Author: Maria Kakani
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Lewisham Awards 2023: guide to Auckland food & drink scene
New Zealand is renowned for its picture-perfect landscapes and views, but every committed foodie knows that Auckland’s food scene is the true hidden gem. With an array of dynamic chefs and innovative restaurateurs, there is a delicious surprise down every street and around every corner. Dubbed Auckland’s hospitality Oscars, the Lewisham Awards are a means…
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New South Wales winners at the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards
The Qantas Australian National Tourism Awards are the most prestigious tourism awards in Australia, recognising the best tours and attractions in the country. To win at a national level, finalists must first win Gold in their respective states. Here’s five of the NSW award winners from 2023, announced in March, 2024. Australian Reptile Park Somersby…
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Subiaco’s small bars for a drink beyond the CBD
Whether you want to wind down after a long day, catch up with friends or party the night away, keep your drinks flowing at these charming small bars in the heart of Subiaco. Bar Loiter at Dilly Dally Nestled in the back of Rokeby Road restaurant Dilly Dally, Bar Loiter welcomes you to a cosy,…
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Best Wildflower Trails in the Coral Coast: it’s closer and easier than you think
Anyone lucky enough to have experienced the Coral Coast’s amazing wildflower country in full bloom will tell extraordinary tales about long sunny days driving and walking through fields drenched in colour. It’s a once per year experience and located just a few hours’ drive north of Perth, it’s closer than you think. The Coral Coast…
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WA Bonsai Association President tells how to grow a WA native Bonsai
As we come out of self-isolation, the moment may have passed, but if you are looking for a lasting hobby to remind you of the time that was COVID-19, a native bonsai may be for you. The oldest bonsai in the world is estimated at 1000 years old. In WA, Dianne, President of the Bonsai…
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From sailing to skating; school holiday activities in Mandurah
The school holidays are just around the corner, meaning it’s time to start planning your winter getaway with the family. You won’t need to travel too far to find your next family vacation spot, with Mandurah offering some awesome kid-friendly experiences. Spend some quality time with your kids and enjoy the wonderful world of Mandurah…
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Get out and about in WA with Spring into Parks!
The WA Parks Foundation’s popular Spring into Parks campaign is back with treks, tours, events and activities for everyone! Connect with Western Australia’s spectacular parks and natural areas to enjoy the health and wellness benefits that come from spending time outside. Running from September until November, the Spring into Parks campaign features over 350 activities…
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Vibrant and Charming towns to visit in the Perth Hills
Experience a country charm across the character townships of the vibrant Perth Hills. Armadale Nestled in Perth’s south-eastern suburbs and flanked by the Darling Scarp, the Armadale region is steeped in history, encompassing Kelmscott, one of WA’s oldest towns. Stop in at the Armadale visitor centre on Jull Street for a wealth of information,…
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WA’s finest restaurants revealed by Gourmet Traveller
What better place to enjoy amazing food than in one of Perth’s best and hottest restaurants for 2023. Here’s ten of Perth’s best restaurants that are well worth a visit according to Gourmet Traveller. Lulu La Delizia Subiaco Lulu La Delizia won Gourmet Traveller’s 2023 WA Restaurant of the Year award. Located in the heart…
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Five fantastic family-owned wineries in the Swan Valley
The Swan Valley is filled with incredible wineries and places to visit, but nothing embodies the wine-making spirit more than a family-owned winery. Steeped in history and filled to the brim with stories to tell, here are five of our favourite family-owned wineries that are well worth a visit, and a tasting too. Garbin Estate…