Cairns Tops Airport Convenience Index as Melbourne Parking Costs Jump 42%

Cairns has taken the top spot in iSelect's 2026 Airport Convenience Index, while Melbourne ranked last after a 42% rise in parking costs. The travel insurance comparison service ranked 11 major Australian airports on parking costs and availability, transport costs, distance to the CBD, passenger volumes and airport size.

Melbourne Skydeck Launches Winter School Holiday Family Offer

Melbourne Skydeck is offering discounted family bundles, optional attraction upgrades and parking savings during the 2026 winter school holidays.

Melbourne Skydeck has launched a winter school holiday promotion offering discounted family admission to the Southern Hemisphere’s highest observation deck.

Victoria’s Heartland promotes winter events, new openings and regional stays

Victoria’s Heartland has released its winter tourism program, highlighting new openings, regional festivals, food events and accommodation offers across Daylesford, Hepburn Springs, Castlemaine, Maryborough and the Macedon Ranges.

Miettas opens at The Queenscliff Hotel

Miettas, the highly anticipated fine dining destination at The Queenscliff Hotel, officially opens its doors tomorrow, offering an intimate dining experience inspired by Italian tradition and local produce. 

Bendigo Blooms as Regional City with Spring Events

The Bendigo Region’s annual program of spring events - Bendigo Bloom - has returned to the thriving regional Victorian city with an outstanding colourful line up of wine, heritage, art, comedy, outdoor experiences and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy … with many of the experiences totally FREE!

Bellarine Estate Launches Luxury Glamping

Set high on 100-acres on top of the rolling hills overlooking Corio Bay, award-winning 

Bellarine Estate has launched its new glamping accommodation for spring/summer 2023-2024

Natural attractions in Victoria's Grampians

A refreshing oasis nestled within spectacular scenery, Victoria's natural playground the Grampians is the perfect place to cool off this summer. As the outdoors warms, there are plenty of options away from the bustle of the beach for cooling off and taking a dip as the temperature rises. From lovely lakes and flowing rivers to swimming pools and waterfalls, the Grampians region is the perfect place to get your togs out these holidays.

Bendigo Launches 20th Annual Bloom Festival of Events

The City of Greater Bendigo’s annual program of Spring events - Bendigo Bloom - has returned to the thriving regional Victorian city - for its 20th anniversary - with an outstanding line up of wine, heritage, art, comedy, outdoor experiences and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy … with many of the experiences totally FREE!

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong opens in the heart of Victoria’s thriving regional centre

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Franzé Developments have today opened Geelong’s first major newbuild hotel in around 20 years – Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong. It marks a significant milestone for Victoria’s biggest regional city with the new addition of one of the most recognised and trusted hotel brands in the world.

Experience the power of the elements this winter at Moama Lights

Echuca Moama's Horseshoe Lagoon will be transformed into a spectacular exhibition of light and sound from 30 June to 23 July as Moama Lights takes visitors on a powerful journey through the elements of air, fire, water and earth. 

Victoria’s Grampians region welcomes new tiny house escape

Tiny Away has launched its second 'Escape' site, Tiny Away Escape @ Grampians Edge, a collective of 10 tiny houses at the foot of the Grampians National Park in Victoria. Tiny Away Escape @ Grampians Edge offers a collective of unique tiny houses and amenities set in scenic bushland, making it a perfect choice for those looking to immerse themselves in nature.

"Tiny Away Escape @ Grampians Edge will offer Melbournians a chance to escape from the city and uncover the magic of this beautiful natural region that lies so close to their doorstep," said Tiny Away co-founder Jeff Yeo.

More than just a tiny house getaway, the pet friendly site features communal areas including a quintessentially Australian rec room, outdoor firepit, and outdoor swimming pool in summer. With an endless selection of activities at your fingertips, this is the perfect base to experience the wonders of the Grampians region for families and couples alike.

"Whether you're a couple looking to break away from it all, or a family or group looking for a multi-site accommodation offering, Tiny Away Escape @ Grampians Edge is an exciting innovation of the Australian resort concept and we're thrilled to be able to start to welcoming guests," Jeff added.



Renowned for rugged mountain ranges, rich cultural heritage and breathtaking views, the nearby Grampians National Park is one of Victoria's most popular destinations. Famous for its spectacular scenery, the 168,000-hectare park is also regarded for its ecological diversity and south-eastern Australia's highest concentration of Aboriginal rock art.



The sustainably built tiny houses allow guests to rest and enjoy comfortable accommodation with all the modern must-haves including split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and a bathroom, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers). Tiny Away Escape @ Grampians Edge also offers powered and unpowered sites for guests who choose to camp. Tiny Away Escape @ Grampians Edge will welcome further tiny house additions, totalling 22 houses on site by the end of the year.

Tiny Away Escape @ Grampians Edge is now available for bookings.

Visit: https://tinyaway.com/

Celebrate Australiana With Fair Dinkum Bendigo: A Taste Of Culture

In celebration of the recently launched Australiana: Designing a Nation exhibition showcasing at the Bendigo Art Gallery until June 25, 2023, the prosperous Bendigo Region has developed an exciting three-month activation program - Fair Dinkum Bendigo: A Taste of Culture - full of fun events, experiences, tours, food creations and retail products for all to enjoy.

Bendigo Ernest Hotel opens amid Elvis frenzy

Elvis Presley - the King of Rock ‘n Roll has arrived in Bendigo with much acclaim for the four-month-long Elvis: Direct from Graceland exhibition launched this month at the renowned Bendigo Art Gallery - but so has Ernest! 

VIVA BENDIGO: The Elvis - Direct from Graceland Exhibition

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In celebration of the much-anticipated Elvis: Direct from Graceland exhibition, Bendigo will be All Shook Up, lighting up and putting on its Blue Suede Shoes for the launch of the region’s new and exciting VIVA BENDIGO campaign. 

Melbourne's new four-star winery Marnong Estate

Marnong Estate, a new four-star estate located on the fringe of Melbourne’s northern suburbs, has released discounted opening rates for the luxury homestead accommodation starting from only $295.00 per night.

Complete with a winery, restaurant and an event space to host 250 guests overlooking the Macedon Ranges, the Homestead Accommodation is only $295.00 per night including continental breakfast (Sunday – Thursday) and $395.00 per night including breakfast (Friday – Saturday) available from August 1, 2018 till 31 December 2018

* bookings are subject to availability

Located only 15 minutes from Tullamarine Airport, guests can be one of the first to stay and experience Melbourne’s newest four-star estate with this incredible offer.

The historic homestead was originally the family home of William Angliss built in 1860’s and has been restored into 4.5-star accommodation, offering guests country hospitality, coupled with contemporary and luxurious style.

Guests can choose to stay overnight in one of four twin share suites including; Garden View Suite, Victorian Suite, Blue Stone Suite and the Terrace Suite all offering the comfort and luxury of Queen Beds and full ensuite with amenities.

Marnong Estate is set to be a world-class tourism facility like no other in regional Australia. Over time the Estate will offer Day Spa, brewery and farmers market.

Situated on 1,100 acres, Marnong Estate will offer size and scope that is not found in any other hospitality and leisure destinations in regional Victoria making it Melbourne’s one-stop resort destination for local, interstate and international visitors.

Sitting high on the hills Marnong Estate offers stunning views overlooking the valley between Deep Creek through to Emu Creek and the surrounding Macedon ranges – it is the perfect location for a relaxing getaway providing visitors with an unforgettable experience at Melbourne’s newest luxurious resort.

Yering Gorge Cottages: Wildlife on your doorstep

Yering Gorge Cottages provides a stunning natural setting where bushland intersects with the Yarra River against the backdrop of the Christmas Hills and Dividing Ranges. Guests have the rare opportunity to get up close and personal with some of Australia’s most iconic wildlife during their stay.

Discover kangaroos, wombats and echidnas roaming wildly in their natural habitat; and with three kilometres of the Yarra River running through the property, our family of breeding platypus have been known to make special appearances. With over 200 species of native bird life within the 120-acre private nature reserve including Eastern and Crimson Rosellas, Sulphur-Crested Cockatoos, Kookaburras, Rainbow Lorikeets, several Grass Parrots and Owl species, Kingfishers and nesting Wedge Tail Eagles - a pair of binoculars should be at the top of the ‘to pack list’.

“Yering Gorge Cottages provides an idyllic setting within an hour of Melbourne - perfect for nature lovers and those wanting to escape the city. Surrounded by birds and wildlife, kangaroos roam freely throughout the property; guests might find a cockatoo landing on their railing as they start-up the barbeque or have a wombat join them on their morning walk along the river. Our guests always depart wishing they’d stayed an extra night or two”, said Sales & Marketing Manager, Tracy Hore.

With over 12km of bush walking trails through our 120-acre Nature Reserve, walkers and bikers will find many species of native flora along the way whilst enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding Yarra Valley upon reaching the summit. Experience the unique geological structure and natural beauty of Yering Gorge and discover the perfect picnic spot on the banks of the Yarra River. For those with a current Victorian Fishing Licence, the Yarra River is home to many native fish species including the Macquarie Perch.

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s food and wine playground, Yering Gorge Cottages is Trip Advisor’s #1 rated boutique property in the Yarra Valley. Nested into the hillside of a 120-acre Nature Reserve, alongside the Yarra River, Yering Gorge Cottages features 13 self-contained, luxuriously appointed, one, two and four-bedroom cottages.

For more information on Yering Gorge Cottages please visit www.yeringgorgecottages.com.au