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11 November 2009, Food & Wine

Gourmet Luxury

 'Modern Australian' cuisine is more likely to include tastes of Asia, Europe and every corner of the world. Eating at our restaurants showcases a melange of cuisines, fresh produce and the innovative way we serve it up. More...

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6 August 2009, Aboriginal Australia

Aboriginal Australia

The world’s most ancient living culture, Australia’s indigenous people, have a continuous history spanning at least 50,000 years. Theirs is the oldest story on Earth, providing an irrevocable understanding of our land, its spirituality and wonder. More...

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4 August 2009, Cities

Cities

Our vibrant cities best show off the Australian genius for blending a world of influence in lifestyle and culture. The eight capitals showcase our fresh uniquely Australian style. More...

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30 July 2009, Food and wine

Food and Wine

Food, wine and lifestyle are the articulation of Australian culture, the way we live, work and play. Our food and wine have become one of the best ways to get to know us. More...

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28 July 2009, Nature

Nature

From the smallest wonders of our tropical fish, rare plants, birds and gems, to world treasures like the Great Barrier Reef, Uluru and Kakadu National Park, the country is a spectacular canvas of nature's finest work. More...

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23 July 2009, Outback

The Outback

The Outback is our ultimate mystery. It’s a massive place where the immense distances, raw nature and vast emptiness of our land are most impressive, yet you won’t find it on any map. More...

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20 July 2009, Coastal Lifestyle

Coastal Lifestyle

Whoever said "Life's a beach" must have been referring to Australia. We gravitate to the coast any chance we get; it's part of our love of the great outdoors and our laid back lifestyle. More...

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13 June 2009, Major Event

ATE 2009 - Facts & Figures

The Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) is Australia’s premier tourism trade event and the largest international travel trade show in the southern hemisphere. More...

15 June 2009, National Landscape

Kangaroo Island

When the English explorer Matthew Flinders landed on the large, rugged island off the coast of South Australia in the early 1800s, it did not take him long to decide what to call it. The marsupials hopping about were so abundant; the captain christened it Kangaroo Island. More...

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18 May 2009, Food and Wine

Pick, catch and cook

Australia has many beautiful flavours, and they’re not just in the restaurants and food stores. They’re dangling from vines, hanging on trees and hiding in rock pools. Go direct to the source and you can pick, pluck and catch your own food for a fresh and fun taste of Australia. More...

16 April 2009, Cities

Architecture

Our cities each have their own unique character. Most are set on the water, but each has its own special mix of the old and the new where high rise skyscrapers blend with Victorian and Georgian architecture and modern architectural centrepieces. More...

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