Most Australian road trip plans begin with the same handful of cities. Sydney for the harbour. Melbourne for the coffee. Cairns for the reef. Brisbane for the easy access to the coast. Darwin gets brought up far less often, which is strange when you look at what sits within a day's drive of it.
The decision to apply for a partner visa is an important step in the lives of couples who want to stay together and build their lives in Australia. Transitioning from a temporary partner visa (subclass 820) to a permanent partner visa (subclass 801) is a staged process, with the final stage differing from its predecessor in both requirements and timeframes.
Understanding what they are going to face prepares applicants to calmly and effortlessly move through each stage of the process.
Australia is a great starting point for anyone new to kayaking. Think calm rivers, sheltered bays, and reef-lined coastlines. You can focus on your technique while enjoying spectacular scenery, whether you’re gliding past city skylines or hovering above corals.
This guide covers some of the best places to try and the basic gear you should bring, so your first few trips feel safe and enjoyable.
Australia is more than golden beaches, city streets, and outback horizons. It also has some of the globe's most famous wine regions. From rolling vineyards tucked in coastal valleys to heritage estates among bushland, each pour is a story of place, climate, and craftsmanship. A trip to these destinations can offer a wine tasting tour, as well as a chance to engage with the country's culture and meet the keen winemakers who keep those traditions alive.
Sydney Harbour—a dazzling panorama of iconic landmarks and postcard-perfect beauty—beckons travelers worldwide. But for the discerning adventurer seeking an escape beyond the ordinary, a private yacht charter unlocks a treasure trove of hidden gems.
Here's the latest commission by the Museum of Underwater Art, located in Townsville, North Queensland, on the Great Barrier Reef.
Here's the latest addition to the Museum of Underwater Art, located in Townsville, North Queensland, on the Great Barrier Reef. It is Australia's only underwater museum, and the latest project by one of our very favorite artists, Jason deCaires Taylor (read our articles about his global underwater art here, and explore ALL of the underwater museums here).
To our Wandering Educator community,
History, animals, tennis, cricket, art, festivals, history, museums, culinary delights, beaches, music, and cafés around every corner...where are you? Why, Melbourne, of course! This city is an incredible place to visit, as there is so much to see and do.
Besides the aforementioned, Melbourne is packed with quirky treats.
Here are a dozen of our favorites: