Uluru
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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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
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
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- Royalty
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
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
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
‘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
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
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 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