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Marvellous Mackay

Once known as the sugar capital of Australia, Mackay offers some sweet retreats for travellers looking to enjoy tropical ambience and natural beauty. Picturesque coastline, sea views, marine life,...

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North Island Road Trip Day 1: Wellington to Palmerston North

Distance: 140km Approximate Driving Time: 2 hours 10 mins Donkeys at Owlcatraz Road trip! The last time my kids heard those words we embarked on a two week epic journey around the South Island. By the...

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North Island Road Trip Day 2: Palmerston North to Napier

Distance: 177km Approximate Driving Time: 2 hours 30 mins Tom Parker Fountain, Napier Our delicious cooked breakfast was delivered to our rooms at the Comfort Inn Kauri Court the next morning. The...

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North Island Road Trip Day 3: Napier to Rotorua

Distance: 219km Approximate Driving Time: 3 hours Penguins at The National Aquarium of New Zealand After a superb night’s rest at the Econo Lodge Napier (we were all so comfortable that we overslept),...

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North Island Road Trip Day 4: Rotorua to Taupo

Distance: 81km Approximate Driving Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Skyline Rotorua A great continental breakfast delivered to our unit at the Econo Lodge Cleveland set us up for a busy day ahead. Having the...

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North Island Road Trip Day 5: Taupo to Wellington

Distance: 371km Approximate Driving Time: 5 hours 5 minutes Lake Taupo It may have been a cold and stormy winter’s night but we were toasty warm throughout. After a superb night’s rest at the Comfort...

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Discover Warwick QLD

Queen Mary’s Falls Warwick, an area rich with history, natural beauty and distinctive streetscapes is a great place to explore, relax and rejuvenate. Located in the heart of Southern Queensland,...

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Arts & Culture of Nelson

Kyak the Abel Tasman National Park Nelson, the main urban hub at the top of the South Island, is known as the creative arts capital of New Zealand. The majestic area is home to over 300 working artists...

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Discover Christchurch

Chirstchurch Botanical Gardens Located on the eastern coast of New Zealand’s South Island, Christchurch is known as the garden city of the Canterbury Plains. Whether you are planning a weekend trip and...

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Marilyn Monroe in Bendigo

Bendigo Art Gallery and Twentieth Century Fox present Marilyn Monroe in a world first exhibition from the 5th of March to the 10th of July 2016. The comprehensive collection moulds together iconic and...

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Melbourne Street Art

For years the art emerging from Melbourne’s street scene has astonished and inspired many locals and travellers from afar. The rich urban city culture has become internationally recognised for their...

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Northern Rivers Markets

The Northern Rivers Region, from Ballina to Tweed Heads on the north coast of New South Wales is filled with markets held every weekend as well as weekday Farmers Markets. It’s a great place to meet...

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Napier, Art Deco Capital

New Zealand’s Art Deco Capital, Napier, is a premier location to experience beautifully-preserved 1930s architecture, and to enjoy historical tours, shopping and events on a world-class scale. Located...

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Glebe Markets

The Glebe Markets are one of Sydney’s most established and well known Saturday markets. From 10am to 4pm every Saturday, over 150 stalls are set up with many enticing goodies on offer. Make sure you...

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Riccarton Attractions

Riccarton is a bustling city suburb located on the western side of Christchurch. Well known for its great selection of eateries, this busy thoroughfare is not only a great place to dine, but makes an...

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Top 5 Things to do in Ballina

Loved for its relaxed seaside atmosphere, Ballina is known as the social and commercial hub of the far north coast region of New South Wales. Located on the mouth of the Richmond River, Ballina has a...

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Bushwalking in Riccarton

Exploring Christchurch’s Natural Beauty – On Foot Christchurch is renowned as the city of gardens and many people make their way there for the simple pleasure of strolling through the many beautiful...

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Dubbo in Spring

When it comes to springtime, Dubbo knows how to entertain with a jam packed event line-up to entertain all. Known as one of the friendliest destinations in New South Wales, Dubbo has a charm that...

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Geelong Ghosts

Geelong is known for their complex historic background and buildings. Recently they started to reinvent these old, industrial spaces by transforming them into creative hubs, urban precincts and...

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School Holidays in Wellington

With school holidays just around the corner, Wellington offers some fun creative learning activities great for the whole family. Ride the Historic Wellington Cable Car Dating back over 100 years, the...

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