Destinations
Gallery: Mt Augustus National Park
Surrounded by desert, Mt Augustus is a colossus that transports walkers through ages past and present.
Tag: outback
Adventure
Paddling through the desert
The idea of paddling down the Cooper Creek in the Central Australian outback was madness. And yet, thanks to La Niña rains, it was not only possible but appealing.
Wildlife
The mysterious marsupial mole
Known as kakarratul and itjaritjari to Aboriginal people, the marsupial mole of the dune deserts is a wonderful example of evolution in action.
Destinations
Broken Hill: A thriving outback town
At one time, Broken Hill produced one-third of the world’s silver. Absent for decades, heavy rainfall has brought the region bursting back into vibrant life in 2011.
Destinations
Top 10 Australian outback towns to visit
Easy to overlook but endlessly rewarding to explore, here are 10 Australian outback destinations that are must-sees on any trip.
Destinations
Gallery: Top 10 Australian outback towns
Big cities and iconic landscapes often draw the biggest tourist crowds, but if you’re prepared to get off the beaten track you can find some of Australia’s greatest gems. Here are 10 outback towns that should be fighting for prime position on your bucket list.
Destinations
Gallery: Kakadu National Park
Each year The Wet rejuvenates the region of Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory.
Destinations
Top tips for remote 4WD trips
Make your off-road trip a fun and safe one with these tips for remote driving.
Destinations
Queensland’s outback legends in Longreach
Visit the home of Qantas and where Waltzing Matilda was born.
Destinations
Australia’s best 4WD tracks
If you’re keen on leaving the bitumen for the dirt, these are the best off-road driving tracks in Australia.