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The sweet life: Top things to do in Mackay

Picturesque coastline, epic national parks, and incredible wildlife viewing are all within easy reach of the palm-lined streets of Mackay’s city centre, which is dotted with Art Deco architecture and opportunities for al fresco dining. Here are some of the top things to do in Mackay. Book your stay with Choice Hotels. 1. Splash down...

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The best things to do in Ballarat

Ballarat in Central Victoria has a rich history to explore and one of the best preserved Victorian-era cityscapes in Australia. The city was built on the back of the gold rush of the 1850s and 60s, and today it offers an array of heritage attractions and things to do. And at just an hour-and-a-half’s drive...

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Top things to do in Hervey Bay: Holiday haven

Tucked away on Queensland’s shimmering Fraser Coast in the Wide Bay–Burnett region, Hervey Bay is a holiday retreat that will leave you feeling refreshed and revitalised. Roughly four hours’ drive (with breaks) north of Brisbane, Hervey Bay is perhaps best known as the home of humpback whale watching, and as the gateway to UNESCO World Heritage-listed...

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Step back in time at the Port Arthur Historic Site

The Port Arthur Historic Site is dominated by striking 19th century stone architecture, which contrasts with the Tasman Peninsula’s tranquil natural beauty. A visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed site is a truly unique tourism experience and a window onto our convict past. Here are some tips for things to see and do at the...

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Top things to do in Warrnambool: Historic coastal retreat

Warrnambool sits at the western end of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road, and attracts almost a million visitors a year. That’s not surprising, given this small coastal city is either the beginning or the end of a drive along this world famous stretch of coastline. But what may surprise you is just how much there is...

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Top things to do in Taree and the Manning River Valley

Visitors to Taree are spoilt for choice for stunning natural landscapes to enjoy, with national parks, waterfalls, rivers, rainforest and sweeping coastline all within easy reach. This regional city of 20,000 people lies in the fertile Manning River Valley, just a short drive inland from the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. The area...

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Classic road trip series: Explore Central Victoria

The state is dotted with historic country cities and towns, and you never have to travel too far to see something amazing. Here we bring you some Central Victoria road trip ideas. Start your journey with a couple of days in cosmopolitan Melbourne, then hit the open road! Melbourne Melbourne has been ranked the world’s...

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Tips for following the Benalla street art and silo trail

A regional farming town in north-east Victoria might not be the place you would expect to find a world-class street art scene. But tiny Benalla (population roughly 10,000) has exactly that, and is rapidly laying claim to the title of regional street art capital of Australia. Here are some tips for seeing the best Benalla...

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Great things to do in Margaret River: Wine, food and fun

Whether it’s trekking, caving, sampling world-class wine, or tantalising your tastebuds with gourmet fare, you’ll be spoilt for choice for things to do in amazing Margaret River. Located three hours’ drive south of Perth, this is the ultimate Western Australian short-break destination. Margaret River is close enough to the capital to be doable in a...

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Top things to do in Toowoomba on a first-time visit

Those in need of some R&R in South East Queensland should make a bee-line for the ‘garden city’ of Toowoomba. Just one-and-a-half-hours’ drive west of Brisbane, this regional centre is the perfect short break destination. Situated on the top of the Great Dividing Range, and overlooking the rolling pastures and bushland reserves of the Lockyer Valley, Toowoomba...

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