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The new Kata Tjuta to Uluru walk in the Northern Territory.

Ten years in the making, Australia’s epic new hike is more than just a walk

With 38 kilometres of new track through previously inaccessible outback, along with hotel-quality overnight stays, this Australian trek is like no other.

  • Jane Reddy

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Western Arrernte artist Albert Namatjira painted some 2000 pictures of the West MacDonnell Ranges.

The part of Australia so beautiful it defies explanation

In the outback, some secrets remain secret. I come away from it understanding that this part of Australia isn’t a place to be explained. It’s a place to simply be present.

  • Julietta Jameson
The Tasmanian Walking Company’s five-day, 54-kilometre Uluru Kakararra Trail includes 38 kilometres of new track.

Ten years in the making, Australia’s epic new hike connects two icons

The just-opened five-day, 54-kilometre trail includes 38 kilometres of new track across rolling sand dunes on land belonging to traditional owners.

  • Jane Reddy
King Federik X and Queen Mary pose for photos in front of Uluru.

Frederik and Mary visit Australia’s best known landmark

The Danish royals have kicked off their first official Australian trip since taking the throne. The visit isn’t all about sightseeing and photo opportunities, however.

  • Tess Ikonomou and Aaron Bunch
Ayers Rock Resort.

Seeing Australia’s big attractions could soon get much easier

Journey Beyond’s acquisition of Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia means cross-country rail trips, Uluru and a reef escape could all be part of one itinerary.

  • Julietta Jameson
The writer wearing her late-father’s retro Northern Terrority t-shirt.

After Dad died, I found his retro T-shirt. Then a surprise email was the sign I needed

It was the catalyst for a transformative trip.

  • Genevieve Quigley
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King Charles III  meets Anangu Traditional Owners at the Australian High Commission in London.

‘Come and visit’: Indigenous elders meet the King – and say he’s welcome back at Uluru

King Charles spoke to Anangu leaders to mark the 40th anniversary of the day the Australian government handed Uluru back to its traditional owners, who say they would love to host him on a return visit.

  • David Crowe
Kata Tjuta.

Epic multi-day hike to launch inside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Developed in consultation with traditional owners, the all-inclusive trek offers an intimate experience of two of Australia’s greatest natural wonders.

  • Julietta Jameson
A deluge in the desert created short-lived waterfalls at Uluru. Nearby Yulara Airport weather station recorded 31.6mm to 9am Tuesday and another 6.8mm to 9am Wednesday, but the rain has now stopped. Vision - rachelcrowley_ / instagram
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Spring rainfall at Uluru

A deluge in the desert created short-lived waterfalls at Uluru. Nearby Yulara Airport weather station recorded 31.6mm to 9am Tuesday and another 6.8mm to 9am Wednesday, but the rain has now stopped. Vision - rachelcrowley_ / instagram

Rain and thunderstorms have drenched parts of central Australia in the last couple of days, causing waterfalls to cascade down the sides of Uluru following the monolith’s best September rain on record. Vision - rachelcrowley_ / instagram
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Rain on the rock

Rain and thunderstorms have drenched parts of central Australia in the last couple of days, causing waterfalls to cascade down the sides of Uluru following the monolith’s best September rain on record. Vision - rachelcrowley_ / instagram