summers, stunning beaches, vast outback
landscapes and long list of world-class
festivals, if you love good food, wine,
craft beers and spirits, you’ll love South
Australia. There are 18 wine regions to
choose from and you won’t have to travel
far to enjoy them.
Instagram: @southaustralia
Facebook: /seesouthaustralia
Twitter: @southaustralia
Flinders Ranges,
South AustraliaCoober Pedy
The opal capital of Australia, Coober Pedy is
a working opal-mining town on a moonlike
plain with underground homes and plenty of
local characters. It just may be Australia’s most
unusual town, with much of it built underground
including local homes, museums and churches.
Flinders Ranges,
South Australia
Eyre Peninsula
The Eyre Peninsula is Australia's major seafood
Flinders Ranges and
hub. More than 65 per cent of the nation's
seafood comes from these waters, including
green-lipped abalone, scallops, prawns, oysters
and tuna. It's also a place of extreme beauty, Outback
with a multitude of landscapes and outdoor The rugged, weathered peaks and rocky gorges
adventures on offer. of the Flinders Ranges in outback South
Australia form some of the most dramatic and
beautiful landscapes in the country. Rich in
Aboriginal history follow the scenic roads, 4WD
tracks and walking trails that crisscross this
wild countryside.
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Kangaroo Island
13 kilometres off the coast of South Australia
and 30 minutes by plane from Adelaide,
Almonta Beach, Kangaroo Island, is home to native animals,
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South Australia artisanal food, epic rock formations and epic
hotels, perched on the edge of the sea.
Salt Lake aerial, Fleurieu Peninsula
regions
South Australia On Adelaide's southern doorstep, the Fleurieu
Credit: Isaac Forman, Serio Peninsula offers a mellow Mediterranean
ambiance. You'll find dozens of white sand
beaches, undulating vineyards and farmland,
pretty coastal towns near the entrance to Bethany Wines, Barossa Valley,
South Australia
Australia's longest river, and world-renowned
wetlands.
Adelaide South Australia’s wine
South Australia’s capital, Adelaide, has
undergone a rapid transformation with a
regions
With almost half of Australia’s wine made in
burgeoning small-bar scene, world-class art and
South Australia, find iconic wine regions such
music, and a festival calendar to rival that of any
as the Barossa, McLaren Vale and Adelaide
other Australian city. Discover its laneway secrets
Hills within one hour’s drive of Adelaide.
and find delicious treats around every bend.
Further afield, the Clare Valley, Coonawarra
Pirate Life Brewing, and Riverland offer not only quality wines but
South Australia spectacular destinations to explore.
Sea Lion Pups,
South Australiasouth australia
SEE & DO DON’T MISS
Discover Australia’s lifestyle
capital: Adelaide
Visit Kangaroo Island
Affected by Australia summer
Africola,
South Australia
Credit: Ellen Morgan
IN 2020 WHAT’S NEW
With its award-winning 2019/20 bushfires, there’s Booking one of Australian 2019 saw the launch of two
wineries, world-class festivals never been a better time to Wildlife Journeys ‘conservation new tiny, super-instaworthy
and stunning landscapes, it’s plan a trip to Kangaroo Island. action days’. Play a part in CABN properties. With views
easy to see why Adelaide is
quickly becoming the lifestyle
Choosing to spend, stay and
shop locally will help the island,
EAT & DRINK the regeneration of Kangaroo
Island's unique habitat and
of McLaren Vale, find the
new CABN Kuipto (Matilda) Murray River Walk,
capital of Australia. And with which relies on travellers, to Delicious Adelaide support wildlife such as the and CABN Georgia nestled South Australia
more than 200 cellar doors thrive. With its raw and rugged A vibrant and culturally diverse endangered Kangaroo Island amongst the wilderness of
all within an hour’s drive from coastline, natural wonders and city, Adelaide is best explored Dunnart marsupial and Glossy Adelaide Hills. Both perfect
the city, visitors can enjoy wildlife, follow the road less on a culinary adventure. Bars Black-Cockatoo bird with hands- for a modern-day minimalist
South Australia will soon have
the best of both worlds. For travelled and enjoy the laid- and restaurants serve local on activities such as planting escape, it would be rude not to
a new boutique hotel with the
a different perspective on back island lifestyle. You can produce alongside local wines and biodiversity observation. pour a glass of wine from this
final redevelopment stage at
Adelaide and its surrounds, get to Kangaroo Island via ferry and spirits. Dine at one of the famed region as you sit back
award-winning Mount Lofty
travellers can scale the unique with Sealink or KI Connect, or many modern restaurants such and relax to the sounds of the
House underway. Named
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roofline of Adelaide Oval for fly with QantasLink. as the African-inspired Africola native wildlife.
‘Sequoia’, the development,
breathtaking 360-degree or head to Adelaide Central which will sit separate from
FOR 2021
views of the city. Experience the outback Market, or at Lot.100 in the Ranges to River is the new
Mount Lofty House, will include
Outback South Australia is a Adelaide Hills for incredibly eight day 80-kilometre
15 luxury villas positioned
Head to the coastline and enjoy vast land of red dirt, grassy fresh, locally soured produce. walking experience connecting
Between February and March on the front escarpment of
the oceans many delights plains, waterholes and rugged the only two Great Walks of
watch as Adelaide turns into a Mount Lofty Estate offering
Australia in South Australia,
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The South Australian coastline hills patrolled by emus, cultural hub. Engage the mind unparalleled views of the
kangaroos and wedge-tailed The Arkaba Walk and Murray
combines long stretches with arts at Adelaide Festival, Piccadilly Valley. Each of the
eagles. Among the highlights River Walk. Departing from
of white-sand beaches, experience a riotous month of spacious villas will feature
are the craggy red mountains Arkaba Homestead, walkers
dramatic clifftop scenery, cabaret, circus and comedy at private balconies overlooking
and ancient gorges that make will experience great food,
and a sparkling ocean full of the Adelaide Fringe Festival the valley and fireplaces.
wine and a comfortable bed
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dolphins and whales. Swim up the Flinders Ranges, a or head to WOMADelaide for a
spiritual place known for the along the journey, as they
with dolphins, sea lions or cage music and dance extravaganza.
pass through the spectacular
dive with great white sharks.
Delve a bit deeper and the
giant natural amphitheatre,
Wilpena Pound. Further inland, From March - April (TBC) follow
Flinders Rangers, River
Red Gums and the rolling
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pristine waters reveal a wealth Lake Eyre in flood is a sight produce from paddock to plate
not to be missed. The huge floodplains of the Murray River.
of delectable seafood, including and celebrate of the real food
scallops, Southern rock lobster, salt lake changes from white d’Arenberg Cube, heroes of South Australia at
to pink to blue and attracts South Australia Tasting Australia - an eating
Coffin Bay oysters, blue
swimmer crabs and more. waterbirds in their thousands. and drinking festival true to
Drink your way across the great
Australia’s culture, producers and
wine capital of Australia
regions with a host of intimate
Enjoy cool-climate wine in events across the state. Adelaide prides itself on
the Adelaide Hills, taste bold being a '20-minute city',
Barossa Valley reds and don’t where you can hit the
leave without first visiting beach, hills or vineyards
the iconic d’Arenberg Cube in that time. Start your
in McLaren Vale; a family- morning with a dip at
owned winery producing Glenelg beach, stop in for
internationally renowned lunch at one of the many
red wines. Visit their cellar inner city cafes then head
door on the top level of this off to enjoy afternoon wine
architectural masterpiece, tastings at one of Adelaide
with panoramic views over the Hills vineyards such as Bird
surrounding vineyards. in Hand.
Wilpena Pound Resort, Exceptional Kangaroo Island,
South Australia South Australiatasmania
An antidote to a mass-produced modern
world, come to Tasmania to indulge
in history, vast wilderness areas,
spectacular mountains, small-scale
production of food, wine and spirits, and
intimate meetings with friendly locals.
Home to just over 500,000 people, the
air is fresh, the water clear, the wildlife
abundant and the way of life gives you
space to simply pause, reconnect and
take a breath.
Instagram: @tasmania
Facebook: /tasmania
Twitter: @tasmania
Mt Amos,
TasmaniaLaunceston
and North
With the wild Bass Strait on
the doorstep of Launceston,
Tasmania's northern cities
including Devonport and
Burnie are home to secluded
beaches, tranquil waterways
and coastal views. And with
a wealth of wineries, it offers
the perfect blend of nature
and culture.
Pipers Brook Vineyard, Cape Grim cave,
Tasmania Tasmania
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East Coast West Coast North West
Sample the splendours of Home to untamed rivers, Full of colour and flavour,
Tasmania’s stunning east ancient pine trees and giant Tasmania's north-west is the
coast, from seafood and sand dunes, the west coast gateway to some of Tasmania's
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wine, to lush rainforest is at the heart of Tasmania's most beautiful natural places.
and powder-white beaches. wilderness. Challenge the Find classic coastal drives,
Starting at Hobart, venture infamous Franklin River food trails, national parks,
north through spectacular on a white-water rafting nature reserves and with the
national parks, along surreal expedition, cruise down the world’s cleanest air found at
regions
River Derwent,
coastline, then finish in the majestic Gordon River, hike the northwestern tip on the
Tasmania remarkable Bay of Fires. through age-old rainforest and Cape Grim Peninsula, you’ll
visit historic mining towns. breath easy.
Hobart and South
Australia’s littlest capital city punches well
above its weight when it comes to fine dining,
cultural attractions, and stunning natural
beauty. In Hobart savour delicious local produce
then head out of town to take in incredible
views from Mount Wellington or spend the day
exploring windswept Bruny Island.
Mt Wellington, The Gardens, Bay of Fires,
Tasmania Tasmania Nelson Falls, Franklin River,
Tasmaniatasmania
SEE & DO DON’T MISS
Tasmania’s charming capital:
Hobart
IN 2020
Nestled between a mountain Tasmanian Whisky Week.
and a river, Hobart is Mona, From 10 - 16 August celebrate
Tasmania Tasmania's thriving whisky
home to a diverse range of
experiences. Wander among industry with over 20 events Dark Mofo,
which take place across the Tasmania
the city's beautiful sandstone
colonial architecture, drive Hike pristine wilderness in island. Visit renowned local
through wilderness to the comfort distilleries to see firsthand why
summit of Mount Wellington Home to some of Australia’s Tasmania is the whisky capital
or take in the view at one of best walks, Tasmania has of Australia.
Hobart’s acclaimed eateries long led the charge for soft Tasmania is one of the
or wine bars. No trip would adventure and eco-tourism. largest conservation areas
be complete without a visit
to The Museum of Old and
Classics include the world
famous six-day Overland Track
in Australia, with almost
20% of the state World
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New Art. Jump on the ferry through Cradle Mountain-Lake Heritage Listed wilderness. FOR 2021
in the city centre to arrive at
this multi-tiered museum cut
St Clair National Park (Cradle
Mountain Huts Walk),the Each winter, Dark Mofo takes
over the city of Hobart and its
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into sandstone cliffs, with a four-day Freycinet Experience
collection of provocative art. Walk that takes in the iconic surrounds. This three-week art
Wineglass Bay, and the four and music winter solstice festival wukalina walk,
delves into winter-solstice rituals Tasmania
Meet the Tassie locals
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day Bay of Fires Lodge Walk
along secluded beaches on the and explores themes such as
Tasmania is a natural haven
north-east coast. religion, nature, darkness, light,
for Australian wildlife.
death and renewal through Looking to restore the
Bennetts wallabies, seals, The Agrarian Kitchen creative expression. soul? Pumphouse Point
penguins and wedge-tailed Eatery & Store,
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EAT & DRINK
eagles can be found without Tasmania retreat sits in the middle
of Lake St Clair in isolation
WHAT’S NEW
venturing too far from the
cities. Maria Island is a or sink into the King Billy
Undeniably Tasmanian flavour Derwent Valley less than two Ship Inn Stanley, Suite outdoor tub at the
known wombat haven, rare hours away, and Bruny Island Tasmania
white wallabies call Bruny In recent years, young chefs Located in the historic docks luxurious Cradle Mountain
lured to the island has led Cheese Co. on windswept of Salamanca Place, Moss is Lodge (if you’re lucky, it will
Island home and the iconic outpost of Bruny Island a two-
Tasmanian devil who whilst to a new wave of bars and Hobart’s newest boutique in Tasmania and has already be sprinkling with snow).
restaurants opening. Fico, a hour drive, gems can be found hotel. Set in Georgian garnered a top international
nocturnal and shy, can be across the island.
found at wildlife parks across small bistro in the centre of sandstone warehouses and architecture award for its Tasmania's north-east
Tasmania like Bonorong or the Hobart, is one such example that designed with a nature- exquisitely considered krakani offers a range of walks to
was opened in 2016 by returned Be seduced by seafood inspired concept, Moss offers lumi lodge. explore some of the world’s
Tasmanian Devil Unzoo.
locals. While it might be inspired Fresh seafood is a known staple 41-rooms with high timber largest and tallest trees.
by the dining rooms of Europe, of the local’s diet. To eat as beams, internal greenery and In the historic village of One of the lesser known
it’s undeniably Tasmanian in the locals, do, take a Pennicott sun-drenched balconies. Stanley, in far north-west walks is the Blue Tier Giant
flavour and approach. Wilderness Journeys Tasmanian Tasmania, and nestled at or 'Big Tree' walk. The walk
Seafood Seduction Tour from Tasmania’s offering to the base of the Nut, a sheer- descends through huge
Beyond Hobart there are Hobarts docks and enjoy a fresh adventure travellers has been sided bluff, travellers will eucalypts, musk, myrtle,
myriad foodie experiences underwater banquet pulled elevated yet again. Wukalina find newly opened Ship Inn mosses and ferns to the
worth traveling for. From Willie straight from the ocean. On walk, a four-day guided walk Stanley. A boutique guest majesty of the Blue Tier
Smith’s Apple Shed in the this day-long tour you'll harvest based around the landscape house with seven luxurious Giant, the widest living
delightful Huon Valley, just 30 oysters straight from the farm of the larapuna (Bay of Fires) suites, guests are immersed tree in Australia. This
minutes from the city centre, and feast on crayfish, sea urchin and wukalina (Mount William) in local narrative and enjoy massive Eucalyptus regnans
to Agrarian Kitchen Cooking and abalone caught by before is the first Indigenous-owned characters that reflect the has a girth measuring an
Tasmanian Devil joeys, School & Farm in the tranquil your eyes by a local diver. and operated tourism venture history of the township. amazing 19.4 metres.
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