Are you ready to take on the Scenic Rim Trail… solo?

The Scenic Rim Trail has long been the gold standard of Queensland hiking. Four days traversing World Heritage-listed rainforest, sleeping in remote eco-lodges, waking up to views that make you question why you live anywhere near a city – it’s…
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10 cities to visit if you love architecture

There are so many reasons to travel – new people to meet, new foods to eat, new experiences to be had. But beyond the landmarks and tourist traps, the most interesting cities – especially for design lovers – are the…
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scout about: Lennox Head

Welcome to scout about, our series exploring the small (but mighty) regional towns around the Gold Coast. This time, we’re driving past Byron Bay to somewhere a little more serene – where you can be floating on a tea tree…
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Historic towns that are worth the drive

Australia’s coastal capitals tend to get all the spotlight, but we’re making the case for places where things move a little… slower. Step back in time with a visit to one of Australia’s best historic towns. What makes a town…
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Australia’s best beaches – officially?

If you needed an excuse to plan a beach day (as if), consider this it. Tourism Australia has released its official ranking of the country’s best beaches – and some are right on our doorstep. The tourism body has tapped…
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