Local Travel

A New Murray River Cruise Aboard the Historic PS Emmylou Will Launch Next Year

Travelmarvel has launched a new river cruising tour along the iconic Murray River. The Reflections of the Murray River tour, now open for bookings, offers an exclusive four-night journey aboard the PS Emmylou, a charming wood-fired paddle steamer, departing in August 2025. In collaboration with Murray River Paddlesteamers, this small group tour promises travellers an…

2 days agoByJohn Taylor

Victoria

Open Gardens Victoria Launches a Stunning Spring Season

Open Gardens Victoria is ready to unveil a vibrant and diverse collection of gardens across regional Victoria. From native landscapes on the Bass Coast to meticulously crafted farm gardens in the Western District, the 2024 season promises to inspire visitors with its mix of professionally designed landscapes, historic properties, and unique home gardens. This year's…

2 days agoByBen Tyers

Events New South Wales

Parkes Elvis Festival Returns for 2025 with 1960s Flair

Get ready to shake, rattle, and roll—Parkes Elvis Festival is back for its 32nd year, running from 8–12 January 2025. With the theme Easy Come, Easy Go, the festival promises a groovy tribute to Elvis Presley’s 1960s era, packed with concerts, markets, and some exciting new surprises. More than 25,000 Elvis fans are expected to…

3 days agoByBen Tyers

Tasmania

Bird in Hand to Transform Hospitality at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

Award-winning winery Bird in Hand is set to bring its exceptional food and wine experiences to the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, starting in early 2025. The South Australian-based brand will take over the Gardens' hospitality operations, offering a tasting room, exclusive culinary events, and managing the on-site restaurant and kiosk. Additionally, Bird in Hand will…

3 days agoByBen Tyers

History Victoria

Harry Houdini Flew a Flimsy Aircraft in Diggers Rest. But Was He Really the First to Fly in Australia?

Six years after the Wright Brothers made the world’s first controlled, sustained flight of an engine-powered aircraft in the US, Harry Houdini—yes, that Houdini, the famous Hungarian-American escape artist and stunt performer—set a similarly impressive record in the small town of Diggers Rest, Victoria. Diggers Rest is now considered an outer Melbourne suburb, at about…

4 days agoByPhoebe Hartley

Western Australia

A Guide to Western Australia’s Big Things

Our search for each state’s wildest and wackiest Big Things continues. Having already written about our favourite Big Things you can visit in South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, it’s time to head West. Western Australia has a healthy supply of Big Things worth discovering, including the Big Camera in Meckering and The…

18 September 2024ByTobias Handke

Western Australia

The Best Small Towns to Visit in Western Australia

Western Australia might be the country's largest state but its population is just a mere 2.5 million, with 75% of those living in its capital, Perth. This is due to WA’s vast desert landscape, with much of the state receiving little to no rainfall, making it almost uninhabitable. But it’s not all arid climates and…

16 September 2024ByTobias Handke

Victoria

Waterfalls, Watering Holes, and Where to Find Them in Macedon Ranges

Humans are drawn to live near bodies of water. Perhaps it is an instinctual thing because we are seventy percent water; it nourishes us and is calming. The Macedon Ranges region and surrounds are home to various waterfalls and watering holes which provide its residents and visitors alike with this sense of calm, or a…

14 September 2024ByKat Buttigieg

Events Victoria

Shedfest 2024: Yarra Valley’s Ultimate Spring Wine Festival Returns

Shedfest, the highly anticipated spring wine festival, is set to return to the Yarra Valley on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October. This beloved event brings together friends, families, and even your four-legged companions for a weekend of wine tasting, gourmet bites, live music, and beautiful views. What to Expect at Shedfest 2024 Fourteen boutique…

12 September 2024ByJohn Taylor

Accomodation Victoria

Combine Footy Fever and a Grampians Getaway with Tiny Away’s Grand Final Escape

As the AFL Grand Final approaches, fans are being offered the chance to experience the big day in an unforgettable way. Tiny house accommodation provider Tiny Away has launched an exclusive AFL Grand Final escape package at their Grampians Edge tiny home, combining the thrill of the game with a serene getaway in the heart…

12 September 2024ByBen Tyers

Events New South Wales

Broken Heel’s Fiery Farewell (For Now)

When you think of a remote outback town famed for its history of mining and unionism, visuals of drag queens dancing on a giant stiletto float, parading down the main street probably isn’t what comes to mind. But in celebration of Priscilla Queen of The Desert’s ‘dirty thirtieth’ birthday this year, that’s exactly what you’d have witnessed…

11 September 2024ByEm Jensen

Victoria

Thrift Your Way Through Castlemaine

If you ask a local, they’ll tell you the way to pronounce the first ‘a’ in Castlemaine is short and staccato, like a pouncing ‘cat’. But if you put the question to a different local, they may swear sideways that in fact the ‘a’ is longer and posher, as in ‘glass’. Sitting pretty on Dja…

5 September 2024ByPhoebe Hartley

Victoria

Where to See the Best Spring Flowers in Victoria

Wander through Victoria's blossoming landscapes this spring, where the region’s flora takes centre stage. With flower shows, festivals, and historic gardens in full bloom, there’s no better time to explore the state’s vibrant natural beauty. Explore Victoria’s Iconic Gardens Victoria is home to a diverse range of gardens, each offering a unique floral experience. In…

4 September 2024ByJohn Taylor

History Northern Territory South Australia

From Desert Tracks to Steel Rails: The History of The Ghan

Travelling Australia by train is a remarkable way to explore the country in comfort and style, with The Ghan one of the nation’s, if not the world’s, great train journeys. Celebrating its 95th anniversary this year, The Ghan is a national treasure with a rich locomotive history that every Australian should experience once in their…

2 September 2024ByTobias Handke

Events Victoria

CherryHill Orchards Welcomes Back the Beloved Blossom Festival

Spring in the Yarra Valley just got a little sweeter as CherryHill Orchards announced the return of its iconic Blossom Festival, running from 14 September to 6 October 2024. This year, the festival has found a new home in CherryHill’s expansive 100-acre Coldstream orchard, offering visitors an unforgettable experience amidst the breathtaking cherry blossoms. A…

30 August 2024ByJohn Taylor

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